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Chester Hill

Hill, Mountain in Peeblesshire

Scotland

Chester Hill

Warning of sheep chasing by dogs A notice on a field gatepost publicising the loss of five lambs to loose or out-of-control dogs, dated 8 June 2011.
Warning of sheep chasing by dogs Credit: Jim Barton

Chester Hill is a prominent hill located in Peeblesshire, which is a historic county in the Scottish Borders region of Scotland. Rising to an elevation of approximately 400 meters (1,312 feet), it is considered a notable landmark in the area.

Situated near the town of Peebles, Chester Hill offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. Its location on the Southern Upland Way, a long-distance trail that traverses the southern uplands of Scotland, makes it a popular destination for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts. The hill is easily accessible via various footpaths and trails, allowing visitors to explore its natural beauty.

Covered in lush green vegetation, Chester Hill is part of a larger range of hills that characterizes the landscape of Peeblesshire. Its slopes are home to a diverse array of flora and fauna, including heather, moss, and various species of birds and small mammals.

The summit of Chester Hill provides a vantage point from which visitors can appreciate the picturesque Scottish countryside, with rolling hills, meandering rivers, and charming villages dotting the landscape. On clear days, it is even possible to catch a glimpse of the iconic Edinburgh skyline in the distance.

Whether it be for a leisurely stroll, a challenging hike, or simply a peaceful escape into nature, Chester Hill offers a tranquil and enchanting experience for all who venture to explore its slopes. Its rich natural heritage and breathtaking views make it a must-visit destination for both locals and tourists alike.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 55.612214/-3.212638 or Grid Reference NT2336. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Warning of sheep chasing by dogs A notice on a field gatepost publicising the loss of five lambs to loose or out-of-control dogs, dated 8 June 2011.
Warning of sheep chasing by dogs
A notice on a field gatepost publicising the loss of five lambs to loose or out-of-control dogs, dated 8 June 2011.
Signpost on the John Buchan Way Situated where the route leaves the tarmac road to take the track crossing the ridge of Cademuir and down into Peebles.
Signpost on the John Buchan Way
Situated where the route leaves the tarmac road to take the track crossing the ridge of Cademuir and down into Peebles.
Old milestone below Cademuir Shown as a milestone on the map, but any marking the stone might have had has now worn away.
Old milestone below Cademuir
Shown as a milestone on the map, but any marking the stone might have had has now worn away.
Canada Hill from Cademuir Stob Law is just to the right of Canada Hill. The cottages are close by Cademuir farm.
Canada Hill from Cademuir
Stob Law is just to the right of Canada Hill. The cottages are close by Cademuir farm.
Iron Age hill fort defences on Cademuir The scattered boulders in the grass, beyond the nearest fringe of loose boulders, have been embedded across the ridge to impede attackers on foot or horseback - there are over 60 in this view, protruding up to 50cm or so above ground. Obstacles such as this are known as 'chevaux de frise' and the concept was still used in the Second World War in the form of large concrete anti-tank defences around our coasts. <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1540932">NT2237 : Iron Age defensive structure, Cademuir Hill Fort</a> shows a different view of these defences.
Iron Age hill fort defences on Cademuir
The scattered boulders in the grass, beyond the nearest fringe of loose boulders, have been embedded across the ridge to impede attackers on foot or horseback - there are over 60 in this view, protruding up to 50cm or so above ground. Obstacles such as this are known as 'chevaux de frise' and the concept was still used in the Second World War in the form of large concrete anti-tank defences around our coasts. NT2237 : Iron Age defensive structure, Cademuir Hill Fort shows a different view of these defences.
In the Manor Valley The west slopes of Cademuir Hill, with several hill forts along the ridge, is beyond the river.
In the Manor Valley
The west slopes of Cademuir Hill, with several hill forts along the ridge, is beyond the river.
Cademuir from Whitelaw Hill A long-distance view from the ridge above the Manor Valley at Whitelaw Hill. The dry valley in view here on the S and E side of Cademuir, now farmland, is thought to have been the course of the Tweed in pre-glacial times, before the river became diverted through Neidpath gorge.
Cademuir from Whitelaw Hill
A long-distance view from the ridge above the Manor Valley at Whitelaw Hill. The dry valley in view here on the S and E side of Cademuir, now farmland, is thought to have been the course of the Tweed in pre-glacial times, before the river became diverted through Neidpath gorge.
Quaw Plantation One of many small woods on lower ground in the Manor Valley and around Cademuir.
Quaw Plantation
One of many small woods on lower ground in the Manor Valley and around Cademuir.
Quaw Plantation Inside the wood, mostly birches here.
Quaw Plantation
Inside the wood, mostly birches here.
Lower slopes of Canada Hill Sheep on short grass, frost was coming out of the ground in a slow thaw giving slippery going.
Lower slopes of Canada Hill
Sheep on short grass, frost was coming out of the ground in a slow thaw giving slippery going.
Flat land behind Cademuir Looking towards Cademuir Hill from behind Hundeshope. The hill has still got its tree covered summit. The land between is flat with a feel of being a former loch bed.
Flat land behind Cademuir
Looking towards Cademuir Hill from behind Hundeshope. The hill has still got its tree covered summit. The land between is flat with a feel of being a former loch bed.
Pines of Hundleshope A regenerating pinewood on the glen floor.
Pines of Hundleshope
A regenerating pinewood on the glen floor.
Hundles Hope The Hundleshope Burn flows across a flat glen floor which contrasts with steep sides. There are junipers on the steeper ground. Ahead is a former enclosed field beneath the north ridge of Stob Law.
Hundles Hope
The Hundleshope Burn flows across a flat glen floor which contrasts with steep sides. There are junipers on the steeper ground. Ahead is a former enclosed field beneath the north ridge of Stob Law.
New wood, Hundles Hope A fenced off bit of moorland with young trees.
New wood, Hundles Hope
A fenced off bit of moorland with young trees.
Quaw Plantation Eastern side of the Quaw Plantation with a view from a stile over the dyke. The ridge is Cademuir, site of some of the many hill forts in this area. There is another fort in the wood, middle distance.
Quaw Plantation
Eastern side of the Quaw Plantation with a view from a stile over the dyke. The ridge is Cademuir, site of some of the many hill forts in this area. There is another fort in the wood, middle distance.
Mouth of Hundles Hope An attractive glen opens out into the flatlands south of Cademuir. Another hope comes in here, the rather rugged glen of the Rae Burn.
Mouth of Hundles Hope
An attractive glen opens out into the flatlands south of Cademuir. Another hope comes in here, the rather rugged glen of the Rae Burn.
Larches, Hundles Hope An old larch plantation above a once enclosed field at the foot of Stob Law.
Larches, Hundles Hope
An old larch plantation above a once enclosed field at the foot of Stob Law.
Oak wood, Castlehill Oaks in a field beside the path to Cademuir.
Oak wood, Castlehill
Oaks in a field beside the path to Cademuir.
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Chester Hill is located at Grid Ref: NT2336 (Lat: 55.612214, Lng: -3.212638)

Unitary Authority: The Scottish Borders

Police Authority: The Lothians and Scottish Borders

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