Mountains & hills · Central Scotland
Lions Haunch
In or near Edinburgh.
Lions Haunch — a hill or mountain in scotland central.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 3 h–8 h
- Best time of year
- Late spring – early autumn (May–Oct)
- Nearest railway station
- Edinburgh Waverley · 2.5 km
- Dog-friendly
About
A British hill or mountain, named on Ordnance Survey maps and walked by hill-baggers. Lions Haunch 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
Lions Haunch is a mountain located in central Scotland. It is known for its distinctive profile and offers various outdoor activities for visitors. The area provides opportunities for hiking and exploring the surrounding natural landscape. Expect scenic views and a rugged terrain typical of the Scottish Highlands.
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- Coordinates
- 55.9333, -3.1667
- District
- City of Edinburgh
- Postcode
- EH16 5DU
- Parliamentary constituency
- Edinburgh South
- Nearest railway station
- Edinburgh Waverley — 2.5 km
Sources
- manual: geonames-2644421 (CC BY 4.0)
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Where to eat & stay near Lions Haunch
Places to stay
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📷 5Hotels · Central Scotland
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📷 5Hostels · Central Scotland
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📷 5Hostels · Central Scotland
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Places to eat & drink
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📷 7Historic pubs · Central Scotland
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📷 5Frequently asked questions
- Where is Lions Haunch?
- Lions Haunch is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode EH16 5DU).
- What is Lions Haunch?
- Lions Haunch — a hill or mountain in scotland central.
- How do I get to Lions Haunch?
- The nearest railway station is Edinburgh Waverley, about 2.5 km away. Drivers can use postcode EH16 5DU.
- How do I get to Lions Haunch?
- The nearest railway station is Edinburgh Waverley, about 2.5 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode EH16 5DU.