Holmhead

Settlement in Kirkcudbrightshire

Scotland

Holmhead

Forest at Blackmark With a view to wind turbines, viewed from the A702.
Forest at Blackmark Credit: Billy McCrorie

Holmhead is a small rural settlement located in the historic county of Kirkcudbrightshire, Scotland. Situated approximately 4 miles northwest of the town of Kirkcudbright, Holmhead is surrounded by picturesque countryside and offers a peaceful and idyllic setting for its residents.

The village itself is characterized by a cluster of traditional stone-built cottages, many of which date back to the 19th century. These charming properties provide a glimpse into the area's rich architectural heritage and add to the village's overall charm.

Holmhead is known for its close-knit community, where residents enjoy a friendly and welcoming atmosphere. The village boasts a small local pub, the Holmhead Inn, which serves as a social hub for both locals and visitors. Additionally, the village has a community hall that hosts various events and gatherings throughout the year, fostering a sense of community spirit.

Surrounded by rolling hills and stunning natural landscapes, Holmhead offers ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and wildlife spotting. The nearby Loch of Kirkcudbright provides a tranquil setting for fishing and boating enthusiasts, while the surrounding countryside offers breathtaking views and peaceful walks.

Although Holmhead is a relatively small village, it benefits from its proximity to Kirkcudbright, which offers a wider range of amenities including shops, schools, and healthcare facilities. The village is well-connected to other parts of Kirkcudbrightshire and Scotland via the A711 road, ensuring easy access to nearby towns and cities.

Overall, Holmhead is a charming and picturesque village that provides its residents with a peaceful and close-knit community, surrounded by stunning natural beauty.

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Holmhead Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.150358/-4.0270744 or Grid Reference NX7085. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Forest at Blackmark With a view to wind turbines, viewed from the A702.
Forest at Blackmark
With a view to wind turbines, viewed from the A702.
Felled Trees at Blackmark Viewed from the A702.
Felled Trees at Blackmark
Viewed from the A702.
Fell Hill
Fell Hill
Logging road, Stroan Hill There was some recent clearfell nearby.
Logging road, Stroan Hill
There was some recent clearfell nearby.
Logging road, Stroan Hill
Logging road, Stroan Hill
Looking northeast along the A702 in 1986 Since that date, conifer plantations appear to have been planted on the slopes to the east of the road.
Looking northeast along the A702 in 1986
Since that date, conifer plantations appear to have been planted on the slopes to the east of the road.
The Blackmark Burn, looking upstream
The Blackmark Burn, looking upstream
The A702, New Year's Day
The A702, New Year's Day
Windfarm on Fell Hill
Windfarm on Fell Hill
Lochrennie An old derelict outbuilding at Lochrennie.
Lochrennie
An old derelict outbuilding at Lochrennie.
The tussocky summit of Wether Hill The summit area of Wether Hill with Lawglass beyond and Cairnsmore of Carsphairn in the far distance.
The tussocky summit of Wether Hill
The summit area of Wether Hill with Lawglass beyond and Cairnsmore of Carsphairn in the far distance.
Cairn on Ewe Hill The map shows a cairn up here but this was the best that I could find.
Cairn on Ewe Hill
The map shows a cairn up here but this was the best that I could find.
Feed Station on Ewe Hill Cattle feed station at the end of the track on Ewe Hill.
Feed Station on Ewe Hill
Cattle feed station at the end of the track on Ewe Hill.
Lochrennie Bridge Spans the Blackmark Burn.
Lochrennie Bridge
Spans the Blackmark Burn.
The A702 road An attractive section of the road southeast of Stroan Hill.
The A702 road
An attractive section of the road southeast of Stroan Hill.
Rough grazing Near Craigmuie Bridge with Crow Wood in the background centre right.
Rough grazing
Near Craigmuie Bridge with Crow Wood in the background centre right.
Midden Craig Viewed from Lochrennie Bridge.
Midden Craig
Viewed from Lochrennie Bridge.
Brown Rig Mature forestry and new planting to the left of the dyke and rough grazing to the right.
Brown Rig
Mature forestry and new planting to the left of the dyke and rough grazing to the right.
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Holmhead is located at Grid Ref: NX7085 (Lat: 55.150358, Lng: -4.0270744)

Unitary Authority: Dumfries and Galloway

Police Authority: Dumfries and Galloway

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