Mountains & hills · Central Scotland
Whin Hill
In or near Kilcreggan.
Whin Hill — mountain in scotland highlands. Elevation: 176 m. Operated by Ordnance Survey.

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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
- Whinhill · 0.8 km
- Dog-friendly
About
Whin Hill is a mountain located in scotland highlands. Elevation: 176 m. Operated by Ordnance Survey. A named British peak recorded in OpenStreetMap. Peaks are typically named on Ordnance Survey 1:50k mapping.
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Place summary
Whin Hill is a mountain located in the Scottish Highlands. Known for its rugged terrain and scenic views, it offers a range of walking opportunities for hikers. The area is characterised by its natural beauty and diverse wildlife, making it suitable for outdoor enthusiasts and nature observers. Visitors can expect a variety of trails that cater to different skill levels.
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- Coordinates
- 55.9364, -4.7593
- District
- Inverclyde
- Postcode
- PA16 9LN
- Parliamentary constituency
- Inverclyde and Renfrewshire West
- Nearest railway station
- Whinhill — 0.8 km
Sources
- osm: n11371398104 (ODbL)
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Whinhill Reservoir
Reservoirs & lochs · 0.4 km

Greenock, Trafalgar Street, Synagogue
Historic churches · 0.9 km

St Laurence’s Church (Greenock)
Historic churches · 0.9 km

St Laurence’s Church (Greenock)
Historic churches · 0.9 km

The Monarch of Auchmountain Glen Stag
Public art & sculpture · 1.0 km

Well Park War Memorial
Memorials & monuments · 1.1 km

1820 Massacre Memorial
Memorials & monuments · 1.2 km

Wellpark Mid Kirk
Historic churches · 1.2 km

The James Watt
Historic pubs · 1.2 km

Horseshoe
Natural landmarks · 1.2 km

Equus clutha
Public art & sculpture · 1.2 km

Propeller/Capstan/Anchor
Natural landmarks · 1.2 km
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Well Park War Memorial
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Places to stay
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📷 5Frequently asked questions
- Where is Whin Hill?
- Whin Hill is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode PA16 9LN).
- What is Whin Hill?
- Whin Hill — mountain in scotland highlands. Elevation: 176 m. Operated by Ordnance Survey.
- How do I get to Whin Hill?
- The nearest railway station is Whinhill, about 0.8 km away. Drivers can use postcode PA16 9LN.
- How do I get to Whin Hill?
- The nearest railway station is Whinhill, about 0.8 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode PA16 9LN.