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Hill of Huxter

In or near Scalloway.

🐾 Dog-friendly

Hill of Huxter — mountain in scotland islands. Elevation: 140 m.

Huxter jetty - geograph.org.uk - 5038529

Mat Tuck — 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

Hill of Huxter is a mountain located in scotland islands. Elevation: 140 m. A named British peak recorded in OpenStreetMap. Peaks are typically named on Ordnance Survey 1:50k mapping.

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Place summary

Hill of Huxter is a mountain located in the Scottish Islands. It offers a rugged landscape typical of the region, attracting walkers and climbers. The area is known for its natural beauty and diverse wildlife, providing opportunities for outdoor activities. Visitors can expect a remote setting, ideal for those seeking solitude in nature.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates
60.2399, -1.2834
Postcode
ZE2 9LQ
Parliamentary constituency
Orkney and Shetland

Sources

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Hill of Huxter?
Hill of Huxter is in the Scottish Islands, United Kingdom (postcode ZE2 9LQ).
What is Hill of Huxter?
Hill of Huxter — mountain in scotland islands. Elevation: 140 m.
How do I get to Hill of Huxter?
The nearest town is Scalloway. Drivers can use postcode ZE2 9LQ.
How do I get to Hill of Huxter?
Drivers can navigate to postcode ZE2 9LQ. It sits within the Orkney and Shetland parliamentary constituency.