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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
- Prominence
- 150 m
- Grid ref
- NT 94440 58645
- Nearest city
- Edinburgh· 70km
- Dogs
- Dogs on lead required near livestockDog-friendly guide ↗
Height and prominence cross-checked against the Database of British and Irish Hills (CC BY).
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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
- 05:09
- Sunset
- 21:21
- Civil dawn
- 04:20
- Civil dusk
- 22:10
NOAA Solar Calculator · 30 July 2026
Around Lamberton Hill [Ayton Hill] on the SCOT network
Getting there, basing yourself, and what to do off the hill.
Lamberton Hill [Ayton Hill] — common questions
- What difficulty is Lamberton Hill [Ayton Hill]?
- On the OutdoorSCOT scale, Lamberton Hill [Ayton Hill] comes in at 1/5 — easy. Ground conditions: Berwickshire coastal pasture and farm tracks.
- How much drop does Lamberton Hill [Ayton Hill] have?
- The drop is 150m: measured from the summit of Lamberton Hill [Ayton Hill] down to the saddle joining it to higher terrain. Passing the 150m-drop threshold on all sides is exactly what makes it a Marilyn.
- What's the best month to climb Lamberton Hill [Ayton Hill]?
- Aim for March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October on Lamberton Hill [Ayton Hill]. In the remaining months treat it as a winter hill — full kit, solid navigation, and a look at the relevant SAIS avalanche forecast before you go.
- Can dogs go up Lamberton Hill [Ayton Hill]?
- Dogs are fine on a lead. The route passes livestock or ground-nesting bird habitat, so keep them close throughout.
- Will I get phone 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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