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Mountains & hills · Scottish Lowlands

Hillshaw Head

🐾 Dog-friendly

Hillshaw Head — a hill or mountain in scotland central.

Summit of Hillshaw Head - geograph.org.uk - 5217422

Alan O'Dowd — 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. Hillshaw Head is a named hill or mountain in scotland central, 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

Hillshaw Head is a mountain located in central Scotland. It is known for its prominent elevation and offers views of the surrounding landscape. The area is characterised by rugged terrain, making it suitable for hiking and outdoor activities. Visitors can expect a natural setting with opportunities for exploration and appreciation of the Scottish countryside.

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Coordinates
55.5059, -3.5082

Sources

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Hillshaw Head?
Hillshaw Head is in central Scotland, United Kingdom.
What is Hillshaw Head?
Hillshaw Head — a hill or mountain in scotland central.
How do I get to Hillshaw Head?
Its coordinates are 55.5059°, -3.5082°.