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The Great Britain Guide

Mountains & hills Β· Central Scotland

Balgay Hill

In or near Dundee.

Balgay Hill β€” a hill or mountain in scotland central.

Balgay Hill, Mills Observatory - geograph.org.uk - 3507448

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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
Dundee Β· 2.8 km
  • Dog-friendly

About

A British hill or mountain, named on Ordnance Survey maps and walked by hill-baggers. Balgay Hill is a named hill or mountain in scotland central, recorded in the GeoNames UK gazetteer. British landmarks of this type are typically marked on Ordnance Survey maps and recorded in the national gazetteer for cartographic and navigational reference. Coordinates and feature classification are sourced from the GeoNames open dataset.

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Place summary

Balgay Hill is a mountain located in central Scotland. It offers panoramic views of the surrounding landscape and is a popular spot for walking and outdoor activities. The area is known for its natural beauty and provides various trails for hikers. Balgay Hill is part of the larger Dundee Law area, which is significant for its historical and geographical features.

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Coordinates
56.4650, -3.0124
District
Dundee City
Postcode
DD2 2UB
Parliamentary constituency
Dundee Central
Nearest railway station
Dundee β€” 2.8 km

Sources

Other places nearby

Nearby

Mills Observatory - geograph.org.uk - 9246πŸ“· 3

Observatories Β· Central Scotland

Mills Observatory

Mills Observatory β€” a observatory in scotland-central, United Kingdom.

πŸ‘Άβ†— leisureandculturedundee.com
Balgay Hill, Mills Observatory - geograph.org.uk - 3507448πŸ“· 5

Mountains & hills Β· Central Scotland

Balgay Hill

Balgay Hill β€” mountain in scotland central. Elevation: 146 m.

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Commemorative stone in Balgay Cemetery - geograph.org.uk - 6299643πŸ“· 4

Cemeteries Β· Central Scotland

Balgay Cemetery

Balgay Cemetery is a cemetery in the United Kingdom.

FreeπŸ•β†— leisureandculturedundee.com
George VI postbox on Norwood Terrace, Dundee - geograph.org.uk - 6875319πŸ“· 3

Memorials & monuments Β· Central Scotland

Dundee Women's Hospital

Dundee Women's Hospital β€” a memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom.

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Tullideph Place - geograph.org.uk - 405727πŸ“· 5

Historic churches Β· Central Scotland

St Margaret's Church, 17 Ancrum Road, Dundee

St Margaret's Church, 17 Ancrum Road, Dundee β€” category B listed building-listed church in scotland-central, United Kingdom.

Free
Plaque commemorating the opening of the Logie Scheme - geograph.org.uk - 1309972πŸ“· 4

Parks Β· Central Scotland

Logie

Logie in Scotland Islands, United Kingdom.

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Where to eat & stay near Balgay Hill

Places to stay

Shell petrol station on Marketgait - geograph.org.uk - 6591498πŸ“· 7

Hotels Β· Central Scotland

Hampton by Hilton Dundee City Centre

Hampton by Hilton Dundee City Centre β€” a hotel in scotland central. Brand: Hampton.

β†— hilton.com
Town House, Dundee - geograph.org.uk - 7342981πŸ“· 5

Hostels Β· Central Scotland

Dundee Backpackers Hostel

Dundee Backpackers Hostel β€” a hostel in scotland central.

Dundee Station concourse - geograph.org.uk - 6161126πŸ“· 7

Hotels Β· Central Scotland

Four Points Flex by Sheraton

Four Points Flex by Sheraton β€” a hotel in scotland central. Brand: Four Points by Sheraton.

β†— marriott.com
Back of houses at Muirhead - geograph.org.uk - 6784956

Caravan parks Β· Central Scotland

Caravan Storage Compound

Caravan Storage Compound β€” a caravan park in scotland highlands.

Bound for Aberdeen - geograph.org.uk - 2625916πŸ“· 7

Hotels Β· Central Scotland

Dundee Carlton Hotel

Dundee Carlton Hotel β€” a hotel in scotland central.

Back of houses at Muirhead - geograph.org.uk - 6784956

Caravan parks Β· Central Scotland

Greenacres

Greenacres β€” a caravan park in scotland highlands.

Free↗ caravanclub.co.uk

Places to eat & drink

Boudoir - coffee and cocktail bar - geograph.org.uk - 3714068πŸ“· 5

Historic pubs Β· Central Scotland

57, 59, 61 West Port, Dundee

57, 59, 61 West Port, Dundee in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.

Dundee Pie Shop - geograph.org.uk - 2632640πŸ“· 7

Historic pubs Β· Central Scotland

Windmill Bar, 113 Hilltown, Dundee

Windmill Bar, 113 Hilltown, Dundee in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.

Mcmanus Galleries - geograph.org.uk - 2510081πŸ“· 7

Historic pubs Β· Central Scotland

The Counting House

The Counting House in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.

β†— jdwetherspoon.com
Rear entrance to the Wellgate Shopping Centre, Dundee - geograph.org.uk - 4774675πŸ“· 7

Historic pubs Β· Central Scotland

Ladywell Tavern, 16 Victoria Road, Dundee

Ladywell Tavern, 16 Victoria Road, Dundee in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.

Rad Apples, Dundee - geograph.org.uk - 6875230πŸ“· 5

Historic pubs Β· Central Scotland

Public House, 51, 53 Meadowside, Dundee

Public House, 51, 53 Meadowside, Dundee in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.

Postboxes, Dundee - geograph.org.uk - 7196466πŸ“· 7

Historic pubs Β· Central Scotland

The Pillars Bar, 9, 11 Crichton Street, Dundee

The Pillars Bar, 9, 11 Crichton Street, Dundee in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Balgay Hill?
Balgay Hill is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode DD2 2UB).
What is Balgay Hill?
Balgay Hill β€” a hill or mountain in scotland central.
How do I get to Balgay Hill?
The nearest railway station is Dundee, about 2.8 km away. Drivers can use postcode DD2 2UB.
How do I get to Balgay Hill?
The nearest railway station is Dundee, about 2.8 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode DD2 2UB.