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Mountains & hills Β· Scottish Lowlands

Bank Head

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Bank Head β€” mountain in scotland central. Elevation: 439 m.

House at Hopehead, south side - geograph.org.uk - 7994009

Jim Barton β€” CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
3 h–8 h
Best time of year
Late spring – early autumn (May–Oct)
  • Dog-friendly

About

Bank Head is a mountain located in scotland central. Elevation: 439 m. A named British peak recorded in OpenStreetMap. Peaks are typically named on Ordnance Survey 1:50k mapping.

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Place summary

Bank Head is a mountain located in central Scotland. It offers a rugged landscape typical of the region, appealing to walkers and climbers. Visitors can expect a variety of terrains and scenic views, making it a suitable destination for outdoor activities. The area is known for its natural beauty and tranquil environment.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates
55.5091, -3.4573
Postcode
ML12 6QP
Parliamentary constituency
Dumfriesshire, Clydesdale and Tweeddale

Sources

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Where to eat & stay near Bank Head

Places to stay

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Campsites Β· Scottish Lowlands

Biggar Caravan Park

Biggar Caravan Park β€” a campsite in scotland central.

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Hotels Β· Scottish Lowlands

The Elphinstone Hotel

The Elphinstone Hotel β€” a hotel in scotland central.

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Caravan parks Β· Scottish Lowlands

Mount View Caravan Park

Mount View Caravan Park β€” a caravan park in scotland lowlands.

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B&Bs Β· Scottish Lowlands

Capperkirk

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Campsites Β· Scottish Lowlands

Tibbie Shiels

Tibbie Shiels β€” a campsite in scotland lowlands.

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Hotels Β· Scottish Lowlands

Buccleuch Arms Hotel

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Places to eat & drink

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Historic pubs Β· Scottish Lowlands

Post Horn Hotel, Crawford

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Hopetoun Arms Hotel, Leadhills

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The Bridge Inn, West Port, Peebles

The Bridge Inn, West Port, Peebles in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Bank Head?
Bank Head is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode ML12 6QP).
What is Bank Head?
Bank Head β€” mountain in scotland central. Elevation: 439 m.
How do I get to Bank Head?
Drivers can use postcode ML12 6QP.
How do I get to Bank Head?
Drivers can navigate to postcode ML12 6QP. It sits within the Dumfriesshire, Clydesdale and Tweeddale parliamentary constituency.