Mountains & hills · Scottish Islands
Gairy Hill
In or near St Margaret's Hope.
Gairy Hill — mountain in scotland islands. Elevation: 65 m.
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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
Gairy Hill is a mountain located in scotland islands. Elevation: 65 m. A named British peak recorded in OpenStreetMap. Peaks are typically named on Ordnance Survey 1:50k mapping.
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Place summary
Gairy Hill is a mountain located in the Scottish Islands. It is known for its rugged terrain and dramatic views of the surrounding landscape. Visitors can expect a challenging ascent with rewarding vistas at the summit, typical of the region's natural beauty. The area is suitable for experienced hikers and offers a remote wilderness experience.
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- Coordinates
- 58.7544, -2.9249
- District
- Orkney Islands
- Postcode
- KW17 2RW
- Parliamentary constituency
- Orkney and Shetland
Sources
- osm: n1339580888 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Gairy Hill?
- Gairy Hill is in the Scottish Islands, United Kingdom (postcode KW17 2RW).
- What is Gairy Hill?
- Gairy Hill — mountain in scotland islands. Elevation: 65 m.
- How do I get to Gairy Hill?
- The nearest town is St Margaret's Hope. Drivers can use postcode KW17 2RW.
- How do I get to Gairy Hill?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode KW17 2RW. It sits within the Orkney and Shetland parliamentary constituency.