There is evidence of human habitation in the Black Mount area from the Neolithic period (between 4,000 BC and 2,200 BC) onwards. Subsequently, the route to the South of the Pentlands became an important thoroughfare, both in Roman times and later, and helped define the history of the region. The railways came to the area in the 19th century, but lasted less than 70 years.

Click on the pictures below to read more about the history of the Black Mount area.

Pre-history to 1000 AD	1000 to 1900	The Railway Era	Roads

The Gazetteer for Scotland web site offers an excellent range of information, both geographical and historical, on the Black Mount area. Click here to access this web site.

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