Scotland
Herman Law
614M
2016FT
About Herman Law
Sitting at the northeastern end of a grassy ridge in the Ettrick Hills, this Donald offers a straightforward climb from Birkhill. While its prominence is minimal, the summit provides a clear perspective over the Moffat Water valley toward the steep slopes of White Coomb and the Grey Mare's Tail.
Key Statistics
Rank
88th Highest in Region
Parent Range
Southern Uplands
Prominence
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30.9m
Nearest Town
Shorthope
Geology
You are walking on the Selcoth Formation. These slopes are formed from ancient sand and mud that intense pressure has transformed into hard, durable rock.
Classifications
Nearby Fells
Find It
OS Grid Reference
NT213156
Latitude
55.4288°N
Longitude
3.2444°W
Did You Know?
- •The name 'Law' is a common Scots term for a prominent, rounded hill, derived from the Old English 'hlāw', which traditionally referred to a burial mound or a natural hill of similar shape.
- •It holds the title of the least prominent Donald in the Southern Uplands, only just meeting the 30-metre drop requirement needed to qualify for the classification.
- •The summit marks a high point on the boundary between the Scottish Borders and Dumfries and Galloway, serving as the final peak on this ridge where the two regions meet.
- •Walkers usually approach via the steep pull from Birkhill Farm to the west, often continuing along the fence-lined ridge to bag the higher Andrewhinney Hill.
- •Due to its minimal prominence, reaching the summit from the west feels less like a climb and more like a gentle, wind-swept stroll across a high-altitude moor.