Marilyn · Borders
Dirrington Great Law
Dirrington Great Law, 399m, is the conical landmark north of Greenlaw in the NT-prefix eastern Lammermuir fringe. Together with its lesser twin it forms a pair of unmistakeable cones on the Berwickshire skyline.
Quick facts
- Height
- 399.5m/ 1311ft
- Grid ref
- NT 69784 54913
- Nearest city
- Edinburgh· 48km
- Dogs
- Dogs on lead required near livestockDog-friendly guide ↗
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Standard route
heather moorland 60% · grass slopes 30% · rocky summit 10%
A short approach from minor roads near Westruther climbs farm tracks before tackling the steep heathery cone directly. Around 5km return, 2 hours.
Terrain
Farm tracks low down, then deep heather and tussocks on the steep cone — no path on the final climb. A summit cairn marks the top.
In winter
A reliable low Borders winter walk. The steep heather slope drains fast and the conical shape keeps the summit clear of drifted snow.
Best time of year
Getting there
- Glasgow5h 34m
- Edinburgh2h 52m
OS maps: OS Landranger 67, OS Landranger 74, OS Explorer 345E
Mobile signal: Good. Berwickshire/Lammermuirs; EE reliable.
Current conditions
Daylight Today
- Sunrise
- 04:25
- Sunset
- 21:57
- Civil dawn
- 03:23
- Civil dusk
- 22:58
NOAA Solar Calculator · 16 June 2026
Around Dirrington Great Law on the SCOT network
Getting there, basing yourself, and what to do off the hill.
Dirrington Great Law — common questions
- How hard is Dirrington Great Law?
- Dirrington Great Law is rated 1/5 (easy) on the OutdoorSCOT scale. Terrain: Farm tracks low down, then deep heather and tussocks on the steep cone — no path on the final climb.
- When is the best time to climb Dirrington Great Law?
- The standard good-weather months for Dirrington Great Law are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October. Outside those months, expect winter conditions on the high ground — full mountain kit, navigation skills, and a check of the SAIS avalanche forecast for the relevant region.
- Can I bring my dog up Dirrington Great Law?
- Yes, but dogs must be kept on a lead — there is livestock or ground-nesting bird interest on the route.
- Is there mobile signal on Dirrington Great Law?
- Good. Berwickshire/Lammermuirs; EE reliable.
- Is Dirrington Great Law safe in winter?
- A reliable low Borders winter walk. The steep heather slope drains fast and the conical shape keeps the summit clear of drifted snow.
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