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Canness Glen

Valley in Angus

Scotland

Canness Glen

Cliffs on Druim Mor Looking down to Caenlochan Glen 450m below
Cliffs on Druim Mor Credit: wrobison

Canness Glen, Angus (Valley) is a picturesque glen located in the county of Angus, Scotland. This stunning valley is nestled within the rolling hills of the Angus countryside, offering visitors a tranquil and breathtaking experience. The glen is renowned for its natural beauty and is a popular destination for hikers, nature enthusiasts, and those seeking a peaceful retreat.

Canness Glen is characterized by its lush greenery, towering oak trees, and the gentle flow of the Canness Burn, a small stream that meanders through the glen. The glen is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, including wildflowers, moss-covered rocks, and various bird species, making it a haven for wildlife.

Walking trails wind their way through the glen, providing visitors with the opportunity to explore its enchanting landscape. These trails offer stunning views of the surrounding hills and valleys, with several lookout points where one can pause and appreciate the natural beauty of the area.

Visitors to Canness Glen can also discover the remnants of the area's rich history. The glen is dotted with ancient ruins, including the ruins of a 16th-century castle and a burial ground dating back to the Bronze Age. These historical sites provide a glimpse into the region's past and add a sense of mystery and intrigue to the glen.

Overall, Canness Glen, Angus (Valley) is a hidden gem in the Angus countryside, offering visitors a chance to immerse themselves in the beauty of nature and connect with the rich history of the area. Whether it's a leisurely stroll along the walking trails or a moment of reflection by the babbling brook, Canness Glen is sure to captivate and inspire all who visit.

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Canness Glen Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.870075/-3.3111556 or Grid Reference NO2076. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Cliffs on Druim Mor Looking down to Caenlochan Glen 450m below
Cliffs on Druim Mor
Looking down to Caenlochan Glen 450m below
Eastern edge of Monega Hill Top of the eastern escarpment of Monega Hill, with the Caenlochan glen beyond.
Eastern edge of Monega Hill
Top of the eastern escarpment of Monega Hill, with the Caenlochan glen beyond.
Caenlochan Glen Looking up Caenlochan Glen from the southern slope of Monega Hill.
Caenlochan Glen
Looking up Caenlochan Glen from the southern slope of Monega Hill.
Summit area, Finalty Hill Like many Mounth tops, the summit of Finalty Hill is hard to define. There is a road running over it which now goes beyond the ruins of the hut that was here in 1981 when I passed nearby when walking out from Glen Doll Youth Hostel (now closed). The view is across the far more interesting Caenlochan Glen towards Glas Maol.
Summit area, Finalty Hill
Like many Mounth tops, the summit of Finalty Hill is hard to define. There is a road running over it which now goes beyond the ruins of the hut that was here in 1981 when I passed nearby when walking out from Glen Doll Youth Hostel (now closed). The view is across the far more interesting Caenlochan Glen towards Glas Maol.
On Finalty Hill Near the summit with a view towards the top of Learmour Crag across the Canness Glen.
On Finalty Hill
Near the summit with a view towards the top of Learmour Crag across the Canness Glen.
Summit, Finalty Hill A road runs across the vague summit plateau of Finalty Hill. There used to be a hut up here, now long gone.
Summit, Finalty Hill
A road runs across the vague summit plateau of Finalty Hill. There used to be a hut up here, now long gone.
Bogs on Finalty Hill A view over peat hags towards Creag Leacach.
Bogs on Finalty Hill
A view over peat hags towards Creag Leacach.
Road on Finalty Hill A bulldozed road across the plateau, looking towards the summit.
Road on Finalty Hill
A bulldozed road across the plateau, looking towards the summit.
Corrie on Finalty Hill Finalty Hill is a swelling on the Mounth Plateau and this is one of its few distinct features: a corrie at the head of Glen Cally with some broken crags.
Corrie on Finalty Hill
Finalty Hill is a swelling on the Mounth Plateau and this is one of its few distinct features: a corrie at the head of Glen Cally with some broken crags.
Finalty Hill A line of posts marks the course of a road across the plateau.
Finalty Hill
A line of posts marks the course of a road across the plateau.
Road on Finalty Hill A road runs over moorland to the summit and beyond. A summer view:<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1468013">NO2174 : Finalty Hill track</a>
Road on Finalty Hill
A road runs over moorland to the summit and beyond. A summer view:NO2174 : Finalty Hill track
View down Glen Doll Looking down Glen Doll from Finalty Hill with Mayar and Driesh on the right.
View down Glen Doll
Looking down Glen Doll from Finalty Hill with Mayar and Driesh on the right.
Head of the Canness Burn A hanging valley with the Canness Burn flowing towards a plunge into the glacially deepened Canness Glen. Tom Buidhe is on the right of the picture.
Head of the Canness Burn
A hanging valley with the Canness Burn flowing towards a plunge into the glacially deepened Canness Glen. Tom Buidhe is on the right of the picture.
On Finalty Hill The fertile and grassy plateau above Glen Isla.
On Finalty Hill
The fertile and grassy plateau above Glen Isla.
Cairn, Finalty Hill Road marker posts bristle from a cairn on the southern edge of the Finalty Hill plateau.
Cairn, Finalty Hill
Road marker posts bristle from a cairn on the southern edge of the Finalty Hill plateau.
The Mounth The southern edge of the great mountain plateau of eastern Scotland with a view across the head of Glen Isla towards Monega Hill and Glas Maol.
The Mounth
The southern edge of the great mountain plateau of eastern Scotland with a view across the head of Glen Isla towards Monega Hill and Glas Maol.
Black Rigging View off Finalty Hill towards Black Rigging and The Call, ridges running down to Glen Isla.
Black Rigging
View off Finalty Hill towards Black Rigging and The Call, ridges running down to Glen Isla.
Caenlochan Glen from near Brewlands (telephoto) Caenlochan's status as a nature reserve has recently been threatened through over-grazing by red deer.
Caenlochan Glen from near Brewlands (telephoto)
Caenlochan's status as a nature reserve has recently been threatened through over-grazing by red deer.
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Canness Glen is located at Grid Ref: NO2076 (Lat: 56.870075, Lng: -3.3111556)

Unitary Authority: Angus

Police Authority: Tayside

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