Bught Hill

Hill, Mountain in Peeblesshire

Scotland

Bught Hill

Lee Pen in sight The conical summit of Lee Pen (502m) marks the end of the ridge running SE between the Leithen Water and the Tweed. This view from Clog Knowe is across the intervening top of Black Knowe. — Lee Pen in sight Credit: Jim Barton

Bught Hill is a prominent natural feature located in Peeblesshire, Scotland. Situated near the town of Peebles, it is part of the wider Tweed Valley landscape, renowned for its scenic beauty. Bught Hill is classified as a hill, rather than a mountain, but it still offers breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside.

Rising to an elevation of approximately 247 meters (810 feet), Bught Hill is easily accessible to both locals and visitors. It is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, hikers, and nature lovers due to its well-maintained trails and stunning vistas. The hill is covered in heather, providing a colorful display during the summer months.

The hike to the summit of Bught Hill is relatively moderate, making it suitable for individuals of varying fitness levels. The path is clearly marked, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for all. At the top, visitors are rewarded with panoramic views of the Peeblesshire countryside, including the picturesque Tweed Valley and the rolling hills beyond.

Besides its natural beauty, Bught Hill also holds historical significance. It is believed that the hill was used as a defensive position during ancient times, with remnants of an Iron Age hillfort visible on its slopes. Archaeological excavations have uncovered artifacts that provide insights into the area's past.

Overall, Bught Hill offers a wonderful opportunity to connect with nature, enjoy outdoor activities, and immerse oneself in the rich history of Peeblesshire. Whether it's a leisurely walk, a family outing, or an exploration of the region's heritage, Bught Hill is sure to leave a lasting impression on all who visit.

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Bught Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.652781/-3.1136105 or Grid Reference NT3040. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Lee Pen in sight The conical summit of Lee Pen (502m) marks the end of the ridge running SE between the Leithen Water and the Tweed. This view from Clog Knowe is across the intervening top of Black Knowe.

Lee Pen in sight

The conical summit of Lee Pen (502m) marks the end of the ridge running SE between the Leithen Water and the Tweed. This view from Clog Knowe is across the intervening top of Black Knowe.

Col below Clog Knowe The ridge between Clog Knowe and Black Knowe on the walk from Dunslair Heights to Lee Pen and Innerleithen. The plantation is part of Glentress Forest.

Col below Clog Knowe

The ridge between Clog Knowe and Black Knowe on the walk from Dunslair Heights to Lee Pen and Innerleithen. The plantation is part of Glentress Forest.

Stile on Black Knowe Junction of a wire fence and the ridge wall at the summit.

Stile on Black Knowe

Junction of a wire fence and the ridge wall at the summit.

Angle in the wall, Mill Rig On the ridge with Lee Burn Head in view.

Angle in the wall, Mill Rig

On the ridge with Lee Burn Head in view.

Black Knowe Hill above the Cardrona Hotel.

Black Knowe

Hill above the Cardrona Hotel.

Approaching the summit, Black Law Taken on a post-New-Year walk from Peebles to Innerleithen, following the undulating heathery ridge from Glentress. The summit trig point is at 538m.

Approaching the summit, Black Law

Taken on a post-New-Year walk from Peebles to Innerleithen, following the undulating heathery ridge from Glentress. The summit trig point is at 538m.

Horsburgh Heights trail on Clog Knowe The distinctively patterned hillside is showing the heather management areas on Black Knowe.

Horsburgh Heights trail on Clog Knowe

The distinctively patterned hillside is showing the heather management areas on Black Knowe.

Patterned hillside on Black Knowe Blocks of heather on a moorland that is managed to promote grouse habitat - see also <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1960396">NT3141 : A chequerboard hillside, Clog Knowe</a> for a view of the opposite hillside of Clog Knowe.

Patterned hillside on Black Knowe

Blocks of heather on a moorland that is managed to promote grouse habitat - see also NT3141 : A chequerboard hillside, Clog Knowe for a view of the opposite hillside of Clog Knowe.

