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Ardormie Hill

Hill, Mountain in Perthshire

Scotland

Ardormie Hill

In search of a stone circle Well, it should be here somewhere. I note that Michael Murray appears to have found a few stones for 'geograph' and I believe I may have stumbled over the same ones half hidden in the long tussocky grass. This is no Stonehenge or Ring of Brodgar, and even the sheep appeared unimpressed.
In search of a stone circle Credit: Gordon Hatton

Ardormie Hill is located in the picturesque region of Perthshire in Scotland. With an elevation of approximately 380 meters (1,247 feet), it is classified as a hill rather than a mountain. Despite its modest height, Ardormie Hill offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.

The hill is situated near the village of Alyth, which is known for its charming rural character and historic buildings. Ardormie Hill is easily accessible, with several well-marked trails leading to its summit. Hikers and nature enthusiasts frequent this area, drawn by its tranquil atmosphere and stunning vistas.

The hill is covered in a mix of heather, grasses, and shrubs, creating a rich and diverse habitat for local wildlife. Visitors may spot various bird species, such as red grouse and kestrels, as well as small mammals like rabbits and voles. The hillside also boasts a variety of wildflowers, adding vibrant colors to the landscape during the warmer months.

Ardormie Hill's summit provides an excellent vantage point to admire the surrounding countryside. On a clear day, one can see the rolling hills and valleys of Perthshire, dotted with farms and woodland. The nearby Grampian Mountains further enhance the panorama, adding depth and grandeur to the view.

Overall, Ardormie Hill is a peaceful and picturesque destination for those seeking a scenic hike and an opportunity to connect with nature.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 56.662424/-3.257339 or Grid Reference NO2353. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

