Mountains & hills · Scottish Lowlands
Drochil Hill
In or near West Linton.
Drochil 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)
- Dog-friendly
About
A British hill or mountain, named on Ordnance Survey maps and walked by hill-baggers. Drochil 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
Drochil Hill is a mountain located in central Scotland. It is part of the Southern Uplands and offers a range of walking opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts. The area features varied terrain and scenic views typical of the region. Visitors can expect to encounter a mix of grassy slopes and rocky outcrops, making it suitable for both casual walkers and those seeking more challenging hikes.
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- Coordinates
- 55.6831, -3.3451
- District
- Scottish Borders
- Postcode
- EH46 7DH
- Parliamentary constituency
- Dumfriesshire, Clydesdale and Tweeddale
Sources
- manual: geonames-12609291 (CC BY 4.0)
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📷 5Frequently asked questions
- Where is Drochil Hill?
- Drochil Hill is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode EH46 7DH).
- What is Drochil Hill?
- Drochil Hill — a hill or mountain in scotland central.
- How do I get to Drochil Hill?
- Drivers can use postcode EH46 7DH.
- How do I get to Drochil Hill?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode EH46 7DH. It sits within the Dumfriesshire, Clydesdale and Tweeddale parliamentary constituency.