Glen Esk, Angus
★★★
The cone-shaped Maule Monument is a prominent landmark, crowning gentle Hill of Rowan in beautiful Glen Esk, Angus. The monument dates from 1866, built as a memorial to the local Panmure family. Beautiful purple hues created by blooming heather makes this an idyllic summer wander starting from the remote hamlet of Tarfside.
Chronological photo guide
Location
O.S. Grid Reference: NO 493797
GPS coordinates: 56.905465,-2.834263
No public transport within 1 mi
Car park
Key info
7 km / 4 mi | ▲ 200 m |
2-2.5 hr
Features: △ Hill of Rowan (380 m)
⬤ Moderate | Pleasant tracks, fainter on final ascent to summit and initial descent. Minor road return.
Anticlockwise circuit: start – leave main track at
On our last visit
Wildlife: Hundreds of rabbits and numerous lapwings.
Weather: Foggy on the east coast but warm and sunny here in Glen Esk with temperatures approaching 20°C.
July 2013
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