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Black Rig

Hill, Mountain in Peeblesshire

Scotland

Black Rig

Crumley Hill This is near the summit looking towards Megget Reservoir with Craigdilly centre right and Winterhopeburn Farm down on the far right.
Crumley Hill Credit: Walter Baxter

Black Rig is a prominent hill located in Peeblesshire, Scotland. It is situated approximately 15 miles southeast of the town of Peebles and is part of the broader Moorfoot Hills range. Standing at a height of 570 meters (1,870 feet), Black Rig offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding landscape.

The hill is characterized by its distinctive conical shape, and its slopes are covered in heather and grass, providing a picturesque and serene setting for visitors. Access to Black Rig is relatively straightforward, with several footpaths and trails leading to its summit. These paths can be accessed from nearby villages such as Eddleston and Oxton.

Black Rig is a popular destination for hikers, walkers, and nature enthusiasts due to its accessibility and stunning vistas. On a clear day, the hill offers sweeping views of the surrounding countryside, including the rolling green hills of Peeblesshire, the Tweed Valley, and the distant peaks of the Scottish Borders.

Wildlife is abundant in the area, with sightings of native species such as red grouse, mountain hares, and various bird species being common. The hill also boasts a rich history, with evidence of ancient settlements and burial mounds found in the vicinity.

Overall, Black Rig is a must-visit destination for those seeking outdoor adventures, stunning natural beauty, and a glimpse into Scotland's rich history.

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Black Rig Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.466714/-3.2768948 or Grid Reference NT1919. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Crumley Hill This is near the summit looking towards Megget Reservoir with Craigdilly centre right and Winterhopeburn Farm down on the far right.
Crumley Hill
This is near the summit looking towards Megget Reservoir with Craigdilly centre right and Winterhopeburn Farm down on the far right.
On the lower southeast slopes of Five Cairns Hill The view straight ahead is to Red Scar on Lochcraig Head <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1496701">NT1818 : Red Scar on Lochcraig Rig</a> with the Winterhope Burn down on the left.
On the lower southeast slopes of Five Cairns Hill
The view straight ahead is to Red Scar on Lochcraig Head NT1818 : Red Scar on Lochcraig Rig with the Winterhope Burn down on the left.
A shed at Winter Hope This red corrugated iron shed is by the derelict cottage at Winterhopeburn. Crumley Hill is in the background.
A shed at Winter Hope
This red corrugated iron shed is by the derelict cottage at Winterhopeburn. Crumley Hill is in the background.
Winter Hope The Winterhope Burn runs through this sheltered valley into Megget Reservoir. Crumley Hill is on the left with Craigdilly in the central background. This was viewed from Red Scar on Lochcraig Rig. For a view of Red Scar from Five Cairns Hill, see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1496701">NT1818 : Red Scar on Lochcraig Rig</a>.
Winter Hope
The Winterhope Burn runs through this sheltered valley into Megget Reservoir. Crumley Hill is on the left with Craigdilly in the central background. This was viewed from Red Scar on Lochcraig Rig. For a view of Red Scar from Five Cairns Hill, see NT1818 : Red Scar on Lochcraig Rig.
The derelict building at Winterhopeburn This farm cottage on the west side of the Winterhope Burn has fallen into disrepair. Crumley Hill is in the background.
The derelict building at Winterhopeburn
This farm cottage on the west side of the Winterhope Burn has fallen into disrepair. Crumley Hill is in the background.
The Winterhope Burn This is a view downstream towards Craigdilly.
The Winterhope Burn
This is a view downstream towards Craigdilly.
Road to Winterhope A new road, the old one was flooded by the reservoir.
Road to Winterhope
A new road, the old one was flooded by the reservoir.
Head of Megget Reservoir One of the two main feeders for the reservoir - Winterhope Burn.
Head of Megget Reservoir
One of the two main feeders for the reservoir - Winterhope Burn.
Sheep, Winterhope Sheep beside the flooded lower part of Winter Hope. Megget Reservoir was rather agitated by a strong wind funnelling down Winter Hope. I was blown off the road a little later.
Sheep, Winterhope
Sheep beside the flooded lower part of Winter Hope. Megget Reservoir was rather agitated by a strong wind funnelling down Winter Hope. I was blown off the road a little later.
(New) Winterhopeburn The original Winterhopeburn is a ruined cottage further up Winter Hope. The current house and farm buildings are more recent. No house or buildings are shown on 1950s mapping but the first edition of the 1:50,000 Ordnance Survey sheet 72 does show a house here. The road in the foreground has yet to make it onto the OS 1:50,000 map. A Harvey map has yet to be issued publicly, but searching for Original Mountain Marathon 2015 images will show some very useful up to date mapping of the area.
(New) Winterhopeburn
The original Winterhopeburn is a ruined cottage further up Winter Hope. The current house and farm buildings are more recent. No house or buildings are shown on 1950s mapping but the first edition of the 1:50,000 Ordnance Survey sheet 72 does show a house here. The road in the foreground has yet to make it onto the OS 1:50,000 map. A Harvey map has yet to be issued publicly, but searching for Original Mountain Marathon 2015 images will show some very useful up to date mapping of the area.
Winterhope Burn Looking up Winterhope on a very windy morning. Sheep were getting agitated so I stopped here, changed plans and went for a walk up Craigdilly instead - that was fun, especially the staying on the ground bit.
Winterhope Burn
Looking up Winterhope on a very windy morning. Sheep were getting agitated so I stopped here, changed plans and went for a walk up Craigdilly instead - that was fun, especially the staying on the ground bit.
Craigdilly Nearing the summit. Hard work avoiding camera shake and flying in a very strong westerly.
Craigdilly
Nearing the summit. Hard work avoiding camera shake and flying in a very strong westerly.
Northeast side of Craigdilly Moorland slopes above Megget Reservoir - the gentle side of a steep hill.
Northeast side of Craigdilly
Moorland slopes above Megget Reservoir - the gentle side of a steep hill.
Northeast side of Craigdilly Overlooking Shiel Hope and Megget Reservoir. A sheep walk.
Northeast side of Craigdilly
Overlooking Shiel Hope and Megget Reservoir. A sheep walk.
Moorland, Shiel Hope Eastern side of Craigdilly.
Moorland, Shiel Hope
Eastern side of Craigdilly.
Shielhope Descending clag above a somewhat cut off glen (thanks to Megget Reservoir).
Shielhope
Descending clag above a somewhat cut off glen (thanks to Megget Reservoir).
Megget Reservoir from the air Viewed from a Prague bound flight from Glasgow.
Megget Reservoir from the air
Viewed from a Prague bound flight from Glasgow.
The Megget Reservoir In the Tweedsmuir Hills. The pointed hill at the lower centre has the odd name of Dead for Cauld. For a ground level view see Walter Baxter's photo <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5688514">NT1620 : The northwest slopes of Dead for Cauld</a>.
The Megget Reservoir
In the Tweedsmuir Hills. The pointed hill at the lower centre has the odd name of Dead for Cauld. For a ground level view see Walter Baxter's photo NT1620 : The northwest slopes of Dead for Cauld.
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Black Rig is located at Grid Ref: NT1919 (Lat: 55.466714, Lng: -3.2768948)

Unitary Authority: The Scottish Borders

Police Authority: The Lothians and Scottish Borders

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