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The Great Britain Guide

Mountains & hills Β· Central Scotland

The Knock

In or near Torphichen.

The Knock β€” mountain in scotland central. Elevation: 309 m.

Cairn on the Knock - geograph.org.uk - 2524444

Ian Murfitt 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)
Nearest railway station
Bathgate Β· 3.1 km
  • Dog-friendly

About

The Knock is a mountain located in scotland central. Elevation: 309 m. A named British peak recorded in OpenStreetMap. Peaks are typically named on Ordnance Survey 1:50k mapping.

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Place summary

The Knock is a mountain located in central Scotland. Known for its distinct topography, it offers opportunities for walking and outdoor activities. Visitors can expect a rugged landscape with scenic views typical of the region. The area is suitable for various skill levels, making it accessible for both casual walkers and more experienced hikers.

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

Coordinates
55.9226, -3.6169
District
West Lothian
Postcode
EH48 4JU
Parliamentary constituency
Bathgate and Linlithgow
Nearest railway station
Bathgate β€” 3.1 km

Sources

Other places nearby

Nearby

Trig point on Cairnpapple Hill - geograph.org.uk - 7039456πŸ“· 5

Mountains & hills Β· Central Scotland

Cairnpapple Hill

Cairnpapple Hill β€” a hill or mountain in scotland central.

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Trig point on Cairnpapple Hill - geograph.org.uk - 7039456πŸ“· 5

Mountains & hills Β· Central Scotland

Ballencrieff Hill

Ballencrieff Hill β€” mountain in scotland central. Elevation: 312 m.

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Heading off Cairnpapple Hill - geograph.org.uk - 6848904πŸ“· 3

Archaeological sites Β· Central Scotland

Windywa's Silvermine

Windywa's Silvermine β€” a archaeological in scotland-central, United Kingdom.

FreeπŸ•β†— historicenvironment.scot
Heading off Cairnpapple Hill - geograph.org.uk - 6848904πŸ“· 5

Archaeological sites Β· Central Scotland

Windywa's Silvermine

Windywa's Silvermine β€” archaeological in scotland central.

Ravencraig entrance - geograph.org.uk - 6905635πŸ“· 5

Mountains & hills Β· Central Scotland

Raven Craig

Raven Craig β€” mountain in scotland central. Elevation: 290 m.

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Cairnpapple HillπŸ“· 3

Mountains & hills Β· Central Scotland

Cairnpapple Hill

Cairnpapple Hill β€” Named summit at 312 m.

FreeπŸ•β†— historicenvironment.scot

Where to eat & stay near The Knock

Places to stay

Torphichen Bowyett road junction - geograph.org.uk - 6904275πŸ“· 5

Campsites Β· Central Scotland

The Craigs Camping and Training Centre

The Craigs Camping and Training Centre β€” a campsite in scotland central.

Defibrillator, Beecraigs Country Park - geograph.org.uk - 6360140πŸ“· 5

Campsites Β· Central Scotland

Beecraigs Country Park

Beecraigs Country Park β€” a campsite in scotland central.

Roadside signs - geograph.org.uk - 7114695πŸ“· 5

Caravan parks Β· Central Scotland

Loch House Farm Cavavan Park

Loch House Farm Cavavan Park β€” a caravan park in scotland central.

Spring sunshine in Whitrigg woods - geograph.org.uk - 2864046πŸ“· 5

Caravan parks Β· Central Scotland

Mosshall Farm Caravan Park

Mosshall Farm Caravan Park β€” a caravan park in scotland central.

River Almond near the Lin's Mill aqueduct - geograph.org.uk - 7318903πŸ“· 5

Campsites Β· Central Scotland

Linwater Caravan Park

Linwater Caravan Park β€” a campsite in scotland central.

Selm Muir from Leyden Farm - panoramio

Campsites Β· Central Scotland

Hilly Cow Wigwams

Hilly Cow Wigwams β€” a campsite in scotland central.

Free↗ hillycowwigwams.co.uk

Places to eat & drink

Sign for the Crown Arms - geograph.org.uk - 6842451πŸ“· 7

Historic pubs Β· Central Scotland

The Crown Arms, 177-179 High Street, Linlithgow

The Crown Arms, 177-179 High Street, Linlithgow in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.

Houses, Main Street Linlithgow Bridge - geograph.org.uk - 7114715πŸ“· 7

Historic pubs Β· Central Scotland

Bridge Inn

Bridge Inn in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.

St Michael's Wynd - geograph.org.uk - 7432499πŸ“· 7

Historic pubs Β· Central Scotland

Red Lion Inn, 50 High Street, Linlithgow

Red Lion Inn, 50 High Street, Linlithgow in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.

Livingston Inn - geograph.org.uk - 1242055πŸ“· 4

Historic pubs Β· Central Scotland

Livingston Inn

Livingston Inn β€” Historic pub β€” listed building or notable heritage status.

FreeπŸ•β†— livingstoninn.co.uk
Uphall, West Main Street - geograph.org.uk - 7147896πŸ“· 7

Historic pubs Β· Central Scotland

Oatridge Hotel, 2, 4 East Main Street, Uphall

Oatridge Hotel, 2, 4 East Main Street, Uphall in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.

Junction of A905 and A803 - geograph.org.uk - 3508596πŸ“· 5

Restaurants Β· Central Scotland

Champany Inn

Champany Inn β€” a restaurant in scotland central.

Free↗ champany.com

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A' Chrois

A' Chrois β€” Named summit at 848 m.

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Mountains & hills Β· Central Scotland

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An CaistealπŸ“· 3

Mountains & hills Β· Central Scotland

An Caisteal

An Caisteal β€” Named summit at 995 m.

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An StΓΉcπŸ“· 5

Mountains & hills Β· Central Scotland

An StΓΉc

An StΓΉc β€” Named summit at 1118 m.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is The Knock?
The Knock is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode EH48 4JU).
What is The Knock?
The Knock β€” mountain in scotland central. Elevation: 309 m.
How do I get to The Knock?
The nearest railway station is Bathgate, about 3.1 km away. Drivers can use postcode EH48 4JU.
How do I get to The Knock?
The nearest railway station is Bathgate, about 3.1 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode EH48 4JU.