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Chester Hill

Hill, Mountain in Midlothian

Scotland

Chester Hill

Rough grazing beneath the Moorfoot Hills View towards the Pentland Hills from the B7007.
Rough grazing beneath the Moorfoot Hills Credit: Richard Webb

Chester Hill, located in Midlothian, is an impressive hill that offers breathtaking views and recreational opportunities to visitors. Situated in the southern part of Midlothian, Scotland, the hill is known for its distinctive shape and elevation, making it a popular spot for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers.

Rising to an impressive height, Chester Hill is classified as a hill but can be considered a small mountain due to its rugged terrain and steep slopes. The hill is characterized by its rolling green landscape, covered in a variety of vegetation including grasses, shrubs, and scattered trees.

The summit of Chester Hill provides commanding views of the surrounding area, offering panoramic vistas of the Midlothian countryside. On clear days, visitors can catch glimpses of nearby towns and villages, as well as distant mountains in the distance.

The hill attracts hikers and walkers who seek to explore its beautiful trails and enjoy the tranquility of the natural setting. These trails vary in difficulty, catering to both experienced adventurers and casual strollers. Additionally, the hill is a popular spot for picnicking and photography, with many visitors captivated by the stunning scenery.

Chester Hill holds historical significance, with remnants of ancient settlements and structures found in the vicinity. Archaeological discoveries in the area have included tools, pottery, and other artifacts, shedding light on the hill's rich past.

Overall, Chester Hill in Midlothian is a captivating destination that offers a blend of natural beauty, recreational activities, and historical intrigue. Whether one is seeking an exhilarating hike or a peaceful escape from the bustle of everyday life, this hill provides a memorable experience for all who visit.

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Chester Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.794636/-3.0485128 or Grid Reference NT3456. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Rough grazing beneath the Moorfoot Hills View towards the Pentland Hills from the B7007.
Rough grazing beneath the Moorfoot Hills
View towards the Pentland Hills from the B7007.
B7007 near Wull Muir
B7007 near Wull Muir
Sheep near Outerston
Sheep near Outerston
Thimble Cottage at Outerston
Thimble Cottage at Outerston
Thimble Cottage from Outerston
Thimble Cottage from Outerston
Danger! Bulls Keep Out No evidence that they were there, but I kept to my side of the gate.
Danger! Bulls Keep Out
No evidence that they were there, but I kept to my side of the gate.
Hilly pasture at Outerston Reputedly with bulls in it.
Hilly pasture at Outerston
Reputedly with bulls in it.
Temple Quarry Conveyor It looks as if it is relatively recent and serviceable; it shows on Google Earth imagery dated 2006. From the 1:25000 map it looks as if it carries material from Temple Quarry to Middleton, a distance of over 3km, although not as the crow flies. This is at a point where it changes direction by 90 deg. by the side of the road east of Outerston.
Temple Quarry Conveyor
It looks as if it is relatively recent and serviceable; it shows on Google Earth imagery dated 2006. From the 1:25000 map it looks as if it carries material from Temple Quarry to Middleton, a distance of over 3km, although not as the crow flies. This is at a point where it changes direction by 90 deg. by the side of the road east of Outerston.
Temple Quarry sand and gravel conveyor A 90-deg bend, at the side of the road. The quarry is 0.5 km to the left, and the conveyor can be seen snaking across the landscape to the trees on the skyline at the left.
Temple Quarry sand and gravel conveyor
A 90-deg bend, at the side of the road. The quarry is 0.5 km to the left, and the conveyor can be seen snaking across the landscape to the trees on the skyline at the left.
Temple Quarry Conveyor Looking towards the quarry, about 0.5-km away, from a farm bridge over. Barley to the left, oats to the right. For those not sure of the difference see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2594002">NT3357 : Barley near Outerston</a> and <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2593993">NT3357 : Oats at Outerston</a>.
Temple Quarry Conveyor
Looking towards the quarry, about 0.5-km away, from a farm bridge over. Barley to the left, oats to the right. For those not sure of the difference see NT3357 : Barley near Outerston and NT3357 : Oats at Outerston.
Looking towards the quarry A disused quarry on the northern flank of the Moorfoot Hills, looking over the feeding ground of the Middleton North Burn to Gladhouse Reservoir about 5 km away.
Looking towards the quarry
A disused quarry on the northern flank of the Moorfoot Hills, looking over the feeding ground of the Middleton North Burn to Gladhouse Reservoir about 5 km away.
Old quarry in Halkerston Glen With the Middleton North Burn running through.
Old quarry in Halkerston Glen
With the Middleton North Burn running through.
Oat field near Outerston Taken from the bridge over the Temple Quarry conveyor, which does a left turn near here and can be seen heading off along the right-hand edge of the field to Middleton. There were also two roe deer enjoying the oats, but they moved away before I could catch them.
Oat field near Outerston
Taken from the bridge over the Temple Quarry conveyor, which does a left turn near here and can be seen heading off along the right-hand edge of the field to Middleton. There were also two roe deer enjoying the oats, but they moved away before I could catch them.
Oats at Outerston The least likely to be encountered of the three main UK cereals of wheat, barley and oats - each 'corn' in the parts of the country where they are the main cereal.
Oats at Outerston
The least likely to be encountered of the three main UK cereals of wheat, barley and oats - each 'corn' in the parts of the country where they are the main cereal.
Barley near Outerston The main cereal crop, at least in Scotland - where would we be without it - no beer, no whisky!
Barley near Outerston
The main cereal crop, at least in Scotland - where would we be without it - no beer, no whisky!
The Midlothian plain Looking northwest from near Wull Muir, near the top of the Moorfoot Hills escarpment. With some funny weather over towards Dalkeith. Obviously a high humidity atmosphere - it was wet earlier and not far from wet when the photo was taken.
The Midlothian plain
Looking northwest from near Wull Muir, near the top of the Moorfoot Hills escarpment. With some funny weather over towards Dalkeith. Obviously a high humidity atmosphere - it was wet earlier and not far from wet when the photo was taken.
Gate to Wull Muir Access to the higher ground from the B7007 - little used?.
Gate to Wull Muir
Access to the higher ground from the B7007 - little used?.
Old quarry in Halkerston Glen A marshy area with the Middleton North Burn flowing through on the right hand side.
Old quarry in Halkerston Glen
A marshy area with the Middleton North Burn flowing through on the right hand side.
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Chester Hill is located at Grid Ref: NT3456 (Lat: 55.794636, Lng: -3.0485128)

Unitary Authority: Midlothian

Police Authority: The Lothians and Scottish Borders

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