Englands Hill

Hill, Mountain in Midlothian

Scotland

Englands Hill

Shed display area, Dobbies Garden Centre Lasswade A range of outbuildings from small sheds and greenhouses to opulent summerhouses and home offices.
Shed display area, Dobbies Garden Centre Lasswade Credit: Jim Barton

Englands Hill is a prominent hill located in Midlothian, Scotland. Situated in the southern part of the country, it is part of the scenic Pentland Hills Regional Park. With an elevation of approximately 456 meters (1,496 feet), Englands Hill offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding landscape.

The hill is known for its distinctive shape, resembling a dome or cone, and is covered with lush green vegetation. It is a popular destination for hikers, nature enthusiasts, and photographers who are drawn to its natural beauty and tranquility. The varied terrain of Englands Hill provides an excellent opportunity for outdoor activities such as walking, hiking, and mountain biking.

The summit of Englands Hill rewards climbers with stunning vistas across Midlothian and the Lothians, offering a glimpse of the rolling hills, farmland, and scattered villages that characterize the region. On clear days, it is even possible to see as far as the Firth of Forth estuary and the impressive skyline of Edinburgh, the capital city of Scotland.

The hill is easily accessible, with several well-maintained trails and paths leading to the summit. These trails cater to different levels of fitness and abilities, making Englands Hill an ideal destination for both experienced hikers and beginners. Additionally, the surrounding area is home to a diverse array of flora and fauna, adding to the charm and appeal of this natural landmark.

Englands Hill stands as a testament to the natural beauty of Midlothian and offers a serene escape from the bustling city life, providing visitors with an opportunity to connect with nature and enjoy the stunning Scottish countryside.

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Shed display area, Dobbies Garden Centre Lasswade A range of outbuildings from small sheds and greenhouses to opulent summerhouses and home offices.
Shed display area, Dobbies Garden Centre Lasswade
A range of outbuildings from small sheds and greenhouses to opulent summerhouses and home offices.
The Melville Inn near Lasswade Next to Dobbies Garden Centre and close to the A7.
The Melville Inn near Lasswade
Next to Dobbies Garden Centre and close to the A7.
Rails to trails, Drum The mineral line from Bilston Colliery is now a path
Rails to trails, Drum
The mineral line from Bilston Colliery is now a path
Wheat field between Drum and Todhills
Wheat field between Drum and Todhills
Park and ride, Shawfair Gave it a go after a visit to the bank in Dalkeith - takes ages to get into town.
Park and ride, Shawfair
Gave it a go after a visit to the bank in Dalkeith - takes ages to get into town.
View over Lasswade
View over Lasswade
Road to Kings Acre golf courses
Road to Kings Acre golf courses
Golf course, King's Acre
Golf course, King's Acre
Ruin near Melville Castle Beside the site of the gardens, now King's Acre golf.
Ruin near Melville Castle
Beside the site of the gardens, now King's Acre golf.
Former Melville Castle garden Walls near the King's Acre Driving Range on the plateau above Melville Castle.
Former Melville Castle garden
Walls near the King's Acre Driving Range on the plateau above Melville Castle.
Woodland above Melville Castle The usual rhododendrons near a large house.
Woodland above Melville Castle
The usual rhododendrons near a large house.
Woodland above Melville Castle
Woodland above Melville Castle
Woodland above Melville Castle
Woodland above Melville Castle
Woodland above Melville Castle There is a path through a stripwood from here which comes out on Gilmerton Road near Dobbies.
Woodland above Melville Castle
There is a path through a stripwood from here which comes out on Gilmerton Road near Dobbies.
Stripwood near Melville Cottages
Stripwood near Melville Cottages
Powerlines south of Drum Farmland within the City Bypass - ie doomed.
Powerlines south of Drum
Farmland within the City Bypass - ie doomed.
Bus stop, Gilmerton Road
Bus stop, Gilmerton Road
Roadworks, Gilmerton Road
Roadworks, Gilmerton Road
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Englands Hill is located at Grid Ref: NT3067 (Lat: 55.895221, Lng: -3.1206587)

Unitary Authority: Midlothian

Police Authority: The Lothians and Scottish Borders

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