Rain's Hill

Hill, Mountain in Roxburghshire

Scotland

Rain's Hill

Clearfell above Liddesdale Clearfelled forestry encountered heading down from the Larriston Fells.

This photograph was taken during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic of 2020/21/22.
Clearfell above Liddesdale Credit: James T M Towill

Rain's Hill is a prominent hill located in the county of Roxburghshire in the Scottish Borders region of Scotland. With an elevation of approximately 407 meters (1,335 feet), it is classified as a hill rather than a mountain. Rain's Hill is situated in a rural and picturesque landscape, surrounded by rolling hills and farmlands.

The hill is known for its distinctive shape, resembling a cone with a relatively steep and rocky ascent. It is predominantly covered with grass, heather, and scattered patches of bracken. The vegetation provides habitat for various wildlife species, including birds, small mammals, and insects.

The summit of Rain's Hill offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, making it a popular destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts. On a clear day, visitors can enjoy vistas of the Cheviot Hills to the south, the Eildon Hills to the northwest, and the Tweed Valley to the northeast.

Access to Rain's Hill is relatively easy, with several footpaths leading to its summit. The most common starting point is the nearby village of Denholm, where a well-marked trail begins. The ascent takes roughly an hour, depending on one's fitness level and pace.

Overall, Rain's Hill offers a rewarding outdoor experience, combining natural beauty, tranquility, and the opportunity to explore the scenic countryside of Roxburghshire. Whether for a leisurely walk or a more challenging hike, this hill provides a memorable experience for visitors of all ages.

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Rain's Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.22686/-2.7184137 or Grid Reference NY5492. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Clearfell above Liddesdale Clearfelled forestry encountered heading down from the Larriston Fells.

This photograph was taken during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic of 2020/21/22.
Clearfell above Liddesdale
Clearfelled forestry encountered heading down from the Larriston Fells. This photograph was taken during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic of 2020/21/22.
A logging track meets the trackbed of the former Waverley Route This image is taken with an aspect looking back along the former Waverley Route; a logging track from the nearby minor road joins from the left.

This photograph was taken during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic of 2020/21/22.
A logging track meets the trackbed of the former Waverley Route
This image is taken with an aspect looking back along the former Waverley Route; a logging track from the nearby minor road joins from the left. This photograph was taken during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic of 2020/21/22.
A fingerpost near Taylor's Cleuch This track affords access to the trackbed of the former Waverley Route near Steele Road.

This photograph was taken during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic of 2020/21/22.
A fingerpost near Taylor's Cleuch
This track affords access to the trackbed of the former Waverley Route near Steele Road. This photograph was taken during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic of 2020/21/22.
Forestry road near Newcastleton Forest
Forestry road near Newcastleton Forest
B6357 towards Newcastleton
B6357 towards Newcastleton
Old dyke, Newcastleton Forest The boundary of the Forestry Commission owned bit of Newcastleton according to the purple rubbish that ruins Ordnance Survey maps. A path along a ride joins two road ends with another road that runs up to the police mast on Larriston Fells. That road is by the older trees in the background.
Old dyke, Newcastleton Forest
The boundary of the Forestry Commission owned bit of Newcastleton according to the purple rubbish that ruins Ordnance Survey maps. A path along a ride joins two road ends with another road that runs up to the police mast on Larriston Fells. That road is by the older trees in the background.
Newcastleton Forest A replanted block beside the road up to the police radio mast on Larriston Fells.
Newcastleton Forest
A replanted block beside the road up to the police radio mast on Larriston Fells.
Windthrow, Newcastleton Forest
Windthrow, Newcastleton Forest
Larriston Fells road A recently resurfaced road serves a privately managed part of Newcastleton Forest and the police mast on Larriston Fells.
Larriston Fells road
A recently resurfaced road serves a privately managed part of Newcastleton Forest and the police mast on Larriston Fells.
Young trees, Newcastleton Forest This <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/453172">NY5391 : Forest Road</a> block a few years on.
Young trees, Newcastleton Forest
This NY5391 : Forest Road block a few years on.
Felled and replanted area Newcastleton Forest near Mountain View.
Felled and replanted area
Newcastleton Forest near Mountain View.
Forest road, Newcastleton The road continues to a police radio mast on Larriston Fells.
Forest road, Newcastleton
The road continues to a police radio mast on Larriston Fells.
Liddel Water Downstream of Dinlabyre Bridge.
Liddel Water
Downstream of Dinlabyre Bridge.
B6357, Liddesdale Passing the outlet of the road to the police mast on Larriston Fells.
B6357, Liddesdale
Passing the outlet of the road to the police mast on Larriston Fells.
A very empty looking valley This road is the B6357 hardly a B class road as it is really a single track road with passing places. The valley is used for sheep and cattle grazing.
A very empty looking valley
This road is the B6357 hardly a B class road as it is really a single track road with passing places. The valley is used for sheep and cattle grazing.
Forest road end Signposted for the border at Bloody Bush, reached after a crossing of the Larriston Fells.
Forest road end
Signposted for the border at Bloody Bush, reached after a crossing of the Larriston Fells.
Young woodland, Hewisbridge Between road and river in Liddesdale. The trees are spaced, so there is plenty of room for the flower display.
Young woodland, Hewisbridge
Between road and river in Liddesdale. The trees are spaced, so there is plenty of room for the flower display.
New plantation near Steele Road
New plantation near Steele Road
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Rain's Hill is located at Grid Ref: NY5492 (Lat: 55.22686, Lng: -2.7184137)

Unitary Authority: The Scottish Borders

Police Authority: The Lothians and Scottish Borders

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