In search of a stone circle Well, it should be here somewhere. I note that Michael Murray appears to have found a few stones for 'geograph' and I believe I may have stumbled over the same ones half hidden in the long tussocky grass. This is no Stonehenge or Ring of Brodgar, and even the sheep appeared unimpressed.
In search of a stone circle
Well, it should be here somewhere. I note that Michael Murray appears to have found a few stones for 'geograph' and I believe I may have stumbled over the same ones half hidden in the long tussocky grass. This is no Stonehenge or Ring of Brodgar, and even the sheep appeared unimpressed.
Minor road crossing ground north of Hill of Alyth The road is moving east over ground at around 200 metres above sea level where at least some of it is marginal farmland. There's scrub vegetation too in the form of gorse bushes.
Minor road crossing ground north of Hill of Alyth
The road is moving east over ground at around 200 metres above sea level where at least some of it is marginal farmland. There's scrub vegetation too in the form of gorse bushes.
Bull in field with Parkhead Farm The bull is assumed to be on Parkhead land, the farm lies beyond. The hill is Knock of Formal.
Bull in field with Parkhead Farm
The bull is assumed to be on Parkhead land, the farm lies beyond. The hill is Knock of Formal.
View across the valley At the bottom of the glen is the Kilry burn. In this picture are Wester Derry (on the right), Burnside and Cottertown (left of centre), and Little Kilry (right of centre). Picture taken at half past eight on a mid June evening.
View across the valley
At the bottom of the glen is the Kilry burn. In this picture are Wester Derry (on the right), Burnside and Cottertown (left of centre), and Little Kilry (right of centre). Picture taken at half past eight on a mid June evening.
Rhinoceros Beetle at Bamff Just over 1 cm long, this lovely black beetle [Sinodendron cylindricum] was wandering around woodland by the edge of the Burnieshed Burn. Eggs are laid in tunnels in wood, and larvae take about three years before they pupate and then emerge as adults. <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.ukbeetles.co.uk/sinodendron-cylindricum" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.ukbeetles.co.uk/sinodendron-cylindricum">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Rhinoceros Beetle at Bamff
Just over 1 cm long, this lovely black beetle [Sinodendron cylindricum] was wandering around woodland by the edge of the Burnieshed Burn. Eggs are laid in tunnels in wood, and larvae take about three years before they pupate and then emerge as adults. LinkExternal link
The remains of Burnieshed of Bamff Seen from across the Burnieshed Burn, with an indication that some restoration might be taking place
The remains of Burnieshed of Bamff
Seen from across the Burnieshed Burn, with an indication that some restoration might be taking place
Bees at Bamff Arriving and leaving their nest in a small gable of Bamff House; there was similar activity at the adjacent gable on the right.
Bees at Bamff
Arriving and leaving their nest in a small gable of Bamff House; there was similar activity at the adjacent gable on the right.
Beaver lake on the Burnieshed Burn One of several in the area built by Beavers, which have been in the area since 2002, and there are now three families on the Bamff Estate. The Cateran Trail runs alongside the burn on the right.
Beaver lake on the Burnieshed Burn
One of several in the area built by Beavers, which have been in the area since 2002, and there are now three families on the Bamff Estate. The Cateran Trail runs alongside the burn on the right.
Cateran Trail waymarker A 103 km [64 mile] circular long distance path through Perthshire and the Angus Glens that passes through the Bamff Estate <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.pkct.org/cateran-trail#:~:text=One%20of%20Scotland%E2%80%99s%20Great%20Trails%2C%20the%20Cateran%20Trail,end%20and%20can%20be%20joined%20at%20any%20stage" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.pkct.org/cateran-trail#:~:text=One%20of%20Scotland%E2%80%99s%20Great%20Trails%2C%20the%20Cateran%20Trail,end%20and%20can%20be%20joined%20at%20any%20stage">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>.
Cateran Trail waymarker
A 103 km [64 mile] circular long distance path through Perthshire and the Angus Glens that passes through the Bamff Estate LinkExternal link.
The Burnieshed Burn at Bamff Looking upstream towards Gauldswell Wood.
The Burnieshed Burn at Bamff
Looking upstream towards Gauldswell Wood.
Walkers on the Cateran Trail at Bamff The sign reads:- Beavers at Work Please be Quiet! 6pm ~ 7am Thank you
Walkers on the Cateran Trail at Bamff
The sign reads:- Beavers at Work Please be Quiet! 6pm ~ 7am Thank you
Birch trees at Bamff Three trees by the Cateran Trail that have been worked on by Beavers.
Birch trees at Bamff
Three trees by the Cateran Trail that have been worked on by Beavers.
Heath Bedstraw at Burnieshed of Bamff A fine patch of bedstraw [Galium saxatile] in open woodland by the Burnieshed Burn; for a close-up see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7523452">NO2251 : Heath Bedstraw at Burnieshed of Bamff</a>.
Heath Bedstraw at Burnieshed of Bamff
A fine patch of bedstraw [Galium saxatile] in open woodland by the Burnieshed Burn; for a close-up see NO2251 : Heath Bedstraw at Burnieshed of Bamff.
Heath Bedstraw at Burnieshed of Bamff A close-up of the Heath Bedstraw [Galium saxatile] at <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7523446">NO2251 : Heath Bedstraw at Burnieshed of Bamff</a>, showing the small flowers with four petals.
Heath Bedstraw at Burnieshed of Bamff
A close-up of the Heath Bedstraw [Galium saxatile] at NO2251 : Heath Bedstraw at Burnieshed of Bamff, showing the small flowers with four petals.
Fomes fomentarius at Bamff A bracket fungus fruiting on a dead Birch, which it will have killed. in woodland by the Cateran Trail at Bamff. The bush behind is Elder.
Fomes fomentarius at Bamff
A bracket fungus fruiting on a dead Birch, which it will have killed. in woodland by the Cateran Trail at Bamff. The bush behind is Elder.
Beaver pond at Bamff A pond on the Burnieshed Burn, formed by a dam made by the beavers which have been on the Estate for 20 years. The two fallen trees were not felled by the Beavers but wind blown.
Beaver pond at Bamff
A pond on the Burnieshed Burn, formed by a dam made by the beavers which have been on the Estate for 20 years. The two fallen trees were not felled by the Beavers but wind blown.
Greater Spearwort in a Beaver pond at Bamff I am open to correction, as I was not able to get a close look. It is definitely a member of the Buttercup family. The pond was made by the damming activities of the Beavers on the estate. In the foreground are Foxgloves [white and purple] and, beyond, a garden-escape[?] Iris.
Greater Spearwort in a Beaver pond at Bamff
I am open to correction, as I was not able to get a close look. It is definitely a member of the Buttercup family. The pond was made by the damming activities of the Beavers on the estate. In the foreground are Foxgloves [white and purple] and, beyond, a garden-escape[?] Iris.
Beaver dam at Bamff On the Burniehead Burn, east of Bamff House, built of branches, vegetation and mud. I assume the Beavers lost interest in the tree they had part girdled, once it had died, presumably drowned.
Beaver dam at Bamff
On the Burniehead Burn, east of Bamff House, built of branches, vegetation and mud. I assume the Beavers lost interest in the tree they had part girdled, once it had died, presumably drowned.
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Ardormie Hill is located at Grid Ref: NO2353 (Lat: 56.662424, Lng: -3.257339)

Unitary Authority: Perth and Kinross

Police Authority: Tayside

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