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Broom Hill

Hill, Mountain in Angus

Scotland

Broom Hill

Minor Road at Bridgend of Balloch The house at Bridgend of Balloch stands above a loop of the Quharity Burn, a curious little stream which has at this point emerged from a deep valley before wandering rather aimlessly through this area and then suddenly cutting south through another steep sided valley. All these features must be linked to work by ice and meltwaters.
Minor Road at Bridgend of Balloch Credit: Gordon Hatton

Broom Hill is a prominent hill located in the county of Angus, Scotland. It is situated approximately 2 miles south of the town of Montrose and stands at an elevation of 184 meters (604 feet). The hill is part of the easternmost section of the Grampian Mountains, which stretch across the Scottish Highlands.

Broom Hill is known for its distinctive shape, with a rounded summit that offers panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. The hill is covered with a mix of heather, grasses, and shrubs, giving it a vibrant and colorful appearance, particularly during the summer months.

The area around Broom Hill is rich in history and has evidence of human settlement dating back thousands of years. There are several ancient sites in the vicinity, including the ruins of Dunninald Castle and a Pictish stone at St. Cyrus. Additionally, the hill is crossed by a network of footpaths and trails, making it a popular destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts.

The diverse wildlife of Broom Hill includes various bird species, such as red grouse and skylarks, as well as mammals like hares and roe deer. The hill also supports a range of plant species, including wildflowers and ferns, contributing to its ecological importance.

Overall, Broom Hill offers a picturesque and tranquil environment for visitors to enjoy the natural beauty and historical heritage of Angus, Scotland.

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Broom Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.725169/-3.0605827 or Grid Reference NO3559. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Minor Road at Bridgend of Balloch The house at Bridgend of Balloch stands above a loop of the Quharity Burn, a curious little stream which has at this point emerged from a deep valley before wandering rather aimlessly through this area and then suddenly cutting south through another steep sided valley. All these features must be linked to work by ice and meltwaters.
Minor Road at Bridgend of Balloch
The house at Bridgend of Balloch stands above a loop of the Quharity Burn, a curious little stream which has at this point emerged from a deep valley before wandering rather aimlessly through this area and then suddenly cutting south through another steep sided valley. All these features must be linked to work by ice and meltwaters.
Mysterious 'tin' building in the woods At least two other contributors have suggested that this may have been a chapel or similar, no doubt due to its appearance. There seems to be no way to verify that as it doesn't appear on any of the OS six inch maps that one can access on line as these only cover the period up to the 1920's. The only thing that is marked within 100m of here is a gravel pit.
Mysterious 'tin' building in the woods
At least two other contributors have suggested that this may have been a chapel or similar, no doubt due to its appearance. There seems to be no way to verify that as it doesn't appear on any of the OS six inch maps that one can access on line as these only cover the period up to the 1920's. The only thing that is marked within 100m of here is a gravel pit.
Nether Balgray Nether Balgray farm viewed from the road to the south.
Nether Balgray
Nether Balgray farm viewed from the road to the south.
The Burn of Corogle
The Burn of Corogle
Track near Turf Hill A winding track near Turf Hill, Angus.
Track near Turf Hill
A winding track near Turf Hill, Angus.
Walkers on Long Goat Looking towards and en route for Cat Law on a lovely January day
Walkers on Long Goat
Looking towards and en route for Cat Law on a lovely January day
Valley of the Corwattle Burn Heather burning is taking place further up the valley.
Valley of the Corwattle Burn
Heather burning is taking place further up the valley.
Track up the Corwhattle Burn Giving access to the grouse butts on Long Goat.
Track up the Corwhattle Burn
Giving access to the grouse butts on Long Goat.
Road and log piles below Turf Hill Undulating minor road up the west side of Glen Prosen.
Road and log piles below Turf Hill
Undulating minor road up the west side of Glen Prosen.
Valley of the Burn of Corogle A tributary of Glen Prosen.
Valley of the Burn of Corogle
A tributary of Glen Prosen.
Broughty Ferry Crusaders annual camp at the Muir of Pearsie
Broughty Ferry Crusaders annual camp at the Muir of Pearsie
Building a dam in the Burn of Corogle
Building a dam in the Burn of Corogle
Standing stones on southern slopes of Long Goat Although the seventh series OS map marks these as "standing stones", they are not marked on the Landranger series and shown on the enlarged map in Geograph as "stones". The nearest three were lying down in 1968: maybe the others have joined them!
Standing stones on southern slopes of Long Goat
Although the seventh series OS map marks these as "standing stones", they are not marked on the Landranger series and shown on the enlarged map in Geograph as "stones". The nearest three were lying down in 1968: maybe the others have joined them!
Steep road near Pearsie Looking up a steep section of road north of Pearsie.
Steep road near Pearsie
Looking up a steep section of road north of Pearsie.
Burn of Corogle The Burn of Corogle from the bridge on the Pearsie to Glen Prosen road.
Burn of Corogle
The Burn of Corogle from the bridge on the Pearsie to Glen Prosen road.
Looking across Glen Prosen Looking south-westwards over the lower reach of Glen Prosen towards fields and forestry near the Muir of Pearsie.
Looking across Glen Prosen
Looking south-westwards over the lower reach of Glen Prosen towards fields and forestry near the Muir of Pearsie.
Farmland near Bykenhillock
Farmland near Bykenhillock
Roadkill near Pearsie. A hedgehog - one of an estimated five million wild animals killed on Britain's roads each year. A relatively short cycle ride through Glen Prosen in April 2011 revealed extensive roadkill, including deer, rabbit, pheasant, hedgehog and one polecat. The Geograph website is to be archived by the British Library - it is interesting to speculate what future generations will make of this carnage.
Roadkill near Pearsie.
A hedgehog - one of an estimated five million wild animals killed on Britain's roads each year. A relatively short cycle ride through Glen Prosen in April 2011 revealed extensive roadkill, including deer, rabbit, pheasant, hedgehog and one polecat. The Geograph website is to be archived by the British Library - it is interesting to speculate what future generations will make of this carnage.
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Broom Hill is located at Grid Ref: NO3559 (Lat: 56.725169, Lng: -3.0605827)

Unitary Authority: Angus

Police Authority: Tayside

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