Pykestone Hill
Pykestone Hill - hill above Tweedsmuir and Manor Water
A classic Borders hill, Pykestone takes its name from the pointed stones on its grassy crest. It stands southwest of Peebles, above the farmland and forests of Glenrath.Pykestone Hill
| Height | 737m |
| Prominence | 131m |
| Meaning | hill with pointed stones |
| Lists | Donalds, 19 |
| Location | Tweedsmuir and Manor Hills, The Borders |
| Grid Ref | NT173312 |
| Lat/Lon | 55.56797, -3.31293 |
Pykestone Hill, named for the many pointed stones that jut from its grassy crest, is a classic rolling hill of the Borders. It rises to the south-west of Peebles, overlooking the farmland and forested slopes of Glenrath.
Pykestone Hill, along with its neighbouring minor tops and nearby Middle Hill can be approached from Tweedsmuir to the west or Glenrath to the east. From either direction, route finding along these hills is straightward following fenceline crossing the hills' crest.
Routes up Pykestone Hill
Pykestone Hill from Manor Water | |
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A quiet route southwest of Peebles over rolling hills above farmland and forestry. Secluded corries add character, and there are fine views to be had to the Coulter Hills, Tinto, and the Pentlands. Peaks : 2 Donalds, 3 Donald Tops
Ascent : 600m (1970ft) Distance : 12km (7m) Time : 4hr |
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