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Barbey Hill

Hill, Mountain in Kirkcudbrightshire

Scotland

Barbey Hill

Burnbrae Amongst the drumlins, Newton.
Burnbrae Credit: Richard Webb

Barbey Hill is a prominent hill located in Kirkcudbrightshire, Scotland. Standing at an elevation of approximately 200 meters, it offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding countryside and coastline. The hill is a popular destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts, with several walking trails leading to the summit.

Barbey Hill is known for its diverse flora and fauna, with a variety of plant species thriving in its rugged terrain. Visitors may encounter wildlife such as red deer, rabbits, and various bird species while exploring the hillside.

The hill is steeped in history, with evidence of ancient settlements and fortifications found in the area. Archaeological sites dating back to the Iron Age have been discovered on the hill, adding to its allure for history buffs.

Barbey Hill is easily accessible by car, with parking available at the base of the hill. From there, visitors can embark on a challenging but rewarding hike to the summit, where they can enjoy breathtaking views of the Scottish landscape.

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Barbey Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.006196/-3.7950821 or Grid Reference NX8569. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Burnbrae Amongst the drumlins, Newton.
Burnbrae
Amongst the drumlins, Newton.
Old Military Road, Milton Entering Milton from the east.
Old Military Road, Milton
Entering Milton from the east.
Sheep pasture by the Old Military Road Between Courthill and Heads.
Sheep pasture by the Old Military Road
Between Courthill and Heads.
Military Road near Milton
Military Road near Milton
Courthill Beside the Old Military Road between Castle Douglas and Dumfries.
Courthill
Beside the Old Military Road between Castle Douglas and Dumfries.
Around Milton Loch Milton Loch lies on the other side of this strip of woodland on its southern shoreline. A late-October view taken after some blustery autumn showers.
Around Milton Loch
Milton Loch lies on the other side of this strip of woodland on its southern shoreline. A late-October view taken after some blustery autumn showers.
Milton Loch Shore Looking through the woodland strip on the southern shore of Milton Loch on a blustery late-October afternoon. Most of the loch lies in the next square.
Milton Loch Shore
Looking through the woodland strip on the southern shore of Milton Loch on a blustery late-October afternoon. Most of the loch lies in the next square.
A Lonely Ash Tree This late-October view shows an isolated ash tree with no leaves, unlike the trees in the wooded strip around Milton Loch. Perhaps its more exposed situation explains the difference.
A Lonely Ash Tree
This late-October view shows an isolated ash tree with no leaves, unlike the trees in the wooded strip around Milton Loch. Perhaps its more exposed situation explains the difference.
Drumcoltran Farm
Drumcoltran Farm
Boggy Hollow Near Milton
Boggy Hollow Near Milton
Farm Buildings at Barbey
Farm Buildings at Barbey
Blocked Track Near Byrecroft The abandoned quad bike may be positioned to divert livestock into field.
Blocked Track Near Byrecroft
The abandoned quad bike may be positioned to divert livestock into field.
Field of Cattle Near Killymingan
Field of Cattle Near Killymingan
Farm Building at Burnside of Urr
Farm Building at Burnside of Urr
Footbridge in Milton
Footbridge in Milton
Road to Little Milton
Road to Little Milton
Wall Over Burn At Culmain Bridge
Wall Over Burn At Culmain Bridge
Meikle Culmain
Meikle Culmain
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Barbey Hill is located at Grid Ref: NX8569 (Lat: 55.006196, Lng: -3.7950821)

Unitary Authority: Dumfries and Galloway

Police Authority: Dumfries and Galloway

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