Scotland
Norman's Law
285M
935FT
About Norman's Law
Rising steeply above the Firth of Tay, this prominent Fife Marilyn offers a rewarding sense of height for relatively little effort. The summit is crowned by an Iron Age hill fort, providing a wind-scoured, historical vantage point with panoramic views spanning from the Grampians to the Lothians.
Key Statistics
Rank
176th Highest in Region
Parent Range
Central Scotland
Prominence
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212m
Nearest Town
Fliskmillan
Geology
You are walking on ancient volcanic lavas like basalt and andesite. These hardened flows are layered with sandstone, forming the hill's sturdy foundation.
Nearby Fells
Find It
OS Grid Reference
NO305202
Latitude
56.3692°N
Longitude
3.1267°W
Did You Know?
- •The name combines the Scots 'Law', meaning a prominent hill, with a prefix often attributed to the Gaelic for 'Northman', suggesting the peak was used as a lookout for Viking raiders entering the Tay.
- •The summit is a scheduled monument containing the remains of a significant Iron Age hill fort, where triple stone ramparts once protected a permanent settlement overlooking the surrounding straths.
- •Despite its modest 285-metre height, the view is remarkably far-reaching; looking north across the water, the distant mass of Lochnagar is visible, while the peak of Ben More stands out to the west.
- •Since the 1970s, the hill has hosted an annual race starting from the village of Luthrie, a short, sharp tradition that sees local runners compete for the fastest ascent of the historic ramparts.
- •Its classification as a Marilyn ensures that serious peak-baggers must treat this Fife hill with the same tactical respect as a Highland mountain, even if the climb is usually over in time for lunch.