Marilyn · Borders
Hownam Law
The name means 'hill' in Gaelic. A 449m hill in the Tweed valley of the Scottish Borders with at least 150m of prominence — enough to feel like a real summit rather than a shoulder. The modest height belies the quality of the walking.
Quick facts
- Height
- 449m/ 1473ft
- Difficulty
- 1 / 5Easy
- Grid ref
- NT 79657 21926
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Standard route
Standard route
A steady ascent through the rolling farmland and hidden valleys of the Borders to the 449m summit. The walking is straightforward with clear views opening up as you gain height. Allow 2-4 hours.
Terrain
Rolling farmland and open moorland. The Borders hills are the most walkable in Scotland — gentle gradients and firm ground.
In winter
Winter walking in the Borders is straightforward. Occasional snow and frost but the gentle terrain and good paths make these hills excellent winter options.
Best time of year
Getting there
- Glasgow5h 4m
- Edinburgh3h 32m
OS maps: OS Landranger 74, OS Explorer 016W
Current conditions
Daylight Today
- Sunrise
- 05:26
- Sunset
- 20:47
- Civil dawn
- 04:42
- Civil dusk
- 21:31
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