White Craig

Hill, Mountain in Fife

Scotland

White Craig

Lindores Hill The foreground and the forestry are all in this grid square, but one has to admit that it&#039;s the view that catches the eye. On the left, in the distance, is the prominent hump of West Lomond. Ormiston Hill rises steeply from the town of Newburgh, and in the sunshine to the right is the estuary of the River Tay. — Lindores Hill Credit: Anne Burgess

White Craig is a prominent hill located in the region of Fife, in Scotland. It is part of the Lomond Hills range, a collection of hills and mountains that dominate the landscape of the area. With an elevation of approximately 1,017 feet (310 meters), White Craig offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding countryside and is a popular destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts.

The hill is characterized by its distinctive white cliffs, which give it its name. These cliffs are composed of limestone and stand in stark contrast to the greenery that covers the rest of the hill. The limestone also contributes to the unique flora and fauna found in the area, with several rare and protected plant species making their home on White Craig.

Hiking trails crisscross the hill, offering a range of difficulty levels to cater to different abilities. The most popular route starts from the nearby village of Falkland and gradually ascends the hill, providing hikers with breathtaking views along the way. On clear days, it is possible to see as far as the Firth of Forth and the distant peaks of the Scottish Highlands.

White Craig is also rich in historical and archaeological significance. The remains of an Iron Age hillfort, known as East Lomond Hillfort, can be found near the summit, providing insights into the ancient history of the area. Additionally, the hill is home to a variety of wildlife, including birds of prey, deer, and rare butterflies.

Overall, White Craig is a beautiful and historically significant hill in Fife, attracting visitors with its stunning scenery, diverse flora and fauna, and rich cultural heritage.

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White Craig Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.343179/-3.2401174 or Grid Reference NO2317. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Lindores Hill

The foreground and the forestry are all in this grid square, but one has to admit that it's the view that catches the eye. On the left, in the distance, is the prominent hump of West Lomond. Ormiston Hill rises steeply from the town of Newburgh, and in the sunshine to the right is the estuary of the River Tay.

Anne Burgess

Woodland beside the Firth of Tay

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South bank of the Firth of Tay

Near Newburgh.

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South bank of the Firth of Tay

Near Newburgh.

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Mugdrum House

Near Newburgh

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Newburgh seen from the South Deep

Newburgh offers some escape routes off the water without too much interaction with the mud. Make sure you are on the right side of The Hard though. The ebb tide runs fast close to the shore here, unlike the slower flow by Mugdrum Island.

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Navigation marker off Newburgh

One of a pair of bright orange marker barrels off Mugdrum Island.

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Mugdrum Island

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Reed beds, Mugdrum Island

There is a sea wall around the centre of the island this is surrounded by extensive reed beds.

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Reed beds, Mugdrum Island

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Reed beds, Mugdrum Island

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Newburgh Harbour

A relatively mud free corner enabled a clean exit off the river at around 2 hours before low water. I would not want to have got here much later. I had also just dropped my camera in the not so silvery Tay and was glad for a quick retrieval although it would have soon turned up as the tide fell. The way out is by the metal ladder.

Richard Webb