Scotland
Goseland Hill
435M
1427FT
About Goseland Hill
Rising above the village of Skirling, this grassy Southern Uplands outlier offers a straightforward but rewarding ascent. Despite its modest height, its status as a Marilyn ensures far-reaching views across the Biggar Gap. The terrain is typical of the Culter Hills: open, wind-swept grazing land that feels pleasantly remote.
Key Statistics
Rank
520th Highest in Region
Parent Range
Southern Uplands
Prominence
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203m
Nearest Town
Skirling
Geology
You are walking on the Kirkcolm Formation. This hill is built from an ancient, muddy sandstone that provides a solid foundation for your climb.
Nearby Fells
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OS Grid Reference
NT071351
Latitude
55.6007°N
Longitude
3.4757°W
Did You Know?
- •The name likely derives from the Old English or Scots for 'Goose Land,' suggesting these slopes were historically used for grazing geese or were a noted haunt for migratory wildfowl.
- •Despite being one of the lower hills in the area, it is classified as a Marilyn because it drops significantly on all sides, providing an unobstructed view of the distinctive conical profile of Tinto to the west.
- •The summit is marked by an Ordnance Survey trig pillar, which serves as a fine vantage point to look south towards the higher, bulkier masses of Culter Fell and Cardon Hill.
- •The ascent from Skirling involves crossing ground that remains remarkably committed to its status as a wetland long after the rain has stopped.