Mountains & hills · North East England
Monkside
In or near Falstone.
Monkside — a hill or mountain in scotland lowlands.
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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. Monkside is a named hill or mountain in scotland lowlands, 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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Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Kielderhead and Emblehope Moors SSSI
- National Nature Reserve: KIELDERHEAD
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Monkside is a mountain located in the Scottish Lowlands. It offers a rugged landscape typical of the region, appealing to walkers and climbers alike. Visitors can expect various trails that showcase the natural beauty and wildlife of the area. The mountain's elevation provides a vantage point for panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.
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- Coordinates
- 55.2480, -2.4969
Sources
- manual: geonames-2642327 (CC BY 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Monkside?
- Monkside is in the Scottish Lowlands, United Kingdom.
- What is Monkside?
- Monkside — a hill or mountain in scotland lowlands.
- How do I get to Monkside?
- Its coordinates are 55.2480°, -2.4969°.
- Is Monkside a protected site?
- Yes — Monkside is part of the Kielderhead and Emblehope Moors SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the KIELDERHEAD National Nature Reserve.