Butt Roads

Hill, Mountain in Roxburghshire

Scotland

Butt Roads

The Usway Burn Taken just after fording the Clay Burn, this photograph shows the Usway Burn not long after it has tumbled down Davidson&#039;s Linn, some 800 metres upstream. Whilst the current Ordnance Survey map of the area shows a footbridge (FB) across the Clay Burn at this point, there is in fact no bridge here, nor has there ever been one. However, the 1866 First edition of the Ordnance Survey Six-Inch map does show a footbridge a few hundred metres upstream on the Clay Burn. For a selection of detailed free to download walking routes in the area visit <span class="nowrap"><a title="www.cheviotwalks.co.uk" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.cheviotwalks.co.uk">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> — The Usway Burn Credit: Geoff Holland

Butt Roads is a prominent hill located in Roxburghshire, a historic county in the southern part of Scotland. It is situated near the village of Roxburgh, approximately 3 miles southwest of the town of Kelso. Butt Roads is part of the Cheviot Hills range, which stretches across the border of Scotland and England.

Rising to an elevation of around 476 meters (1,562 feet), Butt Roads offers breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside. Its location at the edge of the Cheviot Hills provides an ideal vantage point to observe the rolling hills, meandering rivers, and picturesque valleys that define the landscape of Roxburghshire.

The hill is accessible via various walking routes and trails, allowing outdoor enthusiasts and hikers to explore its scenic beauty. The paths leading to Butt Roads are well-maintained, making it a popular destination for both locals and tourists seeking an invigorating outdoor experience.

The summit of Butt Roads offers a panoramic view of the surrounding area, including the nearby River Teviot, the Eildon Hills to the northwest, and the rugged terrain of the Scottish Borders region. On a clear day, it is even possible to catch a glimpse of the Northumberland National Park in England.

Butt Roads is not only a natural gem but also holds historical significance. The hill overlooks the remains of Roxburgh Castle, once a formidable fortress that played a crucial role in the turbulent history of the Scottish-English border. Today, the ruins of the castle serve as a reminder of the area's rich past and provide visitors with a glimpse into its medieval heritage.

In conclusion, Butt Roads is a captivating hill in Roxburghshire, Scotland, offering stunning views, hiking opportunities, and a connection to the region's historical legacy.

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Butt Roads Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.44271/-2.1976989 or Grid Reference NT8716. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The Usway Burn

Taken just after fording the Clay Burn, this photograph shows the Usway Burn not long after it has tumbled down Davidson's Linn, some 800 metres upstream. Whilst the current Ordnance Survey map of the area shows a footbridge (FB) across the Clay Burn at this point, there is in fact no bridge here, nor has there ever been one. However, the 1866 First edition of the Ordnance Survey Six-Inch map does show a footbridge a few hundred metres upstream on the Clay Burn. For a selection of detailed free to download walking routes in the area visit Link

Geoff Holland

Restricted Byway near Davidson's Linn

This track, which was formalised a few years ago, follows more or less the course of the ancient cross-border track known as Salter's Road and is a restricted byway. In the distance, in a clearing in the forest, lies Davidson's Linn, one of the finest waterfalls in Northumberland. For a selection of detailed free to download walking routes in the area visit Link

Geoff Holland

Marker Post, Uswayford Forest

This is one of a handful of such posts along this stretch of the restricted byway known as Salter's Road. The Clay Burn flows through the valley to the left of the photograph. For a selection of detailed free to download walking routes in the area visit Link

Geoff Holland

Buttroads Sike in the Uswayford plantation

Autumn approaching in this dense plantation. There are breaks where there is a stream though, known locally as sikes. Buttroads was one of the minor droving routes crossing the border ridge and dropping onto Randy's Gap on the Scottish side.

Steve Revell

Forest Track in Uswayford plantation

Looking North East towards the Cheviot massif (in the background) from the forest track between Buttraods Sike and Murder Cleugh. Note the amount of self seeded spruce on the track side.

Steve Revell

Davidson's Burn in the Uswayford Plantation

Davidson's Burn in a corridor of bracken, heather and extremely hummocky grass as it passes through the upper reaches of the Uswayford Plantation. Had hoped there may be a faint path down stream but no sign. 450m above sea level, this plantation creeps up almost to the border ridge.

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

Top of Broad Leas near Cocklawfoot in The Scottish Borders

Mown by sheep for centuries who will forsee the next evolution: foresters; conversationalists; wildlifers; or politicians who license them all??

ian shiell

The Pennine Way near Blair's Hole

Dave Kelly

The Pennine Way near Blair's Hole

Dave Kelly

The Pennine Way near Outer Cock Law

Dave Kelly

The Pennine Way near Randy's Gap

Dave Kelly

The Pennine Way near King's Seat

Dave Kelly

The Salter`s Road through the Uswayford Forest

This forest track also doubles as The Salter`s Road which, in the centre of the photograph, turns right and heads downhill to Davidson`s Linn. For a selection of detailed free to download walking routes in the area visit Link

Geoff Holland

Valley of the Usway Burn

The gate and fence mark the boundary of the Uswayford Forest as the thin path descends towards the junction of the Clay (just out of sight) and Usway Burns. The building in the background belongs to the farm at Uswayford and the hill behind is Yarnspath Law. This is a similar view to the one at Link but taken at a different time of year. For a selection of detailed free to download walking routes in the area visit Link

Geoff Holland

Boundary fence on Hen Hill

This fence climbs the north western slopes of Hen Hill towards the upper slopes of Bloodybush Edge and separates the Uswayford Forest from the rough grasslands of Hen Hill. The Clay Burn flows through the narrow valley below. For a selection of detailed free to download walking routes in the area visit Link

Geoff Holland

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Butt Roads is located at Grid Ref: NT8716 (Lat: 55.44271, Lng: -2.1976989)

Unitary Authority: The Scottish Borders

Police Authority: The Lothians and Scottish Borders