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The Great Britain Guide

Mountains & hills Β· Scottish Islands

Ward Hill

Ward Hill β€” a hill or mountain in scotland islands.

Looking northwest to Mid Howe chambered cairn - geograph.org.uk - 7417766

David Medcalf β€” 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. Ward Hill 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

Ward Hill is a mountain located in the Scottish Islands. It is notable for its prominent elevation and rugged terrain, offering panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. The mountain is a destination for walkers and climbers looking to experience the natural beauty of the islands. Visitors can expect varying trails suited to different skill levels, making it accessible for both seasoned hikers and those seeking a more leisurely outing.

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Coordinates
59.1522, -3.0796

Sources

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Nearby

Looking northwest to Mid Howe chambered cairn - geograph.org.uk - 7417766πŸ“· 5

Mountains & hills Β· Scottish Islands

Ward Hill

Ward Hill β€” mountain in scotland islands. Elevation: 198 m.

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Bay of Swandro on south west Rousay - geograph.org.uk - 403591πŸ“· 4

Beaches Β· Scottish Islands

Knowe of Swandro

Knowe of Swandro in Orkney + Shetland, United Kingdom.

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Bay of Swandro on south west Rousay - geograph.org.uk - 403591πŸ“· 3

Burial mounds & barrows Β· Scottish Islands

Knowe of Swandro (Pictish Cellular Building? / Chambered Cairn (Neolithic)

Knowe of Swandro (Pictish Cellular Building? / Chambered Cairn (Neolithic) β€” a burial mound in scotland-islands, United Kingdom.

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Westness Farm and ploughed field - geograph.org.uk - 402854πŸ“· 3

Natural landmarks Β· Scottish Islands

Muckle Water walk

Muckle Water walk β€” a other in scotland-islands, United Kingdom.

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Church of St Mary, Rousay - geograph.org.uk - 6888661πŸ“· 5

Literary houses Β· Scottish Islands

The Wirk,tower and hall,Westness,Rousay

The Wirk,tower and hall,Westness,Rousay β€” a literary house museum in scotland islands.

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Rousay, The Wirk - geograph.org.uk - 4716735πŸ“· 3

Archaeological sites Β· Scottish Islands

Skaill Farm 18th Century - empty since the clearances C19

Skaill Farm 18th Century - empty since the clearances C19 β€” a archaeological in scotland-islands, United Kingdom.

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Where to eat & stay near Ward Hill

Places to stay

Road to the coast - geograph.org.uk - 5402570πŸ“· 5

Campsites Β· Scottish Islands

Eviedale Centre

Eviedale Centre β€” a campsite in scotland islands.

The fine entrance to Trumland Home Farm - geograph.org.uk - 7447251πŸ“· 5

Hostels Β· Scottish Islands

Trumland Hostel & Campsite

Trumland Hostel & Campsite β€” a hostel in scotland islands.

The fine entrance to Trumland Home Farm - geograph.org.uk - 7447251πŸ“· 5

Campsites Β· Scottish Islands

Trumland Hostel & Campsite

Trumland Hostel & Campsite β€” a campsite in scotland islands.

Evie primary school - geograph.org.uk - 7417865πŸ“· 5

Caravan parks Β· Scottish Islands

Caravan and Motorhome Club site

Caravan and Motorhome Club site β€” a caravan park in scotland islands.

Relaxing cattle and sheep at Woodwick - geograph.org.uk - 7422273πŸ“· 5

Hotels Β· Scottish Islands

Woodwick House

Woodwick House β€” a hotel in scotland islands.

Wheebin Standing Stone or Stane O'Quoybune by A967 Orkney - geograph.org.uk - 6742853πŸ“· 5

Hostels Β· Scottish Islands

Birsay Hostel & Campsite

Birsay Hostel & Campsite β€” a hostel in scotland islands.

Places to eat & drink

Fence post and valve markers, Velzian - geograph.org.uk - 6868186πŸ“· 4

Historic pubs Β· Scottish Islands

Dounby

Dounby in Orkney + Shetland, United Kingdom.

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Mountains & hills Β· Scottish Islands

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Mountains & hills Β· Scottish Islands

Ainshval

Ainshval β€” Named summit at 781 m.

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Mountains & hills Β· Scottish Islands

Am Basteir

Am Basteir β€” Named summit at 934 m.

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Mountains & hills Β· Scottish Islands

An Cliseam

An Cliseam β€” Named summit at 799 m.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Ward Hill?
Ward Hill is in the Scottish Islands, United Kingdom.
What is Ward Hill?
Ward Hill β€” a hill or mountain in scotland islands.
How do I get to Ward Hill?
Its coordinates are 59.1522Β°, -3.0796Β°.