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Mountains & hills Β· North East England

Cairn Hill

In or near Akeld.

🐾 Dog-friendly

Cairn Hill β€” mountain in scotland lowlands. Elevation: 777 m.

Stile when approaching the summit of Cairn Hill from the south - geograph.org.uk - 8115614

shikari 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

Cairn Hill is a mountain located in scotland lowlands. Elevation: 777 m. A named British peak recorded in OpenStreetMap. Peaks are typically named on Ordnance Survey 1:50k mapping.

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Protected designations

  • Site of Special Scientific Interest: The Cheviot SSSI
  • Site of Special Scientific Interest: Tweed Catchment Rivers - England: Till Catchment SSSI

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

Cairn Hill is a mountain located in the Scottish Lowlands. It is characterised by its distinctive topography and offers scenic views of the surrounding landscape. Visitors can expect a range of walking trails suitable for various skill levels, providing an opportunity to explore the natural beauty of the region. The area is popular among hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.

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

Coordinates
55.4694, -2.1548

Sources

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Where to eat & stay near Cairn Hill

Places to stay

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The Plough Hotel

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Places to eat & drink

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Cairn Hill?
Cairn Hill is in the Scottish Lowlands, United Kingdom.
What is Cairn Hill?
Cairn Hill β€” mountain in scotland lowlands. Elevation: 777 m.
How do I get to Cairn Hill?
Its coordinates are 55.4694Β°, -2.1548Β°.
Is Cairn Hill a protected site?
Yes β€” Cairn Hill is part of the The Cheviot SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the Tweed Catchment Rivers - England: Till Catchment SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.