Mountains & hills · Central Scotland
Cowden Hill
In or near Strathmiglo.
Cowden Hill — a hill or mountain in scotland central.
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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
- Ladybank · 7.0 km
- Dog-friendly
About
A British hill or mountain, named on Ordnance Survey maps and walked by hill-baggers. Cowden 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
Cowden Hill is a mountain located in central Scotland. It is part of the local landscape, offering opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking and climbing. Visitors can expect a rugged terrain with varied elevations, making it suitable for those seeking a physical challenge amidst the natural scenery. The area is typical of Scotland's mountainous regions, characterised by its natural beauty and wildlife.
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- Coordinates
- 56.3249, -3.1876
- District
- Fife
- Postcode
- KY14 6JB
- Parliamentary constituency
- North East Fife
- Nearest railway station
- Ladybank — 7 km
Sources
- manual: geonames-12609220 (CC BY 4.0)
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📷 5Frequently asked questions
- Where is Cowden Hill?
- Cowden Hill is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode KY14 6JB).
- What is Cowden Hill?
- Cowden Hill — a hill or mountain in scotland central.
- How do I get to Cowden Hill?
- The nearest railway station is Ladybank, about 7.0 km away. Drivers can use postcode KY14 6JB.
- How do I get to Cowden Hill?
- The nearest railway station is Ladybank, about 7.0 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode KY14 6JB.