Mountains & hills · Central Scotland
West Kip
In or near Currie.
West Kip — Named summit at 551 m.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 3 h–8 h
- Best time of year
- Late spring – early autumn (May–Oct)
- Nearest railway station
- Curriehill · 7.7 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
West Kip is a named summit in the United Kingdom. Wikidata describes it as: "Named summit at 551 m.". Coordinates: 55.8314°, -3.3140°.
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Place summary
West Kip is a mountain located in central Scotland. It is part of the Pentland Hills range, known for its rugged terrain and scenic views. The mountain is popular for walking and outdoor activities, attracting visitors seeking natural landscapes.
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- Coordinates
- 55.8314, -3.3140
- District
- Midlothian
- Postcode
- EH26 9LN
- Parliamentary constituency
- Midlothian
- Nearest railway station
- Curriehill — 7.7 km
Sources
- osm: n289419524 (ODbL)
- commons: West Kip - geograph.org.uk - 53956.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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📷 5Frequently asked questions
- Where is West Kip?
- West Kip is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode EH26 9LN).
- What is West Kip?
- West Kip — Named summit at 551 m.
- How do I get to West Kip?
- The nearest railway station is Curriehill, about 7.7 km away. Drivers can use postcode EH26 9LN.
- Is West Kip free to visit?
- Yes, West Kip is free to enter.
- How do I get to West Kip?
- The nearest railway station is Curriehill, about 7.7 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode EH26 9LN.