Hill of Avochie

Hill, Mountain in Aberdeenshire

Scotland

Hill of Avochie

Rothiemay Parish Kirk The kirk dates from 1807 and is a Category B Listed building. It incorporates some features from earlier buildings. See <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/LB15616" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/LB15616">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 more details. — Rothiemay Parish Kirk Credit: Anne Burgess

The Hill of Avochie is a prominent landmark located in Aberdeenshire, Scotland. Rising to an elevation of approximately 320 meters (1,050 feet), it is classified as a hill rather than a mountain. Situated near the village of Rhynie, the hill is renowned for its breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.

The Hill of Avochie is formed primarily of granite, which gives it a rugged and distinctive appearance. Its slopes are covered with heather and grass, creating a vibrant and colorful landscape, particularly during the summer months. The hill is also home to a variety of wildlife, including red grouse, hares, and various species of birds.

The summit of the Hill of Avochie can be reached via a well-defined path that winds its way up the hillside. Along the way, visitors can enjoy the sight of ancient stone walls and the remnants of old settlements, evidence of the area's rich history.

Once at the top, visitors are rewarded with breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside, including the rolling hills, fertile farmland, and distant mountains. On a clear day, it is possible to see as far as the Cairngorms National Park.

The Hill of Avochie is a popular destination for hikers, nature enthusiasts, and photographers, who are drawn to its natural beauty and stunning vistas. Whether it's a leisurely walk or a more challenging hike, this hill offers a memorable experience for those who venture to its summit.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 57.508004/-2.7670071 or Grid Reference NJ5446. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Rothiemay Parish Kirk The kirk dates from 1807 and is a Category B Listed building. It incorporates some features from earlier buildings. See <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/LB15616" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/LB15616">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 more details.

Rothiemay Parish Kirk

The kirk dates from 1807 and is a Category B Listed building. It incorporates some features from earlier buildings. See Link

for more details.

Rothiemay War Memorial A plain granite monument, standing beside the main street.

Rothiemay War Memorial

A plain granite monument, standing beside the main street.

Forbes Arms Hotel The two-storey house is 18th century and the one-and-s-half storey extension is later. It is a Category B Listed building. See <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/LB15614" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/LB15614">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 details.

Forbes Arms Hotel

The two-storey house is 18th century and the one-and-s-half storey extension is later. It is a Category B Listed building. See Link

for details.

River Deveron Looking downstream from the bridge at Milltown.

River Deveron

Looking downstream from the bridge at Milltown.

Milltown of Rothiemay Although officially called Milltown of Rothiemay, most local people refer to it simply as Rothiemay. The River Deveron is in the dip between the foreground field and the village.

Milltown of Rothiemay

Although officially called Milltown of Rothiemay, most local people refer to it simply as Rothiemay. The River Deveron is in the dip between the foreground field and the village.

Drystane Dyke A rather haphazard-looking dyke on the side of the road to Redhill.

Drystane Dyke

A rather haphazard-looking dyke on the side of the road to Redhill.

Gate with a View From the gate the land drops steeply to the River Deveren, rising again to the grounds of Rothiemay House, with its clumps of conifers. Knock Hill, on the skyline, dominates the view.

Gate with a View

From the gate the land drops steeply to the River Deveren, rising again to the grounds of Rothiemay House, with its clumps of conifers. Knock Hill, on the skyline, dominates the view.

Barn at North Redhill A large new barn beside the farm of North Redhill.

Barn at North Redhill

A large new barn beside the farm of North Redhill.

Corsekellie Farm Corskellie lies astride the minor road, with outbuildings on both sides. These are the buildings on the north side, closer to the River Deveron.

Corsekellie Farm

Corskellie lies astride the minor road, with outbuildings on both sides. These are the buildings on the north side, closer to the River Deveron.

Corskellie Farm Some of the extensive range of traditional stone buildings on the north side of the minor road.

Corskellie Farm

Some of the extensive range of traditional stone buildings on the north side of the minor road.

Interesting Gateposts We were lured through the gateway by a window display of fascinating old objects, like a little heritage museum. The white van is a travelling butcher&#039;s shop, and the lady walking up the street has just been buying from it. Now that there is no shop at all in the village, the van must be very welcome.

Interesting Gateposts

We were lured through the gateway by a window display of fascinating old objects, like a little heritage museum. The white van is a travelling butcher's shop, and the lady walking up the street has just been buying from it. Now that there is no shop at all in the village, the van must be very welcome.

Milltown of Rothiemay Having left our car beside a sign saying that the parking area (the only one in the village) is for visitors to the cemetery, we felt obliged to visit the cemetery when we returned from our walk. This was far from being a hardship, because as well as some interesting gravestones there is a bench which offered us this view while we relaxed in the sunshine with the second instalment of our picnic. (The three cars in view were all there when we first arrived, and still there when we left to go home, but we saw no-one else visiting the cemetery.) On the skyline is Fourman Hill, and our seven-mile walk had taken us over the shoulder of the hill past the scattered trees.

