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Corrie Vanoch

Corrie (Glacial Valley) in Angus

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Corrie Vanoch

Forter Castle, Glenisla Forter Castle dates from 1560; it clearly fell into disrepair as a sympathetic rebuild was made in the 1990s. A notice at the gate emphasises that it's private - no doubt it's appearance has made tourists think it to be an antiquity open to the public! It's available currently as a luxury holiday let.
Forter Castle, Glenisla Credit: Trevor Littlewood

Corrie Vanoch, also known as Angus or Corrie (Glacial Valley), is a glacially-carved valley located in the Scottish Highlands. It is situated in the Cairngorms National Park, near the village of Braemar. The valley is characterized by steep, U-shaped walls and a flat valley floor, which is dotted with small lakes known as tarns. Corrie Vanoch was formed during the last Ice Age, when glaciers carved out the landscape, leaving behind the distinctive features that can be seen today.

The valley is a popular destination for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts, who come to explore its rugged beauty and stunning vistas. The surrounding area is home to a variety of wildlife, including red deer, ptarmigan, and golden eagles. Visitors to Corrie Vanoch can enjoy hiking, birdwatching, and photography, as well as camping and picnicking in the scenic surroundings.

Overall, Corrie Vanoch is a must-visit destination for those seeking to experience the natural beauty and rich history of the Scottish Highlands. Its unique geological features and abundant wildlife make it a truly special place to explore and enjoy.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 56.751736/-3.347047 or Grid Reference NO1763. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Forter Castle, Glenisla Forter Castle dates from 1560; it clearly fell into disrepair as a sympathetic rebuild was made in the 1990s. A notice at the gate emphasises that it's private - no doubt it's appearance has made tourists think it to be an antiquity open to the public! It's available currently as a luxury holiday let.
Forter Castle, Glenisla
Forter Castle dates from 1560; it clearly fell into disrepair as a sympathetic rebuild was made in the 1990s. A notice at the gate emphasises that it's private - no doubt it's appearance has made tourists think it to be an antiquity open to the public! It's available currently as a luxury holiday let.
Plantation below hill road The grassy slope descends from a hill road on the south side of Carn an Fhidhleir. Below the plantation is the Forter area of Glen Isla; The restored Forter Castle can be discerned there.
Plantation below hill road
The grassy slope descends from a hill road on the south side of Carn an Fhidhleir. Below the plantation is the Forter area of Glen Isla; The restored Forter Castle can be discerned there.
Unhelpful road sign at Folda Strong winds (or vandals) have set all the pointers in the same direction! See <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1535665" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1535665">Link</a> for how it should look. Forter Castle has not been moved.
Unhelpful road sign at Folda
Strong winds (or vandals) have set all the pointers in the same direction! See Link for how it should look. Forter Castle has not been moved.
View towards summit of Mt Blair (744m) From Brewlands Bridge (B951).
View towards summit of Mt Blair (744m)
From Brewlands Bridge (B951).
A copse in Glen Isla North of Brewlands Bridge; seen from B951 with the Mill of Balnamenoch visible to the right of the copse.
A copse in Glen Isla
North of Brewlands Bridge; seen from B951 with the Mill of Balnamenoch visible to the right of the copse.
Creag Loisgte, off B951 With a fence climbing further up to an outlying mini-summit (Creag na Cuigeil, 653m) NE of Mt Blair. [Creag Loisgte ~ burnt rock] [Creag na Cuigeil ~ Rock of the distaff (a staff holding flax fibres for spinning)]
Creag Loisgte, off B951
With a fence climbing further up to an outlying mini-summit (Creag na Cuigeil, 653m) NE of Mt Blair. [Creag Loisgte ~ burnt rock] [Creag na Cuigeil ~ Rock of the distaff (a staff holding flax fibres for spinning)]
Meikle Forter and Forter Castle From B951 in Upper Glen Isla.
Meikle Forter and Forter Castle
From B951 in Upper Glen Isla.
Stone bridge over Balloch Burn (B951) With a junction for Forter Castle (to right ahead); part of the Cateran Trail.
Stone bridge over Balloch Burn (B951)
With a junction for Forter Castle (to right ahead); part of the Cateran Trail.
Cairn on Mount Blair A sizeable cairn at around the 540 metre mark. In the background are Mealna Letter (also known as Duchray Hill) and, at its foot, the farm buildings at Balloch.
Cairn on Mount Blair
A sizeable cairn at around the 540 metre mark. In the background are Mealna Letter (also known as Duchray Hill) and, at its foot, the farm buildings at Balloch.
Looking into Glen Shee from Mount Blair Mount Blair is a popular short hillwalk on the Perthshire-Angus border.
Looking into Glen Shee from Mount Blair
Mount Blair is a popular short hillwalk on the Perthshire-Angus border.
Track on Mount Blair Looking towards Glen Isla from the ATV track which forms a popular walking route up this hill on the Perthshire-Angus border.
Track on Mount Blair
Looking towards Glen Isla from the ATV track which forms a popular walking route up this hill on the Perthshire-Angus border.
Rocky hillside above Creag na Cuigeil ('rock of the distaff') Looking into Glen Isla from this spur on the north-east side of Mount Blair.
Rocky hillside above Creag na Cuigeil ('rock of the distaff')
Looking into Glen Isla from this spur on the north-east side of Mount Blair.
Repaired summit viewpoint on Mount Blair The metal rim has details of various hills visible on a clear day from the summit.
Repaired summit viewpoint on Mount Blair
The metal rim has details of various hills visible on a clear day from the summit.
Cattle feeding A distant view of cattle congregating around a feeder near Balnamennoch, with Mount Blair in the background.
Cattle feeding
A distant view of cattle congregating around a feeder near Balnamennoch, with Mount Blair in the background.
B951 near Balloch The B951 heading westwards along the north side of Mount Blair.
B951 near Balloch
The B951 heading westwards along the north side of Mount Blair.
Valley of the Balloch Burn The Balloch Burn running through a gully under the north side of Mount Blair.
Valley of the Balloch Burn
The Balloch Burn running through a gully under the north side of Mount Blair.
Forter Castle Forter Castle viewed from the B951 to the south-west, with Badandun Hill beyond.
Forter Castle
Forter Castle viewed from the B951 to the south-west, with Badandun Hill beyond.
Glen Isla The treelined River Isla meandering through pastureland in the glen.
Glen Isla
The treelined River Isla meandering through pastureland in the glen.
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Corrie Vanoch is located at Grid Ref: NO1763 (Lat: 56.751736, Lng: -3.347047)

Unitary Authority: Angus

Police Authority: Tayside

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Corrie Vanoch
Name Gd: Coire a' Mhanaich
Natural: valley
Valley: cirque
Lat/Long: 56.7518456/-3.3484632
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