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Lamblair Hill

Hill, Mountain in Roxburghshire

Scotland

Lamblair Hill

B6357 up to Wauchope Forest
B6357 up to Wauchope Forest Credit: Mgask

Lamblair Hill is a prominent feature located in Roxburghshire, a historic county in the Scottish Borders region of Scotland. Rising to an elevation of approximately 343 meters (1,125 feet), it is classified as a hill rather than a mountain but still offers breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape.

Situated near the village of Eckford, Lamblair Hill is known for its picturesque and diverse terrain. The hill is characterized by rolling green slopes, interspersed with patches of woodland and scattered rocks. These features contribute to the overall beauty of the area, attracting both locals and tourists alike.

The summit of Lamblair Hill provides stunning panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, including the Cheviot Hills to the south and the Eildon Hills to the west. On clear days, one can see as far as the Northumberland coast and even catch a glimpse of the Scottish Borders' distinct landscape.

Nature enthusiasts will find Lamblair Hill a haven for wildlife, with a variety of species inhabiting the area. The hill is home to a multitude of bird species, including buzzards, kestrels, and pheasants. Additionally, visitors may spot rabbits, hares, and roe deer while exploring the hill's paths and trails.

Lamblair Hill offers numerous walking and hiking opportunities, with well-maintained footpaths leading to the summit. These paths cater to different levels of fitness, making it an accessible destination for outdoor enthusiasts of all ages and abilities.

Overall, Lamblair Hill in Roxburghshire is a stunning natural attraction, celebrated for its scenic beauty, diverse wildlife, and panoramic views, making it a must-visit destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.

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Lamblair Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.306201/-2.6767478 or Grid Reference NT5701. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

B6357 up to Wauchope Forest
B6357 up to Wauchope Forest
Caddroun Burn Clear fell near Caddroun Burn.
Caddroun Burn
Clear fell near Caddroun Burn.
Fanna Hill Parked at NT587027 and followed forestry road to highest point then hit the trees. There's about 250m of ascent straight up through the trees, but they're not too dense so no problem really. Slightly hazy views to Peel Fell and Deadwater Fell. Name: Fanna Hill Hill number: 1927 Height: 515m / 1690ft Area: 28B: The River Tweed to the English Border Class: Hu, 5D, sMa Grid ref: NT 56978 03195 Summit feature: no feature 18m NE of trig point Drop: 148m Col: 367m NT589028
Fanna Hill
Parked at NT587027 and followed forestry road to highest point then hit the trees. There's about 250m of ascent straight up through the trees, but they're not too dense so no problem really. Slightly hazy views to Peel Fell and Deadwater Fell. Name: Fanna Hill Hill number: 1927 Height: 515m / 1690ft Area: 28B: The River Tweed to the English Border Class: Hu, 5D, sMa Grid ref: NT 56978 03195 Summit feature: no feature 18m NE of trig point Drop: 148m Col: 367m NT589028
Wane Cleuch The B6357 crossing Wane Cleuch near Singdean.
Wane Cleuch
The B6357 crossing Wane Cleuch near Singdean.
Logging road, Wauchope Forest In a privately managed part of the forest near Note o' the Gate. I did not get far as clear felling was in progress near the track further in.
Logging road, Wauchope Forest
In a privately managed part of the forest near Note o' the Gate. I did not get far as clear felling was in progress near the track further in.
Young trees, Wauchope Forest On the south side of the watershed at Note o' the Gate.
Young trees, Wauchope Forest
On the south side of the watershed at Note o' the Gate.
Road works, Murderdean Sike Patching up the B6357 near Singdean.
Road works, Murderdean Sike
Patching up the B6357 near Singdean.
Logging road, Wauchope Forest Rounding a spur on Dogbank Hill. This part of the forest is managed by UPM Tilhill and is almost entirely commercial conifers.
Logging road, Wauchope Forest
Rounding a spur on Dogbank Hill. This part of the forest is managed by UPM Tilhill and is almost entirely commercial conifers.
Clear felled area, Wauchope Forest Dogbank Hill, above the logging road.
Clear felled area, Wauchope Forest
Dogbank Hill, above the logging road.
Clear felled area, Fanna Bog Not a bog now, but a replanted conifer forest. Clear felling is in progress in the distance.
Clear felled area, Fanna Bog
Not a bog now, but a replanted conifer forest. Clear felling is in progress in the distance.
Singdean Burn Upper reaches of the Singdean or Singden Burn on Fanna Hill. There are a lot of windthrown trees in there.
Singdean Burn
Upper reaches of the Singdean or Singden Burn on Fanna Hill. There are a lot of windthrown trees in there.
Fanna Bog/ Fanna Hill Forest Fanna Bog, now a conifer plantation managed by UPM Tilhill. Clear felling is in progress on Whitegrain Fell in the background.
Fanna Bog/ Fanna Hill Forest
Fanna Bog, now a conifer plantation managed by UPM Tilhill. Clear felling is in progress on Whitegrain Fell in the background.
Timber cutting, Wauchope Forest This privately managed bit of the forest is mapped as Fanna Hill Forest. Logs are being stacked having been carted down from the hillside above.
Timber cutting, Wauchope Forest
This privately managed bit of the forest is mapped as Fanna Hill Forest. Logs are being stacked having been carted down from the hillside above.
Logging road, Fanna Bog Newly felled block on the flank of Whitegrain Fell.
Logging road, Fanna Bog
Newly felled block on the flank of Whitegrain Fell.
Wauchope Forest, Singdean Young spiky things beside the B6357.
Wauchope Forest, Singdean
Young spiky things beside the B6357.
Waterfall, Wane Cleuch A small fall below the B6357 near Singdean.
Waterfall, Wane Cleuch
A small fall below the B6357 near Singdean.
Windthrow, Wauchope Forest Fallen timber beside the B6357.
Windthrow, Wauchope Forest
Fallen timber beside the B6357.
Singdean The B6357 descends from the pass at Note o' the Gate.
Singdean
The B6357 descends from the pass at Note o' the Gate.
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Lamblair Hill is located at Grid Ref: NT5701 (Lat: 55.306201, Lng: -2.6767478)

Unitary Authority: The Scottish Borders

Police Authority: The Lothians and Scottish Borders

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Natural: peak
Lat/Long: 55.3065384/-2.6769628
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