Mountains & hills · Scottish Islands
Goltonquoy Hill
Goltonquoy Hill — a hill or mountain in scotland islands.
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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. Goltonquoy Hill is a named hill or mountain in scotland islands, 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
Goltonquoy Hill is a mountain located in the Scottish Islands. It offers a prominent elevation within the landscape, appealing to outdoor enthusiasts and those interested in scenic views. The area is characterised by rugged terrain and natural beauty, typical of the region. Visitors can expect a range of walking opportunities to explore the surrounding environment.
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- Coordinates
- 59.2608, -2.8561
- District
- Orkney Islands
- Postcode
- KW17 2DE
- Parliamentary constituency
- Orkney and Shetland
Sources
- manual: geonames-12614811 (CC BY 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Goltonquoy Hill?
- Goltonquoy Hill is in the Scottish Islands, United Kingdom (postcode KW17 2DE).
- What is Goltonquoy Hill?
- Goltonquoy Hill — a hill or mountain in scotland islands.
- How do I get to Goltonquoy Hill?
- Drivers can use postcode KW17 2DE.
- How do I get to Goltonquoy Hill?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode KW17 2DE. It sits within the Orkney and Shetland parliamentary constituency.