Mountains & hills · Central Scotland
Muckle Knock
In or near West Linton.
Muckle Knock — a hill or mountain in scotland central.

Anthony O'Neil — 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. Muckle Knock 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
Muckle Knock is a mountain located in central Scotland. It is notable for its prominent elevation and rugged terrain. The area offers opportunities for hiking and exploring the natural landscape, appealing to outdoor enthusiasts. Visitors can expect scenic views and a range of walking trails suitable for various skill levels.
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- Coordinates
- 55.7917, -3.4097
- District
- Scottish Borders
- Postcode
- EH46 7HL
- Parliamentary constituency
- Dumfriesshire, Clydesdale and Tweeddale
Sources
- manual: geonames-6544613 (CC BY 4.0)
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📷 5Frequently asked questions
- Where is Muckle Knock?
- Muckle Knock is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode EH46 7HL).
- What is Muckle Knock?
- Muckle Knock — a hill or mountain in scotland central.
- How do I get to Muckle Knock?
- Drivers can use postcode EH46 7HL.
- How do I get to Muckle Knock?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode EH46 7HL. It sits within the Dumfriesshire, Clydesdale and Tweeddale parliamentary constituency.