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Shean Hillock

Hill, Mountain in Morayshire

Scotland

Shean Hillock

Base for new house, Mains of Cairnty
Base for new house, Mains of Cairnty Credit: Alex McGregor

Shean Hillock is a prominent hill located in the county of Morayshire, Scotland. With an elevation of approximately 410 meters (1,345 feet), it stands tall and offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. Situated in the northeast of Scotland, Shean Hillock is part of the picturesque countryside, characterized by rolling hills and green pastures.

The hill is easily accessible and attracts both locals and tourists who seek adventure and stunning vistas. Its location near the town of Elgin makes it a popular destination for hikers, nature enthusiasts, and those looking for a peaceful retreat from the bustling urban life.

Shean Hillock is covered with heather and grass, creating a vibrant and colorful scenery throughout the year. The hill's slopes are home to a variety of flora and fauna, including wildflowers, heather bees, and various bird species. It is not uncommon to spot birds of prey soaring high above, adding to the charm of the hill.

The summit of Shean Hillock offers a breathtaking view of the Moray Firth, a coastal inlet in the North Sea, and the nearby Ben Rinnes, another popular mountain in the region. On clear days, one can even catch a glimpse of the Cairngorms National Park in the distance.

Overall, Shean Hillock is a must-visit destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts seeking tranquility, stunning vistas, and a glimpse into the natural beauty of Morayshire.

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Shean Hillock Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.572136/-3.122121 or Grid Reference NJ3254. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Base for new house, Mains of Cairnty
Base for new house, Mains of Cairnty
Cairnty School This little house was the short-lived Cairnty School, which operated for only 14 years, from 1928 to 1942. After that it was a holiday cottage for some years, but is now falling into rack and ruin.
Cairnty School
This little house was the short-lived Cairnty School, which operated for only 14 years, from 1928 to 1942. After that it was a holiday cottage for some years, but is now falling into rack and ruin.
Cairnty School This little house was the short-lived Cairnty School, which operated for only 14 years, from 1928 to 1942. After that it was a holiday cottage for some years, but is now falling into rack and ruin.
Cairnty School
This little house was the short-lived Cairnty School, which operated for only 14 years, from 1928 to 1942. After that it was a holiday cottage for some years, but is now falling into rack and ruin.
New House at Mains of Cairnty Four months after <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2504604">NJ3252 : Base for new house, Mains of Cairnty</a> was taken, the ground floor has taken shape. Edit: The completed building <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4469574">NJ3252 : Cairnty House</a>.
New House at Mains of Cairnty
Four months after NJ3252 : Base for new house, Mains of Cairnty was taken, the ground floor has taken shape. Edit: The completed building NJ3252 : Cairnty House.
Old House at Mains of Cairnty The house now sits on the verge of a building site as a large new house is constructed where the steading used to be.
Old House at Mains of Cairnty
The house now sits on the verge of a building site as a large new house is constructed where the steading used to be.
Oh to be on Cooperee!!.... An Orton ghillie transports two salmon anglers across the river on Orton's Cooperee pool.The salmon season on the Spey runs from 11th February to 30th September; there are plenty of fish in the river and I have witnessed several in the 20 pound plus bracket this afternoon but their interest lies in things other than the various flies on offer.
Oh to be on Cooperee!!....
An Orton ghillie transports two salmon anglers across the river on Orton's Cooperee pool.The salmon season on the Spey runs from 11th February to 30th September; there are plenty of fish in the river and I have witnessed several in the 20 pound plus bracket this afternoon but their interest lies in things other than the various flies on offer.
Fly fishing for salmon on Cooperee Here the angler is about to complete the "double Spey" cast. The Spey casting technique has been developed over the years to enable the casting of a fly in an area where the river bank may be lined with trees or some other obstacles which may jeopardise the transport of the fly.
Fly fishing for salmon on Cooperee
Here the angler is about to complete the "double Spey" cast. The Spey casting technique has been developed over the years to enable the casting of a fly in an area where the river bank may be lined with trees or some other obstacles which may jeopardise the transport of the fly.
Minor road near Ordiquish
Minor road near Ordiquish
Track into Wood of Ordiequish
Track into Wood of Ordiequish
Minor road near Cairnty
Minor road near Cairnty
Farm track near Cairnty
Farm track near Cairnty
Minor road near Cairnty
Minor road near Cairnty
Minor road near Cairnty
Minor road near Cairnty
Gravel road to Cairnty Croft
Gravel road to Cairnty Croft
Spiders' Webs Interesting to see that all the webs in this whin bush are horizontal. I wonder what species of spider has spun them?
Spiders' Webs
Interesting to see that all the webs in this whin bush are horizontal. I wonder what species of spider has spun them?
Cairnty House This is a brand-new house in Georgin style, with a magnificent view of the River Spey.
Cairnty House
This is a brand-new house in Georgin style, with a magnificent view of the River Spey.
Craiglug in Spring The former cottage garden is full of narcissi, but the windows are boarded up and the building deserted.
Craiglug in Spring
The former cottage garden is full of narcissi, but the windows are boarded up and the building deserted.
Orton Doocot Pigeons were valued as fresh meat in winter. Only lairds were allowed to build a doocot, so the presence of one is a sure indication of a laird's house nearby.
Orton Doocot
Pigeons were valued as fresh meat in winter. Only lairds were allowed to build a doocot, so the presence of one is a sure indication of a laird's house nearby.
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Shean Hillock is located at Grid Ref: NJ3254 (Lat: 57.572136, Lng: -3.122121)

Unitary Authority: Moray

Police Authority: North East

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