Mountains & hills · North East England
Preston Hill
In or near Akeld.
Preston Hill — a hill or mountain in scotland central.
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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. Preston 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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Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Tweed Catchment Rivers - England: Till Catchment SSSI
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Preston Hill is a mountain located in central Scotland. It offers a rugged landscape typical of the region, appealing to outdoor enthusiasts. Visitors can expect a variety of walking trails that showcase the natural beauty of the area. The mountain's elevation provides panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, making it a suitable destination for hiking and exploring the Scottish wilderness.
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- Coordinates
- 55.5078, -2.1238
- District
- Northumberland
- Parish
- Kirknewton
- Postcode
- NE71 6TT
- Parliamentary constituency
- North Northumberland
Sources
- manual: geonames-12608756 (CC BY 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Preston Hill?
- Preston Hill is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode NE71 6TT), in the parish of Kirknewton.
- What is Preston Hill?
- Preston Hill — a hill or mountain in scotland central.
- How do I get to Preston Hill?
- Drivers can use postcode NE71 6TT.
- Is Preston Hill a protected site?
- Yes — Preston Hill is part of the Tweed Catchment Rivers - England: Till Catchment SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- How do I get to Preston Hill?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode NE71 6TT. It sits within the North Northumberland parliamentary constituency.