Carrot Hill

Hill, Mountain in Angus

Scotland

Carrot Hill

Fence-lined minor road near to West Happas Looking south-westward.
Fence-lined minor road near to West Happas Credit: Peter Wood

Carrot Hill is a prominent hill located in the county of Angus, Scotland. Rising to an elevation of 365 meters (1,198 feet), it is often referred to as Carrot Hill due to its distinctive shape resembling a carrot when viewed from certain angles.

Situated approximately 8 kilometers (5 miles) northeast of the town of Kirriemuir, Carrot Hill is part of the Angus Glens, a range of hills and mountains that form a natural boundary between Angus and the neighboring counties of Aberdeenshire and Perthshire.

Carrot Hill offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding landscape, including the picturesque Strathmore Valley, the Grampian Mountains, and the nearby hills of the Angus Glens. On clear days, it is even possible to see as far as the North Sea coastline from the summit.

The hill is a popular destination for hikers, nature enthusiasts, and outdoor adventurers. Several walking trails lead to the summit, providing visitors with an opportunity to explore the diverse flora and fauna of the area. The ascent can be challenging, particularly in inclement weather, so proper hiking gear and precautions are recommended.

Carrot Hill is also known for its historical significance, with traces of ancient settlements and burial sites discovered in the surrounding area. These archaeological findings provide insights into the early human habitation of the region and attract researchers and historians interested in the area's past.

Overall, Carrot Hill is a remarkable natural landmark offering stunning views, outdoor recreational opportunities, and a glimpse into the rich history of Angus, Scotland.

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Carrot Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.550618/-2.8815148 or Grid Reference NO4540. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Fence-lined minor road near to West Happas Looking south-westward.
Fence-lined minor road near to West Happas
Looking south-westward.
Fence-lined minor road near to North, South, East and West Happas Looking north-eastward.
Fence-lined minor road near to North, South, East and West Happas
Looking north-eastward.
Minor road near to East Happas Looking north-eastward.
Minor road near to East Happas
Looking north-eastward.
Water-logged minor road between Newton and Hatton Looking north-eastward. The result of several hours of heavy rain.
Water-logged minor road between Newton and Hatton
Looking north-eastward. The result of several hours of heavy rain.
Track between arable fields giving access to Labothie Looking north-eastward.
Track between arable fields giving access to Labothie
Looking north-eastward.
Chapel Road at Lady Park, Carrot Hill Looking north-eastward.
Chapel Road at Lady Park, Carrot Hill
Looking north-eastward.
Footpath through the heather at Lady Park, Carrot Hill Looking south-westward
Footpath through the heather at Lady Park, Carrot Hill
Looking south-westward
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark This mark can be found on a stone that forms the track side wall near to Carrot Hill.
The recorded details give a height of 221.3751 metres above sea level.
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Ordnance Survey Cut Mark
This mark can be found on a stone that forms the track side wall near to Carrot Hill. The recorded details give a height of 221.3751 metres above sea level. For more detail see : LinkExternal link
Road leading to Greenburn near Carrot Hill
Road leading to Greenburn near Carrot Hill
A start to the harvest A swathe of barley has been safely gathered in despite the recent bad weather
A start to the harvest
A swathe of barley has been safely gathered in despite the recent bad weather
Farmland at Happas
Farmland at Happas
Minor road at Happas
Minor road at Happas
Farmland near Happas
Farmland near Happas
Minor road near Happas
Minor road near Happas
Makeshift Windbreak on Carrot Hill
Makeshift Windbreak on Carrot Hill
Trig Point on Carrot Hill
Trig Point on Carrot Hill
Woodland at Carrot Hill
Woodland at Carrot Hill
Newton Farm
Newton Farm
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Carrot Hill is located at Grid Ref: NO4540 (Lat: 56.550618, Lng: -2.8815148)

Unitary Authority: Angus

Police Authority: Tayside

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Located within 500m of 56.550618,-2.8815148
Carrot Hill Viewpoint
Tourism: viewpoint
Lat/Long: 56.5505415/-2.8816614
Carrot Hill
Ele: 259
Natural: peak
Lat/Long: 56.550572/-2.881628
Man Made: survey_point
Lat/Long: 56.5505753/-2.8816279
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