Broomy Side

Hill, Mountain in Peeblesshire

Scotland

Broomy Side

View from Brown Dod A quirk of the classification of Britain&#039;s lesser hills - fun for those who, like me, like these kind of things, but bewildering for most - is that there is a category of hills referred to as Dodds, which actually get their name due to a fairly boring acronym, and refers to British hills with a height of 500-599 metres with a 30 metre drop, and has absolutely nothing to to do with the words &#039;Dod&#039; or &#039;Dodd&#039; which occasionally appear in hill names.
Since my name is Ian Dodds I should probably step up my research into these things. It is generally accepted that&#039;Dodd&#039; and &#039;Dod&#039; refer to smallish round hills. Thankfully the internet has become slightly more forgiving about my surname etymology over the last few years. It used to be commonplace to find my family name described online as having derived from the hill name to mean &#039;small round man&#039;, or simply a &#039;stupid fellow&#039;!
All family tree records on the male side lead to and stay in and around Durham, which is reported as being historically the place where most variations of the Dodds surname came from. I have not done much walking round there, so am not sure how many Dodd/Dod hill-names there are in the Durham area; I just know them from Southern Scotland and the Lake District. Irrespective of this, I think it is fair to say that my surname is based on ancestors having lived close to hilly areas, and has nothing whatsoever with us being dim-witted people! — View from Brown Dod Credit: Ian Dodds

Broomy Side, located in Peeblesshire, is a prominent hill/mountain in the Scottish Borders region of Scotland. Standing at an elevation of approximately 400 meters (1,312 feet), it offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. The hill is situated near the town of Peebles and lies within the wider Tweeddale area.

Covered in lush green vegetation, Broomy Side is a popular attraction for hikers and nature enthusiasts. Its gentle slopes and well-maintained trails make it accessible to both experienced climbers and casual walkers. The hill is known for its diverse flora and fauna, with an array of wildflowers, ferns, and mosses that flourish in its fertile soil.

At the summit of Broomy Side, visitors are rewarded with a magnificent vista that stretches across the Tweed Valley and the rolling hills beyond. On a clear day, one can even catch glimpses of the majestic Cairngorms National Park in the distance. The hill also offers an excellent vantage point for birdwatching, with sightings of buzzards, kestrels, and various songbirds being common.

Broomy Side is steeped in history, with traces of ancient settlements and archaeological sites scattered throughout its vicinity. The area is rich in cultural heritage, providing a glimpse into the lives of the people who once inhabited this rugged terrain.

Overall, Broomy Side in Peeblesshire offers a captivating blend of natural beauty, recreational opportunities, and historical significance. Whether it's a challenging hike or a leisurely stroll, a visit to Broomy Side is sure to leave visitors with lasting memories of this picturesque Scottish landscape.

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Broomy Side Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.642813/-3.3887247 or Grid Reference NT1239. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

View from Brown Dod

A quirk of the classification of Britain's lesser hills - fun for those who, like me, like these kind of things, but bewildering for most - is that there is a category of hills referred to as Dodds, which actually get their name due to a fairly boring acronym, and refers to British hills with a height of 500-599 metres with a 30 metre drop, and has absolutely nothing to to do with the words 'Dod' or 'Dodd' which occasionally appear in hill names. Since my name is Ian Dodds I should probably step up my research into these things. It is generally accepted that'Dodd' and 'Dod' refer to smallish round hills. Thankfully the internet has become slightly more forgiving about my surname etymology over the last few years. It used to be commonplace to find my family name described online as having derived from the hill name to mean 'small round man', or simply a 'stupid fellow'! All family tree records on the male side lead to and stay in and around Durham, which is reported as being historically the place where most variations of the Dodds surname came from. I have not done much walking round there, so am not sure how many Dodd/Dod hill-names there are in the Durham area; I just know them from Southern Scotland and the Lake District. Irrespective of this, I think it is fair to say that my surname is based on ancestors having lived close to hilly areas, and has nothing whatsoever with us being dim-witted people!

Ian Dodds

Woodland, Stirkfield Hope

Looking towards Stirkfield Hope from Stirkfield Rig.

Richard Webb

Broughton Heights

The west side of Pyked Stane Hill

Richard Webb

South ridge of Green Law

A fence runs along the ridge, once it was electric, but now is a plain one.

Richard Webb

Summit, Pyked Stane Hill

A somewhat battered triangulation pillar at the highest point of the Broughton Heights. There is a suggestion that a lot of triangulation pillars in the Lanark area were built with inferior concrete and many of them are badly damaged or worse. Perhaps they used similar materials to the roads?

Richard Webb