Fife's highest hill above Falkland village, with a clear line to both the Tay and the Forth on a good day and doubling as one of central Scotland's better dark-sky spots once the nights draw in. No bench at the top and the summit catches whatever wind is going, so check the forecast before committing.
Falkland car park (near Falkland Palace) or Craigmead car park.
Waymarked path from Falkland village up East Lomond.
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