Boulzie Hill

Hill, Mountain in Angus

Scotland

Boulzie Hill

Rocky shore at the east end of the West Links, Arbroath Credit: Mike Pennington

Boulzie Hill is a prominent hill located in the county of Angus, Scotland. It is situated approximately 5 miles southwest of the town of Forfar, and stands at an elevation of 1,407 feet (429 meters). The hill is part of the Sidlaw Hills range, which stretches across the eastern part of Scotland.

Boulzie Hill boasts a distinctive conical shape, with steep grassy slopes that provide a challenging ascent for hikers and hillwalkers. It offers panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, including the fertile farmland of Strathmore and the rolling hills of Angus.

The hill is known for its rich historical significance. It is home to the Boulzie Limekilns, which are a group of well-preserved limekilns dating back to the 19th century. Lime was an important commodity during this time, used for agricultural improvement and construction. The kilns were used to burn limestone, producing lime which was then spread on fields or used in building materials.

Boulzie Hill is also a popular destination for wildlife enthusiasts. The hill is home to a variety of bird species, including buzzards, kestrels, and peregrine falcons. Visitors may also spot hares, foxes, and other small mammals in the area.

Access to Boulzie Hill is relatively easy, with a number of footpaths and trails leading to its summit. It provides an excellent opportunity for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy a challenging hike while taking in the beautiful scenery and historical landmarks of Angus.

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Boulzie Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.56096/-2.5745701 or Grid Reference NO6441. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Rocky shore at the east end of the West Links, Arbroath

Mike Pennington

Stony Beach

The only land in this square is the beach of stones south of the West Links.

Anne Burgess

Beach giving way to stones, West Links, Arbroath

JThomas

Low tide, West Links, Arbroath

JThomas

Whiting Ness

This is the end of the cliffs, and the place where the NO6541 : Angular Unconformity is easiest to see without slithering over the rocks at sea level.

Anne Burgess

The Blowhole

One of several holes where sea spray is deflected up through a hole in stormy weather.

Anne Burgess

Dickmont's Den

This is the largest of the inlets created by collapsed sea caves along this stretch of cliffs.

Anne Burgess

Blowhole

One of several holes where sea spray is deflected up through a hole in stormy weather.

Anne Burgess

The Needle's E'e

Looking through the Eye of the Needle. This arch is unusual in being parallel to the shore.

Anne Burgess

Through cave to Mermaid's Kirk

This is how the sea gets into Mermaid's Kirk. At this low tide level - 1.2 m - most of this is wadeable.

Nigel Feilden

The Crusie from below

Nigel Feilden

The Crusie and Crusie West Cave

The Crusie blowhole/arch is on the right and Crusie W cave on the left. Taken very near a 0.7 m fairly low low tide. This is why kelp is partly above water on the left.

Nigel Feilden

Housing on Carnie Road (A933), Arbroath

Looking south-eastward.

Peter Wood

Promenade and Victoria Park

A long curving promenade backed by a road and a large open green area known as Victoria park at the NE end of Arbroath.

Gordon Hatton

Inner harbour and marina, Arbroath

Plenty of yachts and other boats in the attractive inner harbour, which is backed by some colourful period buildings.

Gordon Hatton

Signal tower museum, Arbroath

Built in 1813 as a communications tower for the bell Rock lighthouse which stands some 9 miles offshore. The work of Robert Stevenson. This reminds me of similar structures on the islands of Erraid and Tiree, all works of the Stevenson family.

Gordon Hatton

Westhaven memorial by the harbour

The Westhaven was an Arbroath fishing boat that was lost at sea on 10th March 1997 with the loss of four crew. The circumstances were not associated with bad weather, but because fishing gear had become trapped in an underwater obstacle [a pipeline] and the boat capsized.

Gordon Hatton

Gayfield Park

Home of Arbroath Football Club, known as the 'Red Lichties' [whatever that means]. The club appear to be on the up and in the current 2021-22 season are playing in the Scottish Championship alongside such clubs as Inverness and Kilmarnock. The ground capacity is 6600 of which there are just 861 seats.

Gordon Hatton

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Boulzie Hill is located at Grid Ref: NO6441 (Lat: 56.56096, Lng: -2.5745701)

Unitary Authority: Angus

Police Authority: Tayside