Roehill

Hill, Mountain in Banffshire

Scotland

Roehill

Triangulation Pillar S7254 at Hill of Grange
Triangulation Pillar S7254 at Hill of Grange Credit: Peter Wood

Roehill is a prominent hill located in the Banffshire region of Scotland. Situated in the northeastern part of the country, Roehill is characterized by its rugged terrain and breathtaking natural beauty. With an elevation of approximately 590 meters (1,936 feet), it stands as a notable landmark in the area.

The hill is part of the larger Grampian Mountains, which span across the Scottish Highlands. Roehill boasts stunning panoramic views, offering visitors a glimpse of the surrounding picturesque landscapes. On clear days, one can see the sparkling waters of the North Sea in the distance, contrasting with the lush greenery that blankets the lower slopes.

The ascent to Roehill can be challenging, as the terrain is steep and rocky in some sections. However, hikers are rewarded for their efforts with breathtaking vistas at the summit. The hill is a popular destination among outdoor enthusiasts, who are drawn to its natural splendor and the tranquility it offers.

Roehill is also home to a diverse range of flora and fauna. The hill's slopes are covered in heather, providing a vibrant purple hue to the landscape during the flowering season. Various bird species, including red grouse and golden eagles, can be spotted soaring through the skies above.

Overall, Roehill is a remarkable natural landmark in Banffshire, offering visitors an opportunity to immerse themselves in the beauty of Scotland's rugged countryside. Whether it's for a challenging hike or simply to enjoy the stunning vistas, Roehill is a must-visit destination for nature enthusiasts and adventurers alike.

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Triangulation Pillar S7254 at Hill of Grange
Triangulation Pillar S7254 at Hill of Grange
Grange Crossroads The B9018 Cullen to Keith road.
Grange Crossroads
The B9018 Cullen to Keith road.
Cattle in the Glen of Newmill There was certainly a large variety of plants for the cattle to eat in the scrubby grassland beside the Garral Burn.
Cattle in the Glen of Newmill
There was certainly a large variety of plants for the cattle to eat in the scrubby grassland beside the Garral Burn.
Garral Hill Garral Hill is the low hill on the far side of the Glen of Newmill. Its summit, if it can be so described, is 234 metres above sea level (767 feet for those who prefer Imperial measurements.)
Garral Hill
Garral Hill is the low hill on the far side of the Glen of Newmill. Its summit, if it can be so described, is 234 metres above sea level (767 feet for those who prefer Imperial measurements.)
Garralburn Some of the old maps name these ruins as Garralburn, though there is another croft of the same name on the other side of the Garral Burn, about a kilometre (half a mile) east of here.
Garralburn
Some of the old maps name these ruins as Garralburn, though there is another croft of the same name on the other side of the Garral Burn, about a kilometre (half a mile) east of here.
Autumnal Shades Bright pink Rosebay and scarlet rowan berries herald the approach of autumn.
Autumnal Shades
Bright pink Rosebay and scarlet rowan berries herald the approach of autumn.
Storm Damage Presumably the aftermath of last November's Storm Arwen.
Storm Damage
Presumably the aftermath of last November's Storm Arwen.
Roehill Looking across the Burn of Aultmore to the houses at Roehill.
Roehill
Looking across the Burn of Aultmore to the houses at Roehill.
Garral Burn Looking upstream from the road bridge just before the burn joins the Burn of Aultmore.
Garral Burn
Looking upstream from the road bridge just before the burn joins the Burn of Aultmore.
An Improvised Greenhouse Did the sunflower seed itself, or was it put there in a pot?
An Improvised Greenhouse
Did the sunflower seed itself, or was it put there in a pot?
Fields of Sheep The sheep in the foreground field are tups of various breeds, waiting to be let loose among the ewes, of which there are plenty in nearby fields.
Fields of Sheep
The sheep in the foreground field are tups of various breeds, waiting to be let loose among the ewes, of which there are plenty in nearby fields.
Corn Sow-thistle (Sonchus arvensis) These showy flowers, also known as Perennial Sow-thistle, line the roadside here in late summer and early autumn.
Corn Sow-thistle (Sonchus arvensis)
These showy flowers, also known as Perennial Sow-thistle, line the roadside here in late summer and early autumn.
Bush Vetch (Vicia sepium) A few late flowers on the roadside verge.
Bush Vetch (Vicia sepium)
A few late flowers on the roadside verge.
Road looking northeast
Road looking northeast
Reservoir An easily recognisable feature of the landscape.
Reservoir
An easily recognisable feature of the landscape.
Glen of Newmill Schoolhouse It's not clear when the school was built, though it is shown on the first edition of the Ordnance Survey six-inch map, surveyed in the 1860s, or why it incorporates finials in the shape of crosses, because as far as I an aware it was never a kirk, but it was still in use until the 1960s.
Glen of Newmill Schoolhouse
It's not clear when the school was built, though it is shown on the first edition of the Ordnance Survey six-inch map, surveyed in the 1860s, or why it incorporates finials in the shape of crosses, because as far as I an aware it was never a kirk, but it was still in use until the 1960s.
New House Another of the many new houses, with fashionable glazed gables, that are appearing all over the district since rules about building on greenfield sites have been relaxed.
New House
Another of the many new houses, with fashionable glazed gables, that are appearing all over the district since rules about building on greenfield sites have been relaxed.
New House Since rules were relaxed to allow building on greenfield sites, numerous new houses have appeared.
New House
Since rules were relaxed to allow building on greenfield sites, numerous new houses have appeared.
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Roehill is located at Grid Ref: NJ4654 (Lat: 57.580535, Lng: -2.9036381)

Unitary Authority: Moray

Police Authority: North East

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