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Hill of Milton

Hill, Mountain in Angus

Scotland

Hill of Milton

Cottages at Tarfside Stone built cottages at the little village of Tarfside, the largest community in Glen Esk.
Cottages at Tarfside Credit: Gordon Hatton

Hill of Milton is a prominent geographical feature located in the Angus region of Scotland. It is classified as a hill, rather than a mountain, due to its elevation reaching 337 meters (1,106 feet) above sea level. The hill is situated near the village of Milton, which lies approximately 7 kilometers (4.3 miles) northwest of Montrose.

Hill of Milton offers panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, including the picturesque Montrose Basin, which is a designated nature reserve. The summit of the hill provides a vantage point for observing a variety of bird species that inhabit the wetlands and estuary below.

The hill is predominantly covered in heather and grass, with scattered patches of woodland along its slopes. Its gentle gradient makes it accessible to hikers of all levels, and a well-defined path leads to the top. As a result, Hill of Milton is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts looking to enjoy a leisurely walk or hike in the Angus countryside.

In addition to its natural beauty, the hill has historical significance. It is believed to have been the site of an Iron Age hillfort, although there is little evidence remaining of any ancient structures. Nevertheless, the hill's historical associations add an extra layer of intrigue to its appeal.

Overall, Hill of Milton is a captivating landmark that offers stunning views, diverse wildlife, and a touch of history to those who venture to its summit.

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Hill of Milton Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.91094/-2.8649299 or Grid Reference NO4780. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Cottages at Tarfside Stone built cottages at the little village of Tarfside, the largest community in Glen Esk.
Cottages at Tarfside
Stone built cottages at the little village of Tarfside, the largest community in Glen Esk.
Looking towards Hill of Rowan Grouse butts visible on the right but the map shows field system and hut circles that are not immediately visible.
Looking towards Hill of Rowan
Grouse butts visible on the right but the map shows field system and hut circles that are not immediately visible.
St. Drostan's Episcopal Church St. Drostan's Episcopal Church in Tarfside, Glen Esk.
St. Drostan's Episcopal Church
St. Drostan's Episcopal Church in Tarfside, Glen Esk.
Track to the Hill of Rowan The track leading west from Tarfside with the Hill of Rowan and the monument on its summit on the left.
Track to the Hill of Rowan
The track leading west from Tarfside with the Hill of Rowan and the monument on its summit on the left.
Maule Memorial The monument on the summit of the Hill of Rowan viewed from the south-east.
Maule Memorial
The monument on the summit of the Hill of Rowan viewed from the south-east.
Old Track in Glen Esk Grassy path amongst the old field systems in the upper reaches of Glen Esk.
Old Track in Glen Esk
Grassy path amongst the old field systems in the upper reaches of Glen Esk.
Track through the birches Track heading through Silver Birch near the road up Glen Esk.
Track through the birches
Track heading through Silver Birch near the road up Glen Esk.
The Glen Esk road The undulating minor road up Glen Esk near West Migvie.
The Glen Esk road
The undulating minor road up Glen Esk near West Migvie.
Grazing Field Grazing field by the road to Tarfside
Grazing Field
Grazing field by the road to Tarfside
Old milestone This is one of several stones surviving on a very minor road which turns off the B966 north of Edzell, goes along Glen Esk on the north side of the River North Esk to end at Invermark Lodge. I 4 can just be made out on the left face with E 12 on the right. This stone is near Tarfside
Old milestone
This is one of several stones surviving on a very minor road which turns off the B966 north of Edzell, goes along Glen Esk on the north side of the River North Esk to end at Invermark Lodge. I 4 can just be made out on the left face with E 12 on the right. This stone is near Tarfside
Village hall, Tarfside
Village hall, Tarfside
Water of Tarf at Tarfside
Water of Tarf at Tarfside
St Drostan's, Tarfside Saint Drostan (also sometimes spelled as Drustan, Dustan or Throstan) lived, very approximately, from 560 to 630. He was a follower of Saint Columba who was active in Aberdeenshire. The first church in Glen Esk near Loch Lee is said to have been established in the early 600s. The church here was built in 1879 by Lord Forbes in memory of his brother Alexander Penrose Forbes, Bishop of Brechin, who had died in 1875. <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.undiscoveredscotland.co.uk/tarfside/stdrostans/index.html" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.undiscoveredscotland.co.uk/tarfside/stdrostans/index.html">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
St Drostan's, Tarfside
Saint Drostan (also sometimes spelled as Drustan, Dustan or Throstan) lived, very approximately, from 560 to 630. He was a follower of Saint Columba who was active in Aberdeenshire. The first church in Glen Esk near Loch Lee is said to have been established in the early 600s. The church here was built in 1879 by Lord Forbes in memory of his brother Alexander Penrose Forbes, Bishop of Brechin, who had died in 1875. LinkExternal link
Track west of Tarfside
Track west of Tarfside
Track to Hill of Rowan
Track to Hill of Rowan
Cairns and old walls east of Hill of Rowan
Cairns and old walls east of Hill of Rowan
Cairn below Hill of Rowan
Cairn below Hill of Rowan
Ancient fields near Burn of Rowan
Ancient fields near Burn of Rowan
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Hill of Milton is located at Grid Ref: NO4780 (Lat: 56.91094, Lng: -2.8649299)

Unitary Authority: Angus

Police Authority: Tayside

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