Battle Law

Hill, Mountain in Fife

Scotland

Battle Law

Field, The Gauldry North of the Main Road
Field, The Gauldry Credit: Richard Webb

Battle Law is a prominent hill located in the region of Fife, Scotland. Rising to an elevation of approximately 286 meters (938 feet), it forms part of the picturesque Lomond Hills range. The hill is situated near the village of Falkland, which lies about 30 kilometers (18.6 miles) west of the city of St Andrews.

The name "Battle Law" is derived from its historical significance as a site of ancient battles. It is believed that the hill was a strategic location during conflicts between various clans and armies, including the Picts and the Vikings. The remnants of ancient forts and defensive structures can still be seen atop Battle Law, serving as a reminder of its historical importance.

The hill offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, with vistas extending as far as the Firth of Forth and the East Neuk of Fife. Hiking enthusiasts and nature lovers are drawn to Battle Law for its well-marked trails and scenic beauty. The hill is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, including heather, gorse, and various bird species.

Visitors to Battle Law can access the hill through a network of paths and tracks that lead to the summit. The ascent is relatively moderate, making it suitable for individuals of various fitness levels. At the top, visitors are rewarded with stunning vistas and the opportunity to explore the ancient ruins and earthworks.

Overall, Battle Law is a historically significant and visually striking hill, attracting visitors who seek a combination of natural beauty and cultural heritage in Fife, Scotland.

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Field, The Gauldry North of the Main Road
Field, The Gauldry
North of the Main Road
Path to Naughton Castle Descent from The Gauldry
Path to Naughton Castle
Descent from The Gauldry
Wheat, The Gauldry Over Main Road from the village, taken a few hours before it was harvested.
Wheat, The Gauldry
Over Main Road from the village, taken a few hours before it was harvested.
Path to Naughton Castle Gauldry to Norton Castle path in descent.
Path to Naughton Castle
Gauldry to Norton Castle path in descent.
Track over Scurr Hill Above Naughton, part of a network of paths around Balmerino.
Track over Scurr Hill
Above Naughton, part of a network of paths around Balmerino.
Track over Scurr Hill Followed out easily to Peacehill.
Track over Scurr Hill
Followed out easily to Peacehill.
Path over Scurr Hill Towards Balmerino.
Path over Scurr Hill
Towards Balmerino.
Scurr Hill Looking towards the summit. There is a path along the ridge but it requires getting past electric fences with those Slinky like openings.
Scurr Hill
Looking towards the summit. There is a path along the ridge but it requires getting past electric fences with those Slinky like openings.
Path of destruction A round bale has gone for a trundle, leaving a trail through a crop yet to be harvested. A good illustration of the dangers of these things.
Path of destruction
A round bale has gone for a trundle, leaving a trail through a crop yet to be harvested. A good illustration of the dangers of these things.
Road passing Dandies Wood A farm road leaving The Gauldry.
Road passing Dandies Wood
A farm road leaving The Gauldry.
Summit, Shambleton Hill A path runs through the broom, it is a part of a circuit from The Gauldry.
Summit, Shambleton Hill
A path runs through the broom, it is a part of a circuit from The Gauldry.
Woodland, Shambledon Hill
Woodland, Shambledon Hill
Path, The Gauldry From Shambleton Hill.
Path, The Gauldry
From Shambleton Hill.
View from Shambleton Hill Building on the south side of The Gauldry and the Firth of Tay.
View from Shambleton Hill
Building on the south side of The Gauldry and the Firth of Tay.
Remains of Balmerino Abbey The Cistercian abbey was founded in 1227 and suppressed at the Reformation.   Scheduled monument SM827: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/SM827" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/SM827">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> .
Remains of Balmerino Abbey
The Cistercian abbey was founded in 1227 and suppressed at the Reformation. Scheduled monument SM827: LinkExternal link .
Spanish chestnut in the grounds of Balmerino Abbey The aged and gnarled tree dates from about 1550 according to dendchronological measurements: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dendrochronology" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dendrochronology">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> .
Spanish chestnut in the grounds of Balmerino Abbey
The aged and gnarled tree dates from about 1550 according to dendchronological measurements: LinkExternal link .
Balmerino village scene The road to the left leads down to the water.   The yellow colour washed Bridgend House, despite being C-listed (LB2553 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/LB2553" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/LB2553">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> ) is derelict.
Balmerino village scene
The road to the left leads down to the water. The yellow colour washed Bridgend House, despite being C-listed (LB2553 LinkExternal link ) is derelict.
Springtime scene After a cold and wet March and earlier part of April in 2023, the trees are at last bursting into life in Balmerino on a beautiful spring day.    The C-listed (LB2555 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/LB2555" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/LB2555">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> ) stone bridge over an apparently unnamed burn dates from 1743.
Springtime scene
After a cold and wet March and earlier part of April in 2023, the trees are at last bursting into life in Balmerino on a beautiful spring day. The C-listed (LB2555 LinkExternal link ) stone bridge over an apparently unnamed burn dates from 1743.
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Battle Law is located at Grid Ref: NO3623 (Lat: 56.399171, Lng: -3.0368035)

Unitary Authority: Fife

Police Authority: Fife

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