Scotland
Broad Hill
514M
1685FT
About Broad Hill
Tucked away in the Southern Uplands, this rounded summit offers a classic cross-section of the Culter Hills. Often reached via the airy fence-line from Culter Fell, its grassy slopes provide a quiet, exposed walk with specific views over the upper Clyde Valley and the distinctive profile of Tinto to the northwest.
Key Statistics
Rank
309th Highest in Region
Parent Range
Southern Uplands
Prominence
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32m
Nearest Town
Biggar
Geology
It is primarily composed of Ordovician/Silurian sedimentary rocks (greywackes and shales) typical of the Southern Uplands.
Classifications
Find It
OS Grid Reference
NT 042 284
Latitude
55.5392°N
Longitude
3.5186°W
Did You Know?
- •The name is Scots in origin, simply describing the vast, expansive nature of the summit plateau. In the Southern Uplands, 'Broad' usually distinguishes a hill from the sharper 'Laws' or 'Kips' found in neighbouring ranges.
- •This summit is a key waypoint on the Culter Fell Horseshoe, a classic hillwalking route. It is typically reached by following the fence line from the col at the head of the Kingledores Burn.
- •On a clear day, the view to the north is dominated by the massive bulk of Tinto, while looking south reveals the high, rolling ridges of the hills near Moffat and the Devil's Beef Tub.
- •While the hill is named Broad, the actual area of the summit that isn't a peat hag can feel remarkably narrow, especially after a week of typical Scottish rain.