Scotland
Crib Law
424M
1391FT
About Crib Law
Situated in the rolling terrain of the Moorfoot Hills, this rounded Southern Uplands summit offers a quiet escape within the Scottish Borders. At 424 metres, it is characterized by typical moorland grass and peat, providing a gentle ascent and wide, uncluttered views of the surrounding Tweed Valley landscape.
Key Statistics
Rank
538th Highest in Region
Parent Range
Southern Uplands
Prominence
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102m
Nearest Town
Craik
Geology
Crib Law is formed from the Carghidown Formation. It consists of ancient layers of sand and mud that have been transformed into tough, hardened rock.
Nearby Fells
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OS Grid Reference
NT338094
Latitude
55.3747°N
Longitude
3.0448°W
Did You Know?
- •The name is a linguistic hybrid; 'Crib' likely derives from the Cumbric word for a crest or ridge, while 'Law' is the Scots term for a prominent, rounded hill.
- •It is often bagged alongside the neighbouring Dundreich, forming part of a long, undulating moorland traverse that remains relatively quiet even on busy weekends.
- •On a clear day, the view extends south across the Tweed Valley to the more rugged profiles of the Manor Hills and the distant heights of Broad Law.
- •Those expecting the dramatic, rocky arêtes usually associated with the name 'Crib' will find the reality here involves significantly more peat and considerably fewer handholds.