Mountains & hills · Scottish Islands
Nearhouse Hill
In or near Finstown.
Nearhouse Hill — mountain in scotland islands. Elevation: 105 m.
Derek Mayes — 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
Nearhouse Hill is a mountain located in scotland islands. Elevation: 105 m. A named British peak recorded in OpenStreetMap. Peaks are typically named on Ordnance Survey 1:50k mapping.
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Place summary
Nearhouse Hill is a mountain located in the Scottish Islands. It offers a rugged landscape typical of the region, characterised by its natural beauty and varied terrain. Visitors can expect opportunities for walking and exploration in a remote setting, ideal for those seeking solitude and scenic views. The area is a notable feature of the local geography, attracting outdoor enthusiasts and nature observers.
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- Coordinates
- 58.9721, -3.1153
- District
- Orkney Islands
- Postcode
- KW16 3HD
- Parliamentary constituency
- Orkney and Shetland
Sources
- osm: n9136274817 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Nearhouse Hill?
- Nearhouse Hill is in the Scottish Islands, United Kingdom (postcode KW16 3HD).
- What is Nearhouse Hill?
- Nearhouse Hill — mountain in scotland islands. Elevation: 105 m.
- How do I get to Nearhouse Hill?
- The nearest town is Finstown. Drivers can use postcode KW16 3HD.
- How do I get to Nearhouse Hill?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode KW16 3HD. It sits within the Orkney and Shetland parliamentary constituency.