Easter Hill

Hill, Mountain in Roxburghshire

Scotland

Easter Hill

Barley field below the Eildon Hills, Melrose A field on The Annay beside the Tweed with Eildon Hill North (L) and Mid Hill (R). The houses are on the eastern fringe of Melrose. — Barley field below the Eildon Hills, Melrose Credit: Jim Barton

Easter Hill is a prominent hill located in Roxburghshire, a historic county in the Scottish Borders region of Scotland. Rising to an elevation of approximately 340 meters (1,115 feet), it offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding landscape.

Situated near the village of Morebattle, Easter Hill is part of a range of rolling hills that form a picturesque backdrop to the region. It is characterized by its gentle slopes covered in lush green grass, dotted with patches of heather and shrubs. The hill is known for its tranquil and unspoiled natural beauty, attracting hikers, nature enthusiasts, and photographers.

Easter Hill is easily accessible via well-defined footpaths, making it a popular destination for outdoor activities. The ascent to the summit is relatively moderate, making it suitable for all skill levels. As visitors make their way up, they can enjoy the breathtaking vistas of the surrounding farmland, quaint villages, and the meandering River Tweed.

The hill is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, including various species of birds, rabbits, and occasionally deer. The area is also known for its wildflowers, which bloom in vibrant colors during the spring and summer months.

Easter Hill holds historical significance as well. It is believed to have been a site of ancient settlements, and remnants of prehistoric structures have been discovered in the vicinity. Exploring the hill not only offers a chance to appreciate its natural splendor but also provides an opportunity to connect with the region's rich cultural heritage.

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Easter Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.609466/-2.6886137 or Grid Reference NT5635. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Barley field below the Eildon Hills, Melrose

A field on The Annay beside the Tweed with Eildon Hill North (L) and Mid Hill (R). The houses are on the eastern fringe of Melrose.

Jim Barton

The Tweed east of Melrose

The Tweed seen from an elevated stile on the riverside path to Newstead.

Jim Barton

Yesterday's rain, River Tweed

Very heavy showers yesterday have increased the flow and coloured the water with suspended mud, here in a narrowing of the river near Newstead.

Jim Barton

Main Street, Newstead

A village close to the Trimontium Roman site east of Melrose.

Jim Barton

Tractor laying a pipe

The tractor was reversing around the field, unreeling a hosepipe from a drum held at the front, a skilled piece of driving. Presumably the pipe is for irrigation.

Jim Barton

Former Waverley Line near Broomhill

The line from Melrose to Hawick, somewhere near the junction with the former Berwickshire railway route from the Leaderfoot Viaduct. Now it is simply a slightly overgrown footpath signposted 'Old Melrose', leading to the A68 in a few hundred metres.

Jim Barton

Former Waverley Line near Broomhill (2)

The line a little further along; from here the next station was Newtown St Boswells. See also Walter Baxter's photograph NT5733 : Dismantled railway line taken in 2007.

Jim Barton