Mountains & hills · North East England
The Schil
In or near Akeld.
The Schil — mountain in scotland lowlands. Elevation: 605 m.
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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
The Schil is a mountain located in scotland lowlands. Elevation: 605 m. A named British peak recorded in OpenStreetMap. Peaks are typically named on Ordnance Survey 1:50k mapping.
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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
The Schil is a mountain located in the Scottish Lowlands. It is part of the Cheviot Hills, offering a distinctive landscape characterised by rolling hills and heather-covered moorland. Visitors can expect a range of walking trails suitable for various skill levels, providing opportunities to explore the natural beauty of the area. The mountain is a notable feature of the region, attracting walkers and outdoor enthusiasts.
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- Coordinates
- 55.4946, -2.2088
- District
- Northumberland
- Parish
- Kirknewton
- Postcode
- NE71 6TU
- Parliamentary constituency
- North Northumberland
Sources
- osm: n1510507073 (ODbL)
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Where to eat & stay near The Schil
Places to stay
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Mounthooly Bunk House
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Places to eat & drink
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is The Schil?
- The Schil is in North-East England, United Kingdom (postcode NE71 6TU), in the parish of Kirknewton.
- What is The Schil?
- The Schil — mountain in scotland lowlands. Elevation: 605 m.
- How do I get to The Schil?
- The nearest town is Akeld. Drivers can use postcode NE71 6TU.
- Is The Schil a protected site?
- Yes — The Schil is part of the Tweed Catchment Rivers - England: Till Catchment SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- How do I get to The Schil?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode NE71 6TU. It sits within the North Northumberland parliamentary constituency.