Mountains & hills · Scottish Islands
Hill of Herrislee
In or near Lerwick.
Hill of Herrislee — a hill or mountain in scotland islands.
Colin Smith — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
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. Hill of Herrislee 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
Hill of Herrislee is a mountain located in the Scottish Islands. It offers a rugged landscape typical of the region, attracting walkers and outdoor enthusiasts. The area is characterised by its natural beauty and diverse wildlife, making it a suitable destination for those interested in exploring Scotland's mountainous terrain. Facilities are limited, so visitors should come prepared for remote conditions.
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- Coordinates
- 60.1827, -1.2171
- District
- Shetland Islands
- Postcode
- ZE2 9TR
- Parliamentary constituency
- Orkney and Shetland
Sources
- manual: geonames-12612940 (CC BY 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Hill of Herrislee?
- Hill of Herrislee is in the Scottish Islands, United Kingdom (postcode ZE2 9TR).
- What is Hill of Herrislee?
- Hill of Herrislee — a hill or mountain in scotland islands.
- How do I get to Hill of Herrislee?
- Drivers can use postcode ZE2 9TR.
- How do I get to Hill of Herrislee?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode ZE2 9TR. It sits within the Orkney and Shetland parliamentary constituency.