Scotland
See Morris Hill
240M
788FT
About See Morris Hill
Rising above the Solway coastline, this diminutive but prominent Marilyn offers surprisingly expansive views toward the Lake District. Located in the shadow of Criffel, its rough grass slopes and quiet character make it a peaceful alternative to its more popular neighbor for those seeking solitude in the Southern Uplands.
Key Statistics
Rank
728th Highest in Region
Parent Range
Southern Uplands
Prominence
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150m
Nearest Town
Terregles
Geology
See Morris Hill is built on the Carghidown Formation, a solid foundation of gritty, muddy sandstone.
Nearby Fells
Find It
OS Grid Reference
NX902779
Latitude
55.0839°N
Longitude
3.7202°W
Did You Know?
- •The hill is classified as a Marilyn because it possesses over 150 metres of topographic prominence, a significant drop for a summit of this modest height.
- •The summit provides an excellent perspective on the granite mass of Criffel to the west, which serves as the primary landmark for this corner of the Southern Uplands.
- •On a clear day, the views south across the Solway Firth are exceptional, with the Lakeland fells of Skiddaw and Blencathra clearly visible on the English horizon.
- •For a hill that sounds like a polite instruction to go and find a specific person, it remains remarkably successful at staying hidden from the crowds.