Furnes Hillock

Hill, Mountain in Kincardineshire

Scotland

Furnes Hillock

Island residential street adjacent to dual carriageway This odd street has no access other than directly to the dual carriageway. Thus the sound levels are quite high here, as front yards face the A90. — Island residential street adjacent to dual carriageway Credit: C Michael Hogan

Furnes Hillock is a prominent hill located in Kincardineshire, Scotland. Situated within the Cairngorms National Park, it stands at an elevation of approximately 1,400 feet (427 meters) above sea level. The hill is part of the expansive Grampian Mountains range, which stretches across the eastern part of Scotland.

Known for its stunning natural beauty, Furnes Hillock offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. Its slopes are covered in lush green vegetation, including heather and grasses, providing a picturesque backdrop for hikers and nature enthusiasts. The hill is also home to a variety of wildlife, including birds, deer, and smaller mammals.

Furnes Hillock is a popular destination for outdoor activities such as hiking, hillwalking, and birdwatching. There are several well-defined trails that lead to the summit, catering to both experienced and novice hikers. The hill's relatively gentle slopes make it accessible to a wide range of fitness levels.

At the summit of Furnes Hillock, visitors can enjoy uninterrupted vistas of the surrounding mountains and valleys. On clear days, it is possible to see as far as the North Sea coastline to the east. The hill is particularly famous for its stunning sunrises and sunsets, attracting photographers and nature enthusiasts alike.

Overall, Furnes Hillock is a natural gem within the Cairngorms National Park, offering visitors an opportunity to immerse themselves in the beauty of the Scottish Highlands and explore its diverse flora and fauna.

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Furnes Hillock Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.063611/-2.1175499 or Grid Reference NO9296. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Island residential street adjacent to dual carriageway

This odd street has no access other than directly to the dual carriageway. Thus the sound levels are quite high here, as front yards face the A90.

C Michael Hogan

Quiet, but wide residential street

Photographer is standing near the street edge

C Michael Hogan

Looking towards Cammachmore Bay

Photographer is standing at the verge of the minor paved road.

C Michael Hogan

Coastal scene at England farm

A wisp of the North Sea is visible at image upper right. This locale is only accessible on an unpaved farm road; hence the 4x4 vehicle is desirable.

C Michael Hogan

Coastal view towards Downies

Access to this point only via unpaved farm track.

C Michael Hogan

Residential lane in Old Portlethen

Photographer is standing at the edge of the paved lane.

C Michael Hogan

Coastal access limited by residential uses

Since there is no parking and no signage present, the coastal visitor here in Old Portlethen is in a quandary as to how best to achieve access to the beautiful rugged coastline that lies beyond. Most significantly, the planning decisions that led up to the present land use configuration, are confusing to say the least, with a curtain wall of single family residences effectively occupying most of the potential coastal access from the village.

C Michael Hogan

Stone Circle by Causey Mounth

A stone circle of 4 standing stones of different sizes. In a field just by the Causey Mounth (old road connecting Aberdeen and Stonehaven). Taken looking across to the North Sea

Jenny Flett

Causey Mounth

An unsealed road on the route of an old Mounth Road. Here it passes a poultry unit and approaches the oil dominated industrial areas of Portlethen.

Richard Webb

A90, Portlethen

The road linking Aberdeen with the South passes the new industrial community of Portlethen.

Richard Webb

Portlethen Railway Station

View from an overbridge, looking northwards. This has been the site of a station for a long time, since well before the building of a small town at Portlethen and it used to serve Portlethen Village on the coast.

Richard Webb

Railway bridge, Portlethen

A massive bridge on a long embankment. The railway crosses Thistle Drive and route 1 of the National Cycle Network.

Richard Webb

Reemit Hill

Grass fields outside Findon. The dyke conceals a minor road.

Richard Webb

Middleton

The glass houses do not appear on maps or aerial photographs, and are probably new. The coast is not far away and the haar can be seen in the background. It was soon to return to the land.

Richard Webb

Portlethen: postbox № AB12 13

A modern design of postbox, intended for locations such as this, just inside a large out-of-town ASDA supermarket. It is pictured at 7:30 on a Sunday morning, just as the store is opening, and is emptied finally at 6:30pm on weekdays and at 12:45pm on Saturdays.

Chris Downer