Natural landmarks · Scottish Lowlands
The Tor
In or near Carmunnock.
The Tor — a natural landmark in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
Elliott Simpson — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- East Kilbride · 2.6 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
The Tor is a natural landmark located in scotland-central, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Place summary
The Tor is a prominent natural landmark located in central Scotland. It is characterised by its distinctive rocky outcrop, offering panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. The site is known for its geological significance and natural beauty.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
- Coordinates
- 55.7482, -4.1530
- District
- South Lanarkshire
- Postcode
- G75 0SN
- Parliamentary constituency
- East Kilbride and Strathaven
- Nearest railway station
- East Kilbride — 2.6 km
Sources
- osm: way/509665835 (ODbL)
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Torrance Dyke and Promontory
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Waterfalls · 0.6 km
Site of Hamilton of Torrance Castle
Castles · 0.7 km
Saw Mill Subterranean Tunnel (drainage)
Historic houses · 0.7 km
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Concrete Tulips
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Falstaff stone statue
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Where to eat & stay near The Tor
Places to stay
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DoubleTree by Hilton Glasgow Strathclyde
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Places to eat & drink
📷 7Historic pubs · Scottish Lowlands
Cross Keys Inn, 1 Montgomery Street, Eaglesham
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📷 5Historic pubs · Scottish Lowlands
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📷 5Historic pubs · Central Scotland
The Rowan Tree Inn, 62 Old Mill Road, Uddingston
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📷 5Historic pubs · Central Scotland
Portland Arms Public House, 1169 Shettleston Road, Glasgow
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📷 5Historic pubs · Central Scotland
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is The Tor?
- The Tor is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode G75 0SN).
- What is The Tor?
- The Tor — a natural landmark in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to The Tor?
- The nearest railway station is East Kilbride, about 2.6 km away. Drivers can use postcode G75 0SN.
- Is The Tor free to visit?
- Yes, The Tor is free to enter.
- How do I get to The Tor?
- The nearest railway station is East Kilbride, about 2.6 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode G75 0SN.