Castle Hill

Hill, Mountain in Angus

Scotland

Castle Hill

Snowdrops at Burnside If I am anywhere near here in February, I always make the detour to admire the carpet of snowdrops near the road at Burnside. It's one of best displays I know of.
Snowdrops at Burnside Credit: Anne Burgess

Castle Hill is a prominent and historic landmark located in the county of Angus, Scotland. Rising to an elevation of approximately 160 meters (525 feet), this hill is situated in the town of Dundee, overlooking the picturesque River Tay. Castle Hill gets its name from the ruins of an ancient fortification that once stood atop its summit.

The hill itself is a prominent feature of the local landscape, with its distinct conical shape and verdant slopes. It has long been a popular destination for locals and tourists alike, offering stunning panoramic views of the surrounding area. On clear days, visitors can enjoy vistas of the city of Dundee, the River Tay, and even glimpse the distant hills of Fife.

The remains of the castle on Castle Hill are believed to date back to the Iron Age, with evidence of human activity on the site dating as far back as 5000 BC. The fortification, known as Dundee Law, was an important stronghold during medieval times, providing protection for the local population. Today, only the remnants of the walls and some foundations remain, serving as a reminder of the area's rich history.

Castle Hill is a popular spot for outdoor enthusiasts, offering numerous walking and hiking trails for visitors to explore. The hill is easily accessible, with a well-maintained path leading to the summit. At the top, visitors can take in the breathtaking views, have a picnic, or simply enjoy the tranquility of the surroundings.

In conclusion, Castle Hill in Angus, Scotland, is a historic and visually striking landmark that provides visitors with a glimpse into the region's past while offering a peaceful and scenic retreat for nature lovers.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 56.627333/-2.8062569 or Grid Reference NO5048. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Snowdrops at Burnside If I am anywhere near here in February, I always make the detour to admire the carpet of snowdrops near the road at Burnside. It's one of best displays I know of.
Snowdrops at Burnside
If I am anywhere near here in February, I always make the detour to admire the carpet of snowdrops near the road at Burnside. It's one of best displays I know of.
Snowdrops A small part of the extensive carpet of snowdrops at Burnside.
Snowdrops
A small part of the extensive carpet of snowdrops at Burnside.
Snowdrops (Galanthus nivalis) Detail of some of the thousands of snowdrops at Burnside.
Snowdrops (Galanthus nivalis)
Detail of some of the thousands of snowdrops at Burnside.
Angus farmland from near Lownie Looking south over cereal stubble and potatoes still to be lifted.
Angus farmland from near Lownie
Looking south over cereal stubble and potatoes still to be lifted.
Lownie Moor Angus farmland, looking southeast over stubbles towards Cotton of Lownie, and Fothringham Hill in low cloud.
Lownie Moor
Angus farmland, looking southeast over stubbles towards Cotton of Lownie, and Fothringham Hill in low cloud.
House at Lownie Hill On the road from Forfar to Dunnichen.
House at Lownie Hill
On the road from Forfar to Dunnichen.
Nechtansmere and Dunnichen Hill In AD 685 the Battle of Nechtansmere took place near this site. The site is disputed and some historians assert that it took place much further north. Irrespective of this dispute the result of the battle brought to an end Northumbrian control in this part of Scotland.
Nechtansmere and Dunnichen Hill
In AD 685 the Battle of Nechtansmere took place near this site. The site is disputed and some historians assert that it took place much further north. Irrespective of this dispute the result of the battle brought to an end Northumbrian control in this part of Scotland.
View toward Tulloes from Dunnichen Hill near Letham, Angus I was intrigued by the greenery and patchwork effect of the oilseed rape crops.
View toward Tulloes from Dunnichen Hill near Letham, Angus
I was intrigued by the greenery and patchwork effect of the oilseed rape crops.
View of Letham, Angus and beyond from Dunnichen Hill The view shows the oilseed rape crops blooming, Letham Village and a reservoir in the foreground. Part of the road from Burnside Home Farm to Dunnichen Village can also be seen.
View of Letham, Angus and beyond from Dunnichen Hill
The view shows the oilseed rape crops blooming, Letham Village and a reservoir in the foreground. Part of the road from Burnside Home Farm to Dunnichen Village can also be seen.
Spring setting on Dunnichen Hill with sheep and lambs Photo taken from Burnside / Dunnichen Road looking west / northwest.
Spring setting on Dunnichen Hill with sheep and lambs
Photo taken from Burnside / Dunnichen Road looking west / northwest.
Milestone, Craichie On a road between Forfar (4) and Carnoustie (9½). Technically a milepost.
Milestone, Craichie
On a road between Forfar (4) and Carnoustie (9½). Technically a milepost.
Barley, Craichie
Barley, Craichie
Wheat, Dunnichen Under Dunnichen Hill.
Wheat, Dunnichen
Under Dunnichen Hill.
Bowriefauld The telephone box was still operational.
Bowriefauld
The telephone box was still operational.
Bowriefauld
Bowriefauld
Bractullo Across the Cur Den towards a stubble field.
Bractullo
Across the Cur Den towards a stubble field.
Cattle, Cur Den
Cattle, Cur Den
Bractullo Bridge At the head of the Cur Den.
Bractullo Bridge
At the head of the Cur Den.
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Castle Hill is located at Grid Ref: NO5048 (Lat: 56.627333, Lng: -2.8062569)

Unitary Authority: Angus

Police Authority: Tayside

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 56.627333,-2.8062569
Bus Stop
Bus Shelter
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Naptan AtcoCode: 6490IM630
Naptan Bearing: W
Naptan CommonName: Bus Shelter
Naptan Indicator: at
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Naptan NaptanCode: 26424236
Naptan Street: Dunnichen
Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 56.6279774/-2.8046515
Dunnichen
Alt Name Gd: Dùn Neachdain
Name Ang: Nechtansmere
Name Ga: Dún Neachdain
Name Gd: Dùn Eachain
Name Pronunciation: dʌˈnɪxən
Place: village
Wikidata: Q1266199
Wikipedia: en:Dunnichen
Lat/Long: 56.6284614/-2.802281
Battle of Dunnichen Hill Cairn
Historic: memorial
Memorial: cairn
Lat/Long: 56.6278412/-2.8015235
Castle Hill
Ele: 138
Natural: hill
Place: locality
Lat/Long: 56.6275814/-2.8060895
The Dunnichen Stone (replica)
Archaeological Site: megalith
Historic: archaeological_site
Historic Civilization: pictish
Inscription: Fibreglass replica of a Class I Pictish symbol stone, which is on display in the Meffan Museum in Forfar. It was discovered in the nearby field known as Cashel Park.
Megalith Type: menhir
Moved: yes
Tourism: attraction
Wikidata: Q5315593
Wikipedia: en:Dunnichen Stone
Lat/Long: 56.6281164/-2.8015456
Camperdown Well
Alt Name: Cammerdown Well
Man Made: water_well
Old Name: St Causnan's Well
Lat/Long: 56.6286286/-2.801012
Dunnichen
Traffic Sign: city_limit
Traffic Sign Direction: forward
Lat/Long: 56.6280592/-2.8047697
Dunnichen
Traffic Sign: city_limit
Traffic Sign Direction: backward
Lat/Long: 56.626635/-2.7996639
Information: guidepost
Tourism: information
Lat/Long: 56.6277796/-2.8019108
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 56.6263541/-2.8141693
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 56.6286329/-2.7992364
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 56.628281/-2.8002295
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