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Lamberton Hill [Ayton Hill]
Lamberton Hill (Ayton Hill) is a 217m coastal hill in Berwickshire just north of the English border (NT 94440 58645), close to the A1 between Berwick-upon-Tweed and Eyemouth. Views stretch along the cliff coast and inland over the Merse to the Lammermuirs.
Quick facts
- Height
- 217.1m/ 712ft
- Grid ref
- NT 94440 58645
- Nearest city
- Edinburgh· 70km
- Dogs
- Dogs on lead required near livestockDog-friendly guide ↗
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Standard route
grass slopes 60% · heather 30% · rocky summit 10%
Approach from minor roads near Lamberton or the A1 lay-bys, following farm and forestry tracks up gentle pasture to the 217m summit (radio mast nearby). About 3km return — allow 1-2 hours.
Terrain
Berwickshire coastal pasture and farm tracks. Easy underfoot, with field boundaries and stiles. The summit area carries communication masts.
In winter
Easy winter access. Coastal Berwickshire avoids most snow but can be windswept — bring windproof clothing.
Best time of year
Getting there
- Glasgow6h 35m
- Edinburgh3h 52m
OS maps: OS Landranger 67, OS Landranger 74, OS Landranger 75, OS Explorer 346
Mobile signal: Good. Berwickshire; EE reliable.
Current conditions
Daylight Today
- Sunrise
- 04:23
- Sunset
- 21:55
- Civil dawn
- 03:21
- Civil dusk
- 22:57
NOAA Solar Calculator · 16 June 2026
Around Lamberton Hill [Ayton Hill] on the SCOT network
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Lamberton Hill [Ayton Hill] — common questions
- How hard is Lamberton Hill [Ayton Hill]?
- Lamberton Hill [Ayton Hill] is rated 1/5 (easy) on the OutdoorSCOT scale. Terrain: Berwickshire coastal pasture and farm tracks.
- When is the best time to climb Lamberton Hill [Ayton Hill]?
- The standard good-weather months for Lamberton Hill [Ayton Hill] 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 Lamberton Hill [Ayton Hill]?
- 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 Lamberton Hill [Ayton Hill]?
- Good. Berwickshire; EE reliable.
- Is Lamberton Hill [Ayton Hill] safe in winter?
- Easy winter access. Coastal Berwickshire avoids most snow but can be windswept — bring windproof clothing.
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