Kilduff Hill

Hill, Mountain in East Lothian

Scotland

Kilduff Hill

Rye Hill from Byres Farm road With the Hopetoun Monument on Byres Hill beyond.
Rye Hill from Byres Farm road Credit: M J Richardson

Kilduff Hill, located in East Lothian, Scotland, is a prominent hill that stands at an elevation of 234 meters (768 feet) above sea level. Situated approximately 8 kilometers (5 miles) southwest of the town of Haddington, it offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.

The hill is a part of the Lammermuir Hills, a range stretching from the Scottish Borders to the Firth of Forth. Kilduff Hill boasts a gentle gradient, making it accessible to hikers of various skill levels. It is a popular destination for locals and visitors alike, offering a tranquil escape from the bustling towns and cities nearby.

Covered in a patchwork of grassland and heather moorland, Kilduff Hill is rich in biodiversity. The hill is home to a variety of wildlife, including birds such as skylarks, meadow pipits, and curlews, as well as small mammals like rabbits and hares. The surrounding area is also known for its diverse flora, with vibrant wildflowers dotting the landscape during the spring and summer months.

History enthusiasts will find interest in Kilduff Hill as well, as it holds remnants of its past. The hill features traces of prehistoric settlements, including burial mounds and ancient hut circles. These archaeological sites provide a glimpse into the lives of the people who inhabited the area thousands of years ago.

Whether it be for a leisurely stroll, birdwatching, or a hike to enjoy the stunning vistas, Kilduff Hill offers an idyllic location for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers to explore and appreciate the beauty of East Lothian's countryside.

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Kilduff Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.988927/-2.7809583 or Grid Reference NT5177. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Rye Hill from Byres Farm road With the Hopetoun Monument on Byres Hill beyond.
Rye Hill from Byres Farm road
With the Hopetoun Monument on Byres Hill beyond.
A ruined building at Byres Farm This was viewed from the Hopetoun Monument on Byres Hill.
A ruined building at Byres Farm
This was viewed from the Hopetoun Monument on Byres Hill.
Drem Station
Drem Station
Country road
Country road
November landscape Winter cereals, a ploughed field, trimmed hedges and leafless trees. The Hopetoun Monument is in the next square south <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/NT5076">NT5076</a>.
November landscape
Winter cereals, a ploughed field, trimmed hedges and leafless trees. The Hopetoun Monument is in the next square south NT5076.
Pasture and stubble Looking southwest from Camptoun.
Pasture and stubble
Looking southwest from Camptoun.
The Cathedrals Express Returning to York after a 3-day visit to Scotland, hauled by A3 60103 'Flying Scotsman', the locomotive's first visit to Scotland following its restoration. Pulling in to Drem up-passing-loop to allow other trains to pass.
The Cathedrals Express
Returning to York after a 3-day visit to Scotland, hauled by A3 60103 'Flying Scotsman', the locomotive's first visit to Scotland following its restoration. Pulling in to Drem up-passing-loop to allow other trains to pass.
Flying Scotsman at Drem Returning to York after a 3-day visit to Scotland, A3 60103 'Flying Scotsman' was hauling 'The Cathedrals Express', the locomotive's first visit to Scotland following its restoration. Pulling in to Drem up-passing-loop to allow other trains to pass.
Flying Scotsman at Drem
Returning to York after a 3-day visit to Scotland, A3 60103 'Flying Scotsman' was hauling 'The Cathedrals Express', the locomotive's first visit to Scotland following its restoration. Pulling in to Drem up-passing-loop to allow other trains to pass.
The 'Flying Scotsman' at Drem Returning to York after a 3-day visit to Scotland, hauled by A3 60103 'Flying Scotsman', the locomotive's first visit to Scotland following its restoration. Stopped at the Drem up-passing-loop to allow other trains to pass. Pity about the fence!
The 'Flying Scotsman' at Drem
Returning to York after a 3-day visit to Scotland, hauled by A3 60103 'Flying Scotsman', the locomotive's first visit to Scotland following its restoration. Stopped at the Drem up-passing-loop to allow other trains to pass. Pity about the fence!
Congestion at Drem A popular spot on the B1377 by the Drem up-passing-loop, where the Flying Scotsman was scheduled to stop at 0837 for 8 minutes to allow other trains to pass.
Congestion at Drem
A popular spot on the B1377 by the Drem up-passing-loop, where the Flying Scotsman was scheduled to stop at 0837 for 8 minutes to allow other trains to pass.
Leaving Drem The 'Flying Scotsman' departing the Drem up-passing-loop after an 8 minute stop to allow other trains to pass. The train ' The Cathedral Express' was returning to York after a 3-day visit to Scotland, hauled by A3 60103, the locomotive's first visit to Scotland following its restoration.
Leaving Drem
The 'Flying Scotsman' departing the Drem up-passing-loop after an 8 minute stop to allow other trains to pass. The train ' The Cathedral Express' was returning to York after a 3-day visit to Scotland, hauled by A3 60103, the locomotive's first visit to Scotland following its restoration.
Container train at Drem Part of a very long train with containers heading west, past the Drem up-passing-loop - seen while waiting for the Flying Scotsman heading east on its way back to York.
Container train at Drem
Part of a very long train with containers heading west, past the Drem up-passing-loop - seen while waiting for the Flying Scotsman heading east on its way back to York.
Yellow Craigs Crag on the Garleton Hills.
Yellow Craigs
Crag on the Garleton Hills.
View from a Virgin East Coast train heading south #4
View from a Virgin East Coast train heading south #4
View from a Virgin East Coast train heading south #5
View from a Virgin East Coast train heading south #5
The Vaults The bottom bit of Barnes Castle survives and is partly used for agricultural purposes.
The Vaults
The bottom bit of Barnes Castle survives and is partly used for agricultural purposes.
Wheat, Barney Castle An arable view towards Traprain Law.
Wheat, Barney Castle
An arable view towards Traprain Law.
"Path" Barney Mains The steading bypass at Barney Mains. Either way, the good track is soon regained.
"Path" Barney Mains
The steading bypass at Barney Mains. Either way, the good track is soon regained.
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Kilduff Hill is located at Grid Ref: NT5177 (Lat: 55.988927, Lng: -2.7809583)

Unitary Authority: East Lothian

Police Authority: The Lothians and Scottish Borders

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