Cakemuir Hill

Hill, Mountain in Midlothian

Scotland

Cakemuir Hill

Farm track near Tynehead
Farm track near Tynehead Credit: Steven Brown

Cakemuir Hill is a notable hill located in Midlothian, Scotland. It is situated near the village of Temple, approximately 11 miles south of the capital city, Edinburgh. Rising to an elevation of around 339 meters (1,112 feet), Cakemuir Hill stands as a prominent landmark in the area.

The hill is adorned with lush green vegetation and offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. Its slopes are covered in a mixture of grasses, heather, and scattered trees, creating a picturesque landscape that attracts visitors and outdoor enthusiasts.

Cakemuir Hill is a popular destination for hikers and nature lovers. Several well-maintained trails lead up to its summit, providing opportunities for both leisurely walks and more challenging hikes. The paths are relatively easy to navigate, although they can become muddy during wet weather, so appropriate footwear is recommended.

From the top of Cakemuir Hill, on clear days, visitors can enjoy breathtaking vistas of the Pentland Hills to the northwest, the Firth of Forth to the north, and the rolling hills and farmland of Midlothian stretching out in all directions.

The hill's location, close to Edinburgh, makes it easily accessible for both locals and tourists. Whether it's for a peaceful walk, a family picnic, or simply to admire the beauty of the Scottish countryside, Cakemuir Hill offers a tranquil and scenic escape from the bustling city life.

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Cakemuir Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.808106/-2.9522811 or Grid Reference NT4057. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Farm track near Tynehead
Farm track near Tynehead
B6367 approaching the junction with the A7
B6367 approaching the junction with the A7
B6367 towards Pathhead
B6367 towards Pathhead
Middleton Muir
Middleton Muir
Middleton Muir The patch that often floods is clearly visible in the picture
Middleton Muir
The patch that often floods is clearly visible in the picture
Pasture, Netlingflat Looking towards Cakemuir Hill.
Pasture, Netlingflat
Looking towards Cakemuir Hill.
Construction compound Newly erected on the road into Brothershiels. National Grid is mentioned but this is not by the power lines.
Construction compound
Newly erected on the road into Brothershiels. National Grid is mentioned but this is not by the power lines.
Road to Brothershiels Passing the National Grid construction compound at the top of the hill. The Swedish/Icelandic road sign at the  council area march had gone.
Road to Brothershiels
Passing the National Grid construction compound at the top of the hill. The Swedish/Icelandic road sign at the council area march had gone.
Road to Brothershiels
Road to Brothershiels
Memorial plaque, Brothershiels Owen Burgess Norwood a Fleet Air Arm pilot was killed near here in an emergency landing.
Memorial plaque, Brothershiels
Owen Burgess Norwood a Fleet Air Arm pilot was killed near here in an emergency landing.
Sheep, Brothershiels Always worth submitting these ordinary hill views, as this is prime wind farm country and they can change quickly.
Sheep, Brothershiels
Always worth submitting these ordinary hill views, as this is prime wind farm country and they can change quickly.
Fala to Brothershiels road Still tarred in places on the moor.  A useful and scenic through route for the unmotorised.
Fala to Brothershiels road
Still tarred in places on the moor. A useful and scenic through route for the unmotorised.
Cotton grass, Fala Moor
Cotton grass, Fala Moor
Shelterbelt, Brothershiels A strip wood between Fala Moor and the farmland. The gates were all equipped with hand sanitiser bottles.
Shelterbelt, Brothershiels
A strip wood between Fala Moor and the farmland. The gates were all equipped with hand sanitiser bottles.
Fala Moor Extremely dry after hardly any rain in April or May.
Fala Moor
Extremely dry after hardly any rain in April or May.
Cotton grass, Fala Moor
Cotton grass, Fala Moor
Cotton grass, Fala Moor
Cotton grass, Fala Moor
A broken road heading in to Falahill Farm In southern Midlothian.
A broken road heading in to Falahill Farm
In southern Midlothian.
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Cakemuir Hill is located at Grid Ref: NT4057 (Lat: 55.808106, Lng: -2.9522811)

Unitary Authority: The Scottish Borders

Police Authority: The Lothians and Scottish Borders

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Located within 500m of 55.808106,-2.9522811
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Lat/Long: 55.807924/-2.9524046
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