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The Great Britain Guide

Mountains & hills · Scottish Highlands

Knock of Formal

In or near Alyth.

Knock of Formal — a hill or mountain in scotland highlands.

Grass cutting in Glen Isla - geograph.org.uk - 1953487

Russel Wills — 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. Knock of Formal is a named hill or mountain in scotland highlands, 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

Knock of Formal is a mountain located in the Scottish Highlands. It is characterised by its rugged terrain and natural beauty, typical of the region. Visitors can expect a variety of outdoor activities, including hiking and wildlife observation, amidst stunning landscapes. The mountain offers an opportunity to experience the unique flora and fauna of the Highlands.

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Coordinates
56.6775, -3.2158
District
Angus
Postcode
PH11 8QG
Parliamentary constituency
Angus and Perthshire Glens

Sources

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Knock of Formal?
Knock of Formal is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode PH11 8QG).
What is Knock of Formal?
Knock of Formal — a hill or mountain in scotland highlands.
How do I get to Knock of Formal?
Drivers can use postcode PH11 8QG.
How do I get to Knock of Formal?
Drivers can navigate to postcode PH11 8QG. It sits within the Angus and Perthshire Glens parliamentary constituency.