Kinnaird Hill

Hill, Mountain in Perthshire

Scotland

Kinnaird Hill

Kinnaird Hill is a prominent hill located in Perthshire, Scotland. Situated near the village of Kinnaird, it is part of the wider Sidlaw Hills range. Rising to an elevation of approximately 310 meters (1,017 feet), Kinnaird Hill offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding countryside and is a popular destination for hikers, nature enthusiasts, and photographers.

The hill is characterized by its gentle slopes, covered with a mix of heather, grass, and scattered trees. It provides a diverse habitat for various plant species, including wildflowers and ferns. Additionally, the hill is home to a range of wildlife, such as birds, small mammals, and occasional deer sightings.

Several footpaths and trails traverse Kinnaird Hill, allowing visitors to explore the area and enjoy its natural beauty. The ascent to the summit is relatively easy, making it accessible to hikers of all abilities. Once at the top, visitors are rewarded with breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside, including the nearby River Tay and the rolling hills of Perthshire.

Kinnaird Hill also holds historical significance, with ancient burial mounds and ruins of old settlements scattered across its slopes. These remnants provide a glimpse into the hill's rich past and the lives of its former inhabitants.

Overall, Kinnaird Hill is a picturesque and tranquil destination, offering visitors the opportunity to immerse themselves in nature, enjoy stunning views, and explore the area's historical heritage.

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Kinnaird Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.448782/-3.2478228 or Grid Reference NO2329. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Views from Hoole

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View towards Hoole Hill

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Barn near Pitmiddle Wood

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Lochan south of Pitmiddle Wood

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Kinnaird Hill Trig Point Flush Bracket S4772

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Fingask Statuary (1)

One of the Category B Listed features of the policies of Fingask Castle is the collection of 19th century statues by David Anderson and his son William, who were from either Dundee or Perth depending on which source you trust. Many of the statues represent characters from the poems of Robert Burns, but I am not at all sure which ones are which! See Link

for more details.

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Fingask Statuary (2)

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Fingask Statuary (3)

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Fingask Castle

The oldest part of the castle dates from the late 16th century, and it has been much altered, extended, and restored since then. It is a Category B Listed building. See Link

for details.

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Fingask Topiary (1)

The gardens at Fingask Castle are among the oldest in Scotland, dating from the 17th century. They also feature a notable collection of 19th century topiary, of which these are a few examples. See Link

for further information.

Anne Burgess

Fingask Topiary (2)

The gardens at Fingask Castle are among the oldest in Scotland, dating from the 17th century. They also feature a notable collection of 19th century topiary, of ehich these are a few examples. See Link

for further information.

Anne Burgess

Fingask Statuary (4)

One of the Category B Listed features of the policies of Fingask Castle is the collection of 19th century statues by David Anderson and his son William, who were from either Dundee or Perth depending on which source you trust. Many of the statues represent characters from the poems of Robert Burns, but this one is William Pitt the Younger (1859-1806) Link

the youngest ever Prime Minister of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland.

Anne Burgess

Fingask Statuary (5)

for more details. This particular group is almost impossible to photograph well, being set at the north end of an avenue of tall yews, so that they are permanently in deep shade.

Anne Burgess

Pet Cemetery

A memorial to generations of family pets, set in a shady spot near the yew avenue.

Anne Burgess

Fingask Topiary (3)

for further information.

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Fingask Castle

The oldest part of the castle dates from the late 16th century, and it has been much altered, extended, and restored since then. It is a Category B Listed building. See Link

for details. In the foreground is a fountain in the shape of a mermaid.

Anne Burgess

Mercat Cross

This is the old mercat cross of Perth, which was dinged doon by Cromwell's soldiers, but the fragments were rescued and the pillar rebuilt here by Sir David Threipland. The stone at its base has a brief inscriptions with the history of the pillar.

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