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Knock Hill Group Walks | Join a Walk
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Elevation
430m
1,411 ft
Prominence
303m
Coordinates
57.5840, -2.7758
NJ537551
OS Map
29
Explorer: 425N
The summit features a large grassy plateau marked by a modest stone cairn, offering a perfect picnic spot if you fancy a spot of nosh.
Knock Hill features sedimentary rocks primarily composed of sandstone and mudstone, shaped by glacial activity, offering insight into Scotland's geological history.
From the summit, enjoy sweeping views of the East Lothian countryside, the Firth of Forth, and on clear days, the distant outline of Edinburgh.
The name 'Knock' is derived from Gaelic 'cnoc', meaning 'hill'.
Historically, it has been a strategic lookout point, offering views across the surrounding countryside.
A gentle loop starting from the village of Haddington, perfect for families or those looking for a leisurely afternoon jaunt.
A steeper approach directly from the east, best suited for those looking for a bit of a workout.
There’s a small parking area in Haddington, followed by a short walk to the footpath. Alternatively, parking is available near the East Links.
Regular bus services operate from Edinburgh to Haddington.
In Haddington, there are several cafes and shops, as well as public toilets, so you can refuel before or after your hike.
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Some common questions about the hills answered
Many walkers use Walkmates to join or organise walks with others. You can check for group walks around Knock Hill through the maps
Activity varies by location and time, but Walkmates lets you see whether others have shared walks or shown interest in this area. Find other people through the walking friends search walking friends for Knock Hill search or of course create your own walk for Knock Hill
Yes. If there aren’t any walks listed already, you can create a walk and make it available for others to join.
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There are often multiple ways to walk this hill, depending on experience and route preference. Walkmates helps you explore walks and routes that others have shared.
Yes. You can suggest or create routes to share with others. Walkmates focuses on the social side of walking, so routes are used to help people organise walks and explore areas together, rather than as detailed navigation tools or route libraries.
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