Castle Hill

Hill, Mountain in Angus

Scotland

Castle Hill

Monikie Reservoirs The wooded island is one of three in the southern part of the main Monikie reservoirs.
Monikie Reservoirs Credit: Anne Burgess

Castle Hill is a prominent hill located in the county of Angus in Scotland. Rising to an elevation of approximately 225 meters (738 feet), it forms an impressive landmark in the landscape of the region. Situated near the town of Dundee, Castle Hill is part of the Sidlaw Hills, a range of hills stretching from the Firth of Tay to the Firth of Forth.

The hill takes its name from the remains of a historic castle that once stood on its summit. Believed to have been built in the 12th century, the castle played a significant role in the region's history, witnessing battles and political turmoil. Unfortunately, only a few remnants of the castle remain today, including fragments of walls and earthworks.

Castle Hill offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, with vistas extending as far as the Cairngorms National Park and the Grampian Mountains. Its prominent position also makes it a popular spot for outdoor enthusiasts, hikers, and nature lovers. Several walking trails crisscross the hill, providing opportunities to explore its diverse flora and fauna.

The area around Castle Hill is rich in archaeological sites, with evidence of ancient settlements and burial grounds. Excavations have revealed artifacts dating back to the Iron Age, suggesting that the hill has been a place of human activity for thousands of years.

Overall, Castle Hill is a historically and geographically significant landmark in Angus, offering visitors a chance to immerse themselves in the region's past and enjoy the natural beauty of the Scottish countryside.

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Castle Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.517839/-2.7829648 or Grid Reference NO5136. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Monikie Reservoirs The wooded island is one of three in the southern part of the main Monikie reservoirs.
Monikie Reservoirs
The wooded island is one of three in the southern part of the main Monikie reservoirs.
Mirrored Island An almost monochrome view on a very dreich day.
Mirrored Island
An almost monochrome view on a very dreich day.
Corbelled Turret This is a modern house with a traditional feature, a square turret on corbels on a round turret.
Corbelled Turret
This is a modern house with a traditional feature, a square turret on corbels on a round turret.
Craigton Coach Inn That's what the maps name it as, but it's actually the former Craigton Coach Inn. It was originally the manse belonging to the United Free Church next door, which has since been demolished. It was a popular pub, but closed down in 2019, blaming 'greedy discount voucher firms' for its demise, though it may be that its location and the rules on drink-driving may have played their part.
Craigton Coach Inn
That's what the maps name it as, but it's actually the former Craigton Coach Inn. It was originally the manse belonging to the United Free Church next door, which has since been demolished. It was a popular pub, but closed down in 2019, blaming 'greedy discount voucher firms' for its demise, though it may be that its location and the rules on drink-driving may have played their part.
Downieken Farm with impressive outbuildings.
With pick your own blueberries, but only on Sundays!
Downieken
Farm with impressive outbuildings. With pick your own blueberries, but only on Sundays!
Field of blueberries at Downieken Available on Sundays for 'pick your own'.
For closer view see: <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4656750" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4656750">Link</a>
Field of blueberries at Downieken
Available on Sundays for 'pick your own'. For closer view see: Link
Blueberries Some of a fieldful!
Blueberries
Some of a fieldful!
Turn off to Carlungie A farm in a fertile area with the cereals ripening.
Turn off to Carlungie
A farm in a fertile area with the cereals ripening.
One black sheep In field at Carlungie.
One black sheep
In field at Carlungie.
Drive up to Brae of Downie With the Downie Hills beyond.
Drive up to Brae of Downie
With the Downie Hills beyond.
Stubble and straw bales Below Brae of Downie.
Stubble and straw bales
Below Brae of Downie.
The straight road to Carnoustie With Weet's Wood on the left.
The straight road to Carnoustie
With Weet's Wood on the left.
Track into Guildy Den Wood North east of Camustane Hill.
Track into Guildy Den Wood
North east of Camustane Hill.
Chilly Monikie Reservoir
Chilly Monikie Reservoir
Field of stubble at Downieken towards Pitairlie, Newbigging
Field of stubble at Downieken towards Pitairlie, Newbigging
Field of stubble at Downieken Farm, Newbigging
Field of stubble at Downieken Farm, Newbigging
Road between Mains of Panmure and Craigton
Road between Mains of Panmure and Craigton
Forest path in Guildy Den Wood
Forest path in Guildy Den Wood
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Castle Hill is located at Grid Ref: NO5136 (Lat: 56.517839, Lng: -2.7829648)

Unitary Authority: Angus

Police Authority: Tayside

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