Mountains & hills · Scottish Islands
The Runk
The Runk — a hill or mountain in scotland islands.
Gerald England — 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 Runk is a named hill or mountain in scotland islands, 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 Runk is a mountain located in the Scottish Islands. It is known for its rugged terrain and scenic views typical of the region. Visitors can expect a challenging landscape suitable for experienced hikers and outdoor enthusiasts. The area surrounding The Runk offers opportunities for exploration and appreciation of the natural beauty of the islands.
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- Coordinates
- 60.4796, -1.5382
- District
- Shetland Islands
- Postcode
- ZE2 9RP
- Parliamentary constituency
- Orkney and Shetland
Sources
- manual: geonames-12616145 (CC BY 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is The Runk?
- The Runk is in the Scottish Islands, United Kingdom (postcode ZE2 9RP).
- What is The Runk?
- The Runk — a hill or mountain in scotland islands.
- How do I get to The Runk?
- Drivers can use postcode ZE2 9RP.
- How do I get to The Runk?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode ZE2 9RP. It sits within the Orkney and Shetland parliamentary constituency.