Whether for the view or for the challenge, climbing the mountainous peaks around Ancrum is the best way to experience more of this beautiful region. But with 8 to choose from, it can be tough to know which peak to proceed with. That’s why we’ve collected the best peaks and summits around Ancrum for you here — so you can easily add one to your next adventure.
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The three shapely summits of the Eildon Hills are an iconic part of the Scottish Borders landscape and afford breathtaking views. Excavations have found evidence that the hill fort was occupied in the Bronze Age.
Tip by Dan Hobson
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The Waterloo Monument on Peniel Heugh was constructed between 1817 and 1824 to commemorate the Battle of Waterloo (1815). The timber cap on top of the Monument was added in …
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This lovely hill (424m), south of Denholm, has a hill fort and was a Roman signal station. Fantastic, far-reaching views in all directions.
The black toposcope placed on top of …
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At 314m, this Marilyn is the highest hill around, other than the Eildon hills. This hill can be tackled by parking on the minor road from Cowdenknowes and walking up …
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