Cullaloe Hills

Range Of Mountains, Range Of Hills in Fife

Scotland

Cullaloe Hills

Mossmorran chemical plant Looking east from the northern entrance. — Mossmorran chemical plant Credit: M J Richardson

Cullaloe Hills, located in Fife, Scotland, is a range of hills that forms part of the Southern Uplands. Situated approximately 10 miles northwest of the town of Kirkcaldy, the hills offer stunning panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. The highest point in the range reaches an elevation of around 726 feet, providing visitors with a unique vantage point to appreciate the beauty of the region.

Covered in a mix of grasses and heather, the Cullaloe Hills are home to a diverse range of flora and fauna. Visitors can expect to see a variety of wildflowers, such as bluebells and primroses, as well as numerous bird species, including skylarks and meadow pipits. The hills also provide habitat for small mammals like rabbits and voles.

The area is popular with outdoor enthusiasts, offering opportunities for hiking, walking, and nature photography. Several well-marked trails traverse the hills, allowing visitors to explore the landscape at their own pace. Additionally, the Cullaloe Hills are part of a larger network of paths that connect to nearby attractions, such as Lochore Meadows Country Park.

Cullaloe Hills also hold historical significance, with several ancient sites scattered throughout the range. Archaeological remains, including burial mounds and stone circles, can be found, providing insight into the area's rich past.

Overall, Cullaloe Hills in Fife offer a peaceful and picturesque destination for those seeking natural beauty, wildlife encounters, and a glimpse into Scotland's ancient history.

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Cullaloe Hills Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.078915/-3.3165956 or Grid Reference NT1888. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Mossmorran chemical plant

Looking east from the northern entrance.

M J Richardson

Mossmorran Chemical Plant

The northern side of the complex, seen from an entrance from the A909.

M J Richardson

Cloud over Fife

An inversion, shown by the condensing cloud from the Mossmorran NGL Fractionation Plant, rising to a certain level and then drifting slowly to the east in almost calm and cold air. Viewed from the Braid Hills, Edinburgh, 21km to the south. Obvious land marks, from L-R are, the Royal Edinburgh Hospital, Granton gasholder, tall chimney at Haymarket, Cluny Centre and church, Edinburgh Napier University at Merchiston, and churches at Holy Corner and Bruntsfield.

M J Richardson

Goat Quarry in winter

Taken from Cullaloe Hills to the east.

Becky Williamson

Kate Randall's Cottage, The Murrell, near Aberdour

This ruined, simple cottage with attached outbuildings is thought to perhaps be the oldest, unaltered building of its type in the parish. The name of the cottage is taken from the last resident who lived here until the mid 1970s.

Becky Williamson

Cullaloe Woods in winter

Becky Williamson

Cullaloe Temple in winter

It's more of a folly than a temple, but makes a nice landmark for the square!

Becky Williamson

Former doocot at Balram

Now very much a ruin, this 17th Century dovecot once had the date 1688 inscribed above its entrance, as well as a monogram, apparently W S M O (or C). Sadly these are no longer visible.

Becky Williamson