Mount Battock facts for kids
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Mount Battock
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 778 m (2,552 ft) |
| Prominence | 286 m (938 ft) |
| Listing | Corbett, Marilyn |
| Geography | |
| Location | Aberdeenshire / Angus, Scotland |
| Parent range | Grampian Mountains |
| OS grid | NO54968445 |
| Topo map | OS Landranger 44 |
Mount Battock is a mountain in Scotland, standing tall at 778 meters (about 2,552 feet). It's located on the border between two areas called Aberdeenshire and Angus, right on the eastern edge of the Scottish Highlands. This rounded peak is special because it's the most easterly mountain in all of Scotland!
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Where is Mount Battock?
Mount Battock is part of a large group of mountains known as the Grampian Mountains. It sits on the northern side of a beautiful valley called Glen Esk. The closest small town to Mount Battock is Tarfside. Being the most easterly mountain in Scotland means it's one of the first big peaks you'd see if you were traveling west into the Highlands.
What Makes Mount Battock Special?
Mount Battock might not be the tallest mountain in Scotland, but it's important for a couple of reasons. It's known as a "Corbett" and also a "Marilyn." These are special ways that people classify mountains in the United Kingdom.
What is a Corbett?
A Corbett is a mountain in Scotland that is between 762 meters (2,500 feet) and 914.4 meters (3,000 feet) high. It must also have a "prominence" of at least 152 meters (500 feet). Prominence means how much a mountain sticks up from the land around it. So, Mount Battock fits perfectly into this group!
What is a Marilyn?
A Marilyn is a hill or mountain of any height in the United Kingdom that has a prominence of at least 150 meters (about 492 feet). This means it stands out clearly from the surrounding land. Because Mount Battock has a prominence of 286 meters, it is also considered a Marilyn.
Exploring Mount Battock
Mount Battock is known for its rounded shape, which makes it look a bit different from some of the more rugged peaks you might see. Hikers often enjoy climbing Mount Battock for its views and its unique position as Scotland's most easterly mountain. The area around it is part of the Mounth, a large upland region in the eastern Grampian Mountains.
