Mountains & hills · Scottish Islands
The Prison
In or near Uig.
The Prison — a hill or mountain in scotland highlands.
Trevor Littlewood — 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 Prison 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 Prison is a mountain located in the Scottish Highlands. It is distinguished by its striking rock formations and steep cliffs, which offer challenging routes for experienced climbers. The surrounding area features rugged landscapes typical of the Highlands, making it a notable site for outdoor enthusiasts. The mountain's remote setting provides opportunities for exploration and adventure in a dramatic natural environment.
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- Coordinates
- 57.6383, -6.2713
- District
- Highland
- Postcode
- IV51 9LB
- Parliamentary constituency
- Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire
Sources
- manual: geonames-12616161 (CC BY 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is The Prison?
- The Prison is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode IV51 9LB).
- What is The Prison?
- The Prison — a hill or mountain in scotland highlands.
- How do I get to The Prison?
- Drivers can use postcode IV51 9LB.
- How do I get to The Prison?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode IV51 9LB. It sits within the Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire parliamentary constituency.