Airdit Hill

Hill, Mountain in Fife

Scotland

Airdit Hill

Green lane, Craigsanquhar
Green lane, Craigsanquhar Credit: Richard Webb

Airdit Hill is a prominent feature located in the region of Fife, Scotland. As the name suggests, it is primarily characterized as a hill, although some refer to it as a mountain due to its significant elevation. The hill stands at an approximate height of 225 meters (738 feet) above sea level, making it a notable landmark in the area.

Situated in the parish of Creich, Airdit Hill offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, making it a popular destination for hikers, nature enthusiasts, and photographers. Its location provides a picturesque vista of Fife's rolling hills, farmland, and distant views of the Firth of Forth.

Airdit Hill is covered in lush green vegetation, featuring a mixture of grasses, heather, and various wildflowers, adding to its natural beauty. The diverse flora attracts an array of wildlife, including birds, insects, and small mammals, making it an ideal spot for birdwatching and wildlife observation.

The hill is easily accessible through various footpaths and trails, allowing visitors to explore its slopes and reach its summit. At the top, a trig point can be found, providing a reference point for mapping and surveying purposes.

Airdit Hill holds historical significance as well, with evidence of prehistoric settlements and ancient burial sites in the vicinity. These remnants hint at the hill's long-standing connection with human activity and the importance it held in the lives of early settlers.

Overall, Airdit Hill's combination of natural beauty, breathtaking views, and historical significance make it a beloved landmark in Fife, attracting both locals and tourists alike.

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Airdit Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.36879/-2.9602791 or Grid Reference NO4020. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Green lane, Craigsanquhar
Green lane, Craigsanquhar
Hedge, Craigsanquhar It is common now to see hedges retained, but a big gap made at the end to get the machinery through.
Hedge, Craigsanquhar
It is common now to see hedges retained, but a big gap made at the end to get the machinery through.
Quarry above Pitcullo
Quarry above Pitcullo
Ruin, Craigfoodie Below Craigfoodie Hill. A curling pond is shown here on an 1893 6" map.
Ruin, Craigfoodie
Below Craigfoodie Hill. A curling pond is shown here on an 1893 6" map.
Craiglug Crag on the south top of Craigfoodie Hill.
Craiglug
Crag on the south top of Craigfoodie Hill.
Farm track by Logie Taken looking due West. Once this route would have been more frequently used as it’s the direct route between the Rathillet area and the market town of St Andrews  but now it’s just a farm road.
Farm track by Logie
Taken looking due West. Once this route would have been more frequently used as it’s the direct route between the Rathillet area and the market town of St Andrews but now it’s just a farm road.
Forret Hill An eastern view from Forret Hill, with a tree-covered Aidit Hill visible in the distance.
Forret Hill
An eastern view from Forret Hill, with a tree-covered Aidit Hill visible in the distance.
Farmland near Forret Mill Arable farmland west of Forret Mill, viewed in early July 2012 in a prolonged period of wet weather, with visibility limited by low-lying cloud. The place name "Forret", (which also occurs in nearby Easter/Wester Forret, and Torr Forret) is believed to be derived from the personal name Ferat.
Farmland near Forret Mill
Arable farmland west of Forret Mill, viewed in early July 2012 in a prolonged period of wet weather, with visibility limited by low-lying cloud. The place name "Forret", (which also occurs in nearby Easter/Wester Forret, and Torr Forret) is believed to be derived from the personal name Ferat.
Forret Hill A whin covered steep slope above arable land.
Forret Hill
A whin covered steep slope above arable land.
Forret hill and NE Fife From the slopes between Logie and Easter Forret, across Kilmany and Round Hill, towards Perthshire
Forret hill and NE Fife
From the slopes between Logie and Easter Forret, across Kilmany and Round Hill, towards Perthshire
Easter Forret
Easter Forret
Cattle drink, Forret Hill
Cattle drink, Forret Hill
Forret Hill Grazed by cattle.
Forret Hill
Grazed by cattle.
Summit, Forret Hill
Summit, Forret Hill
Pasture, Forret Hill A C-130 descends to Leuchars.
Pasture, Forret Hill
A C-130 descends to Leuchars.
Storm Arwen casualty on Lucklaw Hill Recent damage from Storm Arwen (Friday November 26th).
Storm Arwen casualty on Lucklaw Hill
Recent damage from Storm Arwen (Friday November 26th).
Pitcullo castle Pitcullo Castle. Beautifully restored L plan tower house from the late 1500’s. Originally home to the Pitcairn family.
Pitcullo castle
Pitcullo Castle. Beautifully restored L plan tower house from the late 1500’s. Originally home to the Pitcairn family.
Whins, plantation and a track by Logie An area of hill grazing near to Logie. Looking due south from the Eastern subsidiary summit of Forret hill c.150mts  AMSL.
Whins, plantation and a track by Logie
An area of hill grazing near to Logie. Looking due south from the Eastern subsidiary summit of Forret hill c.150mts AMSL.
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Airdit Hill is located at Grid Ref: NO4020 (Lat: 56.36879, Lng: -2.9602791)

Unitary Authority: Fife

Police Authority: Fife

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 56.36879,-2.9602791
Airdit Hill
Ele: 157
Natural: peak
Lat/Long: 56.3688993/-2.9602764
Booth: K6
Covered: booth
Disused Amenity: telephone
Listed Status: Category B
Man Made: telephone_box
Lat/Long: 56.3716068/-2.965461
Post Box
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 09:00; Sa 07:00
Manufacturer: Carronade
Operator: Royal Mail
Post Box Mounting: pier
Post Box Type: lamp
Ref: KY15 386D
Royal Cypher: scottish_crown
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 56.3716253/-2.965453
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 56.3717019/-2.9545865
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 56.3687468/-2.9530831
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 56.3682239/-2.953171
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 56.3675902/-2.9531309
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 56.3669201/-2.9534223
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 56.3663523/-2.9535446
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