Fingland Hill

Hill, Mountain in Peeblesshire

Scotland

Fingland Hill

View towards Hart Fell One of the last largish areas in upper Tweeddale which has not been covered in turbines or conifers - for now.  The big hill is Hart Fell.
View towards Hart Fell Credit: Richard Webb

Fingland Hill is a prominent natural feature located in Peeblesshire, Scotland. It is classified as a hill rather than a mountain, standing at an elevation of approximately 366 meters (1,200 feet) above sea level. The hill is situated near the village of Eddleston, about 5 kilometers (3 miles) southeast of the town of Peebles.

Fingland Hill is known for its picturesque beauty and is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers. The hill offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, including the rolling hills and valleys of Peeblesshire. On a clear day, it is possible to see as far as the Scottish Borders and the Pentland Hills.

The landscape around Fingland Hill is characterized by a mix of heather moorland, grassy slopes, and patches of woodland. The area is home to a variety of flora and fauna, including wildflowers, birds, and small mammals. Additionally, the hill is intersected by several walking trails and footpaths, making it a great spot for hiking and exploring the Scottish countryside.

The summit of Fingland Hill can be reached via a well-marked trail that starts from the nearby village of Eddleston. The hike to the top is relatively short but moderately steep, offering a moderate challenge to visitors. Once at the summit, visitors are rewarded with breathtaking views and a sense of tranquility that comes with being immersed in the natural beauty of Peeblesshire.

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Fingland Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.471893/-3.4830552 or Grid Reference NT0620. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

View towards Hart Fell One of the last largish areas in upper Tweeddale which has not been covered in turbines or conifers - for now.  The big hill is Hart Fell.
View towards Hart Fell
One of the last largish areas in upper Tweeddale which has not been covered in turbines or conifers - for now. The big hill is Hart Fell.
River Tweed near Fingland The Tweed upstream of Fingland with Little Dodd in the background.
River Tweed near Fingland
The Tweed upstream of Fingland with Little Dodd in the background.
The A701 descends through the forest
The A701 descends through the forest
An unplanted area A small patch of ground beside the A701 which has avoided the spruce planters.
An unplanted area
A small patch of ground beside the A701 which has avoided the spruce planters.
Forestry road below Neth Hill See also <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1751291">NT0519 : Forestry track on High Hogg Hill</a>.
Forestry road below Neth Hill
Old field boundary, Fingland Burn A corner in a group of mossy banks which would once have been enclosures.
Old field boundary, Fingland Burn
A corner in a group of mossy banks which would once have been enclosures.
Fingland Burn There are the remains of several enclosures here.
Fingland Burn
There are the remains of several enclosures here.
Along the Fingland Burn Edge of woodland which covers Glengonnor Hill.
Along the Fingland Burn
Edge of woodland which covers Glengonnor Hill.
Fingland Burn The burn drains the north side of Craigmaid.
Fingland Burn
The burn drains the north side of Craigmaid.
Cross drain dogleg What appears to be erosion deepened drains, now grassed over. The striking bend in the watercourse was mapped in the mid 19th century.
Cross drain dogleg
What appears to be erosion deepened drains, now grassed over. The striking bend in the watercourse was mapped in the mid 19th century.
Fingland Burn The upper reaches of the Fingland Burn and a stell which is not shown on mid 19th century maps but appears around 1900.
Fingland Burn
The upper reaches of the Fingland Burn and a stell which is not shown on mid 19th century maps but appears around 1900.
Fingland Burn
Fingland Burn
Fingland Burn Quadbike track on Peat Hill above the Fingland Burn.
Fingland Burn
Quadbike track on Peat Hill above the Fingland Burn.
Fingland Burn Looking downstream from the side of Peat Hill.
Fingland Burn
Looking downstream from the side of Peat Hill.
Scottish Borders : The A701 Heading along the A701 through the Scottish Borders.
Scottish Borders : The A701
Heading along the A701 through the Scottish Borders.
Scottish Borders : The A701 Heading along the A701 through the Scottish Borders.
Scottish Borders : The A701
Heading along the A701 through the Scottish Borders.
Scottish Borders : The A701 Heading along the A701 through the Scottish Borders.
Scottish Borders : The A701
Heading along the A701 through the Scottish Borders.
Scottish Borders : The A701 The A701 and the surrounding hillside.
Scottish Borders : The A701
The A701 and the surrounding hillside.
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Fingland Hill is located at Grid Ref: NT0620 (Lat: 55.471893, Lng: -3.4830552)

Unitary Authority: The Scottish Borders

Police Authority: The Lothians and Scottish Borders

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Located within 500m of 55.471893,-3.4830552
Big Dod
Ele: 458
Munro: no
Natural: peak
Lat/Long: 55.46832/-3.4862342
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