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Mountains & hills Β· Scottish Lowlands

Brown Hill

In or near Wanlockhead.

🐾 Dog-friendly

Brown Hill β€” mountain in scotland lowlands. Elevation: 471 m.

Glencraigy, Brown Hill - geograph.org.uk - 4962829

Alan O'Dowd 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)
Nearest railway station
Glengonnar Β· 5.0 km
  • Dog-friendly

About

Brown Hill is a mountain located in scotland lowlands. Elevation: 471 m. A named British peak recorded in OpenStreetMap. Peaks are typically named on Ordnance Survey 1:50k mapping.

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Place summary

Brown Hill is a mountain located in the Scottish Lowlands. It offers a range of outdoor activities and scenic views, typical of the region's natural landscape. The area is suitable for walking and hiking, attracting visitors interested in exploring the local terrain. The mountain's elevation provides opportunities for various levels of outdoor enthusiasts.

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

Coordinates
55.3804, -3.8389
Postcode
DG4 6HZ
Parliamentary constituency
Dumfriesshire, Clydesdale and Tweeddale
Nearest railway station
Glengonnar β€” 5 km

Sources

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Where to eat & stay near Brown Hill

Places to stay

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Informal campsite- no facilities

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Caravan parks Β· Scottish Lowlands

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Brown Hill?
Brown Hill is in the Scottish Lowlands, United Kingdom (postcode DG4 6HZ).
What is Brown Hill?
Brown Hill β€” mountain in scotland lowlands. Elevation: 471 m.
How do I get to Brown Hill?
The nearest railway station is Glengonnar, about 5.0 km away. Drivers can use postcode DG4 6HZ.
How do I get to Brown Hill?
The nearest railway station is Glengonnar, about 5.0 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode DG4 6HZ.