Mountains & hills · Scottish Lowlands
Watch Knowe
Watch Knowe — a hill or mountain in scotland lowlands.
Graham Hewitt — 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)
About
A British hill or mountain, named on Ordnance Survey maps and walked by hill-baggers. Watch Knowe is a named hill or mountain in scotland lowlands, 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
Watch Knowe is a mountain located in the Scottish Lowlands. It is characterised by its rugged terrain and offers a range of outdoor activities for walkers and climbers. The area features scenic views typical of the region, making it a suitable destination for those seeking nature and adventure. Visitors can expect varying trails that cater to different skill levels.
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- Coordinates
- 55.4315, -3.2914
Sources
- manual: geonames-12611491 (CC BY 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Watch Knowe?
- Watch Knowe is in the Scottish Lowlands, United Kingdom.
- What is Watch Knowe?
- Watch Knowe — a hill or mountain in scotland lowlands.
- How do I get to Watch Knowe?
- Its coordinates are 55.4315°, -3.2914°.