Milltown of Rothiemay

Having left our car beside a sign saying that the parking area (the only one in the village) is for visitors to the cemetery, we felt obliged to visit the cemetery when we returned from our walk. This was far from being a hardship, because as well as some interesting gravestones there is a bench which offered us this view while we relaxed in the sunshine with the second instalment of our picnic. (The three cars in view were all there when we first arrived, and still there when we left to go home, but we saw no-one else visiting the cemetery.) On the skyline is Fourman Hill, and our seven-mile walk had taken us over the shoulder of the hill past the scattered trees.

OS Cut Mark - Rothiemay, Bridge over the Deveron Bridge Parapet Buttress NW SIDE RD

OS Cut Mark - Rothiemay, Bridge over the Deveron

Bridge Parapet Buttress NW SIDE RD

The Ringing Stane Recumbent Stone Circle (1) The gentle mound is the ground originally surrounded by the circle. In the foreground are three stones lying flat, which are not thought to be in the original circle, though they might have been displaced from it. The taller stone on the left is the recumbent, with a stubby outcrop of rock beside it. See <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://canmore.org.uk/site/17827/the-ringing-stone" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://canmore.org.uk/site/17827/the-ringing-stone">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 more details. <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4742648">NJ5345 : The Ringing Stane Recumbent Stone Circle (2)</a>

The Ringing Stane Recumbent Stone Circle (1)

The gentle mound is the ground originally surrounded by the circle. In the foreground are three stones lying flat, which are not thought to be in the original circle, though they might have been displaced from it. The taller stone on the left is the recumbent, with a stubby outcrop of rock beside it. See Link

for more details. NJ5345 : The Ringing Stane Recumbent Stone Circle (2)

The Ringing Stane Recumbent Stone Circle (2) On the left is the recumbent, with a natural outcrop in front of it. On the right are three stones which may have been part of the original circle, but are not in original positions. The prominent distant hill is Knock Hill. See <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://canmore.org.uk/site/17827/the-ringing-stone" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://canmore.org.uk/site/17827/the-ringing-stone">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 more details. <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4742653">NJ5345 : The Ringing Stane Recumbent Stone Circle (3)</a> (Sorry about my shadow - I couldn&#039;t avoid it!)

The Ringing Stane Recumbent Stone Circle (2)

On the left is the recumbent, with a natural outcrop in front of it. On the right are three stones which may have been part of the original circle, but are not in original positions. The prominent distant hill is Knock Hill. See Link

for more details. NJ5345 : The Ringing Stane Recumbent Stone Circle (3) (Sorry about my shadow - I couldn't avoid it!)

The Ringing Stane Recumbent Stone Circle (3) The large stone here is the recumbent, and it is the only stone still standing. The farmer who farms the land told me that it might have fallen over too, but his grandfather had added some stones to keep it upright. To its right is a natural outcrop, though I am surprised that the latter managed to survive the Ice Age. See <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://canmore.org.uk/site/17827/the-ringing-stone" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://canmore.org.uk/site/17827/the-ringing-stone">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 more details. <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4742657">NJ5345 : The Ringing Stane Recumbent Stone Circle (4)</a>

The Ringing Stane Recumbent Stone Circle (3)

The large stone here is the recumbent, and it is the only stone still standing. The farmer who farms the land told me that it might have fallen over too, but his grandfather had added some stones to keep it upright. To its right is a natural outcrop, though I am surprised that the latter managed to survive the Ice Age. See Link

for more details. NJ5345 : The Ringing Stane Recumbent Stone Circle (4)

The Ringing Stane Recumbent Stone Circle (4) The recumbent is on the left, and from this angle you can see that the natural outcrop is a few feet from the recumbent. See <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://canmore.org.uk/site/17827/the-ringing-stone" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://canmore.org.uk/site/17827/the-ringing-stone">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 more details. <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4742661">NJ5345 : The Ringing Stane Recumbent Stone Circle (5)</a>

The Ringing Stane Recumbent Stone Circle (4)

The recumbent is on the left, and from this angle you can see that the natural outcrop is a few feet from the recumbent. See Link

for more details. NJ5345 : The Ringing Stane Recumbent Stone Circle (5)

The Ringing Stane Recumbent Stone Circle (5) This is the side of the recumbent that faces into the circle. The stones it sits on, and several others that are possibly not original, can be clearly seen. The rock on the left edge of the picture is a natural rock outcrop. See <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://canmore.org.uk/site/17827/the-ringing-stone" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://canmore.org.uk/site/17827/the-ringing-stone">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 more details. <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4742663">NJ5345 : The Ringing Stane Recumbent Stone Circle (6)</a>

The Ringing Stane Recumbent Stone Circle (5)

This is the side of the recumbent that faces into the circle. The stones it sits on, and several others that are possibly not original, can be clearly seen. The rock on the left edge of the picture is a natural rock outcrop. See Link

for more details. NJ5345 : The Ringing Stane Recumbent Stone Circle (6)

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Hill of Avochie is located at Grid Ref: NJ5446 (Lat: 57.508004, Lng: -2.7670071)

Unitary Authority: Aberdeenshire

Police Authority: North East

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