Bonlee Hill

Hill, Mountain in Aberdeenshire

Scotland

Bonlee Hill

Minor road towards Migvie Credit: Steven Brown

Bonlee Hill is a prominent hill located in Aberdeenshire, Scotland. Situated in the eastern part of the county, it forms part of the scenic landscape of the region. Standing at an elevation of approximately 315 meters (1,033 feet), it offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.

The hill is characterized by its gently sloping terrain, covered with heather, grasses, and scattered shrubs. It is primarily composed of granite, which is a common geological feature in this part of Scotland. Bonlee Hill is part of a larger range of hills known as the Grampian Mountains, which stretch across northeastern Scotland.

Access to Bonlee Hill is relatively easy, with several footpaths and trails leading to its summit. Hikers and outdoor enthusiasts frequent this area to enjoy the picturesque scenery and the tranquility of the surrounding nature. The hill is also a popular spot for birdwatching, as it attracts a variety of bird species, including red grouse, skylarks, and meadow pipits.

Historically, Bonlee Hill has played a significant role in the region's agriculture, with grazing livestock being a common sight on its slopes. The hill is also home to several ancient archaeological sites, such as cairns and stone circles, which offer insights into the area's rich cultural and historical heritage.

Overall, Bonlee Hill is a captivating natural landmark in Aberdeenshire, offering visitors a chance to immerse themselves in the breathtaking beauty of the Scottish countryside while exploring its diverse flora, fauna, and fascinating history.

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Bonlee Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.15243/-2.9818693 or Grid Reference NJ4007. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Minor road towards Migvie

Steven Brown

Rough track on Craig Glas

Steven Brown

A97 near Witchock Loch

Steven Brown

Fields with trees south-west of A97

Agricultural land sweeps away from the A97 towards a distant mountain which is Morven.

Trevor Littlewood

Pittentaggart fields

Morven in the first white coat of winter lies behind the farmland.

Alan Reid

View of Cromar from side of Morven

Winter morning view of Cromar valley, taken from Morven.

The Fergs

Hill of Allamuc

Looking North over the North eastern slopes of Hill of Allamuc.

Keith Grinsted

Craig Walgan

Looking North West from below the Northern summit of Craig Walgan. Looking through the gap, Bad an Teachdaire can be seen behind Ardan Breac.

Keith Grinsted

Bonlee Hill

Looking North East from the track descending Hill of Allamuc with Bonlee Hill on the left. The track descends across the saddle to the right into Balronald Wood.

Keith Grinsted

Burn of Badanseaneach

Looking East across the Burn of Badanseaneach towards the saddle between Bonlee Hill and Hill of Allamuc. The track continues down into Balronald Wood. The track also runs alongside the wood South of Bonlee Hill but this track can easily be missed.

Keith Grinsted

Blue Cairn of Ladieswell (1)

This Recumbent Stone Circle is distinguished by having a large cairn inside it, and by having a full complement of orthostats interdigitated with the kerbstones of the cairn. Unfortunately the whole things is so overgrown that it is all but impossible to identify the stones. This is the approach to the cairn from the north-east, with one small identifiable orthostat in the foreground. See Link

for more details. NJ4106 : Blue Cairn of Ladieswell (2)

Anne Burgess

Blue Cairn of Ladieswell (2)

The centre of the cairn was excavated in the 19th century, leaving some holes among the stones that do not reflect its original shape. See Link

for more details. NJ4106 : Blue Cairn of Ladieswell (3)

Anne Burgess

Blue Cairn of Ladieswell (3)

This large stone is what enables archaeologists to classify the Blue Cairn as a Recumbent Stone Circle, as it is plainly a recumbent. See Link

for more details. NJ4106 : Blue Cairn of Ladieswell (4)

Anne Burgess

Blue Cairn of Ladieswell (4)

The stone at upper left is the recumbent, and the stone nearest the camera is the largest surviving orthostat, lying at a shallow angle. See Link

for more details. NJ4106 : Blue Cairn of Ladieswell (5)

Anne Burgess

Blue Cairn of Ladieswell (5)

The large moss-covered stone is probably a fallen orthostat, and there are probably kerbstones and further orthostats beyond it, but they are so covered by vegetation that it is difficult to know. See Link

for more details. NJ4106 : Blue Cairn of Ladieswell (6)

Anne Burgess