Fairnilee Hill

Hill, Mountain in Selkirkshire

Scotland

Fairnilee Hill

Cottages on Yair estate On the road on the south side of the Yair Burn. — Cottages on Yair estate Credit: Jim Barton

Fairnilee Hill is a prominent natural feature located in Selkirkshire, Scotland. Situated near the village of Galashiels, it stands at an elevation of approximately 1,388 feet (423 meters) above sea level. This hill is part of the Southern Uplands range, which stretches across the border region between Scotland and England.

Fairnilee Hill boasts a distinct and picturesque landscape that is characteristic of the Southern Uplands. Covered in lush, green vegetation, the hill offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. From its summit, visitors can marvel at the sprawling valleys, meandering rivers, and rolling hills that define the region.

The hill is accessible via various footpaths and trails that wind through its slopes, making it a popular destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts. Its tranquil and serene ambiance provides a perfect retreat for those seeking solace in nature.

Fairnilee Hill is also known for its rich biodiversity. The hillside is home to a variety of plant species, including heather, gorse, and scattered patches of woodland. Wildlife such as rabbits, foxes, and a diverse range of bird species can be spotted in this area.

Historically, Fairnilee Hill has played a significant role in the region. It has been used for centuries as a strategic viewpoint due to its commanding position, offering a vantage point for surveillance and defense.

Overall, Fairnilee Hill is a captivating natural landmark in Selkirkshire, offering visitors a chance to immerse themselves in the beauty of the Scottish Borders.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 55.595882/-2.858981 or Grid Reference NT4533. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Cottages on Yair estate On the road on the south side of the Yair Burn.

Cottages on Yair estate

On the road on the south side of the Yair Burn.

The walled garden at Yair The garden showing some attractive autumn colours.

The walled garden at Yair

The garden showing some attractive autumn colours.

Track near Caddonfoot The track follows the south bank of the Tweed between Yair Bridge and Ashiestiel Bridge. Caddonfoot Parish Church is in view across the river.

Track near Caddonfoot

The track follows the south bank of the Tweed between Yair Bridge and Ashiestiel Bridge. Caddonfoot Parish Church is in view across the river.

A fly agaric mushroom (Amanita muscaria) This mushroom which is usually associated with birch and pine trees is one of the easiest species to recognise.

A fly agaric mushroom (Amanita muscaria)

This mushroom which is usually associated with birch and pine trees is one of the easiest species to recognise.

Glistening ink cap mushrooms (Coprinellus micaceus) This edible species is usually associated with dead tree stumps or buried wood. The photograph was taken in Lindinny Wood.

Glistening ink cap mushrooms (Coprinellus micaceus)

This edible species is usually associated with dead tree stumps or buried wood. The photograph was taken in Lindinny Wood.

Glistening ink cap mushrooms (Coprinellus micaceus) This edible species is usually associated with dead tree stumps or buried wood. The photograph was taken in Lindinny Wood.

Glistening ink cap mushrooms (Coprinellus micaceus)

This edible species is usually associated with dead tree stumps or buried wood. The photograph was taken in Lindinny Wood.

A forestry track in Howlands Plantation

A forestry track in Howlands Plantation

Southern Upland Way above Galashiels

Southern Upland Way above Galashiels

Southern Upland Way above Galashiels Passing a clearance cairn on the way to the Southern Upland Way cairn.

Southern Upland Way above Galashiels

Passing a clearance cairn on the way to the Southern Upland Way cairn.

Southern Upland Way Cairn A cairn built to celebrate the Southern Upland Way.

Southern Upland Way Cairn

A cairn built to celebrate the Southern Upland Way.

Southern Upland Way On a warm afternoon - westbound from the cairn.

Southern Upland Way

On a warm afternoon - westbound from the cairn.

Cattle, head of the Stannis Burn The heather is just beginning to bloom.

Cattle, head of the Stannis Burn

The heather is just beginning to bloom.

Clearance cairns A lot of stone was removed to win these fields

Clearance cairns

A lot of stone was removed to win these fields

Southern Upland Way, Hog Hill

Southern Upland Way, Hog Hill

Southern Upland Way, Hog Hill Before the plunge down to the Tweed.

Southern Upland Way, Hog Hill

Before the plunge down to the Tweed.

Hog Hill

Hog Hill

Drying grassland, Calfshaw The following six weeks were also dry, rains returned in September 2022.

Drying grassland, Calfshaw

The following six weeks were also dry, rains returned in September 2022.

Calfshaw View over Tweeddale from the Southern Upland Way.

Calfshaw

View over Tweeddale from the Southern Upland Way.

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Fairnilee Hill is located at Grid Ref: NT4533 (Lat: 55.595882, Lng: -2.858981)

Unitary Authority: The Scottish Borders

Police Authority: The Lothians and Scottish Borders

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