Broom Hill

Hill, Mountain in Roxburghshire

Scotland

Broom Hill

Fawhope Rig Five TUMP circuit from Upper Hindhope with Smudge. Fawhope Rig, Goshen Hill, Philip Law, Heugh Law and Loddan Hill.
Name: Fawhope Rig
Hill number: 13956
Height: 372m / 1220ft
Parent (Ma/M): 2302  The Cheviot
Section: 28B: The River Tweed to the English Border
County/UA: Scottish Borders (UA)
Class: Tump (300-399m)
Grid ref: NT 74409 09798
Summit feature: no feature: grass
Drop: 43m
Col: 329m  NT737094
Fawhope Rig Credit: Rude Health

Broom Hill is a prominent hill located in the county of Roxburghshire, Scotland. It is situated in the southern region of the country, near the town of Hawick. With an elevation of approximately 290 meters (951 feet), it offers breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape.

The hill is characterized by its gently sloping sides and is covered in verdant grasslands and heather, providing a picturesque sight, especially during the summer months. Its location in the heart of the Scottish Borders region ensures that Broom Hill is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts, hikers, and photographers.

The summit of Broom Hill is accessible by well-maintained footpaths, allowing visitors to explore the area at their own pace. From the top, one can relish stunning panoramic vistas that stretch across the rolling hills, scenic valleys, and tranquil rivers that define the Roxburghshire countryside. On a clear day, it is even possible to see the distant peaks of the Cheviot Hills and the Northumberland National Park.

Broom Hill also holds historical significance, as it was once home to an Iron Age fort. Archaeological artifacts have been discovered in the vicinity, providing evidence of the hill's ancient past.

Whether it be for a leisurely stroll, a challenging hike, or a moment of tranquility amidst nature, Broom Hill offers a delightful experience for all who visit. Its natural beauty, accessibility, and historical significance make it a must-see destination in Roxburghshire.

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Broom Hill Images

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Fawhope Rig Five TUMP circuit from Upper Hindhope with Smudge. Fawhope Rig, Goshen Hill, Philip Law, Heugh Law and Loddan Hill.
Name: Fawhope Rig
Hill number: 13956
Height: 372m / 1220ft
Parent (Ma/M): 2302  The Cheviot
Section: 28B: The River Tweed to the English Border
County/UA: Scottish Borders (UA)
Class: Tump (300-399m)
Grid ref: NT 74409 09798
Summit feature: no feature: grass
Drop: 43m
Col: 329m  NT737094
Fawhope Rig
Five TUMP circuit from Upper Hindhope with Smudge. Fawhope Rig, Goshen Hill, Philip Law, Heugh Law and Loddan Hill. Name: Fawhope Rig Hill number: 13956 Height: 372m / 1220ft Parent (Ma/M): 2302 The Cheviot Section: 28B: The River Tweed to the English Border County/UA: Scottish Borders (UA) Class: Tump (300-399m) Grid ref: NT 74409 09798 Summit feature: no feature: grass Drop: 43m Col: 329m NT737094
Shelter Beside Track An open ended shed that provides shelter for animals beside a farm track near Upper Hindhope.
Shelter Beside Track
An open ended shed that provides shelter for animals beside a farm track near Upper Hindhope.
Diesel Pump Diesel pump beside farm track below farm cottages at Upper Hindhope.
Diesel Pump
Diesel pump beside farm track below farm cottages at Upper Hindhope.
The valley of Hindhope Burn Typical steep sided valley on the Scottish side of the Cheviots. The Hindhope Burn, which is hidden down below, is heading NE at this point, but circles around Hindhope Law to head west and join the beginnings of the Kale Water at Nether Hindhope.
The valley of Hindhope Burn
Typical steep sided valley on the Scottish side of the Cheviots. The Hindhope Burn, which is hidden down below, is heading NE at this point, but circles around Hindhope Law to head west and join the beginnings of the Kale Water at Nether Hindhope.
There may be trouble ahead Not so much caused by the rather frisky cattle, but by the fact that there was a feeding area on the trackside ahead where the whole area had been churned into a sea of grey mud with added cow pats. The shapely hill in the distance is Philip Law 414m.
There may be trouble ahead
Not so much caused by the rather frisky cattle, but by the fact that there was a feeding area on the trackside ahead where the whole area had been churned into a sea of grey mud with added cow pats. The shapely hill in the distance is Philip Law 414m.
Border country from the air The Cheviot Hills are mostly under cloud on the right, Upper Hindhope is at the bottom, to the left of the cloud.
Border country from the air
The Cheviot Hills are mostly under cloud on the right, Upper Hindhope is at the bottom, to the left of the cloud.
Upper Hindhope A traditional stone steading, with arched bays around an inner courtyard.
Upper Hindhope
A traditional stone steading, with arched bays around an inner courtyard.
Sheds at Upper Hindhope Corrugated iron sheds besides the Hawkwillow Burn, a headwater of the Kale Water.
Sheds at Upper Hindhope
Corrugated iron sheds besides the Hawkwillow Burn, a headwater of the Kale Water.
Long Burn A gloomy scene on a dreich wet day at Upper Hindhope.
Long Burn
A gloomy scene on a dreich wet day at Upper Hindhope.
Boggy Land Even from the relatively safe height of the road, you can see how wet the floor of the valley is.
Boggy Land
Even from the relatively safe height of the road, you can see how wet the floor of the valley is.
Hindhope View upstream near the head of the Kale Water.
Hindhope
View upstream near the head of the Kale Water.
Hind Hope
Hind Hope
Whiteside Hill above Hind Hope A linear earthwork crosses the ridge of Whiteside Hill just left (south) of the summit extending to stream valleys on both sides. Old cross-Border tracks pass through two gaps on the sides of the ridge.
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Whiteside Hill above Hind Hope
A linear earthwork crosses the ridge of Whiteside Hill just left (south) of the summit extending to stream valleys on both sides. Old cross-Border tracks pass through two gaps on the sides of the ridge. LinkExternal link
Above Grindstone Burn
Above Grindstone Burn
Moorland north of Grindstone Burn
Moorland north of Grindstone Burn
Grindstone Burn
Grindstone Burn
Ruined outbuildings, Fawhope One of many farms and dwellings lost to the big forests of the Border.
Ruined outbuildings, Fawhope
One of many farms and dwellings lost to the big forests of the Border.
Road, Fawhope
Road, Fawhope
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Broom Hill is located at Grid Ref: NT7509 (Lat: 55.380721, Lng: -2.3851645)

Unitary Authority: The Scottish Borders

Police Authority: The Lothians and Scottish Borders

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