Blyth

Settlement in Peeblesshire

Scotland

Blyth

Blythbank View from the Henderland Hill hillfort.
Blythbank Credit: Richard Webb

Blyth is a small village located in the Peeblesshire region of Scotland. Situated in the Scottish Borders, it lies approximately 5 miles southeast of Biggar and 27 miles south of Edinburgh. The village is nestled amidst rolling hills and picturesque countryside, offering a tranquil and scenic setting for its residents.

Blyth has a rich history, dating back many centuries. The village is known for its ancient Blyth Kirk, a historic church that stands as a testament to its heritage. The surrounding area is dotted with remnants of prehistoric settlements, such as the Blyth Cairn, which adds to the village's historical significance.

The village itself is small but charming, with a close-knit community. It offers a range of amenities for its residents, including a primary school, a community hall, and a local shop. Blyth is also well-connected to the nearby towns and cities, making it a convenient place to live.

The surrounding countryside provides ample opportunities for outdoor activities and exploration. There are several walking and cycling trails in the area, allowing residents and visitors to enjoy the natural beauty of the Scottish Borders. Additionally, Blyth is within close proximity to the Pentland Hills Regional Park, offering further recreational opportunities.

Overall, Blyth is a peaceful and scenic village that offers a tranquil lifestyle amidst the beautiful Scottish Borders. With its rich history, friendly community, and natural surroundings, it is an idyllic place to call home.

If you have any feedback on the listing, please let us know in the comments section below.

Blyth Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.690638/-3.3854884 or Grid Reference NT1345. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Blythbank View from the Henderland Hill hillfort.
Blythbank
View from the Henderland Hill hillfort.
Scattered trees, Scotstown Bank
Scattered trees, Scotstown Bank
Blyth Farm Road Blyth Bridge end of the Old Coach Road.
Blyth Farm Road
Blyth Bridge end of the Old Coach Road.
Road end, Blyth Bridge Junction on the A701.
Road end, Blyth Bridge
Junction on the A701.
Playground, Blyth Bridge
Playground, Blyth Bridge
Blyth Farm Road
Blyth Farm Road
Blyth Farm A very large new cattle shed, built on this site in 2019 <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/590557">NT1345 : Blyth</a>
Blyth Farm
A very large new cattle shed, built on this site in 2019 NT1345 : Blyth
Delivery, Blyth Bridge A tricky job in the weather.  Later a lorry was assisted out of the farmyard by a tractor with a round bale on a front loader.
The signs are a total waste of money. The road ends at the cottages behind the supermarket van (but continues as a farm track - The Old Coach Road).
Delivery, Blyth Bridge
A tricky job in the weather. Later a lorry was assisted out of the farmyard by a tractor with a round bale on a front loader. The signs are a total waste of money. The road ends at the cottages behind the supermarket van (but continues as a farm track - The Old Coach Road).
The Old Coach Road, Blyth Bridge The end of the public road, a few metres after a national speed limit sign. The lorry had been assisted out of the farmyard by pushing with a round bale  on a tractor's front loader.
The Old Coach Road, Blyth Bridge
The end of the public road, a few metres after a national speed limit sign. The lorry had been assisted out of the farmyard by pushing with a round bale on a tractor's front loader.
The Old Coach Road, Blyth
The Old Coach Road, Blyth
Gate, Old Coach Road
Gate, Old Coach Road
Quarries, Blyth Muir Sandstone quarries, one shown as still working on mid 19th century maps.
Quarries, Blyth Muir
Sandstone quarries, one shown as still working on mid 19th century maps.
Old Coach Road, Blyth The pipeline has been there since the aqueduct refurbishment in 2014. <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4582015">NT1346 : Pipeline work, Blyth</a>
Old Coach Road, Blyth
The pipeline has been there since the aqueduct refurbishment in 2014. NT1346 : Pipeline work, Blyth
Blyth Bank Hill Sunshine on fresh snow.
Blyth Bank Hill
Sunshine on fresh snow.
View towards Blyth Hill
View towards Blyth Hill
Sheep, Blyth The leftover pipeline sections have been here since 2014.
Sheep, Blyth
The leftover pipeline sections have been here since 2014.
Summit, Blyth Bank Hill
Summit, Blyth Bank Hill
View from Blyth Bank Hill From the small hill fort towards Black Mount and the bigger fort on Blyth Hill.
View from Blyth Bank Hill
From the small hill fort towards Black Mount and the bigger fort on Blyth Hill.
Show me another place!

