Black Cairn Hill

Hill, Mountain in Fife

Scotland

Black Cairn Hill

South bank of the Firth of Tay Near Newburgh. — South bank of the Firth of Tay Credit: Richard Webb

Black Cairn Hill is a prominent hill located in the Kingdom of Fife, Scotland. Standing at an elevation of 562 meters (1,844 feet), it is part of the Ochil Hills range and is one of the highest peaks in the region. The hill is situated near the village of Cleish, approximately 12 kilometers (7.5 miles) southwest of Kinross and 32 kilometers (20 miles) north of Edinburgh.

The name "Black Cairn Hill" is derived from the distinctive rocky outcrop at its summit, resembling a cairn or a burial mound. The hill itself is predominantly composed of sandstone and is known for its rugged and rocky terrain, making it a popular destination for hillwalkers and hikers seeking a challenging climb.

The ascent to the summit offers panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, including the Ochil Hills, Loch Leven, and the Lomond Hills. On a clear day, it is possible to see as far as the Firth of Forth and the Pentland Hills.

Black Cairn Hill is also known for its rich history. It is believed to have been a significant landmark during ancient times, potentially serving as a site for rituals or gatherings. The hill is peppered with remnants of prehistoric settlements, such as cairns and stone circles, indicating human activity in the area dating back thousands of years.

Overall, Black Cairn Hill is a captivating natural landmark in Fife, offering both outdoor enthusiasts and history buffs a unique and rewarding experience.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 56.340821/-3.2414483 or Grid Reference NO2317. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

South bank of the Firth of Tay Near Newburgh.

South bank of the Firth of Tay

Near Newburgh.

South bank of the Firth of Tay Near Newburgh.

South bank of the Firth of Tay

Near Newburgh.

Mugdrum House Near Newburgh

Mugdrum House

Near Newburgh

Newburgh seen from the South Deep Newburgh offers some escape routes off the water without too much interaction with the mud. Make sure you are on the right side of The Hard though. The ebb tide runs fast close to the shore here, unlike the slower flow by Mugdrum Island.

Newburgh seen from the South Deep

Newburgh offers some escape routes off the water without too much interaction with the mud. Make sure you are on the right side of The Hard though. The ebb tide runs fast close to the shore here, unlike the slower flow by Mugdrum Island.

Navigation marker off Newburgh One of a pair of bright orange marker barrels off Mugdrum Island.

Navigation marker off Newburgh

One of a pair of bright orange marker barrels off Mugdrum Island.

Mugdrum Island

Mugdrum Island

Reed beds, Mugdrum Island There is a sea wall around the centre of the island this is surrounded by extensive reed beds.

Reed beds, Mugdrum Island

There is a sea wall around the centre of the island this is surrounded by extensive reed beds.

Reed beds, Mugdrum Island

Reed beds, Mugdrum Island

Reed beds, Mugdrum Island

Reed beds, Mugdrum Island

Newburgh Harbour A relatively mud free corner enabled a clean exit off the river at around 2 hours before low water. I would not want to have got here much later.
I had also just dropped my camera in the not so silvery Tay and was glad for a quick retrieval although it would have soon turned up as the tide fell.

The way out is by the metal ladder.

Newburgh Harbour

A relatively mud free corner enabled a clean exit off the river at around 2 hours before low water. I would not want to have got here much later. I had also just dropped my camera in the not so silvery Tay and was glad for a quick retrieval although it would have soon turned up as the tide fell. The way out is by the metal ladder.

Newburgh Harbour and the South Deep The mud was avoidable when taking out - just.

Newburgh Harbour and the South Deep

The mud was avoidable when taking out - just.

High Street, Newburgh

High Street, Newburgh

Reef Mog A close off Newburgh High Street.

Reef Mog

A close off Newburgh High Street.

Shop, Newburgh High Street Number plate designs of the time. There was a current craze for three dimensional plates or 4D as they call them here.

Shop, Newburgh High Street

Number plate designs of the time. There was a current craze for three dimensional plates or 4D as they call them here.

Car park, Newburgh With a view over Mugdrum Island.

Car park, Newburgh

With a view over Mugdrum Island.

Ramp into the mud The River Tay at Newburgh at low tide. Small tufts of grass sticking out. Mugdrum Island is the much bigger bit of land in the middle of the river.

Ramp into the mud

The River Tay at Newburgh at low tide. Small tufts of grass sticking out. Mugdrum Island is the much bigger bit of land in the middle of the river.

Beginning of the Fife Coastal Path in Newburgh Gateway in the public park on the west side of Newburgh marking the beginning of the Fife Coastal Path.

Beginning of the Fife Coastal Path in Newburgh

Gateway in the public park on the west side of Newburgh marking the beginning of the Fife Coastal Path.

Newburgh War Memorial The war memorial on the west side of Newburgh, with the High Street to the right.

Newburgh War Memorial

The war memorial on the west side of Newburgh, with the High Street to the right.

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Black Cairn Hill is located at Grid Ref: NO2317 (Lat: 56.340821, Lng: -3.2414483)

Unitary Authority: Fife

Police Authority: Fife

Also known as: Ormiston Hill

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///exile.stage.tomato. Near Newburgh, Fife

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