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Minto Hills

Hill, Mountain in Roxburghshire

Scotland

Minto Hills

Ruberslaw Parish Church, Minto Minto was a planned village, designed and laid out by William Playfair for the 2nd Earl of Minto. The Church – a Victorian building in the Gothic style – was built as part of the plan and was completed in 1831, replacing a much earlier mediaeval building which stood a short distance to the east and which was recorded as far back as 1275.
Ruberslaw Parish Church, Minto Credit: Colin Kinnear

Minto Hills is a prominent hill located in the county of Roxburghshire, in the Scottish Borders region of Scotland. It is situated approximately 2 miles southwest of the village of Denholm and 3 miles south of Hawick. With an elevation of 279 meters (915 feet), Minto Hills offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.

Covered in lush green vegetation, the hill is a haven for nature enthusiasts and hikers. It is part of a larger area known as Minto Moor, which is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna. The moorland is characterized by heather and grasses, providing a vibrant display of colors throughout the year.

The summit of Minto Hills is relatively flat, making it an accessible destination for walkers of all abilities. There are various walking trails that lead to the top, offering different levels of difficulty and distance. The most popular route starts from the Minto Estate, where visitors can explore the beautiful grounds and gardens before embarking on their hike.

Minto Hills is not only renowned for its natural beauty but also for its historical significance. The area has evidence of prehistoric settlements, including the remains of ancient hill forts. These archaeological sites provide a glimpse into the region's rich and varied past.

Overall, Minto Hills is a captivating destination for those seeking a peaceful escape into nature. Its stunning views, diverse wildlife, and historical heritage make it a must-visit location in Roxburghshire.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 55.477755/-2.6980855 or Grid Reference NT5520. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Ruberslaw Parish Church, Minto Minto was a planned village, designed and laid out by William Playfair for the 2nd Earl of Minto. The Church – a Victorian building in the Gothic style – was built as part of the plan and was completed in 1831, replacing a much earlier mediaeval building which stood a short distance to the east and which was recorded as far back as 1275.
Ruberslaw Parish Church, Minto
Minto was a planned village, designed and laid out by William Playfair for the 2nd Earl of Minto. The Church – a Victorian building in the Gothic style – was built as part of the plan and was completed in 1831, replacing a much earlier mediaeval building which stood a short distance to the east and which was recorded as far back as 1275.
On the Minto Hills Descending the southern Minto Hill with a view to Denholm, the imposing Rubers Law and the distant Cheviot Hills. This photograph was taken during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic of 2020/21/22.
On the Minto Hills
Descending the southern Minto Hill with a view to Denholm, the imposing Rubers Law and the distant Cheviot Hills. This photograph was taken during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic of 2020/21/22.
Minto Golf Course
Minto Golf Course
Path, Minto Hills A tractor track heads for the col from which either top is easily reached.
Path, Minto Hills
A tractor track heads for the col from which either top is easily reached.
Minto Hills A pair of summits somewhat out of character with their surroundings. Made of rock of a volcanic origin, ash infilling volcanic vents.
Minto Hills
A pair of summits somewhat out of character with their surroundings. Made of rock of a volcanic origin, ash infilling volcanic vents.
Cairn, Minto Hills A ring of stones at the North top summit.
Cairn, Minto Hills
A ring of stones at the North top summit.
View of Rubers Law from the Minto Hills Teviotdale igneous features.
View of Rubers Law from the Minto Hills
Teviotdale igneous features.
Minto Kames Farm seen from the Minto Hills.
Minto Kames
Farm seen from the Minto Hills.
Hedge planting, Minto Hills The new hedges already planted are backed up with some hefty electric fences but there are gates.
Hedge planting, Minto Hills
The new hedges already planted are backed up with some hefty electric fences but there are gates.
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark with Bolt This can be found on the wall of Minto Parish Church. For more detail see: <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm72134" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm72134">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 Cut Mark with Bolt
This can be found on the wall of Minto Parish Church. For more detail see: LinkExternal link
Minto Parish Church Looking from the north-east.
Minto Parish Church
Looking from the north-east.
A place to sit after climbing to Minto Hill Triangulation Pillar Looking northward.
A place to sit after climbing to Minto Hill Triangulation Pillar
Looking northward.
Path along the ridge of Minto Hill Looking northward.
Path along the ridge of Minto Hill
Looking northward.
Path descending the flank of Minto Hills Looking north-westward.
Path descending the flank of Minto Hills
Looking north-westward.
Lumber awaiting transportation from Kipps Plantation Looking north-eastward from the road.
Lumber awaiting transportation from Kipps Plantation
Looking north-eastward from the road.
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark This can be found on the wall of a former railway bridge in Hassendan. For more detail see : <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm72357" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm72357">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 Cut Mark
This can be found on the wall of a former railway bridge in Hassendan. For more detail see : LinkExternal link
Road (B6405) and former railway bridge at Hassendean Looking westward.
Road (B6405) and former railway bridge at Hassendean
Looking westward.
A symbolic gravestone at the site of the former Minto Old Parish Church This Memento Mori (remember you must die) portrait stone shows the deceased holding a book which denotes religious devotion. A winged soul above is a symbol of immortality representing the human soul rising to await Judgement Day, while the hammer, tongs and horseshoe below indicates that this is the grave of a blacksmith. Minto Old Parish Church was demolished in 1831, the same year that the present church was built. The stone is in a small group by an ancient yew tree <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/766382">NT5720 : Old headstones at Minto</a>.
A symbolic gravestone at the site of the former Minto Old Parish Church
This Memento Mori (remember you must die) portrait stone shows the deceased holding a book which denotes religious devotion. A winged soul above is a symbol of immortality representing the human soul rising to await Judgement Day, while the hammer, tongs and horseshoe below indicates that this is the grave of a blacksmith. Minto Old Parish Church was demolished in 1831, the same year that the present church was built. The stone is in a small group by an ancient yew tree NT5720 : Old headstones at Minto.
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Minto Hills is located at Grid Ref: NT5520 (Lat: 55.477755, Lng: -2.6980855)

Unitary Authority: The Scottish Borders

Police Authority: The Lothians and Scottish Borders

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Located within 500m of 55.477755,-2.6980855
Ele: 276
Natural: peak
Lat/Long: 55.477909/-2.6983018
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Minto Hills
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Lat/Long: 55.4807878/-2.6980228
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Barrier: stile
Lat/Long: 55.4816677/-2.6969045
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