Blyth is located at Grid Ref: NT1345 (Lat: 55.690638, Lng: -3.3854884)

Unitary Authority: The Scottish Borders

Police Authority: The Lothians and Scottish Borders

What 3 Words

///sleepless.prom.grasp. Near West Linton, Scottish Borders

Related Wikis

Kirkurd

Kirkurd is a parish in Peeblesshire in the Scottish Borders situated 3 miles south-east of Dolphinton and 6 miles north-east of Broughton. Tarth Water...

Blyth Bridge

Blyth Bridge is a small hamlet in the Scottish Borders area of Scotland, near to West Linton. It is located in a bend on the A701 which goes from Moffat...

Castle Craig Hospital

Castle Craig Hospital is a private residential drug and alcohol rehabilitation clinic. It is located in Peeblesshire, Scotland. Castle Craig is an 18th...

Bordlands

Bordlands is a village in the Parish of Newlands in the Scottish Borders area of Scotland. The former name of Bordlands was Boreland. == See also == List...

Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 55.690638,-3.3854884
Blyth Bridge
Name Uk: Блайт-Брідж
Place: village
Population: 107
Wikidata: Q4930849
Wikipedia: en:Blyth Bridge
Lat/Long: 55.6939422/-3.3818375
Bus Stop
Old Mill Inn
Bus: yes
Local Ref: AT
Naptan AtcoCode: 69001315
Naptan Bearing: S
Naptan CommonName: Old Mill Inn
Naptan Indicator: at
Naptan Landmark: Old Mill Inn
Naptan NaptanCode: 72726962
Naptan Street: A701
Operator: Scottish Borders Council
Public Transport: platform
Ref: 69001315
Source: NaPTAN
Lat/Long: 55.6932977/-3.382132
Bus Stop
Old Mill
Bench: yes
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 6900166
Naptan Bearing: N
Naptan CommonName: Old Mill
Naptan Indicator: opp
Naptan Landmark: Old Mill Inn
Naptan NaptanCode: 72724765
Naptan Street: A701
Operator: Scottish Borders Council
Public Transport: platform
Ref: 6900166
Shelter: yes
Source: NaPTAN
Lat/Long: 55.6933871/-3.3823741
Give Way
Direction: forward
Lat/Long: 55.6895389/-3.3890329
Noexit: yes
Lat/Long: 55.6925122/-3.3847859
Post Box
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 09:30; Sa 08:30
Operator: Royal Mail
Post Box Type: lamp
Ref: EH46 27
Royal Cypher: scottish_crown
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 55.6934258/-3.3823911
Telephone
Defibrillator
Access: yes
Booth: K6
Covered: booth
Defibrillator Location: inside old red phone box, Blyth Bridge
Emergency: defibrillator
Man Made: telephone_box
Ref GB The Circuit: 66B048CE-4AD9-4F05-83EF-AFAA0147BF2A
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 55.6934198/-3.3823513
Give Way
Direction: forward
Lat/Long: 55.6907203/-3.3861234
Give Way
Direction: forward
Lat/Long: 55.6915351/-3.3843728
West Mains
Place: hamlet
Lat/Long: 55.6870045/-3.386187
Millside
Place: hamlet
Lat/Long: 55.6899253/-3.3915498
Give Way
Direction: backward
Lat/Long: 55.6909663/-3.3849334
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 55.6869456/-3.3863908
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 55.6928472/-3.383899
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 55.6931072/-3.3839661
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 55.6939742/-3.3826706
Give Way
Direction: forward
Lat/Long: 55.6882675/-3.3838449
Noexit: yes
Lat/Long: 55.6925766/-3.3845025
Give Way
Direction: forward
Lat/Long: 55.6943367/-3.381643
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 55.6940009/-3.3808379
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 55.6937983/-3.381519
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 55.6884408/-3.3787292
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 55.688596/-3.3801819
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 55.6887513/-3.3816137
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 55.6889136/-3.3831148
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 55.6864628/-3.3833523
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 55.6864972/-3.3845549
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 55.6865375/-3.385892
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 55.6878023/-3.3908
Material: wood
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 55.6886757/-3.3911511
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 55.6891984/-3.3913677
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 55.6896688/-3.3915632
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

Have you been to Blyth?

Leave your review of Blyth below (or comments, questions and feedback).