Mountains & hills · Central Scotland
Pencraig Hill
In or near East Linton.
Pencraig Hill — a hill or mountain in scotland central.
Richard Webb — 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)
- Nearest railway station
- East Linton · 1.7 km
- Dog-friendly
About
A British hill or mountain, named on Ordnance Survey maps and walked by hill-baggers. Pencraig Hill 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
Pencraig Hill is a mountain located in central Scotland. It offers scenic views of the surrounding landscape, making it a notable feature in the region. Visitors can expect various walking trails suitable for different skill levels, providing opportunities for outdoor activities and exploration. The area is characterised by its natural beauty and offers a tranquil setting for hikers and nature enthusiasts.
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- Coordinates
- 55.9804, -2.6874
- District
- East Lothian
- Postcode
- EH40 3EB
- Parliamentary constituency
- Lothian East
- Nearest railway station
- East Linton — 1.7 km
Sources
- manual: geonames-12615211 (CC BY 4.0)
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Pencraig Hill,standing stone
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Vineyards · 1.0 km
Markle Castle
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Markle Castle
Literary houses · 1.2 km
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Hairy Craig,enclosure
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Nether Hailes
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The Crown & Kitchen
Historic pubs · 2.0 km
Traprain Law
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John P. Mackintosh memorial
Memorials & monuments · 2.1 km
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Markle Castle
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Where to eat & stay near Pencraig Hill
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Places to eat & drink
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📷 5Frequently asked questions
- Where is Pencraig Hill?
- Pencraig Hill is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode EH40 3EB).
- What is Pencraig Hill?
- Pencraig Hill — a hill or mountain in scotland central.
- How do I get to Pencraig Hill?
- The nearest railway station is East Linton, about 1.7 km away. Drivers can use postcode EH40 3EB.
- How do I get to Pencraig Hill?
- The nearest railway station is East Linton, about 1.7 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode EH40 3EB.