Gallows Hill

Hill, Mountain in Aberdeenshire

Scotland

Gallows Hill

Main Street in Hatton Credit: Ralph Greig

Gallows Hill is a prominent hill located in Aberdeenshire, Scotland. Standing at an elevation of approximately 500 meters, it is a well-known landmark in the region. The hill is situated near the town of Aberchirder and offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.

The name "Gallows Hill" is a testament to its dark history. In the past, this hill was a site where public executions were carried out, particularly during the 17th and 18th centuries. Criminals found guilty of various crimes were brought here to meet their fate, often hanged from the gallows erected on the hilltop. This somber past has left an eerie atmosphere lingering around the area.

Today, Gallows Hill is a popular destination for hikers, nature enthusiasts, and history buffs alike. Many visitors are drawn to the hill for its breathtaking views and the opportunity to explore the surrounding countryside. The hill is accessible via well-maintained trails, making it a relatively easy hike for individuals of varying fitness levels.

As visitors ascend the hill, they are greeted by a diverse array of flora and fauna, including heather, wildflowers, and a variety of bird species. The summit offers a vantage point from which one can appreciate the rolling hills, lush green valleys, and distant mountains that make up the Aberdeenshire landscape.

Gallows Hill stands both as a reminder of Aberdeenshire's dark past and as a testament to the natural beauty that can be found in this picturesque region of Scotland.

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Gallows Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.419873/-1.8924658 or Grid Reference NK0636. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Main Street in Hatton

Ralph Greig

St James Church, Cruden

Mrs W J Sutherland

Milltown

Looking across the Water of Cruden towards the farm of Milltown. The brown swathes on the fields are the harvested rape. The prominent kirk with the spire is in an adjacent square.

Anne Burgess

Bishop's Bridge

This modest bridge spanning the Water of Cruden is named after Bishop James Drummond, who first caused a bridge to be built here. It bears the date 1697, and was widened by corbel-stones over the original abutments at the instance of the Earl of Erroll in 1763. The arms of the Earl and the Bishop are on the south face of the bridge.

Anne Burgess

Cruden Bay station (remains), 1988

View westward, towards Ellon: ex-GNSR Ellon - Boddam branch, closed throughout to passengers from 31/10/32, to freight 7/11/45. Before World War Two an electric tramway used to run from the station to Cruden Bay Hotel, but the hotel and tramway, also the whole branch, were taken over by the Military in 1941.

Ben Brooksbank

Water of Cruden from Bishop's Bridge

Only a mile from the sea, the river is still very narrow. The stone bridge was funded by Bishop James Drummond, built 1659 or soon after, when he came to live in this area. In the far distance, the landmark church spire at Chapel Hill is just visible through the trees. See Link

Colin Smith

Red House Hotel, Cruden Bay

commands an excellent view over the golf links

Ken Fitlike

Hatton, Station Hotel

typical small village pub / hotel

Ken Fitlike

St Olaf's Hotel, Cruden Bay

...and another 'overlooking the golf course' Cruden Bay hostelry

Ken Fitlike

Hatton Mill

old village water mill buildings refurbished in the late 70s into a nice pub

Ken Fitlike

Hatton Kirk

typical Aberdeenshire village church.

Ken Fitlike

Road embankment work - Hatton Bends

work ongoing to re-align the A90 between Hatton and Auchiries - a series of notorious twisty bends and undulating land shape

Ken Fitlike

Bridgend major road works

a series of notorious awkward bends being re-aligned north of Hatton. This is the most complex section, with the new straight section crossing over the Water of Cruden

Ken Fitlike

Bridge over Water of Cruden

part of dismantled rail-line Cruden Bay to Ellon via Hatton

Ken Fitlike

Crossroads at Auchiries

Minor roads cross the busy A92 Peterhead to Aberdeen road. Heavy oil industry related traffic make this an arduous journey most of the time, with lorry convoys testing the motorists' patience. The bungalow MUST have double-glazing!

Ken Fitlike