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Ben Arthur (The Cobbler)

Also known as: Beinn Artair, The Cobbler

Free admission

Ben Arthur (The Cobbler) — Named summit at 884 m.

Ben Arthur (The Cobbler), mountains & hills in Scottish Highlands

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Plan your visit

Typical visit
3 h–8 h
Best time of year
Late spring – early autumn (May–Oct)
Nearest railway station
Arrochar and Tarbet · 5.4 km
  • Free entry
  • Dog-friendly

About

Ben Arthur (The Cobbler) is a named summit in the United Kingdom. Also known as: Beinn Artair, The Cobbler. Wikidata describes it as: "Named summit at 884 m.". Coordinates: 56.2132°, -4.8092°.

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From the Wikipedia article

The Cobbler (Scottish Gaelic: Beinn Artair) is an 886.7-metre (2,909 ft) mountain located near the head of Loch Long in Argyll and Bute, Scotland. It is a Corbett, and is an important site for rock climbing in the Southern Highlands. Many maps include the name Ben Arthur (an anglicisation of the Gaelic), but the name The Cobbler is more widely used. In the 19th century it was referred to as The Cobbler and his Wife.

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Coordinates
56.2132, -4.8092
Postcode
G83 7AS
Parliamentary constituency
Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber
Nearest railway station
Arrochar and Tarbet5.4 km

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Ben Arthur (The Cobbler)?
Ben Arthur (The Cobbler) is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode G83 7AS).
Is Ben Arthur (The Cobbler) free to visit?
Yes, Ben Arthur (The Cobbler) is free to enter.
How do I get to Ben Arthur (The Cobbler)?
The nearest railway station is Arrochar and Tarbet, about 5.4 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode G83 7AS.