Ringwood Hill

Hill, Mountain in Roxburghshire

Scotland

Ringwood Hill

River Teviot Upstream of Newmill, beside the A7
River Teviot Credit: Richard Webb

Ringwood Hill is a prominent hill located in the picturesque region of Roxburghshire, in the Scottish Borders area of Scotland. With an elevation of approximately 486 meters (1,595 feet), it stands as an impressive natural landmark in the area.

Situated near the village of Morebattle, Ringwood Hill offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. Its distinctive cone-shaped summit is covered in heather and grass, creating a beautiful and tranquil setting for visitors. The hill is part of the Cheviot Hills range, which forms a natural border between Scotland and England.

Access to Ringwood Hill is relatively easy, with several well-marked footpaths leading up to the summit. These paths are popular among hikers and nature enthusiasts, who can enjoy a moderate but rewarding climb to reach the top. The ascent provides an opportunity to observe the local flora and fauna, including various species of birds and wildflowers.

At the summit, visitors are rewarded with breathtaking vistas across the rolling hills and valleys of Roxburghshire, offering a true sense of the region's natural beauty. On clear days, it is even possible to catch a glimpse of the distant Cheviot Hills to the south.

Ringwood Hill is a must-visit destination for those seeking outdoor adventures or simply a peaceful retreat amidst the Scottish countryside. Its accessibility, stunning views, and diverse wildlife make it a favorite spot for locals and tourists alike.

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Ringwood Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.374563/-2.8601586 or Grid Reference NT4509. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

River Teviot Upstream of Newmill, beside the A7
River Teviot
Upstream of Newmill, beside the A7
Minor road along the Allan Water Beyond the Newmills fords, a very quiet road.
Minor road along the Allan Water
Beyond the Newmills fords, a very quiet road.
Allanhaugh A yellow road beside the Allan Water (Roxburghshire).
Allanhaugh
A yellow road beside the Allan Water (Roxburghshire).
Allan Water After several big spates in the preceding months.
Allan Water
After several big spates in the preceding months.
Allan Water Downstream view with evidence of recent spates.
Allan Water
Downstream view with evidence of recent spates.
Hill Head Rough grazing above the Allan Water.
Hill Head
Rough grazing above the Allan Water.
Scrubby hillside, Southfield Above the Allan Water
Scrubby hillside, Southfield
Above the Allan Water
Minor road, Southfield
Minor road, Southfield
Minor road beside Lochburn Plantation Looking north-westward.
Minor road beside Lochburn Plantation
Looking north-westward.
Minor road near to Lochburnfoot Looking north-westward.
Minor road near to Lochburnfoot
Looking north-westward.
Minor road beside Allan Water Looking north-westward in the direction of Newmill.
Minor road beside Allan Water
Looking north-westward in the direction of Newmill.
A7 towards Teviothead
A7 towards Teviothead
Farm entrance to Teindside
Farm entrance to Teindside
A7, Newmill The frame for an advertising sign remains in a field on the approach to Newmill in Teviotdale.
A7, Newmill
The frame for an advertising sign remains in a field on the approach to Newmill in Teviotdale.
Allan Water ford The road surface was appalling between the Allan Water ford and Teviot ford, almost certainly due to the severe flooding in December 2015 and January 2016.
Allan Water ford
The road surface was appalling between the Allan Water ford and Teviot ford, almost certainly due to the severe flooding in December 2015 and January 2016.
The A7 leaving Newmill
The A7 leaving Newmill
Woodland, Newmill Across the Teviot   from the A7.
Woodland, Newmill
Across the Teviot from the A7.
Newmill Ford This is the first of two fords in close proximity on the River Teviot at Newmill. A video of the ford can be seen at:
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Newmill Ford
This is the first of two fords in close proximity on the River Teviot at Newmill. A video of the ford can be seen at: LinkExternal link
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Ringwood Hill is located at Grid Ref: NT4509 (Lat: 55.374563, Lng: -2.8601586)

Unitary Authority: The Scottish Borders

Police Authority: The Lothians and Scottish Borders

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