Gala Hill

Hill, Mountain in Selkirkshire

Scotland

Gala Hill

Artwork on a building in Channel Street, Galashiels The façade of the building above the Why not? café and craft shop at 50 Channel Street has been given a facelift with silhouette images of the Braw Lad and Lass during the Gala Day festival being the main feature on the wall. The work was organised by the Energise Galashiels Trust who secured funding for the project. — Artwork on a building in Channel Street, Galashiels Credit: Walter Baxter

Gala Hill is a prominent hill located in Selkirkshire, Scotland. Situated near the town of Galashiels, it is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. With an elevation of approximately 343 meters (1,125 feet), it is not classified as a mountain but rather as a hill.

The hill is easily accessible and can be reached via various walking trails and paths, making it a great spot for hikers and walkers of all levels of experience. The routes to the summit are well-maintained and offer a range of different terrains, from gentle slopes to steeper sections, providing a diverse and enjoyable hiking experience.

At the top of Gala Hill, visitors are rewarded with breathtaking vistas that stretch as far as the eye can see. On clear days, it is possible to see the rolling hills of the Scottish Borders, the Tweed Valley, and even the distant peaks of the Southern Uplands. The summit also provides an excellent vantage point for observing local wildlife, such as birds of prey and deer.

Gala Hill is steeped in history and folklore, with ancient ruins and archaeological sites scattered across its slopes. It is believed that the hill was once home to an Iron Age hillfort, evidence of which can still be seen today. Additionally, the hill has been associated with various legends and tales, adding to its allure and mystique.

Overall, Gala Hill offers a memorable outdoor experience for nature lovers and history enthusiasts alike. Its accessibility, stunning views, and rich heritage make it a must-visit destination in Selkirkshire.

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Gala Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.605614/-2.8073373 or Grid Reference NT4934. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Artwork on a building in Channel Street, Galashiels

The façade of the building above the Why not? café and craft shop at 50 Channel Street has been given a facelift with silhouette images of the Braw Lad and Lass during the Gala Day festival being the main feature on the wall. The work was organised by the Energise Galashiels Trust who secured funding for the project.

Walter Baxter

Artwork on a building in Channel Street, Galashiels

Walter Baxter

Section of mill lade

With turbine components driven by water from the lade. The mill was still in use in 1968 with the turbine still supplying power for the machinery.

Russel Wills

Great Tapestry of Scotland, Galashiels

The new building on Channel Street that houses the Great Tapestry of Scotland was opened to the public on 26th August. It contains a cafe, gift shop and a free exhibition as well as the 160 panels of the tapestry made by a team of 1000 stitchers from across Scotland - see Link

for more details. Compare with NT4936 : New building for the Great Tapestry of Scotland, Galashiels (4) showing the building during construction in January 2020.

Jim Barton

Entrance to the Great Tapestry of Scotland, Galashiels

for more details. Compare with NT4936 : New building for the Great Tapestry of Scotland, Galashiels (4) showing the building during construction in January 2020.

Jim Barton

Flower beds and Covid posters, Galashiels

NHS Scotland posters and the flower beds on Bank Street.

Jim Barton

Backlit cherry tree leaves

The leaves on an upright cherry tree in my garden turn to glorious yellow and red shades in the autumn.

Walter Baxter

A wood mouse (Apodemus sylveticus)

This wood mouse is peeping out from a weep hole in a brick wall in my back yard. When I put out sultanas for the birds it often appears from the wall.

Walter Baxter

The Great Tapestry of Scotland building in Galashiels

The Great Tapestry of Scotland is located at 14-20 High Street in a new purpose-built gallery and visitor centre. The tapestry was hand stitched by over 1000 people in communities across Scotland, creating 160 linen panels depicting episodes of Scottish history as advised by the historian Alistair Moffat.

Walter Baxter

Inside the Great Tapestry of Scotland building in Galashiels

The tapestry was hand stitched by over 1000 people in communities across Scotland, creating 160 linen panels depicting episodes of Scottish history as advised by the historian Alistair Moffat. For an external view of the building, see NT4936 : The Great Tapestry of Scotland building in Galashiels.

Walter Baxter