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White Hill

Hill, Mountain in Midlothian

Scotland

White Hill

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White Hill is a prominent hill located in Midlothian, Scotland. It is situated approximately 10 miles south of Edinburgh, making it easily accessible to both locals and tourists. Rising to a height of 424 meters (1,391 feet), White Hill is known for its stunning panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.

The hill is characterized by its gentle slopes and green, grassy terrain, which make it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and hikers. Its strategic location provides unparalleled vistas of the Pentland Hills, Edinburgh, and the Firth of Forth, creating a picturesque backdrop for visitors.

White Hill is part of the larger Pentland Hills Regional Park, a designated area of natural beauty that spans over 100 square kilometers. This park offers numerous walking trails and paths, catering to varying levels of difficulty and allowing visitors to explore the diverse flora and fauna found in the area.

At the summit of White Hill, there is a trig point, a concrete pillar used in surveying, which serves as a landmark for hikers. This point offers a rewarding viewpoint, allowing visitors to appreciate the breathtaking landscape from an elevated position.

Due to its close proximity to Edinburgh, White Hill is a popular destination for day trips and outdoor activities. Whether it's a leisurely walk, a challenging hike, or simply enjoying the tranquility of nature, White Hill offers something for everyone seeking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 55.754711/-2.9363684 or Grid Reference NT4151. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

A7 lay-by
A7 lay-by
Chapel Hill The recently reopened Borders Railway crosses the centre of this picture.
Chapel Hill
The recently reopened Borders Railway crosses the centre of this picture.
Gala Water A transport corridor with the A7 and again, the railway.
Gala Water
A transport corridor with the A7 and again, the railway.
Hazelbank Quarry The quarry has reopened.
Hazelbank Quarry
The quarry has reopened.
Yellow road, passing Brockhouse Looking upstream along the Gala Water.
Yellow road, passing Brockhouse
Looking upstream along the Gala Water.
View of Crookston Looking over the Gala Water from the single track road on the west side of the river.
View of Crookston
Looking over the Gala Water from the single track road on the west side of the river.
Crookston Across the Gala Water.
Crookston
Across the Gala Water.
Stripwood, White Hill A strip on the west side of the Gala Water.
Stripwood, White Hill
A strip on the west side of the Gala Water.
Borders Railway, Halltree An Edinburgh bound train passes a road junction on the A7.
Borders Railway, Halltree
An Edinburgh bound train passes a road junction on the A7.
Hillside above Halltree
Hillside above Halltree
Yellow road, Kilcoulter Approach to Kilcoulter Bridge, heading northwards.
Yellow road, Kilcoulter
Approach to Kilcoulter Bridge, heading northwards.
Road south of Heriot The white house by the A7 used to have a shop and filling station. <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/38033">NT4053 : Hangingshaw Post Office.</a>
Road south of Heriot
The white house by the A7 used to have a shop and filling station. NT4053 : Hangingshaw Post Office.
Between Heriot and Fountainhall Plantations and upland pastures to the west of the Gala Water valley. The A7 runs in the valley across the top of the picture.
Between Heriot and Fountainhall
Plantations and upland pastures to the west of the Gala Water valley. The A7 runs in the valley across the top of the picture.
Rough path near White Bridge, Heriot The path shown running ENE from White Bridge cannot be recommended. The section shown here looks straightforward but led here through a flooded ditch, avoided by taking to the undergrowth on the right.
Rough path near White Bridge, Heriot
The path shown running ENE from White Bridge cannot be recommended. The section shown here looks straightforward but led here through a flooded ditch, avoided by taking to the undergrowth on the right.
A forlorn hope, Heriot On an abortive attempt to follow the path shown on the S bank of the Heriot Water between White Bridge and Kilcoulter Bridge. Beyond this point the route was heavily overgrown with fallen trees, swampland and barbed wire adding to the fun.
A forlorn hope, Heriot
On an abortive attempt to follow the path shown on the S bank of the Heriot Water between White Bridge and Kilcoulter Bridge. Beyond this point the route was heavily overgrown with fallen trees, swampland and barbed wire adding to the fun.
Heriot Water at Kilcoulter Wood The furthest point reached on the attempt to follow the path from White Bridge to Kilcoulter Bridge.
Heriot Water at Kilcoulter Wood
The furthest point reached on the attempt to follow the path from White Bridge to Kilcoulter Bridge.
Corsehope glen On the access road to Corsehope House from the minor road at Kilcoulter.
Corsehope glen
On the access road to Corsehope House from the minor road at Kilcoulter.
Chapel Bridge, Kilcoulter Old maps (e.g. OS 6" Edinburghshire sheet XXI.SW 1895) show Halltree Chapel a short distance to the south on Chapel Hill. The bridge carries the Fountainhall road across the Corsehope Burn.
Chapel Bridge, Kilcoulter
Old maps (e.g. OS 6" Edinburghshire sheet XXI.SW 1895) show Halltree Chapel a short distance to the south on Chapel Hill. The bridge carries the Fountainhall road across the Corsehope Burn.
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White Hill is located at Grid Ref: NT4151 (Lat: 55.754711, Lng: -2.9363684)

Unitary Authority: The Scottish Borders

Police Authority: The Lothians and Scottish Borders

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White Hill
Ele: 316
Natural: peak
Lat/Long: 55.7545086/-2.9363584
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