Annett Hill

Hill, Mountain in Roxburghshire

Scotland

Annett Hill

The B3157 heading for Old Castleton In Roxburghshire, Scottish Borders.
The B3157 heading for Old Castleton Credit: James Denham

Annett Hill is a prominent hill located in the county of Roxburghshire, Scotland. Situated in the southern part of the country, it forms an integral part of the picturesque landscape of the region. The hill is known for its natural beauty, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside.

Rising to an impressive height of approximately 500 meters (1,640 feet), Annett Hill provides a challenging ascent for outdoor enthusiasts and hikers. It is a popular destination for those seeking outdoor activities, such as hillwalking and nature exploration. The hill's well-defined trails and paths make it accessible for both novice and experienced hikers, ensuring a rewarding experience for all visitors.

Annett Hill boasts a rich biodiversity, with various plant and animal species thriving in its diverse habitats. The hill is home to a range of bird species, including buzzards, kestrels, and peregrine falcons, making it an excellent spot for birdwatchers. The flora of the hill includes a variety of wildflowers, heather, and native grasses, adding to its natural charm.

The summit of Annett Hill offers awe-inspiring panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, including the scenic valleys, rolling hills, and meandering rivers. On a clear day, it is even possible to catch a glimpse of the distant Scottish Borders. The hill's vantage point is a perfect spot for photography enthusiasts, capturing the beauty of the Scottish landscape.

Overall, Annett Hill in Roxburghshire is a captivating natural landmark that attracts outdoor enthusiasts, hikers, birdwatchers, and nature lovers alike. With its stunning views and diverse ecosystem, it offers a memorable experience for all who visit.

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Annett Hill Images

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The B3157 heading for Old Castleton In Roxburghshire, Scottish Borders.
The B3157 heading for Old Castleton
In Roxburghshire, Scottish Borders.
Logging road, Newcastleton Forest The road climbs gently and has settled down a bit after being resurfaced a few years ago. It is used by the blue mountainbike route - quite a slog out but repaid by a singletrack return in the woods to the left.
Logging road, Newcastleton Forest
The road climbs gently and has settled down a bit after being resurfaced a few years ago. It is used by the blue mountainbike route - quite a slog out but repaid by a singletrack return in the woods to the left.
Logging road, Newcastleton Forest A gentle climb on the blue mountain bike route.
Logging road, Newcastleton Forest
A gentle climb on the blue mountain bike route.
Mature conifers, Newcastleton Forest Some trees have been left to grow while most of the bank here has been felled and replanted. The hillside has many cleuchs and reentrants and is used by the blue mountain bike trail.
Mature conifers, Newcastleton Forest
Some trees have been left to grow while most of the bank here has been felled and replanted. The hillside has many cleuchs and reentrants and is used by the blue mountain bike trail.
Picnic tables, Newcastleton  Forest The end of the road slog on the blue mountain bike route. The return to Dykecrofts is mostly singletrack.
Picnic tables, Newcastleton Forest
The end of the road slog on the blue mountain bike route. The return to Dykecrofts is mostly singletrack.
Logging road, Newcastleton Forest At the foot of The Caddrouns singletrack descent on the blue route. The route uses the road before resuming as singletrack in the mature woods on the skyline.
Logging road, Newcastleton Forest
At the foot of The Caddrouns singletrack descent on the blue route. The route uses the road before resuming as singletrack in the mature woods on the skyline.
Blue route, Newcastleton A singletrack section leaves the logging road beside the Priesthill Burn. The singletrack section is named Pouter Lampert after a long abandoned farm on this hillside.
Blue route, Newcastleton
A singletrack section leaves the logging road beside the Priesthill Burn. The singletrack section is named Pouter Lampert after a long abandoned farm on this hillside.
Blue route, Newcastleton Raised timber walkway on the rather fun singletrack return from Priesthill. Well worth the slog up the forest road to get to it.
Blue route, Newcastleton
Raised timber walkway on the rather fun singletrack return from Priesthill. Well worth the slog up the forest road to get to it.
Blue route, Newcastleton Towards the end of the last bit of singletrack.
Blue route, Newcastleton
Towards the end of the last bit of singletrack.
Northshore, Newcastleton No skinnies or balance beams, just easy boardwalk which makes a lovely noise with tyres.

The blue at Newcastleton, also the last bit of the red.
Northshore, Newcastleton
No skinnies or balance beams, just easy boardwalk which makes a lovely noise with tyres. The blue at Newcastleton, also the last bit of the red.
Mature conifers, Newcastleton Forest These must be some of the few surviving trees from when I first visited the forest, orienteering, in 1980.
Mature conifers, Newcastleton Forest
These must be some of the few surviving trees from when I first visited the forest, orienteering, in 1980.
Cemetery in Liddesdale
Cemetery in Liddesdale
Dykecrofts View of fields and forest at Dykecrofts.
Dykecrofts
View of fields and forest at Dykecrofts.
Field near Florida During the 1980s fields beyond this one were planted with conifers.
Field near Florida
During the 1980s fields beyond this one were planted with conifers.
Fields near Florida There was an area of rough grazing behind this field when I was orienteering here in 1980. Since then it was planted with conifers.
Fields near Florida
There was an area of rough grazing behind this field when I was orienteering here in 1980. Since then it was planted with conifers.
Woodland above the Liddel Water A steep slope falls to the river.
Woodland above the Liddel Water
A steep slope falls to the river.
Liddel Water Steep slopes on the outside of a meander at Mains.
Liddel Water
Steep slopes on the outside of a meander at Mains.
Castleton Muir A rashy field on the site of Castleton, a lost village.
Castleton Muir
A rashy field on the site of Castleton, a lost village.
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Annett Hill is located at Grid Ref: NY5189 (Lat: 55.198451, Lng: -2.767688)

Unitary Authority: The Scottish Borders

Police Authority: The Lothians and Scottish Borders

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Located within 500m of 55.198451,-2.767688
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Bus Stop
Old Castleton
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Liddel Castle
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Castleton Muir
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Annett Hill
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