Cardie Hill

Hill, Mountain in Peeblesshire

Scotland

Cardie Hill

Remnant of the Wire Bridge, Peebles The post in the foreground appears to be the only surviving part of a former suspension footbridge across the Tweed here. It was a private bridge for the Kingsmeadows estate, connecting with Wire Bridge Cottage, just in view across the river. Further historical background and a photograph of the bridge are given in &#039;Peebles Remembered&#039; published by The Tweeddale Society in 2005. — Remnant of the Wire Bridge, Peebles Credit: Jim Barton

Cardie Hill is a prominent hill located in Peeblesshire, Scotland. Situated approximately 2 miles southwest of the town of Peebles, it forms part of the rolling hills of the Scottish Borders region. Rising to a height of 422 meters (1,385 feet), Cardie Hill offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.

The hill is characterized by its gentle slopes and lush green vegetation, making it a popular destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts. Its accessibility and relatively easy ascent make it suitable for people of all ages and fitness levels. Visitors can enjoy a leisurely walk along well-defined paths that wind their way to the summit, taking in the stunning vistas along the way.

Cardie Hill boasts a diverse range of flora and fauna, with heather, bracken, and wildflowers dotting the landscape. Birdwatchers can spot a variety of avian species, including buzzards, kestrels, and pheasants. The hill also provides a habitat for small mammals such as rabbits and hares.

At the top of Cardie Hill, walkers are rewarded with sweeping views of the surrounding countryside, including the nearby Tweed Valley and the picturesque town of Peebles. On clear days, it is even possible to catch a glimpse of the iconic Edinburgh skyline in the distance.

Overall, Cardie Hill is a natural gem that offers a peaceful and picturesque escape for both locals and tourists alike, providing an opportunity to immerse oneself in the beauty of the Scottish Borders.

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Cardie Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.658427/-3.150265 or Grid Reference NT2741. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Remnant of the Wire Bridge, Peebles

The post in the foreground appears to be the only surviving part of a former suspension footbridge across the Tweed here. It was a private bridge for the Kingsmeadows estate, connecting with Wire Bridge Cottage, just in view across the river. Further historical background and a photograph of the bridge are given in 'Peebles Remembered' published by The Tweeddale Society in 2005.

Jim Barton

The Hub Cafe, Glentress

Packed out as usual and sadly such a good, fair priced cafe as this just had to go. They were denied the chance to bid for the lease for the shiny new facility over the road and closed down by the Forestry Commission. Apparently this is normal practice once one of their facilities becomes popular, and I have seen a similar enterprise in the Forest of Dean go the same way. The bike shop closed today, so no more good value, and quick services for my bikes.

Richard Webb

The Hub - the last day

Having done so much for the success of the bike trails in Glentress Forest, today the shop was closed down by the Forestry Commission. They were not allowed to bid for the lease in the new all singing and all dancing centre across the road which we are expected to pay for (not a penny from me! - I'm parking elsewhere and riding in) and they are to be replaced by one of the big Edinburgh shops. A legend!

Richard Webb

Eshiels and Glentress

A view from the old railway route between Cardrona and Peebles on a morning with light snow showers.

Jim Barton

Decorated trees, Eshiels Community Woodland

Trees with a brighter look at the site of the Eshiels Youth Sculpture Project in this part of the woodland by the Tweed - see also NT2739 : Eshiels Youth Sculpture project.

Jim Barton

The Tweed near Scotsmill

Looking upstream with some of the new houses at Whitehaugh on the edge of Peebles in view.

Jim Barton

Scotsmill by the Tweed

Houses on the S bank upstream of the Kailzie Estate.

Jim Barton

Peebles sewage works

Filter beds at Eshiels; the path and cycleway from Cardrona passes to the right, following the former Peebles - Galashiels railway line.

Jim Barton

Ready for winter, Eshiels Depot

A silo of road salt and several gritting lorries at the Scottish Borders Council road depot at Eshiels, on the site of a former railway yard and sheds.

Jim Barton

Eshiels Tunnel

The former railway tunnel under the A72 road has been opened up for use in the footpath and cycleway from Peebles to Cardrona. NT2739 : Eastern portal of Eshiels Tunnel and NT2739 : Inside Eshiels Tunnel show the tunnel in 2009 before it was opened up.

Jim Barton

Peel bike shop and cafe, Glentress

The shiny new shop and cafe referred to in NT2839 : The Hub Cafe, Glentress, part of a new development at Glentress with car park, visitor centre and offices.

Jim Barton

Farmland below Falla Brae

Grassland by Eshiels and the Glentress mountain bike centre.

Richard Webb

Eshiels Holdings

Grassland beneath Glentress Forest and an estate agent's sign.

Richard Webb

Cavalry Park

Industrial estate /business centre on the edge of Peebles.

Richard Webb

Sign, Whitehaugh Farm

A fair bit of the flatter land has recently had houses built upon it.

Richard Webb

A riverside field

Flat grassland beside the Tweed with a view of Lee Pen.

Richard Webb

Tweed Valley Forest Park Gateway building, Glentress

A relatively new building above the car park at Glentress Peel opened last year by Forestry Commission Scotland. It houses information displays, showers and changing rooms, toilets and the Tweed valley Wild Watch osprey project.

Jim Barton