Queensberrys

Range Of Mountains, Range Of Hills in Dumfriesshire

Scotland

Queensberrys

New Burleywhag
New Burleywhag Credit: Rab McMurdo

Queensberrys, located in Dumfriesshire, Scotland, is a prominent range of mountains and hills that stretches for approximately 16 kilometers. This picturesque landscape is part of the Southern Uplands and offers breathtaking views and diverse natural features.

The range is named after the Queensberry family, who have owned land in the area for centuries. Queensberrys is characterized by its rolling hills and steep slopes, making it a popular destination for hikers, mountaineers, and nature enthusiasts.

The highest peak in the range is Queensberry Hill, standing at an impressive 697 meters above sea level. From its summit, one can enjoy panoramic vistas of the surrounding countryside, including the nearby towns of Dumfries and Moffat.

Queensberrys is also home to a variety of wildlife, with red deer, mountain hares, and numerous bird species being commonly spotted. The hills are covered in heather and grasses, creating a rich and diverse ecosystem.

The range is crisscrossed by a network of well-maintained trails, offering a range of difficulty levels for walkers of all abilities. Many of these paths lead to hidden waterfalls, ancient ruins, and other points of interest, making it an ideal location for exploration and discovery.

Overall, Queensberrys in Dumfriesshire is a stunning range of mountains and hills that offers visitors a chance to immerse themselves in the beauty of the Scottish countryside. Whether it's hiking, wildlife spotting, or simply enjoying the tranquility of nature, this area has something to offer everyone.

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Queensberrys Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.277345/-3.5912206 or Grid Reference NX9999. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

New Burleywhag
New Burleywhag
Glenbeath Waterfall A wee waterfall on the Glenbeath burn.
Glenbeath Waterfall
A wee waterfall on the Glenbeath burn.
Met station near Queensberry Looking down a wind farm access road towards the meteorological station beneath Queensberry.
Met station near Queensberry
Looking down a wind farm access road towards the meteorological station beneath Queensberry.
New House At this point a sign points the way to a minor grassy track which forks off to the right onto the shoulder of Glengowan.
New House
At this point a sign points the way to a minor grassy track which forks off to the right onto the shoulder of Glengowan.
Queensberry Approaching the summit of Queensberry.
Queensberry
Approaching the summit of Queensberry.
Towards New House Road from Mitchelslacks to New Burleywhag with Gana Hill in the background.
Towards New House
Road from Mitchelslacks to New Burleywhag with Gana Hill in the background.
Field, New House At this time the field was always shut against the hill sheep by heavy gates and it was grazed by horses. Lapwings bred here.  Once the sheep were let in the field turned rough and the plovers soon left. <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/9132">NX9798 : New House.</a>
Field, New House
At this time the field was always shut against the hill sheep by heavy gates and it was grazed by horses. Lapwings bred here. Once the sheep were let in the field turned rough and the plovers soon left. NX9798 : New House.
Summit of Queensberry Large summit cairn with Criffel and the Solway Firth in the distance.
Summit of Queensberry
Large summit cairn with Criffel and the Solway Firth in the distance.
Water of Ae - Upper Section The forestry has left a wide gap around the stream here with plentiful primroses and other wild flowers.
Water of Ae - Upper Section
The forestry has left a wide gap around the stream here with plentiful primroses and other wild flowers.
Water of Ae
Water of Ae
Firebreak in the Forest of Ae near Queensberry
Firebreak in the Forest of Ae near Queensberry
Capel Burn Looking upstream towards Earn Craig.
Capel Burn
Looking upstream towards Earn Craig.
Meander in the Capel Burn Looking upstream towards Penbreck.
Meander in the Capel Burn
Looking upstream towards Penbreck.
Penbreck and Queensberry Viewed from the hillside above Earn Craig.
Penbreck and Queensberry
Viewed from the hillside above Earn Craig.
Turbine, Hound Rig Forest of Ae.
Turbine, Hound Rig
Forest of Ae.
Water of Ae Upper reaches of the Water of Ae.
Water of Ae
Upper reaches of the Water of Ae.
Road, Hound Rig Now in the middle of the Harestanes windfarm. This is where the edge of the forest was shown on 1970s maps.
Road, Hound Rig
Now in the middle of the Harestanes windfarm. This is where the edge of the forest was shown on 1970s maps.
Water of Ae and Queensberry In the midst of a vast conifer plantation and windfarm.
Water of Ae and Queensberry
In the midst of a vast conifer plantation and windfarm.
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Queensberrys is located at Grid Ref: NX9999 (Lat: 55.277345, Lng: -3.5912206)

Unitary Authority: Dumfries and Galloway

Police Authority: Dumfries and Galloway

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Located within 500m of 55.277345,-3.5912206
Queensberry
Ele: 697
Munro: no
Natural: peak
Wikidata: Q177611
Wikipedia: en:Queensberry (hill)
Lat/Long: 55.2811966/-3.593823
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