Britain's new highest mountain after scientists discover peak is 1,200ft taller than previously thought - Mirror Online

Britain's new highest mountain after scientists discover peak is 1,200ft taller than previously thought - Mirror Online: "Britain has a new highest mountain after new satellite data revealed land surveys by polar explorers were nearly 400 metres out.

Mount Hope in the British Antarctic Territory was recently remeasured and found to be 377 metres (1,237 ft) taller than thought, meaning it overtakes Mount Jackson, the territory's previous record holder, by 55 metres (180 ft).

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