List of Scottish council areas by highest point facts for kids
Scotland is a country in the United Kingdom known for its amazing landscapes, from beautiful lochs to towering mountains. For local government, Scotland is divided into 32 different parts called council areas. Each of these areas has its own highest point, which is often a hill or a mountain. This article lists the tallest point in each of Scotland's council areas, showing you which areas reach the highest into the sky!
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Scotland's Highest Points
Top Peaks in Each Area
Here is a list of the 32 council areas in Scotland, ranked by the height of their highest point. You'll see the name of the mountain or hill and how tall it is in metres.
| Rank | Council area | Height (m) | Name | Grid reference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Highland | 1345 | Ben Nevis | NN166713 |
| 2= | Aberdeenshire | 1309 | Ben Macdui | NN989989 |
| 2= | Moray | 1309 | Ben Macdui | NN989989 |
| 4 | Perth and Kinross | 1214 | Ben Lawers | NN636414 |
| 5 | Stirling | 1174 | Ben More | NN432244 |
| 6 | Argyll and Bute | 1126 | Ben Cruachan | NN069304 |
| 7 | Angus | 1068 | Glas Maol | NO166765 |
| 8 | North Ayrshire | 874 | Goat Fell | NR991415 |
| 9 | Dumfries and Galloway | 843 | Merrick | NX427855 |
| 10 | Scottish Borders | 840 | Broad Law | NT146235 |
| 11 | Western Isles | 799 | An Cliseam | NB155073 |
| 12 | South Ayrshire | 786 | Kirriereoch Hill1 | NX420870 |
| 13 | South Lanarkshire | 748 | Culter Fell | NT052290 |
| 14 | Clackmannanshire | 721 | Ben Cleuch | NN902006 |
| 15 | East Ayrshire | 700 | Blackcraig Hill | NS647064 |
| 16 | Midlothian | 651 | Blackhope Scar | NT315483 |
| 17 | East Dunbartonshire | 578 | Earl's Seat | NS569838 |
| 18 | City of Edinburgh | 567 | East Cairn Hill | NT128592 |
| 19 | West Lothian | 562 | West Cairn Hill | NT107584 |
| 20 | East Lothian | 535 | Meikle Says Law | NT581617 |
| 21 | North Lanarkshire | 526 | Cort ma Law east top1 | NS660805 |
| 22= | Fife | 522 | West Lomond | NO197066 |
| 22= | Renfrewshire | 522 | Hill of Stake | NS273630 |
| 24 | Orkney Islands | 481 | Ward Hill | HY229022 |
| 25 | Shetland Islands | 450 | Ronas Hill | HU305834 |
| 26 | Inverclyde | 441 | Creuch Hill | NS265685 |
| 27 | West Dunbartonshire | 401 | Duncolm | NS470774 |
| 28 | East Renfrewshire | 376 | Corse Hill | NS598464 |
| 29 | Falkirk | 357 | Darrach Hill | NS753827 |
| 30 | Aberdeen City | 265 | Brimmond Hill | NJ855091 |
| 31 | Glasgow City | 200 | Cathkin Braes | NS615584 |
| 32 | Dundee City | 174 | Dundee Law | NO364341 |
Why are these points important?
These highest points are often popular spots for hiking and enjoying amazing views of the Scottish landscape. They are also important geographical features that help define the different council areas. Knowing these points can be fun for exploring Scotland and understanding its unique geography.
What are Council Areas?
Council areas are like local districts or regions in Scotland. They are responsible for managing local services such as schools, roads, libraries, and waste collection. Each council area has its own local government, which makes decisions for the people living there.
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