Mountains & hills · Central Scotland
The Barr
In or near Ardrishaig.
The Barr — a hill or mountain in scotland highlands.
sylvia duckworth — 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. The Barr is a named hill or mountain in scotland highlands, 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
The Barr is a mountain located in the Scottish Highlands. It features rugged terrain and offers scenic views typical of the region. Visitors can expect a challenging hike, with opportunities for outdoor activities such as climbing and walking in a striking natural environment. The area's remote setting provides a tranquil experience amidst the dramatic landscape of the Highlands.
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- Coordinates
- 56.0144, -5.3796
- District
- Argyll and Bute
- Postcode
- PA31 8RX
- Parliamentary constituency
- Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber
Sources
- manual: geonames-12612843 (CC BY 4.0)
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📷 5Frequently asked questions
- Where is The Barr?
- The Barr is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode PA31 8RX).
- What is The Barr?
- The Barr — a hill or mountain in scotland highlands.
- How do I get to The Barr?
- Drivers can use postcode PA31 8RX.
- How do I get to The Barr?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode PA31 8RX. It sits within the Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber parliamentary constituency.