Tullos Hill

Hill, Mountain in Kincardineshire

Scotland

Tullos Hill

Depot of oil drilling pipes
Depot of oil drilling pipes Credit: Alex McGregor

Tullos Hill is a prominent hill located in Kincardineshire, Scotland. It is situated approximately 2 miles to the west of the coastal town of Aberdeen, and stands at an elevation of around 100 meters above sea level.

The hill is known for its rich biodiversity and is designated as a Local Nature Reserve. It covers an area of about 16 hectares and is home to a variety of plant and animal species. The landscape of Tullos Hill comprises a mixture of grassland, heathland, and woodland, providing diverse habitats for numerous species to thrive.

The hill offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, including the North Sea and the city of Aberdeen. It is a popular spot for outdoor enthusiasts, walkers, and nature lovers who enjoy exploring its trails and experiencing its tranquil ambiance.

Tullos Hill also holds historical significance, as it was once the site of a prehistoric fort known as Tullos Law, which dates back to the Iron Age. The remains of the fort can still be seen today, providing a fascinating glimpse into Scotland's ancient past.

In recent years, Tullos Hill has been the focus of a controversial project to create a new woodland by planting thousands of trees. This initiative aims to enhance the biodiversity of the area and create a sustainable habitat for various wildlife species. However, it has generated debate among local communities and environmental groups due to concerns about the impact on existing ecosystems and the removal of some of the hill's grassland.

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Tullos Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.124147/-2.0715136 or Grid Reference NJ9503. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Depot of oil drilling pipes
Depot of oil drilling pipes
Flag of convenience The E R Athina oil support vessel enters Aberdeen harbour.  Its home port is Monrovia (Liberia) but I would be surprised if it has ever been near west Africa (<span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flag_of_convenience" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flag_of_convenience">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> ).  Its movements can be tracked here: <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.marinetraffic.com/en/ais/details/ships/shipid:3715544/mmsi:636091426/imo:9448528/vessel:E_R_ATHINA" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.marinetraffic.com/en/ais/details/ships/shipid:3715544/mmsi:636091426/imo:9448528/vessel:E_R_ATHINA">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> .
Flag of convenience
The E R Athina oil support vessel enters Aberdeen harbour. Its home port is Monrovia (Liberia) but I would be surprised if it has ever been near west Africa (LinkExternal link ). Its movements can be tracked here: LinkExternal link .
Edward VIII pillar box... ...at the junction of Gregness Gardens and Girdleness Road.  One of only two to be found in Aberdeen and 136 nationwide.
Edward VIII pillar box...
...at the junction of Gregness Gardens and Girdleness Road. One of only two to be found in Aberdeen and 136 nationwide.
Tullos Primary School The classroom blinds add a nice bit of colour to this iconic 1930s art deco building, but the rusting metal and crumbling mortar are concerning...   B-listed: <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.britishlistedbuildings.co.uk/sc-49995-tullos-primary-school-girdleness-road-#.VxNisaT2amQ" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.britishlistedbuildings.co.uk/sc-49995-tullos-primary-school-girdleness-road-#.VxNisaT2amQ">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> .
Tullos Primary School
The classroom blinds add a nice bit of colour to this iconic 1930s art deco building, but the rusting metal and crumbling mortar are concerning... B-listed: LinkExternal link .
Path... ...through Greenbank industrial estate.  The fly tipping and rotting rubbish absolutely everywhere make it look like a third-world slum.  In the background rather 'boxy' 1960s houses on the steep hillside of Balnagask and behind them, Victorian villas in Torry.
Path...
...through Greenbank industrial estate. The fly tipping and rotting rubbish absolutely everywhere make it look like a third-world slum. In the background rather 'boxy' 1960s houses on the steep hillside of Balnagask and behind them, Victorian villas in Torry.
Beech grove... ...on the hillside above Greenbank industrial estate.
Beech grove...
...on the hillside above Greenbank industrial estate.
Baron's Cairn... ...at the top of Tullos Hill: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://canmore.org.uk/site/20242/barons-cairn-tullos-hill" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://canmore.org.uk/site/20242/barons-cairn-tullos-hill">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> .  Girdleness Lighthouse is just visible in the distance.
Baron's Cairn...
...at the top of Tullos Hill: LinkExternal link . Girdleness Lighthouse is just visible in the distance.
Nigg Kirk Nigg Kirk was built in 1829 to the design of John Smith to replace the (now ruined) St Fittick's Kirk in Torry.  Compare St Clement's Church: <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3378773" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3378773">Link</a> .  As already pointed out by Peter Robinson (<a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3065186" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3065186">Link</a> ), the windows are fakes, presumably on top of the boarded-up originals.
Nigg Kirk
Nigg Kirk was built in 1829 to the design of John Smith to replace the (now ruined) St Fittick's Kirk in Torry. Compare St Clement's Church: Link . As already pointed out by Peter Robinson (Link ), the windows are fakes, presumably on top of the boarded-up originals.
Amec Foster Wheeler office block An energy consultancy: <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.amecfw.com/aboutus/at-a-glance" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.amecfw.com/aboutus/at-a-glance">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> .
Amec Foster Wheeler office block
An energy consultancy: LinkExternal link .
Dusk over Aberdeen Harbour
Dusk over Aberdeen Harbour
Aberdeen harbour scene The fishing boats are gone (or now dock at Peterhead and Fraserburgh) but the harbour is extremely busy with oil support vessels and ferries to the northern isles.  Most of the harbour is shut off by security fences but here is one spot where you can at least observe.
Aberdeen harbour scene
The fishing boats are gone (or now dock at Peterhead and Fraserburgh) but the harbour is extremely busy with oil support vessels and ferries to the northern isles. Most of the harbour is shut off by security fences but here is one spot where you can at least observe.
Norwegian submarine Utsira in Aberdeen Harbour
Norwegian submarine Utsira in Aberdeen Harbour
Norwegian submarine Utsira in Aberdeen Harbour One of several vessels in Aberdeen as part of a NATO exercise.
Norwegian submarine Utsira in Aberdeen Harbour
One of several vessels in Aberdeen as part of a NATO exercise.
Oil company office, Altens industrial estate
Oil company office, Altens industrial estate
Wood Group offices, Altens industrial estate
Wood Group offices, Altens industrial estate
Tidal Harbour, Aberdeen The left-hand channel is the mouth of the River Dee.
Tidal Harbour, Aberdeen
The left-hand channel is the mouth of the River Dee.
Ship leaving Aberdeen Harbour at night, from Footdee
Ship leaving Aberdeen Harbour at night, from Footdee
Aberdeen harbour from the air Taken from a plane just after take-off from Aberdeen Airport.
Aberdeen harbour from the air
Taken from a plane just after take-off from Aberdeen Airport.
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Tullos Hill is located at Grid Ref: NJ9503 (Lat: 57.124147, Lng: -2.0715136)

Unitary Authority: City of Aberdeen

Police Authority: North East

Also known as: Baron's Cairn

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