Binn Hill

Hill, Mountain in Perthshire

Scotland

Binn Hill

Steep path This track up the steep hillside is part of the Coronation Path near Kinfauns.
Steep path Credit: Aleks Scholz

Binn Hill, located in Perthshire, Scotland, is a prominent hill that lies northeast of the village of Abernethy. With an elevation of 273 meters (896 feet), it offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.

Binn Hill is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers alike. Its easily accessible trails and well-maintained paths make it an attractive spot for hikers and walkers of all abilities. The hill's summit can be reached via a relatively short and moderate hike, making it an ideal destination for a day trip.

The hill is covered in a mix of heather, grass, and scattered trees, providing a diverse habitat for various wildlife species. It is not uncommon to spot birds, such as buzzards and kestrels, soaring above or perched on the trees. The hill is also home to a variety of wildflowers, adding vibrant pops of color to the landscape during the spring and summer months.

At the summit of Binn Hill, visitors are rewarded with breathtaking views of the surrounding Perthshire countryside. On a clear day, it is possible to see as far as the Trossachs National Park and the Grampian Mountains. The hill's location also offers stunning views of the River Tay and the picturesque village of Abernethy.

Overall, Binn Hill is a picturesque and easily accessible natural landmark in Perthshire, offering visitors the opportunity to immerse themselves in the beauty of Scotland's countryside while enjoying a relatively straightforward hike.

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Binn Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.388778/-3.3658058 or Grid Reference NO1522. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Steep path This track up the steep hillside is part of the Coronation Path near Kinfauns.
Steep path
This track up the steep hillside is part of the Coronation Path near Kinfauns.
Binn Tower among the trees Coming from the east, Binn Tower is almost invisible and only appears in the very last moment. From the west though it is a monster among the trees. The derelict tower is up for sale in September 2022.
Binn Tower among the trees
Coming from the east, Binn Tower is almost invisible and only appears in the very last moment. From the west though it is a monster among the trees. The derelict tower is up for sale in September 2022.
Oil pipeline Warning post for a high pressure oil pipeline just north of Kinfauns near Perth.
Oil pipeline
Warning post for a high pressure oil pipeline just north of Kinfauns near Perth.
Track, Deuchny Wood A waymarked route from the carpark on the col with Kinnoul Hill.
Track, Deuchny Wood
A waymarked route from the carpark on the col with Kinnoul Hill.
Mature conifers, Deuchny Hill
Mature conifers, Deuchny Hill
Mature conifers, Deuchny Hill The track is waymarked.
Mature conifers, Deuchny Hill
The track is waymarked.
Deuchny Wood A small path over a minor top. The PA from the UCI World Championships Grand Fondo could be heard from Perth below.
Deuchny Wood
A small path over a minor top. The PA from the UCI World Championships Grand Fondo could be heard from Perth below.
Pond, Deuchny Wood Built as a curling pond.
Pond, Deuchny Wood
Built as a curling pond.
Path, Deuchny Wood By the curling pond.
Path, Deuchny Wood
By the curling pond.
Track junction, Deuchny Wood
Track junction, Deuchny Wood
Coronation Road, Deuchny Wood Reputed to be the route for kings from  Dunfermline to the coronation site at Scone.
Coronation Road, Deuchny Wood
Reputed to be the route for kings from Dunfermline to the coronation site at Scone.
Coronation Road, Deuchny Wood Reputed to be the route for kings from  Dunfermline to the coronation site at Scone.
Coronation Road, Deuchny Wood
Reputed to be the route for kings from Dunfermline to the coronation site at Scone.
Path, Deuchny Wood
Path, Deuchny Wood
Mature conifers, Deuchny Wood
Mature conifers, Deuchny Wood
Edge of Deuchny Wood
Edge of Deuchny Wood
Broom and pond, Knowhead View from the edge of Deuchny Wood towards West Hill.
Broom and pond, Knowhead
View from the edge of Deuchny Wood towards West Hill.
Deuchny Wood The eastern edge of the woodland.
Deuchny Wood
The eastern edge of the woodland.
Hilltop alders An unusual species to find near a summit - between Deuchny Wood and Murrayshall Hill. The field is grazed by sheep.
Hilltop alders
An unusual species to find near a summit - between Deuchny Wood and Murrayshall Hill. The field is grazed by sheep.
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Binn Hill is located at Grid Ref: NO1522 (Lat: 56.388778, Lng: -3.3658058)

Unitary Authority: Perth and Kinross

Police Authority: Tayside

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