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Town: Haddington County Population: 86,000 (estimate) |
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The Lammermuir Hills run across the south of East Lothian, rising to a
high point of 528 m (1,733 feet) at Lammer Law, 12km (8 miles) south of
Haddington. The hills give way in the north to a broad coastal plain covered
in fertile deposits of clay that support a rich agricultural tradition.
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Prestonpans,
on the coast northwest of Tranent, is best known for three historic battles
fought there, including the 'Battle of Pinkie' when the English routed
the Scottish, 'Carberry Hill' when Mary Queen of Scots surrendered, and
'Prestonpans', where in 1745 the forces of Prince Charles Edward Stuart
routed the army of General Cope in just 15 minutes.
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Nearly
90% of the land is used for agriculture, there are many pleasant seaside
resorts and fishing ports along the coast of East Lothian, and the scenic
Lammermuir Hills in the south are ideal for walking and hiking.
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