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Mountains & hills Β· Scottish Lowlands

Peatshank Head

In or near Walkerburn.

🐾 Dog-friendly

Peatshank Head β€” mountain in scotland central. Elevation: 482 m.

Deuchar Hope - geograph.org.uk - 6221423

Jim Barton β€” 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

Peatshank Head is a mountain located in scotland central. Elevation: 482 m. A named British peak recorded in OpenStreetMap. Peaks are typically named on Ordnance Survey 1:50k mapping.

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Place summary

Peatshank Head is a mountain located in central Scotland. It is characterised by its rugged terrain and scenic views of the surrounding landscape. The area is popular for outdoor activities such as hiking and nature observation. Visitors can expect a remote and natural environment, suitable for experienced walkers seeking solitude in the Scottish Highlands.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates
55.5591, -3.0168

Sources

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Where to eat & stay near Peatshank Head

Places to stay

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The County

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Peatshank Head?
Peatshank Head is in central Scotland, United Kingdom.
What is Peatshank Head?
Peatshank Head β€” mountain in scotland central. Elevation: 482 m.
How do I get to Peatshank Head?
Its coordinates are 55.5591Β°, -3.0168Β°.