Rubers Law

Hill, Mountain in Roxburghshire

Scotland

Rubers Law

Footbridge near Spital Tower A plank bridge crossing a small burn in the fields SE of Spital Tower farm. The waymarked route for the Borders Abbeys Way differs slightly from that shown on the 1:25,000 map in this area. — Footbridge near Spital Tower Credit: Jim Barton

Rubers Law is a prominent hill located in Roxburghshire, a historic county in the Scottish Borders region of Scotland. Standing at an elevation of 422 meters (1,385 feet), it is a well-known landmark in the area.

The hill is characterized by its rounded summit and gentle slopes, making it easily accessible for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts. It is situated near the village of Denholm, approximately 6 kilometers (3.7 miles) southwest of Hawick, the largest town in the region.

Rubes Law offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, including the Teviot Valley and the Cheviot Hills to the south. On a clear day, visitors can also spot other notable landmarks such as the Eildon Hills and the Scottish Borders countryside.

The hill is covered in grasses and heather, providing a diverse habitat for various wildlife species. Birdwatchers might be lucky enough to spot birds such as red grouse, skylarks, and meadow pipits in the area.

There are several walking routes and trails that lead to the summit of Rubers Law, varying in difficulty and length. The ascent typically takes around 1-2 hours, depending on the chosen route and individual fitness levels.

Overall, Rubers Law is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts seeking stunning views, a peaceful environment, and an opportunity to connect with nature in the heart of Roxburghshire.

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Rubers Law Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.432186/-2.6646479 or Grid Reference NT5815. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Footbridge near Spital Tower

A plank bridge crossing a small burn in the fields SE of Spital Tower farm. The waymarked route for the Borders Abbeys Way differs slightly from that shown on the 1:25,000 map in this area.

Jim Barton

Rubers Law from the northeast

Although it has a striking conical shape, Rubers Law (424m) is not the direct remains of a volcano itself, but the remnants of the central plug of hard rock left behind after over the 340 million years of erosion have removed the outer layers. The Borders Abbeys Way is routed slightly differently here from the line shown on the map, keeping N of the cottage at Blawearie.

Jim Barton

A burnt area at the summit of Rubers Law

A Jubilee beacon is likely to be the reason for this charred area – not a pretty sight.

Walter Baxter

The triangulation pillar on Rubers Law

The trig point marks the 424m summit of this interesting Border hill. Someone has placed some flowers in the pillar.

Walter Baxter

Flowers on Rubers Law trig point

Someone has left a nice bunch of flowers in the pillar. For a wider view of the trig point, see NT5815 : The triangulation pillar on Rubers Law.

Walter Baxter

Quarry Cottages

These old ruined cottages on the south side of Denholm are near a disused quarry.

Walter Baxter

A pond at Ruberslaw Covert

Aquatic vegetation has taken over this pond to the east of Denholmhill.

Walter Baxter

Rubers Law

Rubers Law seen from near Wester Fodderlee.

Peter McDermott

Rubers Law

Parked on minor road at NT 56771 17259 then followed footpath, gates and fields to access summit path. Great little hill on grey windy morning with occasional rain. Name: Rubers Law Hill number: 1937 Height: 424m / 1391ft Area: 28B: The River Tweed to the English Border Class: Ma Grid ref: NT 58032 15569 Summit feature: rock 1m E of trig Drop: 196m Col: 228m NT567136

Rude Health

Farm lane north-west from Hallrule

The lane rises between fields towards less cultivated then uncultivated land. The hill on the skyline is Rubers Law.

Trevor Littlewood

Cloon Craig

Cloon Craig is a small cliff with associated other minor rock outcrops on the slopes south of the summit of the splendid if minor hill, Rubers Law.

Trevor Littlewood

Farm lane descending to Hallrule

The lane descends through fields from Square Plantation on the southern slopes of Rubers Law. Faw Hill lies on the skyline left of the line of the descending lane.

Trevor Littlewood

The west side of Ruberslaw

This zoom view of the hill was taken in early April from the B6359 near Horsleyhill.

Walter Baxter

Leaving the summit of Rubers Law

I arrived at the summit of the hill just as this walker came up from a different direction. We had just missed the unveiling of a toposcope plate on the triangulation pillar but he was slightly disappointed that this was another trig point that he couldn’t use as an antenna base for his hobby as a radio ham. He has submitted photos to Geograph, but not for the past few years, and while he told me his full name, all I can remember is that he is called Andy. Anyway, here he is leaving the summit on his way to another trig point at Sell Moor Hill near Stow and one that hopefully he will be able to use.

Walter Baxter

The toposcope on Rubers Law

The Borders Exploration Group unveiled a toposcope on the Rubers Law triangulation pillar on Sunday 4th August 2013. The toposcope, designed by Graham Anderson, points out various Border landmarks and is also engraved with overseas places visited by the group during the past 20 years as follows:- International Expeditions (and their years) Lesotho (1993) Ecuador (1995) Kenya (1997) Mongolia (1999) India (2001) Romania (2002) Peru (2003) Pyrenees (2004) Vietnam (2005) Norway (2006) Zambia (2007) Poland (2008) Chile (2010) Ukraine (2011) Cuba (2012) Also engraved on the toposcope plate is:- “Why do I travel? … I see views, people, places I never imagined existed” Excerpt from A Stones Throw – Genesta Hamilton – 1935 The Borders Exploration Group gives all young people resident in the Scottish Borders opportunities to participate in adventurous activities and expeditions designed to assist in their physical, mental and spiritual development. (Source – BEG panel on the trig point).

Walter Baxter

Rubers Law

This telephoto shot of the hill was taken from the southwest side of Ruberslaw Covert on the northern approach to the hill. Around 30 people were on the summit for the unveiling of a toposcope on the triangulation pillar by Sir Michael Strang Steel. The toposcope, organised by the Borders Exploration Group, points out Border landmarks and overseas places visited by the group during the past 20 years. For a view of the toposcope plate, see NT5815 : The toposcope on Rubers Law.

Walter Baxter