Scotland
Beninner
710M
2329FT
About Beninner
Tucked onto the southern shoulder of Cairnsmore of Carsphairn, this broad, grassy dome typifies the rugged Southern Uplands. While often bypassed for its higher neighbour, the ascent provides a clear, earned perspective over the remote Water of Deugh and the jagged granite ridges of the distant Galloway Forest Park.
Key Statistics
Rank
18th Highest in Region
Parent Range
Southern Uplands
Prominence
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67m
Nearest Town
Dumfries and Galloway
Geology
Beninner is built from layers of gritty sandstone and hard, deep-cooled magma. These durable rocks form the rugged foundation beneath your boots.
Classifications
Find It
OS Grid Reference
NX605971
Latitude
55.2489°N
Longitude
4.1947°W
Did You Know?
- •The name is likely derived from the Gaelic Beinn an Inbhir, meaning 'hill of the river mouth' or confluence. This refers to its position overlooking the valley where the Water of Deugh meets several smaller burns draining the surrounding southern moorland.
- •Most walkers visit the summit via the 'Nick of the Beninner', a high-level col that bridges this peak with the higher Cairnsmore of Carsphairn. This ridge walk provides a much firmer and more scenic alternative to the boggy tracks found at lower elevations.
- •From the summit, the view to the west is dominated by the Rhinns of Kells, a spectacular ridge including the peaks of Meaul and Corserine, which form a jagged horizon beyond the dark forestry of the Ken valley.
- •Navigating the lower slopes of the Carsphairn range is a masterclass in patience, as the ground is famously 'heavy' with tussocks and peat hags that ensure your boots will return home significantly heavier than they started.