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Redsike Head

Hill, Mountain in Peeblesshire

Scotland

Redsike Head

Moorland on Greenside Law Looking towards Bitch Craig and Manor Water valley.
Moorland on Greenside Law Credit: wrobison

Redsike Head is a prominent hill located in Peeblesshire, a historic county in the Scottish Borders region of Scotland. It is situated in the southern part of the county, near the village of Eddleston. Standing at an elevation of approximately 423 meters (1,388 feet), Redsike Head is classified as a hill rather than a mountain.

The hill offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, with its summit providing a vantage point to admire the picturesque landscape. Redsike Head is part of a larger range known as the Moorfoot Hills, which stretch across the southern border of the Scottish Borders region.

The terrain of Redsike Head is characterized by heather-covered slopes and rocky outcrops. The hill is a popular destination for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts, with well-defined paths leading to the summit. The ascent is relatively moderate, making it accessible to a range of fitness levels.

The area surrounding Redsike Head is rich in wildlife, with various species of birds, including red grouse and peregrine falcons, often spotted in the vicinity. The hill also offers opportunities for nature lovers to observe wildflowers and other plant species.

Redsike Head is a popular destination for those seeking outdoor recreation, including hillwalking, birdwatching, and photography. Its proximity to the village of Eddleston and its stunning natural beauty make it an ideal location for both locals and visitors to enjoy the Scottish countryside.

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Redsike Head Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.528476/-3.2621815 or Grid Reference NT2026. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Moorland on Greenside Law Looking towards Bitch Craig and Manor Water valley.
Moorland on Greenside Law
Looking towards Bitch Craig and Manor Water valley.
Fence on Greenside Law Descending to Water Head.
Fence on Greenside Law
Descending to Water Head.
Fence and moorland on Notman Law Grassy moorland on the left of the fence and heather moorland with the Thief's Road on the right.
Fence and moorland on Notman Law
Grassy moorland on the left of the fence and heather moorland with the Thief's Road on the right.
Looking down to the Manor Water The final part of the steep descent from Dollar Law.
Looking down to the Manor Water
The final part of the steep descent from Dollar Law.
Track to Manorhead The old telephone poles are carrying a new fibre optic cable.
Track to Manorhead
The old telephone poles are carrying a new fibre optic cable.
The track to Manorhead From the end of the public road.
The track to Manorhead
From the end of the public road.
Footbridge over Manor Water With a sign to Megget Dam 3.5 miles and St Mary's Loch 5.5 miles erected by Scottish Rights of Wayand Access Society, Edinburgh.
Footbridge over Manor Water
With a sign to Megget Dam 3.5 miles and St Mary's Loch 5.5 miles erected by Scottish Rights of Wayand Access Society, Edinburgh.
Looking across Ling Hope To a small tributary of the Linghope Burn.
Looking across Ling Hope
To a small tributary of the Linghope Burn.
Fence and track on Black Law Looking south to Conscleuch Head and Deer Law.
Fence and track on Black Law
Looking south to Conscleuch Head and Deer Law.
Moorland on Conscleuch Head Looking towards Layer Knowe.
Moorland on Conscleuch Head
Looking towards Layer Knowe.
Fence and bog between Black Law and Conscleuch Head A good fence and an area of bog to be avoided.
Fence and bog between Black Law and Conscleuch Head
A good fence and an area of bog to be avoided.
Old fence on Redsike Head No longer intact but still marking the change from heather moorland on the left to grassy moorland on the right, see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6194886">NT2027 : Fence west of Black Law</a> and <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3518363">NT2027 : The western ridge of Black Law</a> for other views.
Old fence on Redsike Head
No longer intact but still marking the change from heather moorland on the left to grassy moorland on the right, see NT2027 : Fence west of Black Law and NT2027 : The western ridge of Black Law for other views.
Old fence on Redsike Head No longer intact but still marking the change from heather moorland on the left to grassy moorland on the right, see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6194886">NT2027 : Fence west of Black Law</a> and <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3518363">NT2027 : The western ridge of Black Law</a> for other views.
Old fence on Redsike Head
No longer intact but still marking the change from heather moorland on the left to grassy moorland on the right, see NT2027 : Fence west of Black Law and NT2027 : The western ridge of Black Law for other views.
A typical Border Cleuch. A Border Cleuch, (pronounced clooch, as in loch), is a steep sided ravine and is a common feature of the Border hills. They can be quite deep and dangerous, especially in mist and after heavy rain. This one carries the Thrashie Burn, a very minor tributary of the Manor Water.
A typical Border Cleuch.
A Border Cleuch, (pronounced clooch, as in loch), is a steep sided ravine and is a common feature of the Border hills. They can be quite deep and dangerous, especially in mist and after heavy rain. This one carries the Thrashie Burn, a very minor tributary of the Manor Water.
Track and trees at Manorhead The start of the track to the Megget Dam and St Mary's Loch.
Track and trees at Manorhead
The start of the track to the Megget Dam and St Mary's Loch.
Moorland fence on Foulbrig Looking towards Black Law.
Moorland fence on Foulbrig
Looking towards Black Law.
Ugly Grain at Manorhead Mostly in the shadow of Manor Rig.
Ugly Grain at Manorhead
Mostly in the shadow of Manor Rig.
The head of the Manor Valley from Manorhead Some of the steep ridges around the coomb at the head of the Manor Valley.
The head of the Manor Valley from Manorhead
Some of the steep ridges around the coomb at the head of the Manor Valley.
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Redsike Head is located at Grid Ref: NT2026 (Lat: 55.528476, Lng: -3.2621815)

Unitary Authority: The Scottish Borders

Police Authority: The Lothians and Scottish Borders

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