Marilyn · islands
Beinn Mheadhanach [Beinn Mheadhonach]
The name means 'peak' in Gaelic. A low-level 397m summit on the Isle of Lewis in the Outer Hebrides that proves hills do not need to be high to be rewarding. The prominence gives this Marilyn genuine character.
Gaelic: “mountain, peak” · Pronunciation: bine
Quick facts
- Height
- 397m/ 1302ft
- Difficulty
- 1 / 5Easy
- Grid ref
- NB 09057 23581
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Standard route
Standard route
A short, accessible walk with Atlantic exposure and views to neighbouring islands to the 397m summit. The low altitude and gentle gradients make this achievable in 1-3 hours.
Terrain
Island terrain varying from machair grassland to rocky hillside. Sea salt exposure affects the vegetation. Wind is a constant companion.
In winter
Island winters are mild but stormy. Snow is rare at low levels. The main winter challenge is short daylight and frequent gales.
Best time of year
Getting there
- Glasgow9h 4m
- Edinburgh11h 12m
OS maps: OS Landranger 13, OS Landranger 14, OS Explorer 458
Current conditions
Daylight Today
- Sunrise
- 05:33
- Sunset
- 21:17
- Civil dawn
- 04:44
- Civil dusk
- 22:06
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