Mountains & hills · Central Scotland
Thornton Hill
In or near West Barns.
Thornton Hill — mountain in scotland central. Elevation: 140 m.
Richard West — 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
- Dunbar · 7.3 km
- Dog-friendly
About
Thornton Hill is a mountain located in scotland central. Elevation: 140 m. A named British peak recorded in OpenStreetMap. Peaks are typically named on Ordnance Survey 1:50k mapping.
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Place summary
Thornton Hill is a mountain located in central Scotland. It offers a rugged landscape typical of the region, characterised by its natural beauty and varied terrain. Visitors can expect opportunities for hiking and outdoor activities, with scenic views of the surrounding area. The mountain is part of Scotland's extensive network of hills and glens, appealing to those interested in exploring the wild landscapes of the country.
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- Coordinates
- 55.9493, -2.4364
- District
- East Lothian
- Postcode
- EH42 1SF
- Parliamentary constituency
- Lothian East
- Nearest railway station
- Dunbar — 7.3 km
Sources
- osm: n8715191949 (ODbL)
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The Dolphin Inn
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📷 5Frequently asked questions
- Where is Thornton Hill?
- Thornton Hill is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode EH42 1SF).
- What is Thornton Hill?
- Thornton Hill — mountain in scotland central. Elevation: 140 m.
- How do I get to Thornton Hill?
- The nearest railway station is Dunbar, about 7.3 km away. Drivers can use postcode EH42 1SF.
- How do I get to Thornton Hill?
- The nearest railway station is Dunbar, about 7.3 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode EH42 1SF.