Cock Law

Hill, Mountain in Roxburghshire

Scotland

Cock Law

Score Head View of the broad ridge below Score Head taken from the faint quad track above Yearning Cleuch. View in the distance is of Auchope Cairn. — Score Head Credit: Steve Revell

Cock Law is a prominent hill located in Roxburghshire, a historic county in the Scottish Borders region of Scotland. Rising to a height of approximately 377 meters (1,237 feet), it forms part of the rolling Southern Uplands and offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.

Situated near the village of Westruther, Cock Law is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers. The hill boasts a diverse array of flora and fauna, including heather moorland, grassy slopes, and scattered woodlands, providing a haven for a wide variety of wildlife. It is not uncommon to spot red grouse, hares, and various bird species such as the kestrel and buzzard while exploring the area.

Cock Law is easily accessible, with a well-marked footpath leading to the summit. The trail is suitable for both experienced hikers and beginners, offering a moderate challenge. Along the way, visitors can enjoy the tranquil beauty of the Scottish countryside, with its rolling hills and patchwork fields.

At the top of Cock Law, hikers are rewarded with magnificent views stretching across the surrounding valleys and hills, including the nearby Lammermuir Hills and Cheviot Hills. On a clear day, it is possible to see as far as the Northumberland coast.

Cock Law is a hidden gem in Roxburghshire, offering a peaceful retreat and an opportunity to immerse oneself in the natural beauty of Scotland's Southern Uplands.

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Cock Law Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.451913/-2.2177452 or Grid Reference NT8617. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Score Head

View of the broad ridge below Score Head taken from the faint quad track above Yearning Cleuch. View in the distance is of Auchope Cairn.

Steve Revell

West of Outer Cock Law

Looking down the gully on the west of the hill across to Windy Rig. The gully is very loose material comprising highly altered rocks affected by the long disappeared volcanic structure of the Kingseat area.

Steve Revell

Randy's Gap nr Kingseat

Looking up to the Border Ridge to the fork in Randy's Gap, a steep sided twin gully of highly altered rocks affected by the Kingseat volcanic mineralisation.

Steve Revell

Thief's Slack on East side of Cock Law

A small sike on the side of Cock Law presumably where a thief could exit the main drover's road and head across to the more secretive Randy's Gap as a route into England across the Border.

Steve Revell