Falla Brae

Hill, Mountain in Peeblesshire

Scotland

Falla Brae

Bught Hill from Habs Cleuch Shank Much of the land in the middle foreground will be planted by the Forestry Commission over the next few years. The white building in the valley is the Macdonald Cardrona Hotel. — Bught Hill from Habs Cleuch Shank Credit: Jim Barton

Falla Brae is a picturesque hill located in Peeblesshire, a historic county in the Scottish Borders region of Scotland. Rising to an elevation of approximately 450 meters (1476 feet), it offers breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape and is a popular destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts.

Situated near the charming town of Peebles, Falla Brae is easily accessible and attracts both locals and tourists throughout the year. The hill is characterized by its gentle slopes and is covered in lush vegetation, including heather, grasses, and scattered trees. Its verdant beauty is especially captivating during the autumn season when the leaves change colors, creating a stunning tapestry of red, orange, and gold.

The ascent to Falla Brae is relatively moderate, making it suitable for hikers of varying abilities. Along the way, visitors can appreciate the tranquil atmosphere, interrupted only by the sounds of birds chirping and the rustling of leaves. At the summit, one is rewarded with breathtaking panoramic views of the rolling hills, verdant valleys, and meandering rivers that define the Peebleshire landscape.

Falla Brae is not only a haven for nature lovers but also a site of historical significance. The hill is steeped in folklore and legends, with tales of ancient battles, mythical creatures, and lost treasure adding to its allure.

Overall, Falla Brae is a natural gem in Peeblesshire, offering a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Its beauty, accessibility, and rich history make it a must-visit destination for those seeking solace in nature and a glimpse into Scotland's past.

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Falla Brae Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.652003/-3.1396673 or Grid Reference NT2840. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Bught Hill from Habs Cleuch Shank

Much of the land in the middle foreground will be planted by the Forestry Commission over the next few years. The white building in the valley is the Macdonald Cardrona Hotel.

Jim Barton

Hope and Habs Cleuch Shank

Hope is the cottage, and Habs Cleuch Shank the ridge behind on the right. A very secluded dwelling, reachable only up a grass track.

Chris Eilbeck

Old Sheep Fold, Glentress Forest

Nowadays not many sheep find their way to this place, now surrounded by dense forest.

Chris Eilbeck

Circular sheepfold in forest clearing

The Horsbrugh Heights trail from Glentress Forest passes this spot.

Jim Barton

End of the Strip

The butt of a shelterbelt rising up from the Hope.

Richard Webb

Farm track, Nether Horsburgh

Looking downhill along a trackway towards the new village of Cardrona on the floor of Tweeddale.

Richard Webb

Enclosure, Bught Hill

A circular earthbank on a spur, marked as an enclosure on the Ordnance Survey map.

Richard Webb

Hope

Hope, the house in a hope, seen from Bught Hill.

Richard Webb

Glentress Forest, Hope

Looking into the forest, from steep slopes above Hope.

Richard Webb

Forest Edge

The Hope Burn emerges from Glentress Forest.

Richard Webb

Horseburgh Hope

A glen draining part of Glentress Forest in the Moorfoot Hills.

Richard Webb

Horseburgh Hope

Looking downstream, away from Glentress Forest and into a mixed landscape of sheep grazing and shelter belts.

Richard Webb

Horsburgh Castle ruin with sheep pasture

Astrid H

Horsburgh Castle

Horsburgh Castle seen from the visitors centre on the opposite hillside. Sheep and hills a plenty.

Dennis simpson

MacDonalds Cardrona Hotel

This exclusive hotel, golf and country club has an idyllic location on the north bank of the river Tweed. A glimpse of the river can be seen to the left of the picture. Between the hotel and the river is the golf course and a row of golf buggies are parked adjacent to a large bunker in front of the hotel.

ronnie leask

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

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Falla Brae is located at Grid Ref: NT2840 (Lat: 55.652003, Lng: -3.1396673)

Unitary Authority: The Scottish Borders

Police Authority: The Lothians and Scottish Borders