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The Great Britain Guide

Forts · Scottish Lowlands

Castle Hill

In or near Riccarton.

Castle Hill is a fort in the United Kingdom.

Howletburn road-end - geograph.org.uk - 170745

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Plan your visit

Typical visit
45 min–1.5 h
Nearest railway station
Kilmarnock · 7.6 km

About

Castle Hill is a historic fort or fortified site in the United Kingdom. Coordinates: 55.6196°, -4.3795°. This entry is part of The Great Britain Guide, a free, ad-free, open-data tourist directory.

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Place summary

Castle Hill is a historic fort located in central Scotland, postcode KA16. It is notable for its strategic position and archaeological significance, reflecting the area's military history. The site offers insights into ancient fortifications in Scotland.

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Coordinates
55.6196, -4.3795
Postcode
KA16 9LH
Parliamentary constituency
Kilmarnock and Loudoun
Nearest railway station
Kilmarnock7.6 km

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Castle Hill?
Castle Hill is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode KA16 9LH).
What is Castle Hill?
Castle Hill is a fort in the United Kingdom.
How do I get to Castle Hill?
The nearest railway station is Kilmarnock, about 7.6 km away. Drivers can use postcode KA16 9LH.
How do I get to Castle Hill?
The nearest railway station is Kilmarnock, about 7.6 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode KA16 9LH.