Hunter Hill

Hill, Mountain in Peeblesshire

Scotland

Hunter Hill

Megget Reservoir The reservoir was viewed on a beautiful early April morning.
Megget Reservoir Credit: Walter Baxter

Hunter Hill is a prominent geographical feature located in Peeblesshire, which is a historic county located in the southern region of Scotland. Standing at an elevation of approximately 355 meters (1,165 feet), it is classified as a hill rather than a mountain due to its moderate height. Hunter Hill is situated within the stunning landscape of the Scottish Borders, known for its rolling hills, picturesque valleys, and vast expanses of moorland.

The hill offers breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside, making it a popular destination for hikers, nature enthusiasts, and photographers. Its location near the village of Eddleston allows for convenient access, with several well-marked trails leading to the summit. The terrain consists of grassy slopes, heather-covered moorland, and occasional rocky outcrops, providing a diverse and interesting hiking experience.

Hunter Hill is home to a variety of flora and fauna, including heather, gorse, wildflowers, and various species of birds and small mammals. During the summer months, the hillside bursts into vibrant colors, creating a picturesque scene against the backdrop of the Scottish countryside.

Historically, Hunter Hill played a significant role in the region, acting as a landmark for local communities and travelers. Its prominence in the landscape has made it an important reference point for navigation and orientation.

Overall, Hunter Hill is an attractive and accessible natural feature in Peeblesshire, offering visitors the opportunity to experience Scotland's stunning scenery and immerse themselves in the tranquility of the countryside.

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Hunter Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.496751/-3.2677357 or Grid Reference NT2023. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Megget Reservoir The reservoir was viewed on a beautiful early April morning.
Megget Reservoir
The reservoir was viewed on a beautiful early April morning.
Moorland above the Megget Reservoir With an old grouse butt on the right. Looking towards the Megget Dam and St Mary's Loch.
Moorland above the Megget Reservoir
With an old grouse butt on the right. Looking towards the Megget Dam and St Mary's Loch.
Heather moorland and cotton grass on Clockmore Looking towards Dead for Cauld at the western end of the Megget Reservoir.
Heather moorland and cotton grass on Clockmore
Looking towards Dead for Cauld at the western end of the Megget Reservoir.
Moorland on Clockmore Looking towards the start of Stottin Cleuch and Stottin Rig.
Moorland on Clockmore
Looking towards the start of Stottin Cleuch and Stottin Rig.
Low water in the Megget Reservoir This reservoir - the main one supplying Edinburgh - is at a seriously low level after an extended dry spell.
Low water in the Megget Reservoir
This reservoir - the main one supplying Edinburgh - is at a seriously low level after an extended dry spell.
Craigie Rig This is an area of rough grazing with patches of heather. The high hill in the background is Cramalt Craig.
Craigie Rig
This is an area of rough grazing with patches of heather. The high hill in the background is Cramalt Craig.
Megget Dam On Megget Dam looking towards the slopes of Syart Law.
Megget Dam
On Megget Dam looking towards the slopes of Syart Law.
The draw-off and overflow tower at Megget Reservoir The reservoir was opened on 30th September 1983 and under normal conditions has an area of surface water of 259 hectares (640 acres).
The draw-off and overflow tower at Megget Reservoir
The reservoir was opened on 30th September 1983 and under normal conditions has an area of surface water of 259 hectares (640 acres).
A frozen pool at Craigie Rig Broomy Law is the hill in the background.
A frozen pool at Craigie Rig
Broomy Law is the hill in the background.
An access track above the Glengaber Burn The steep hill on the right is Broomy Law in winter colours. For the same view in June taken by Jim Barton, see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6194118">NT2123 : Track in Glen Gaber</a>.
An access track above the Glengaber Burn
The steep hill on the right is Broomy Law in winter colours. For the same view in June taken by Jim Barton, see NT2123 : Track in Glen Gaber.
A commemorative stone at Glenagaber The stone is inscribed as follows:-

2013
SET HERE TO MARK
150 YEARS OF PARTNERSHIP
BETWEEN
THE WEMYSS AND MARCH ESTATES
AND THE MITCHELL FAMILY
TENANTS IN HENDERLAND
SINCE 1863
A commemorative stone at Glenagaber
The stone is inscribed as follows:- 2013 SET HERE TO MARK 150 YEARS OF PARTNERSHIP BETWEEN THE WEMYSS AND MARCH ESTATES AND THE MITCHELL FAMILY TENANTS IN HENDERLAND SINCE 1863
The Glengaber Burn
The Glengaber Burn
Megget Reservoir Stones exposed by the drawn down reservoir at the mouth of the Cramalt Arm.
Megget Reservoir
Stones exposed by the drawn down reservoir at the mouth of the Cramalt Arm.
Road, Megget Water The new, post flooding road makes a long circuit of the Cramalt Arm.
Road, Megget Water
The new, post flooding road makes a long circuit of the Cramalt Arm.
Megget Dam - Picnic Layby Access Road This Picnic area has a new tower ruin that represents the flooded towers in the reservoir.
Megget Dam - Picnic Layby Access Road
This Picnic area has a new tower ruin that represents the flooded towers in the reservoir.
Megget Reservoir Sunrise
Megget Reservoir Sunrise
Cramalt inlet on a dark day The loop around the Cramalt inlet as the weather deteriorates.
Cramalt inlet on a dark day
The loop around the Cramalt inlet as the weather deteriorates.
Megget Reservoir Megget Reservoir is run by East of Scotland Water and was opened in 1983. This view is towards the south-west end of the reservoir.
Megget Reservoir
Megget Reservoir is run by East of Scotland Water and was opened in 1983. This view is towards the south-west end of the reservoir.
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Hunter Hill is located at Grid Ref: NT2023 (Lat: 55.496751, Lng: -3.2677357)

Unitary Authority: The Scottish Borders

Police Authority: The Lothians and Scottish Borders

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