Castle Hill

Hill, Mountain in Angus

Scotland

Castle 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

Castle Hill is a prominent hill located in the county of Angus, Scotland. Rising to a height of approximately 238 meters (781 feet), it is often referred to as Castle Hill of Invergowrie due to its close proximity to the village of Invergowrie, which lies about three miles west of Dundee.

The hill is primarily composed of sandstone and offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding area. From its summit, visitors can enjoy breathtaking vistas of the River Tay, the Carse of Gowrie, and the city of Dundee. On clear days, it is even possible to see as far as the Sidlaw Hills and the Firth of Tay.

The name Castle Hill is derived from the remains of a 12th-century castle that once stood on its slopes. The castle, known as Invergowrie Castle, was built by William the Lion, King of Scots. Unfortunately, only fragments of the castle walls and earthworks now remain, with most of the structure having been lost to the passage of time and the elements.

Today, Castle Hill is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, hikers, and nature lovers. It offers well-maintained walking trails that wind their way through the surrounding woodland, providing an opportunity to observe local flora and fauna. The hill's accessibility and natural beauty make it a favored spot for picnicking, photography, and birdwatching.

Overall, Castle Hill in Angus is a captivating natural landmark that combines historical intrigue with stunning vistas, making it a must-visit destination for locals and tourists alike.

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Castle Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.698688/-3.0440135 or Grid Reference NO3656. 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.

Gordon Hatton

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.

Gordon Hatton

After the storm 2

One large tree over farm track.

Douglas Nelson

Clunehill Wood

Much of the woodland has now been cleared.

Oliver Dixon

Clunehill Wood

Much of the lower part of the wood has now been cleared.

Oliver Dixon

Confluence on Balloch Moss

Ditches draining this broad marshy area.

Oliver Dixon

Barns at East Balloch Farm

Oliver Dixon

Bridgend of Pearsie

Bungalow in the valley of the Quharity Burn. Airlie Memorial Tower NO3761 on the skyline.

Oliver Dixon

Bridgend of Balloch

Farm in the valley of the Quharity Burn. Just beyond the bridge (to the right, out of sight)) is Bridgend of Pearsie NO3558 : Bridgend of Pearsie. Nether Balgray Farm can be seen up the hillside.

Oliver Dixon