Abbey Fell

Hill, Mountain in Kirkcudbrightshire

Scotland

Abbey Fell

Criffel Very prominent hill seen from the A710 near Kirkbean
Criffel Credit: Eirian Evans

Abbey Fell is a prominent hill located in the region of Kirkcudbrightshire, Scotland. Situated near the town of Kirkcudbright, this natural landmark offers breathtaking views and is a popular destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts.

Rising to an elevation of approximately 300 meters (984 feet), Abbey Fell boasts a distinctive shape with its rounded summit and gentle slopes. The hill is predominantly covered in heather and grass, creating a picturesque landscape that changes colors with the seasons. During the summer months, vibrant wildflowers dot the hillside, adding to its allure.

The summit of Abbey Fell provides an outstanding panoramic view of the surrounding countryside, including the rolling hills and valleys of Kirkcudbrightshire. On clear days, visitors can even catch a glimpse of the Solway Firth and the Irish Sea in the distance.

Access to Abbey Fell is relatively easy, and there are several well-marked trails that lead to the summit. The most popular route starts from the nearby village of Gatehouse of Fleet, offering a moderate hike that takes approximately two to three hours to complete. Along the way, walkers may encounter various species of birds and wildlife, such as red squirrels and deer.

Whether it's for a challenging hike, a peaceful walk, or simply to enjoy the stunning natural beauty, Abbey Fell is a must-visit destination in Kirkcudbrightshire, offering a memorable experience for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers alike.

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Abbey Fell Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.933962/-3.6518027 or Grid Reference NX9461. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Criffel Very prominent hill seen from the A710 near Kirkbean
Criffel
Very prominent hill seen from the A710 near Kirkbean
Track towards Bail Fell Rather overgrown forest track heading up on to Bail Fell ,which is the hill on the horizon.
Track towards Bail Fell
Rather overgrown forest track heading up on to Bail Fell ,which is the hill on the horizon.
Parruten Burn The frozen Parruten Burn below Bail Fell.
Parruten Burn
The frozen Parruten Burn below Bail Fell.
Track at  Parruten Burn Forest track at the Parruten Burn below Bail Fell.
Track at Parruten Burn
Forest track at the Parruten Burn below Bail Fell.
Bilsons Link Forest track below Bail Fell.
Bilsons Link
Forest track below Bail Fell.
On Criffel View across the rough summit area and along the Solway coast.
On Criffel
View across the rough summit area and along the Solway coast.
Criffel trig point The trig point on the summit of Criffel.
Criffel trig point
The trig point on the summit of Criffel.
Criffel and Knockendoch The two dominant hills behind New Abbey. The houses are on Shebburn View.
Criffel and Knockendoch
The two dominant hills behind New Abbey. The houses are on Shebburn View.
Criffel from Caerlaverock NNR Looking across the Nith from Caerlaverock National Nature Reserve.
Criffel from Caerlaverock NNR
Looking across the Nith from Caerlaverock National Nature Reserve.
On Criffel summit 1972 The trig pillar within a drystone shelter with Douglas's Cairn and the Solway beyond.
On Criffel summit 1972
The trig pillar within a drystone shelter with Douglas's Cairn and the Solway beyond.
Douglas cairn on the summit of Criffel. No idea who Douglas was but it's a huge cairn.
Douglas cairn on the summit of Criffel.
No idea who Douglas was but it's a huge cairn.
High ground on Criffel. Looking out to the Solway.
High ground on Criffel.
Looking out to the Solway.
On summit of Criffel
On summit of Criffel
On summit of Criffel - view towards Dumfries
On summit of Criffel - view towards Dumfries
Summit of Criffel with view towards Isle of Man
Summit of Criffel with view towards Isle of Man
Trig point and Douglas's Cairn, Criffel
Trig point and Douglas's Cairn, Criffel
Loch Kindar and River Nith From the top of Criffel, looking north east towards the river Nith which flows into the Solway Estuary
Loch Kindar and River Nith
From the top of Criffel, looking north east towards the river Nith which flows into the Solway Estuary
Criffel, Dumfriesshire, from Crosby, Cumbria New Year's Day view of Criffel across the Solway Firth from Cumbria.
Criffel, Dumfriesshire, from Crosby, Cumbria
New Year's Day view of Criffel across the Solway Firth from Cumbria.
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Abbey Fell is located at Grid Ref: NX9461 (Lat: 54.933962, Lng: -3.6518027)

Unitary Authority: Dumfries and Galloway

Police Authority: Dumfries and Galloway

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Located within 500m of 54.933962,-3.6518027
Boreland Hill
Ele: 497
Natural: peak
Note: OS7 says 1631 ft
Source: os7
Lat/Long: 54.9306415/-3.6496329
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