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The Socach

Hill, Mountain in Aberdeenshire

Scotland

The Socach

One of the many tracks that lead to and from Pressendye
One of the many tracks that lead to and from Pressendye Credit: thejackrustles

The Socach, located in Aberdeenshire, Scotland, is a prominent hill or mountain with an elevation of approximately 909 meters (2,982 feet). It forms part of the Cairngorms range, a well-known mountainous area in the eastern Highlands of Scotland.

The Socach is characterized by its distinctive rounded shape, covered in heather and grass, while its summit offers breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. It is a popular destination for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts, known for its challenging yet rewarding trails.

The hill is accessible via several routes, with one of the most common starting points being the Glen Clunie car park. From there, hikers can follow a well-marked path that gradually ascends through a mixture of open moorland and rocky terrain. The route can be demanding, particularly in adverse weather conditions, but it rewards climbers with stunning vistas over the surrounding peaks and glens.

Wildlife is abundant in the area, and visitors may encounter various species of birds, including ptarmigans and golden eagles, as well as mountain hares and deer. The Socach also boasts a diverse range of plant life, with heather, mosses, and mountain avens dotting the landscape.

Overall, the Socach in Aberdeenshire is a captivating and challenging hill/mountain that offers outdoor enthusiasts an opportunity to connect with nature, witness breathtaking views, and experience the rugged beauty of the Scottish Highlands.

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The Socach Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.179175/-2.8592621 or Grid Reference NJ4810. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

One of the many tracks that lead to and from Pressendye
One of the many tracks that lead to and from Pressendye
Views descending from Pressendye
Views descending from Pressendye
Track through woods to Pressendye
Track through woods to Pressendye
Track through heather to Pressendye
Track through heather to Pressendye
Following the fenceline to Pressendye
Following the fenceline to Pressendye
Pressendye Trig Point Flush Bracket S8710
Pressendye Trig Point Flush Bracket S8710
Pressendye Trig Point Flush Bracket S8710 and Robbie
Pressendye Trig Point Flush Bracket S8710 and Robbie
Pressendyne Cairn
Pressendyne Cairn
Descent from Pressendyne
Descent from Pressendyne
Track through the woods on the descent from Pressendyne
Track through the woods on the descent from Pressendyne
Forestry track, Black Howe
Forestry track, Black Howe
Moorland path, Broom Hill
Moorland path, Broom Hill
Moorland path, Pressendye
Moorland path, Pressendye
Northern heathery slopes of Pressendye
Northern heathery slopes of Pressendye
Trig point atop Pressendye
Trig point atop Pressendye
Summit of Broom Hill In 2010, Mark Jackson further expanded the HuMPS and compiled the TuMPs (Thirty and upwards Metre Prominence), a list of all hills in Britain having a prominence above 30 m (98 ft)
Summit of Broom Hill
In 2010, Mark Jackson further expanded the HuMPS and compiled the TuMPs (Thirty and upwards Metre Prominence), a list of all hills in Britain having a prominence above 30 m (98 ft)
Heather moorland of summit of Broom Hill Heather is seen flowering near its peak on the summit of Broom Hill. The heather cover continues to the east where Pressendye is the dome at the left side of the image.
Heather moorland of summit of Broom Hill
Heather is seen flowering near its peak on the summit of Broom Hill. The heather cover continues to the east where Pressendye is the dome at the left side of the image.
Heather moor with pool east of Broom Hill Close to the lowest point between Broom Hill and Pressendye lies the pool in this image. The pool is small but surely large enough to be marked on maps at the 1:25 000 scale, and yet it isn't. The distant, conical mountain right of centre is Morven.
Heather moor with pool east of Broom Hill
Close to the lowest point between Broom Hill and Pressendye lies the pool in this image. The pool is small but surely large enough to be marked on maps at the 1:25 000 scale, and yet it isn't. The distant, conical mountain right of centre is Morven.
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The Socach is located at Grid Ref: NJ4810 (Lat: 57.179175, Lng: -2.8592621)

Unitary Authority: Aberdeenshire

Police Authority: North East

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