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Bank Hill

Hill, Mountain in Kincardineshire

Scotland

Bank Hill

Rumbleyond croft With a roof ladder in place.
Rumbleyond croft Credit: Stanley Howe

Bank Hill is a prominent hill located in the region of Kincardineshire, Scotland. Rising to an elevation of approximately 223 meters (732 feet), it is considered a significant landmark in the area. Situated in the southern part of the county, Bank Hill offers picturesque views of the surrounding countryside and is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers.

The hill is characterized by its gentle slopes and grassy terrain, making it easily accessible for hikers and walkers of all abilities. A network of well-marked trails and paths crisscrosses the hill, providing ample opportunities for exploration and adventure. The summit of Bank Hill offers panoramic vistas, allowing visitors to admire the scenic beauty of the Kincardineshire region, including the nearby North Sea coastline.

Bank Hill is also known for its rich biodiversity, with a variety of plant and animal species calling the hill their home. The area is particularly renowned for its wildflowers, which bloom in abundance during the spring and summer months, adding splashes of color to the landscape.

In addition to its natural beauty, Bank Hill holds historical significance. The hill has been inhabited for centuries, and archaeological remains have been discovered, including ancient settlements and burial sites. These findings provide valuable insights into the region's past and contribute to the cultural heritage of Kincardineshire.

Overall, Bank Hill in Kincardineshire offers a blend of natural beauty, recreational opportunities, and historical significance. Whether visitors are seeking a leisurely walk, a challenging hike, or a glimpse into the region's past, Bank Hill provides an enriching experience for all who venture to its slopes.

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Bank Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.01557/-2.3074213 or Grid Reference NO8191. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Rumbleyond croft With a roof ladder in place.
Rumbleyond croft
With a roof ladder in place.
H.V. pylon on Meikle Carewe
H.V. pylon on Meikle Carewe
Cairn at the edge of Strathgyle Wood
Cairn at the edge of Strathgyle Wood
Rumbleyond Burn A minor bridge on the Rumbleyond Burn near Union cottage used mainly for farm vehicles on the Rickarton Estate
Rumbleyond Burn
A minor bridge on the Rumbleyond Burn near Union cottage used mainly for farm vehicles on the Rickarton Estate
Estate road at Union Cottage The estate track that leads from Union Cottage through Auquhollie Wood to Rumbleyond, a track used mainly by agricultural vehicles
Estate road at Union Cottage
The estate track that leads from Union Cottage through Auquhollie Wood to Rumbleyond, a track used mainly by agricultural vehicles
Agricultural Land An old track leading from the Lang Stane to the old derelict farm steading of Smallburn
Agricultural Land
An old track leading from the Lang Stane to the old derelict farm steading of Smallburn
A lone tree The track goes through the derelict farm steading of Smallburn, leading to Moss of Blackpots. The tree is surrounded by rubble, and the low remains of farm buildings are just visible in the long grass
A lone tree
The track goes through the derelict farm steading of Smallburn, leading to Moss of Blackpots. The tree is surrounded by rubble, and the low remains of farm buildings are just visible in the long grass
A new hill track The new way marked track leading to Meikle Carewe windfarm. The track snakes like a white ribbon over the Moss of Blackpots and can be seen clearly from the road leading to Easter Auquhollie
A new hill track
The new way marked track leading to Meikle Carewe windfarm. The track snakes like a white ribbon over the Moss of Blackpots and can be seen clearly from the road leading to Easter Auquhollie
Wind Turbine T4 Wind Turbine & access road, one of the turbines at Meikle Carewe windfarm
Wind Turbine
T4 Wind Turbine & access road, one of the turbines at Meikle Carewe windfarm
Strathgyle Wood
Strathgyle Wood
Lang Stane This stone has what is known as an Ogham Inscription on it an ancient Irish alphabet from the fourth or fifth century
Lang Stane
This stone has what is known as an Ogham Inscription on it an ancient Irish alphabet from the fourth or fifth century
Meikle Carewe Looking north towards Aberdeens sunlit tenements this hill is at present at the centre of a controversial windfarm proposal
Meikle Carewe
Looking north towards Aberdeens sunlit tenements this hill is at present at the centre of a controversial windfarm proposal
Mill This ruin of a mill lies west of Easter Auquhollie near Rickarton. The sluice is hidden by the fallen Sycamore tree, but the large stone in front is where one side of the axle of the waterwheel rested on with the other end going through the hole in the wall. The water that powered the mill must have come from a spring as there is no sign of a river or burn at that height on the hill.
Mill
This ruin of a mill lies west of Easter Auquhollie near Rickarton. The sluice is hidden by the fallen Sycamore tree, but the large stone in front is where one side of the axle of the waterwheel rested on with the other end going through the hole in the wall. The water that powered the mill must have come from a spring as there is no sign of a river or burn at that height on the hill.
Waterwheel This is the stone that the axle of the waterwheel rotated on at the old mill near to Easter Auquhollie.
Waterwheel
This is the stone that the axle of the waterwheel rotated on at the old mill near to Easter Auquhollie.
Northward Farm (ruin) A remote farm steading on the east side of Bank Hill now used for sheltering sheep. This had at one time been a fairly large farm by the amount of ruins there are around the building. The hill behind the steading is Meikle Carewe.
Northward Farm (ruin)
A remote farm steading on the east side of Bank Hill now used for sheltering sheep. This had at one time been a fairly large farm by the amount of ruins there are around the building. The hill behind the steading is Meikle Carewe.
Clearfelling in Strathgyle Wood within Durris Forest The clearfelling has been carried out for large portions of the Strathgyle Wood of monoculture coniferous forest.
Clearfelling in Strathgyle Wood within Durris Forest
The clearfelling has been carried out for large portions of the Strathgyle Wood of monoculture coniferous forest.
Forestry operations in Durris Forest
Forestry operations in Durris Forest
Field with southwest slopes of Meikle Carewe Hill in background Note that the upper slopes of Meikle Carewe are moorland, including some of the area within this gridsquare.
Field with southwest slopes of Meikle Carewe Hill in background
Note that the upper slopes of Meikle Carewe are moorland, including some of the area within this gridsquare.
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Bank Hill is located at Grid Ref: NO8191 (Lat: 57.01557, Lng: -2.3074213)

Unitary Authority: Aberdeenshire

Police Authority: North East

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