Blackhills

Settlement in Aberdeenshire

Scotland

Blackhills

Aberdeenshire staggered junction A minor road meets the B9033 in the flat Aberdeenshire landscape, with Newark Farm in the right background. The B9033 is about 12 km long and loops around from Lumms Crossroads on the A90 to a roundabout at Fraserburgh: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.sabre-roads.org.uk/wiki/index.php?title=B9033" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.sabre-roads.org.uk/wiki/index.php?title=B9033">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> . — Aberdeenshire staggered junction Credit: Bill Harrison

Blackhills is a small village located in the Aberdeenshire region of Scotland. Situated approximately 30 miles northwest of Aberdeen, it is nestled in a picturesque landscape, surrounded by rolling hills and lush green fields. The village is known for its tranquil and idyllic setting, making it a popular destination for those seeking a peaceful retreat.

Despite its small size, Blackhills offers a range of amenities to its residents and visitors. There is a local convenience store where one can find basic necessities, and a quaint village pub where locals often gather to socialize and enjoy a pint. The village also has a primary school, providing education to the younger members of the community.

Blackhills is surrounded by natural beauty, with various walking trails and hiking routes in the nearby hills. The area is known for its wildlife, and it is not uncommon to spot deer and a variety of bird species in the surrounding countryside. Additionally, the village is within close proximity to the renowned Cairngorms National Park, offering opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts to engage in activities such as mountain biking, skiing, and hiking.

The village has a rich history, with several historic landmarks and sites worth exploring. One notable attraction is the Blackhills House, a grand mansion that dates back to the 18th century. The house is known for its stunning architecture and beautiful gardens, which are occasionally open to the public for tours.

Overall, Blackhills provides a serene and picturesque setting, making it an appealing destination for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life and immerse themselves in Scotland's natural beauty.

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Blackhills Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.602601/-1.9717918 or Grid Reference NK0156. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Aberdeenshire staggered junction

A minor road meets the B9033 in the flat Aberdeenshire landscape, with Newark Farm in the right background. The B9033 is about 12 km long and loops around from Lumms Crossroads on the A90 to a roundabout at Fraserburgh: Link

Bill Harrison

Berrybrae stone circle: recumbent stone and flankers

This site photographs better in the winter when the trees admit more light. For more, see Canmore listing 21099: Link

Bill Harrison

Ridinghill Farm

A field of brassicas of some description with the house and steading at Ridinghill beyond.

Anne Burgess

Park of Logie

A traditional 18th century farmhouse, with Mormond Hill in the distance.

Anne Burgess

Berrybrae Recumbent Stone Circle (1)

This circle is inside a small circular wood, making it quite difficult to photograph. The recumbent and three other stones are still in their original positions, and one stone has been re-erected. See Link

for more information. NK0257 : Berrybrae Recumbent Stone Circle (2)

Anne Burgess

Berrybrae Recumbent Stone Circle (2)

The nearest stone is of red granite. To the right is the west flanker, with the recumbent beyond. See Link

for more information. NK0257 : Berrybrae Recumbent Stone Circle (3)

Anne Burgess

Berrybrae Recumbent Stone Circle (3)

The recumbent and flankers silhouetted against the afternoon sun. The west flanker (on the right) is as it originally was, but the east flanker has broken off, leaving only a short stump standing. See Link

for more information. NK0257 : Berrybrae Recumbent Stone Circle (4)

Anne Burgess

Berrybrae Recumbent Stone Circle (4)

All the surviving stones are in the west arc of the circle. The large dark one on the left is the recumbent, with the broken east flanker in front of it. The next one is still in its original position, but the one furthest to the right has been re-erected after falling over. See Link

for more information. NK0257 : Berrybrae Recumbent Stone Circle (5)

Anne Burgess

Berrybrae Recumbent Stone Circle (5)

The recumbent here has an unusual feature in the boss in the centre of its upper surface. Behind it, in the shade, is the tallest stone of the circle, the west flanker, and the broken east flanker is on the right. The stone at the far side of the circle had fallen but was re-erected in 1976. See Link

for more information. NK0257 : Berrybrae Recumbent Stone Circle (6)

Anne Burgess

Berrybrae Recumbent Stone Circle (6)

The tall stone is the massive west flanker, and to its right is the recumbent, with its unusually-shaped upper surface. See Link

for more information. See Link

for more information. NK0257 : Berrybrae Recumbent Stone Circle (7)

Anne Burgess

Berrybrae Recumbent Stone Circle (7)

From the very edge of the wooded circle, the whole extent of the circle can be seen. See Link

for more information. NK0257 : Berrybrae Recumbent Stone Circle (8)

Anne Burgess

Berrybrae Recumbent Stone Circle (8)

The stone circle is inside this small circular wood in the field. Fortunately the crop was not so well grown that it precluded visiting the circle. Later in the year, it will be impossible because the crop will be too tall. See Link

for more information. NK0257 : Berrybrae Recumbent Stone Circle (1)

Anne Burgess

Berrybrae

Looking over a ditch from the very muddy field edge just beside the road.

Anne Burgess

Lonmay, Old Formartine & Buchan Railway

Lonmay once had a station on the Maud - Fraserburgh railway which was opened in 1965. Lonmay also has potatoes named after it eg Lonmay Pinks, which reflects well on this farming area in Buchan.

Colin Smith

A92 Crossing with the F&B Way

A railway bridge once crossed this road, but today the Formartine 7 Buchan Way descends to ground level. The road is busy with refrigerated fish lorries thundering south from Fraserburgh ("The Broch") to the large UK cities and to France.

Colin Smith

Pond on the F&B Way

This attractive pond is by Kilbirnie Farm, on the Formartine & Buchan Way, west of Lonmay. Water lilies cover the far end of the water while fireweed coats the bank by the old railway line.

Colin Smith