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Berry Hills

Range Of Mountains, Range Of Hills in Roxburghshire

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Berry Hills

Cheviot feral goat kid on Blackbrough Hill A loose herd of approximately 30 Cheviot feral goats including 10 kids were encountered from Blackbrough Hill to Heatherhope Reservoir, this being a shot of one of the more obliging youngsters. This photograph was taken during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic of 2020/21/22.
Cheviot feral goat kid on Blackbrough Hill Credit: James T M Towill

Berry Hills is a range of hills located in Roxburghshire, a historic county in the Scottish Borders region of Scotland. The range is situated in the southeastern part of the county, near the town of Hawick, and covers an extensive area of approximately 50 square kilometers.

The Berry Hills are characterized by their rolling and rugged terrain, with a maximum elevation of around 500 meters. The hills are primarily composed of sedimentary rocks, including sandstone and shale, which have been shaped by the forces of erosion over millions of years. As a result, the range features deep valleys, steep slopes, and prominent ridges, offering stunning panoramic views of the surrounding landscape.

The Berry Hills are home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, with various species of plants and animals inhabiting the area. The hills support a mixture of grassland, heathland, and woodland, providing habitats for numerous bird species, including buzzards, kestrels, and peregrine falcons. Additionally, the hills are known for their rich biodiversity, with several rare and protected plant species found within their boundaries.

The Berry Hills are a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, offering a range of recreational activities. The area provides ample opportunities for hiking, with several well-marked trails and paths crisscrossing the hills. These trails cater to different difficulty levels, making them suitable for both novice and experienced hikers. The Berry Hills also attract mountain bikers, horse riders, and wildlife enthusiasts, who appreciate the natural beauty and tranquility of the area.

Overall, the Berry Hills in Roxburghshire are a picturesque and ecologically significant range of hills, offering visitors a chance to immerse themselves in the natural splendor of the Scottish Borders.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 55.459622/-2.3062014 or Grid Reference NT8018. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Cheviot feral goat kid on Blackbrough Hill A loose herd of approximately 30 Cheviot feral goats including 10 kids were encountered from Blackbrough Hill to Heatherhope Reservoir, this being a shot of one of the more obliging youngsters. This photograph was taken during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic of 2020/21/22.
Cheviot feral goat kid on Blackbrough Hill
A loose herd of approximately 30 Cheviot feral goats including 10 kids were encountered from Blackbrough Hill to Heatherhope Reservoir, this being a shot of one of the more obliging youngsters. This photograph was taken during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic of 2020/21/22.
Cheviot feral goat by the Heatherhope Burn A loose herd of approximately 30 Cheviot feral goats including 10 kids were encountered from Blackbrough Hill to Heatherhope Reservoir, this being a shot of one of the more obliging billy goats. This photograph was taken during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic of 2020/21/22.
Cheviot feral goat by the Heatherhope Burn
A loose herd of approximately 30 Cheviot feral goats including 10 kids were encountered from Blackbrough Hill to Heatherhope Reservoir, this being a shot of one of the more obliging billy goats. This photograph was taken during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic of 2020/21/22.
View to The Schill The border ridge beyond See Few as seen from Windy Law. Clear here but to the south the ridge was holding back a lot of cloud formed by a south easterly. It was astonishingly warm.
View to The Schill
The border ridge beyond See Few as seen from Windy Law. Clear here but to the south the ridge was holding back a lot of cloud formed by a south easterly. It was astonishingly warm.
The Street Climb over Craik Moor.
The Street
Climb over Craik Moor.
Berry Hills Craik Moor, Cheviot Hills.
Berry Hills
Craik Moor, Cheviot Hills.
Craik Moor The Street follows a fence dividing grass from heather.
Craik Moor
The Street follows a fence dividing grass from heather.
Cairn, Berry Hills Some stones from the antiquity have been used to form a more recent cairn.
Cairn, Berry Hills
Some stones from the antiquity have been used to form a more recent cairn.
The Street
The Street
Head of Cribs Hope Scree lined deep defile off Craik Moor.
Head of Cribs Hope
Scree lined deep defile off Craik Moor.
Blackbrough Hill A steep flank of a spur which carries a very striking hill fort.
Blackbrough Hill
A steep flank of a spur which carries a very striking hill fort.
Cloud over the Cheviot Hills The main ridge is holding back a mass of fog and cloud on a southeasterly. There were similar conditions at the time in the Lammermuir Hills. It was also very warm. View over the shoulder of Blackbrough Hill from Berry Hills.
Cloud over the Cheviot Hills
The main ridge is holding back a mass of fog and cloud on a southeasterly. There were similar conditions at the time in the Lammermuir Hills. It was also very warm. View over the shoulder of Blackbrough Hill from Berry Hills.
The Street, Craik Moor
The Street, Craik Moor
The Street, Craik Moor
The Street, Craik Moor
Blackbrough Hill The neck between the fort and Craik Moor - the only side not defended by steep slopes.
Blackbrough Hill
The neck between the fort and Craik Moor - the only side not defended by steep slopes.
Calroust Common The Street, an old drove road crosses Calroust Common.
Calroust Common
The Street, an old drove road crosses Calroust Common.
A fence on Craik Moor View to The Cheviot.
A fence on Craik Moor
View to The Cheviot.
Track on Craik Moor Linking the summit easily to The Street.
Track on Craik Moor
Linking the summit easily to The Street.
Grass on Craik Moor Quite a lot of pheasants here, possibly fewer later on as gunfire was heard about an hour later. The Cheviot is in the background.
Grass on Craik Moor
Quite a lot of pheasants here, possibly fewer later on as gunfire was heard about an hour later. The Cheviot is in the background.
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Berry Hills is located at Grid Ref: NT8018 (Lat: 55.459622, Lng: -2.3062014)

Unitary Authority: The Scottish Borders

Police Authority: The Lothians and Scottish Borders

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