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The Great Britain Guide

Mountains & hills · Central Scotland

Allermuir Hill

In or near Juniper Green.

Free admission

Allermuir Hill — Named summit at 493 m.

Allermuir Hill, mountains & hills in Central Scotland

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Plan your visit

Typical visit
3 h–8 h
Best time of year
Late spring – early autumn (May–Oct)
Nearest railway station
Kingsknowe · 4.4 km
  • Free entry
  • Dog-friendly

About

Allermuir Hill is a named summit in the United Kingdom. Wikidata describes it as: "Named summit at 493 m.". Coordinates: 55.8825°, -3.2372°.

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Place summary

Allermuir Hill is a mountain located in central Scotland, within the EH10 postcode area. It is part of the Pentland Hills range, offering panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. The hill is popular among hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.

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Coordinates
55.8825, -3.2372
Postcode
EH10 7DT
Parliamentary constituency
Edinburgh South West
Nearest railway station
Kingsknowe4.4 km

Sources

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Allermuir Hill?
Allermuir Hill is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode EH10 7DT).
What is Allermuir Hill?
Allermuir Hill — Named summit at 493 m.
How do I get to Allermuir Hill?
The nearest railway station is Kingsknowe, about 4.4 km away. Drivers can use postcode EH10 7DT.
Is Allermuir Hill free to visit?
Yes, Allermuir Hill is free to enter.
How do I get to Allermuir Hill?
The nearest railway station is Kingsknowe, about 4.4 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode EH10 7DT.