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Berrystell Hope

Valley in Roxburghshire

Scotland

Berrystell Hope

The Pennine Way near Ogre Hill
The Pennine Way near Ogre Hill Credit: Dave Kelly

Berrystell Hope is a scenic valley located in Roxburghshire, Scotland. Nestled amidst the picturesque Scottish Borders, this small valley is renowned for its stunning landscapes and tranquil atmosphere. With its rolling hills, verdant meadows, and winding streams, Berrystell Hope offers a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of city life.

The valley is characterized by its diverse flora and fauna, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts and wildlife lovers. The area is home to an array of plant species, including heather, bluebells, and wild roses, which adorn the landscape with vibrant colors during the spring and summer months. Visitors can also spot numerous bird species, such as red grouse, skylarks, and buzzards, as they soar through the clear blue skies.

In addition to its natural beauty, Berrystell Hope boasts a rich history and cultural heritage. The valley is dotted with ancient ruins, stone circles, and remnants of old settlements, offering a glimpse into its past. It is believed that the area has been inhabited since prehistoric times, with evidence of human presence dating back thousands of years.

Outdoor activities are plentiful in Berrystell Hope, with opportunities for hiking, cycling, and horse riding among the scenic trails that wind through the valley. The area is also renowned for its excellent fishing spots, attracting anglers from far and wide.

Overall, Berrystell Hope is a hidden gem in Roxburghshire, offering a peaceful retreat for those seeking to immerse themselves in nature and discover the rich history and natural wonders of Scotland.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 55.378364/-2.3469353 or Grid Reference NT7809. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The Pennine Way near Ogre Hill
The Pennine Way near Ogre Hill
The Pennine Way near Coquet Head
The Pennine Way near Coquet Head
The Pennine Way near River Coquet
The Pennine Way near River Coquet
The Pennine Way at the SE corner of the Roman Camp
The Pennine Way at the SE corner of the Roman Camp
The Pennine Way near Chew Sike
The Pennine Way near Chew Sike
The Pennine Way near Brownhart Law
The Pennine Way near Brownhart Law
The Pennine Way near Brownhart Law
The Pennine Way near Brownhart Law
On Brownhart Law Following and indistinct path across the slopes of Brownhart Law on the English side of the border. The Cheviot is prominent in the distance, with the small 'pimple' of Auchope Cairn just visible on the left of the distant ridge.
On Brownhart Law
Following and indistinct path across the slopes of Brownhart Law on the English side of the border. The Cheviot is prominent in the distance, with the small 'pimple' of Auchope Cairn just visible on the left of the distant ridge.
Waymarker post on Brownhart Law The comfort of a green dotted line on the map and also a waymarker to show that we are just on the English side of the border. Scotland [with heather] appears on the right hand edge of the photo.
Waymarker post on Brownhart Law
The comfort of a green dotted line on the map and also a waymarker to show that we are just on the English side of the border. Scotland [with heather] appears on the right hand edge of the photo.
Looking east from Brownhart Law The view eastwards from around the 500m contour is towards the head of the Coquet valley with the first green field visible in the middle distance and the big block of conifers at Carshope Plantation further away.
Looking east from Brownhart Law
The view eastwards from around the 500m contour is towards the head of the Coquet valley with the first green field visible in the middle distance and the big block of conifers at Carshope Plantation further away.
Scottish heather Having just crossed the border fence via a gate, the land immediately changes from rough moorland grasses to heather clad hilltops, although there's nothing to suggest that this might be a grouse moor due to a lack of grouse and butts.
Scottish heather
Having just crossed the border fence via a gate, the land immediately changes from rough moorland grasses to heather clad hilltops, although there's nothing to suggest that this might be a grouse moor due to a lack of grouse and butts.
Sneaking into Scotland A rather soggy track on the Scottish side of the border fence. There were no guards at the crossing point and not even a kilted piper, so slightly disappointing.
Sneaking into Scotland
A rather soggy track on the Scottish side of the border fence. There were no guards at the crossing point and not even a kilted piper, so slightly disappointing.
Heading downhill on Berrystell Fell The soggy moor top track gradually improves as height is lost, the gradient increases and heather changes to grassland. The track leads down towards the Hindhope Burn which is crossed twice on this route.
Heading downhill on Berrystell Fell
The soggy moor top track gradually improves as height is lost, the gradient increases and heather changes to grassland. The track leads down towards the Hindhope Burn which is crossed twice on this route.
Heading down Berrystell Fell The track leading down the fellside tends to disappear on this section, but the ground is much improved over the soggy conditions higher up. The line of the track becomes obvious again lower down and can be seen centre left crossing the flank of Hindhope Law. In the far distance are the Eildon Hills. A good deed was performed close to this point when a 'riggwelter' ewe was discovered and rescued. [Riggwelter is a Yorkshire term for a sheep stranded on its back and unable to right itself]
Heading down Berrystell Fell
The track leading down the fellside tends to disappear on this section, but the ground is much improved over the soggy conditions higher up. The line of the track becomes obvious again lower down and can be seen centre left crossing the flank of Hindhope Law. In the far distance are the Eildon Hills. A good deed was performed close to this point when a 'riggwelter' ewe was discovered and rescued. [Riggwelter is a Yorkshire term for a sheep stranded on its back and unable to right itself]
The valley of Hindhope Burn Typical steep sided valley on the Scottish side of the Cheviots. The Hindhope Burn, which is hidden down below, is heading NE at this point, but circles around Hindhope Law to head west and join the beginnings of the Kale Water at Nether Hindhope.
The valley of Hindhope Burn
Typical steep sided valley on the Scottish side of the Cheviots. The Hindhope Burn, which is hidden down below, is heading NE at this point, but circles around Hindhope Law to head west and join the beginnings of the Kale Water at Nether Hindhope.
There may be trouble ahead Not so much caused by the rather frisky cattle, but by the fact that there was a feeding area on the trackside ahead where the whole area had been churned into a sea of grey mud with added cow pats. The shapely hill in the distance is Philip Law 414m.
There may be trouble ahead
Not so much caused by the rather frisky cattle, but by the fact that there was a feeding area on the trackside ahead where the whole area had been churned into a sea of grey mud with added cow pats. The shapely hill in the distance is Philip Law 414m.
Ramparts at Chew Green Chew Green is the site of the ancient Roman encampment Ad Fines in Northumberland, 8 miles (13 km) north of Rochester and 9 miles (14 km) west of Alwinton. The encampment was adjacent to Dere Street, a Roman road that stretched south to York (Eboracum), and almost on the present-day border with Scotland.
Ramparts at Chew Green
Chew Green is the site of the ancient Roman encampment Ad Fines in Northumberland, 8 miles (13 km) north of Rochester and 9 miles (14 km) west of Alwinton. The encampment was adjacent to Dere Street, a Roman road that stretched south to York (Eboracum), and almost on the present-day border with Scotland.
The Roman fortlet at Chew Green Dere Street winds its way down the opposite hill.
The Roman fortlet at Chew Green
Dere Street winds its way down the opposite hill.
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Berrystell Hope is located at Grid Ref: NT7809 (Lat: 55.378364, Lng: -2.3469353)

Unitary Authority: The Scottish Borders

Police Authority: The Lothians and Scottish Borders

What 3 Words

///rider.charts.inspects. Near Rochester, Northumberland

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