Mountains & hills · North East England
West Dun Hill
In or near Coanwood.
West Dun Hill — mountain in scotland lowlands. Elevation: 574 m.
Andrew Smith — 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
- Slaggyford · 4.7 km
- Dog-friendly
About
West Dun Hill is a mountain located in scotland lowlands. Elevation: 574 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: Geltsdale & Glendue Fells SSSI
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: River Eden and Tributaries SSSI
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: North Pennines
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
West Dun Hill is a mountain located in the Scottish Lowlands. It is part of a rugged landscape known for its scenic beauty and offers a range of outdoor activities. Visitors can expect to encounter diverse wildlife and walking trails suitable for various skill levels. The area is popular for hiking and enjoying panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.
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- Coordinates
- 54.8639, -2.5795
- Nearest railway station
- Slaggyford — 4.7 km
Sources
- osm: n323103645 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is West Dun Hill?
- West Dun Hill is in the Scottish Lowlands, United Kingdom.
- What is West Dun Hill?
- West Dun Hill — mountain in scotland lowlands. Elevation: 574 m.
- How do I get to West Dun Hill?
- The nearest railway station is Slaggyford, about 4.7 km away. Its coordinates are 54.8639°, -2.5795°.
- Is West Dun Hill a protected site?
- Yes — West Dun Hill is part of the Geltsdale & Glendue Fells SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the River Eden and Tributaries SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- How do I get to West Dun Hill?
- The nearest railway station is Slaggyford, about 4.7 km away.