Gallow Hill

Hill, Mountain in Banffshire

Scotland

Gallow Hill

Rock outcrop This outcrop is partly in Cullen Links and partly on the Cullen Sands. — Rock outcrop Credit: don cload

Gallow Hill is a prominent hill located in the county of Banffshire, Scotland. It is situated near the town of Banff, which is on the northeastern coast of the country. With an elevation of approximately 200 meters (656 feet), Gallow Hill offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding landscape.

The hill is primarily composed of rugged granite, which gives it a distinctive appearance. Its slopes are covered in lush green vegetation, including grasses, heather, and scattered shrubs. The hill is also home to a variety of wildlife, such as birds, rabbits, and occasionally deer.

Gallow Hill holds historical significance as it is believed to have been used as a site for public executions in the past. The name "Gallow" is derived from the gallows that once stood on the hill. This dark history adds an air of mystery and intrigue to the location.

The hill is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers. It offers several walking trails that cater to different fitness levels, allowing visitors to explore its natural beauty at their own pace. On clear days, the summit provides stunning views of the North Sea, the town of Banff, and the surrounding countryside.

Gallow Hill is easily accessible, with parking available nearby. It provides a peaceful and serene escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, making it a favorite spot for locals and tourists alike.

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Gallow Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.685762/-2.8188097 or Grid Reference NJ5166. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Rock outcrop This outcrop is partly in Cullen Links and partly on the Cullen Sands.

Rock outcrop

This outcrop is partly in Cullen Links and partly on the Cullen Sands.

Reddish rock outcrop in Cullen Bay

Reddish rock outcrop in Cullen Bay

Moray Coast Railway A cutting behind Cullen Links. The trackbed is now a path.

Moray Coast Railway

A cutting behind Cullen Links. The trackbed is now a path.

Ordnance Survey Flush Bracket G4051 This can be found on a boundary wall at Cullen Bay Hotel.
For more detail see : <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm16939" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm16939">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>

Ordnance Survey Flush Bracket G4051

This can be found on a boundary wall at Cullen Bay Hotel. For more detail see : Link

Old Red Sandstone On the beach at Cullen are some large outcrops of coarse Old Red Sandstone conglomerate. The tiny sloping layers of rock in the middle of this image are fossilised ripples laid down by a stream something like 350 million years ago. Close inspection tells geologists that the rock is the right way up, and therefore have not been overturned by tectonic movements, like some of the other rocks in the Scottish Highlands.

Old Red Sandstone

On the beach at Cullen are some large outcrops of coarse Old Red Sandstone conglomerate. The tiny sloping layers of rock in the middle of this image are fossilised ripples laid down by a stream something like 350 million years ago. Close inspection tells geologists that the rock is the right way up, and therefore have not been overturned by tectonic movements, like some of the other rocks in the Scottish Highlands.

A98 Approaching the Cullen Bay Hotel

A98 Approaching the Cullen Bay Hotel

Cullen House Home Farm The long range of stone buildings with square castellated central tower dates from 1816, and is a Category B Listed building. See <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/LB15518" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/LB15518">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> for full details.

Cullen House Home Farm

The long range of stone buildings with square castellated central tower dates from 1816, and is a Category B Listed building. See Link

for full details.

Field at Cullen Home Farm Like many others on the estate, this field has a wide grassy margin left uncultivated for the benefit of wildlife.

Field at Cullen Home Farm

Like many others on the estate, this field has a wide grassy margin left uncultivated for the benefit of wildlife.

Broom (Cytisus scoparius) Developing Broom seed pods tinged with deep pink. They will turn black before splitting open and expelling their seeds.

Broom (Cytisus scoparius)

Developing Broom seed pods tinged with deep pink. They will turn black before splitting open and expelling their seeds.

A Glimpse through the Forest The field visible between the Scots Pine trunks is completely surrounded by forestry.

A Glimpse through the Forest

The field visible between the Scots Pine trunks is completely surrounded by forestry.

Forest Drain The ditch is part of a drain that rises between the Bin and Little Bin of Cullen.

Forest Drain

The ditch is part of a drain that rises between the Bin and Little Bin of Cullen.

Imaginary Monsters From a distance, and using a bit of imagination, this fallen trunk looks like a large creature with a smaller lizard-like one on its back.

Imaginary Monsters

From a distance, and using a bit of imagination, this fallen trunk looks like a large creature with a smaller lizard-like one on its back.

Natural Knotwork An Elm with a series of knot-like bosses on its trunk. Could they be a sign of some sort of elm disease?

Natural Knotwork

An Elm with a series of knot-like bosses on its trunk. Could they be a sign of some sort of elm disease?

Dry stone wall - Home Farm

Dry stone wall - Home Farm

Bridge beneath a Bridge The old railway viaduct over a road bridge.

Bridge beneath a Bridge

The old railway viaduct over a road bridge.

Estate Track Track from Home Farm to Cullen House

Estate Track

Track from Home Farm to Cullen House

Unlisted building and listed phone box An interloper into the early 19th century planned expansion of Seatown. Possibly a 20th century office or shop now converted to private housing.

Unlisted building and listed phone box

An interloper into the early 19th century planned expansion of Seatown. Possibly a 20th century office or shop now converted to private housing.

Seafield Street The planned &#039;high town&#039; at Cullen dates from the mid 19th century and is contemporary with the railway.

Seafield Street

The planned 'high town' at Cullen dates from the mid 19th century and is contemporary with the railway.

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Gallow Hill is located at Grid Ref: NJ5166 (Lat: 57.685762, Lng: -2.8188097)

Unitary Authority: Moray

Police Authority: North East

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///rails.alongside.release. Near Cullen, Moray

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Located within 500m of 57.685762,-2.8188097

Post Box

Collection Times: Mo-Fr 15:45; Sa 11:30

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Seafield Place

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Seafield Place

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