Cockplay Hill

Hill, Mountain in Roxburghshire

Scotland

Cockplay Hill

Rough grazing on Geordie's Hill This is near the summit of the hill looking over to Stob Fell. — Rough grazing on Geordie's Hill Credit: Walter Baxter

Cockplay Hill, located in Roxburghshire, Scotland, is a prominent hill/mountain that stands at an elevation of 375 meters (1,230 feet) above sea level. Situated near the village of Newcastleton, it is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, nature lovers, and hikers.

The hill boasts stunning panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, including the picturesque Liddesdale Valley and the Cheviot Hills to the south. On a clear day, visitors can even catch a glimpse of the Scottish borders and the Northumberland National Park in England. The diverse landscape of Cockplay Hill ranges from heather-clad slopes to rocky outcrops, providing a varied and challenging terrain for those looking to explore.

The hill is easily accessible via well-marked footpaths, making it an ideal spot for a leisurely stroll or a more adventurous hike. It is also a popular location for birdwatching, with a wide range of bird species calling the area home, including buzzards, kestrels, and peregrine falcons. Additionally, Cockplay Hill is home to an abundance of wildlife, including hares, rabbits, and roe deer.

Surrounded by natural beauty and offering a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life, Cockplay Hill is a must-visit destination for anyone seeking to immerse themselves in the stunning Scottish countryside. Whether you are an avid hiker, a nature enthusiast, or simply looking for a peaceful retreat, Cockplay Hill has something to offer to all who venture to its summit.

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Cockplay Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.248208/-2.8818561 or Grid Reference NY4495. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Rough grazing on Geordie's Hill

This is near the summit of the hill looking over to Stob Fell.

Walter Baxter

A building at Twislehope Hope

This former shepherd’s cottage by the Twislehope Burn is now used as a storage building by the local farmer.

Walter Baxter

An old building at Twislehope Hope

This former shepherd’s cottage by the Twislehope Burn is now used as a storage building by the local farmer. For a wider view of the building, see NY4395 : A building at Twislehope Hope.

Walter Baxter

A detail on the building at Twislehope Hope

A rusting cast iron hopper head on the right is the remnant of a rain water downpipe system while the cast iron pipe on the left is a vent pipe that would have served a toilet. This former shepherd’s cottage is now used as a storage building by the local farmer. For a wider view of the building, see NY4395 : A building at Twislehope Hope.

Walter Baxter

A building at Twislehope Hope

This former shepherd’s cottage by the Twislehope Burn is now used as a storage building by the local farmer. For a wider view of the building, see NY4395 : A building at Twislehope Hope.

Walter Baxter

A timber safe lintel at Twislehope Hope

In old traditional stone-built buildings timber lintels were often used behind an outer stone lintel to support stonework over door and window openings. Sometimes these wooden beams are riddled with woodworm and can look anything but safe. For a view of the building by the Twislehope Burn, see NY4395 : A building at Twislehope Hope.

Walter Baxter

Guile Sike

Sheep are grazing on the lower western slopes of Dog Knowe at Guile Sike. The two fir trees are an unusual sight in an area of rounded grassy hills.

Walter Baxter

Dog Knowe

The photographer is at the 365m summit of this small hill above Twislehope Hope with Din Fell in the background centre right. The hills in this area are grazed by sheep.

Walter Baxter

Geordie's Hill

This is at the summit area of the hill looking over to Tudhope Hill.

Walter Baxter

Field beside the Twislehope Burn

The field is on the foot of the east ridge of Geordie's Hill and has according to OS mapping an ancient settlement within, or partly within it. Cockplay Hill lies at the left side of the image in the valley of the Twislehope Burn.

Trevor Littlewood

Slope north of Haregrain Rig

A view north-west from an estate road on Haregrain Rig has the deeply shadowed valley of Caulker Grain at the left side of the image with Ewe Hill rising above it to the right.

Trevor Littlewood