Clover Law

Hill, Mountain in Peeblesshire

Scotland

Clover Law

Woodland, Stirkfield Hope Looking towards Stirkfield Hope from Stirkfield Rig.
Woodland, Stirkfield Hope Credit: Richard Webb

Clover Law, located in Peeblesshire, Scotland, is a prominent hill/mountain that offers breathtaking views and attracts hikers and nature enthusiasts from far and wide. Rising to an elevation of approximately 530 meters (1,739 feet), it stands proudly in the southern part of the country, near the village of Broughton.

Clover Law is part of the magnificent Tweedsmuir Hills, a range known for its rugged beauty and pristine landscapes. The hill is characterized by its distinct conical shape and steep slopes, which make it a challenging yet rewarding climb for outdoor enthusiasts. Its summit provides panoramic vistas of the surrounding countryside, including the rolling hills, lush greenery, and picturesque valleys that Peeblesshire is renowned for.

The hill is home to a diverse array of flora and fauna, including heather, wildflowers, and various species of birds such as red grouse and peregrine falcons. Its natural beauty, coupled with its tranquil ambiance, makes it an ideal destination for those seeking a peaceful retreat or an escape from the hustle and bustle of city life.

Clover Law offers a variety of hiking trails, catering to different levels of experience and fitness. The routes range from gentle slopes suitable for beginners to more challenging paths that require some scrambling and navigation skills. Regardless of the chosen trail, visitors can expect an immersive and unforgettable experience in the heart of Scotland's stunning countryside.

Overall, Clover Law in Peeblesshire presents an opportunity to immerse oneself in nature, appreciate the region's natural wonders, and embark on an adventure that promises both physical exertion and breathtaking scenery.

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Clover Law Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.63623/-3.3971656 or Grid Reference NT1238. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Woodland, Stirkfield Hope Looking towards Stirkfield Hope from Stirkfield Rig.
Woodland, Stirkfield Hope
Looking towards Stirkfield Hope from Stirkfield Rig.
South ridge of Green Law A fence runs along the ridge, once it was electric, but now is a plain one.
South ridge of Green Law
A fence runs along the ridge, once it was electric, but now is a plain one.
North Ridge, Green Law
North Ridge, Green Law
Broughton Heights: Broomy Side from Green Law
Broughton Heights: Broomy Side from Green Law
Footbridge, Back Burn The Back Burn drains a shallow grassy valley on the NW end of the Broughton Heights.
Footbridge, Back Burn
The Back Burn drains a shallow grassy valley on the NW end of the Broughton Heights.
Green Law The quad bike track makes for easy walking here.
Green Law
The quad bike track makes for easy walking here.
Col between Green Law and Pyked Stane Hill Fence line and quad bike track running (almost) in parallel.
Col between Green Law and Pyked Stane Hill
Fence line and quad bike track running (almost) in parallel.
Approaching the summit of Pyked Stane Hill A fairly gentle gradient in the rolling Broughton Heights.
Approaching the summit of Pyked Stane Hill
A fairly gentle gradient in the rolling Broughton Heights.
Rough grazing on Pyked Stane Hill A few slight traces of snow could be found amongst the grassy tussocks on a colder than average October day.
Rough grazing on Pyked Stane Hill
A few slight traces of snow could be found amongst the grassy tussocks on a colder than average October day.
Sheep grazing near the top of Pyked Stane Hill A bit boggy here with some traces of snow amongst the grass but they seemed happy enough!
Sheep grazing near the top of Pyked Stane Hill
A bit boggy here with some traces of snow amongst the grass but they seemed happy enough!
Penvalla and the farm of Stobo Hopehead A remote sheep farm high on the moor between Broughton and Stobo.
Penvalla and the farm of Stobo Hopehead
A remote sheep farm high on the moor between Broughton and Stobo.
Ridge fence on Green Law Looking back from the summit to Broomy Law with Hammer Head to the left just beyond.
Ridge fence on Green Law
Looking back from the summit to Broomy Law with Hammer Head to the left just beyond.
Ridge to Pyked Stane Hill A straightforward walk apart from a few snowdrifts with stretches of snow that suddenly collapse under one's weight - but it was April Fools Day after all.
Ridge to Pyked Stane Hill
A straightforward walk apart from a few snowdrifts with stretches of snow that suddenly collapse under one's weight - but it was April Fools Day after all.
Sheepfold below Penvalla The octagonal sheepfold shown in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1750827">NT1340 : Another unusual fank</a> with Penvalla beyond and the isolated farmhouse of Stobo Hopehead to the right.
Sheepfold below Penvalla
The octagonal sheepfold shown in NT1340 : Another unusual fank with Penvalla beyond and the isolated farmhouse of Stobo Hopehead to the right.
Track towards Clover Law In the Broughton Heights, a compact group of moorland hills of modest height in the north-western corner of the Scottish Borders.
Track towards Clover Law
In the Broughton Heights, a compact group of moorland hills of modest height in the north-western corner of the Scottish Borders.
Cowiemuir Hass Looking into the valley of the Stirkfield Hope Burn with the flanks of Green Law on the right of the photo.

Hass is the Scottish Borders equivalent of the term hawse (found in the Lake District) meaning a pass or saddle between two hills.

A very similar view a couple of months earlier in the year can be found here: <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3196332">NT1239 : Cowiemuir Hass</a>
Cowiemuir Hass
Looking into the valley of the Stirkfield Hope Burn with the flanks of Green Law on the right of the photo. Hass is the Scottish Borders equivalent of the term hawse (found in the Lake District) meaning a pass or saddle between two hills. A very similar view a couple of months earlier in the year can be found here: NT1239 : Cowiemuir Hass
Track on the flank of Broomy Side In the Broughton Heights, a compact group of moorland hills of modest height in the south-western corner of the Scottish Borders.
Track on the flank of Broomy Side
In the Broughton Heights, a compact group of moorland hills of modest height in the south-western corner of the Scottish Borders.
Vehicle track on Broomy Side A view in December afternoon light.
Vehicle track on Broomy Side
A view in December afternoon light.
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Clover Law is located at Grid Ref: NT1238 (Lat: 55.63623, Lng: -3.3971656)

Unitary Authority: The Scottish Borders

Police Authority: The Lothians and Scottish Borders

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Located within 500m of 55.63623,-3.3971656
Clover Law
Cairn: no
Corbett: no
Donald: no
Ele: 493
Graham: no
Munro: no
Natural: peak
Lat/Long: 55.6363048/-3.3977568
Cowiemuir Hass
Place: locality
Lat/Long: 55.639326/-3.3960738
Barrier: stile
Lat/Long: 55.6396197/-3.393722
Bench
Lat/Long: 55.6388117/-3.3927013
Ford: yes
Source: bing
Lat/Long: 55.6333958/-3.3921875
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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