Bishop Hill circular from Holl Reservoir

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Overview

Bishop Hill is the lesser known hill of the Lomond range at 461m, sitting south of West and East Lomond Hills. The route from Hoy Reservoir gives a gradual ascent and rewards walkers with great views over Loch Leven, the island prison of Mary Queen of Scots and the National Nature Reserve. We'll also see Carlin Maggie, the witch turned to stone in an argument with the devil, or maybe a dolerite pillar. Who's to say?

Sunday, 29 March 2026

Meeting time:: 8:30 am
Start time:: 9:30 am
Estimated finish time:: 3:00 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 12km / 7.5mi
Ascent:: 273m / 896ft
Type:: circular

Tracks and hill paths throughout.
Toilets and cafe at Vane Farm.

Meeting point

Grid reference:: NT 03689 68620
Nearest postcode:: EH54 8EG
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Meeting time:: 8:30 am

Livingston North train station south carpark for car share

Starting point

Grid reference:: NO 22406 03512
Nearest postcode:: KY6 3HR
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Start time:: 9:30 am

Holl Reservoir , Wester Balgothrie

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