Lamington Hill

Hill: Lamington Hill
Category: Sub 2000/Marilyn
On my way to Edinburgh I went cross country to tick off the sub 2000 of Lamington Hill. I knew that this would only be a couple of hours at most up and down.

Tinto Hill

I parked up at the small kirk parking area at Lamington, a picturesque spot with Tinto behind.

Lovely countryside go left here

A short walk up the estate road before taking the cut off to the left, through a small wood, then out to the open countryside.
The heat was already fierce with flying insects everywhere.

Lamington Hill

Thankfully I soon got my first view of the hill. The bracken and long grass fully covered the lower slopes. After last weeks cleg bites the gaiters went on over my bare legs, might look odd but protection should be guaranteed.

View to the Pentlands

A short slog up the grassy slopes, legs still a bit achy, but got to the trig in 55 minutes.

Tinto again

The views were excellent in the clear air. Tinto to one side. The Pentlands next. Turn a bit then Biggar and Broughton hills. Another turn and Culter Fell is seen. Plus all the other closer sights to take in, really good for such little effort.

Heading back

On the grassy slopes oystercatchers, plovers and pipits all rose at times nests hidden away. Small Heath and ringlet butterflies. on the path back i sprung 3 of these from the grass verge, not sure young partridge or pheasant?

Young partridge or pheasant

Also on way back most sheep were in the shade, who said they were stupid, not today.
A quick outing with excellent views, glad I did this one today

Time: 1.53
Ascent: 319m
Distance: 6.6km