Walkers on Black Knowe The ridge from Glentress on a post-New-Year walk to Innerleithen. There seems to be a difference of opinion as to which side of the wall is best, but we reunited further along. The flat top in the middle distance is Mill Rig with Lee Burn Head (R) and the final summit, Lee Pen, to the left.

Walkers on Black Knowe

The ridge from Glentress on a post-New-Year walk to Innerleithen. There seems to be a difference of opinion as to which side of the wall is best, but we reunited further along. The flat top in the middle distance is Mill Rig with Lee Burn Head (R) and the final summit, Lee Pen, to the left.

Walkers on Clog Knowe Tweeddale Ramblers hold an annual walk on the ridge from Peebles to Innerleithen, a fine high level route given reasonable weather.

Walkers on Clog Knowe

Tweeddale Ramblers hold an annual walk on the ridge from Peebles to Innerleithen, a fine high level route given reasonable weather.

On the ridge to Innerleithen Walkers descending Clog Knowe towards Black Knowe, the next top on the high-level route to Innerleithen. In the distance is the triangular peak of Lee Pen, the last summit before descent to Innerleithen.

On the ridge to Innerleithen

Walkers descending Clog Knowe towards Black Knowe, the next top on the high-level route to Innerleithen. In the distance is the triangular peak of Lee Pen, the last summit before descent to Innerleithen.

Muirburn smoke plumes Plumes from four different sites of heather burning on the hills between the Leithen Water and the Tweed, the nearest just over the ridge around Mill Rig, north of Lee Pen.

Muirburn smoke plumes

Plumes from four different sites of heather burning on the hills between the Leithen Water and the Tweed, the nearest just over the ridge around Mill Rig, north of Lee Pen.

Muirburn smoke near Mill Rig A plume of smoke from heather burning on the far side of the ridge running S towards Lee Pen. The viewpoint is across the valley on the ridge between Eastside Heights and Windlestraw Law. Compare with <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3937826">NT3140 : Muirburn smoke plumes</a>.

Muirburn smoke near Mill Rig

A plume of smoke from heather burning on the far side of the ridge running S towards Lee Pen. The viewpoint is across the valley on the ridge between Eastside Heights and Windlestraw Law. Compare with NT3140 : Muirburn smoke plumes.

Track by the Hope Burn Bundles of fence posts by the track on the way up by Hope Burn towards the plantations of Glentress Forest.

Track by the Hope Burn

Bundles of fence posts by the track on the way up by Hope Burn towards the plantations of Glentress Forest.

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

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.

Wall and fence on Black Knowe A wall and fence on the east side of the hill near the junction with the wall on the south ridge from Lee Burn Head and Lee Pen.

Wall and fence on Black Knowe

A wall and fence on the east side of the hill near the junction with the wall on the south ridge from Lee Burn Head and Lee Pen.

Lee Pen from Black Knowe The pointed summit of Lee Pen (502m) lies at the southern end of the moorland ridge above the Leithen Water.

Lee Pen from Black Knowe

The pointed summit of Lee Pen (502m) lies at the southern end of the moorland ridge above the Leithen Water.

Clog Knowe ahead A walker on the ascent of Clog Knowe (541m) on the ridge between Innerleithen and Peebles, by the eastern edge of Glentress Forest. Compare with <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1960396">NT3141 : A chequerboard hillside, Clog Knowe</a> showing a similar view of the patterned heather moor taken in 2010.

Clog Knowe ahead

A walker on the ascent of Clog Knowe (541m) on the ridge between Innerleithen and Peebles, by the eastern edge of Glentress Forest. Compare with NT3141 : A chequerboard hillside, Clog Knowe showing a similar view of the patterned heather moor taken in 2010.

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Bught Hill is located at Grid Ref: NT3040 (Lat: 55.652781, Lng: -3.1136105)

Unitary Authority: The Scottish Borders

Police Authority: The Lothians and Scottish Borders

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