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The Great Britain Guide

Hill forts · Central Scotland

Hillfort

In or near Gorebridge.

Free admission

Hillfort — a hill fort in scotland-central, United Kingdom.

Path sign, Camp Wood - geograph.org.uk - 3633660

Richard Webb — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
1 h–2 h
Nearest railway station
Newtongrange · 2.7 km
  • Free entry
  • Dog-friendly

About

Hillfort is a hill fort located in scotland-central, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.

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Place summary

Hillfort is a historic hill-fort located in central Scotland. It is notable for its ancient earthworks and defensive structures, characteristic of prehistoric settlements in the region. The site offers insights into early human habitation and community organisation in Scotland.

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

Coordinates
55.8631, -3.0252
District
Midlothian
Postcode
EH22 5TP
Parliamentary constituency
Midlothian
Nearest railway station
Newtongrange2.7 km

Sources

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Hillfort?
Hillfort is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode EH22 5TP).
What is Hillfort?
Hillfort — a hill fort in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
How do I get to Hillfort?
The nearest railway station is Newtongrange, about 2.7 km away. Drivers can use postcode EH22 5TP.
Is Hillfort free to visit?
Yes, Hillfort is free to enter.
How do I get to Hillfort?
The nearest railway station is Newtongrange, about 2.7 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode EH22 5TP.