Reemit Hill

Hill, Mountain in Kincardineshire

Scotland

Reemit Hill

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

Reemit Hill is located in Kincardineshire, Scotland, and is a prominent feature of the area's landscape. Rising to an elevation of approximately 455 meters (1,493 feet), it is classified as a hill rather than a mountain. This picturesque hill boasts stunning panoramic views, making it a popular destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts.

The hill is composed primarily of granite, which lends it a rugged and distinctive appearance. Its slopes are covered in a diverse range of flora and fauna, including heather, gorse, and various species of wildflowers. The surrounding area is also home to a variety of wildlife, such as red deer, rabbits, and birds of prey.

Reemit Hill provides a challenging yet rewarding hiking experience, with several well-marked trails catering to different skill levels. The most common route to the summit is a circular path that starts at the foot of the hill and gradually ascends towards the peak. Along the way, hikers can enjoy breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside, including farmland, forests, and nearby coastal areas.

The hill is steeped in history, with archaeological evidence suggesting human habitation in the area dating back to prehistoric times. There are also remnants of ancient settlements and structures, adding an additional layer of intrigue to the site.

Overall, Reemit Hill is a captivating natural landmark, offering visitors a chance to immerse themselves in the scenic beauty of Kincardineshire while enjoying a rewarding outdoor adventure.

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Reemit Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.071529/-2.1139796 or Grid Reference NO9397. 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

Recently clearcut conifer forest

Young saplings of new growth alien conifers have begun to emerge to cover the ground.

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

Residential lane in Old Portlethen

Photographer is standing at the edge of the paved lane.

C Michael Hogan

Strange coastal industrial land use

Photographer is standing near a large scale industrial gravel staging area; moreover, this type of land use so near the beautiful rugged coastline is a very strange council decision.

C Michael Hogan

Cows grazing not far from the coastline

This pasture is very moist and exhibits a high occurrence of Juncus species.

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

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

Field, North Mains of Findon

A grass field inside a bend on a minor road. The haar is advancing from the North Sea and was soon to bring on a foggy afternoon.

Richard Webb

Railway, Findon

The Aberdeen to Dundee railway gives some exciting views of the coast on this stretch.

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