Lady's Hole

Lake, Pool, Pond, Freshwater Marsh in Kirkcudbrightshire

Scotland

Lady's Hole

Pumpkins for sale at Strathmaddie Strathmaddie has pumpkins for sale 'for Halloween carving'. The minor road passing by must see little traffic whether motorised or pedestrian, so sales cannot be high.
Pumpkins for sale at Strathmaddie Credit: Trevor Littlewood

Lady's Hole is a picturesque freshwater marsh located in Kirkcudbrightshire, Scotland. Nestled amidst the rolling hills and verdant landscape, this serene body of water offers a tranquil retreat for visitors seeking solace in nature. Spanning an area of approximately 2 acres, Lady's Hole is known for its calm and crystal-clear waters, making it a perfect spot for swimming, fishing, and boating.

Surrounded by lush vegetation, including reeds and water lilies, the marsh creates a thriving ecosystem for various species of flora and fauna. It is a haven for birdwatchers, as the marsh attracts a diverse range of bird species, including ducks, herons, and kingfishers. Bird enthusiasts can often spot these beautiful creatures perched on the branches of nearby trees or gracefully gliding across the water's surface.

The marsh is also home to a rich variety of aquatic life, such as fish, frogs, and dragonflies. Fishing enthusiasts can cast their lines into the tranquil waters, hoping to catch brown trout or perch. The peaceful ambiance of Lady's Hole, combined with its natural beauty, provides an ideal setting for a relaxing day of angling.

Access to Lady's Hole is relatively easy, with a small car park located nearby and a well-maintained footpath leading visitors to the water's edge. The area is also equipped with picnic tables and benches, allowing visitors to enjoy a leisurely lunch while taking in the breathtaking views.

Overall, Lady's Hole in Kirkcudbrightshire is a delightful destination for nature lovers, offering a serene and idyllic spot to immerse oneself in the tranquility of the Scottish countryside.

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Pumpkins for sale at Strathmaddie Strathmaddie has pumpkins for sale 'for Halloween carving'. The minor road passing by must see little traffic whether motorised or pedestrian, so sales cannot be high.
Pumpkins for sale at Strathmaddie
Strathmaddie has pumpkins for sale 'for Halloween carving'. The minor road passing by must see little traffic whether motorised or pedestrian, so sales cannot be high.
Road heading south on the Cairnsmore estate The estate road heading towards Crow Wood.
Road heading south on the Cairnsmore estate
The estate road heading towards Crow Wood.
Path for Cairnsmore of Fleet passing through woodland The main path for Cairnsmore of Fleet beginning to climb north-east of the buildings at Cairnsmore Farm.
Path for Cairnsmore of Fleet passing through woodland
The main path for Cairnsmore of Fleet beginning to climb north-east of the buildings at Cairnsmore Farm.
Walkers on forest road on slope of Ardwell Hill Ardwell Hill is part of a western spur of the hill Cairnsmore of Fleet, it rises to the right out of the image.
Walkers on forest road on slope of Ardwell Hill
Ardwell Hill is part of a western spur of the hill Cairnsmore of Fleet, it rises to the right out of the image.
Minor road close to Palnure Burn The road is heading south towards Graddoch Bridge. The burn is out of view to the right, meandering through fields.
Minor road close to Palnure Burn
The road is heading south towards Graddoch Bridge. The burn is out of view to the right, meandering through fields.
Trees alongside the Palnure Burn The burn can just be detected beside the middle distance trees.
Trees alongside the Palnure Burn
The burn can just be detected beside the middle distance trees.
Bungalow beside Mill Burn The burn flows just below the slope to the right, it then passes beneath the Woodend Bridge from which the image was made.
Bungalow beside Mill Burn
The burn flows just below the slope to the right, it then passes beneath the Woodend Bridge from which the image was made.
Sunlit field east of Little Park Shadowed trees beyond and shadowed bracken before but a luminously-lit grassed field in between.
Sunlit field east of Little Park
Shadowed trees beyond and shadowed bracken before but a luminously-lit grassed field in between.
Road heading north in valley of Palnure Burn The road is on the eastern side of the burn approaching Bardrochwood and other properties at Bargaly where it terminates, at least for public, motorised use.
Road heading north in valley of Palnure Burn
The road is on the eastern side of the burn approaching Bardrochwood and other properties at Bargaly where it terminates, at least for public, motorised use.
Farmhouse at Craignine The farmhouse seen over a field from the west side of Craignine Bridge which carries a minor road over the Palnure Burn.
Farmhouse at Craignine
The farmhouse seen over a field from the west side of Craignine Bridge which carries a minor road over the Palnure Burn.
Silage bales, Cuil
Silage bales, Cuil
A75, Muirfad
A75, Muirfad
Between road and river, Muirfad
Between road and river, Muirfad
Carse land near Palnure Cree flood plain.
Carse land near Palnure
Cree flood plain.
Old milestone On this visit we passed this milestone near the Palnure Burn twice before finally spotting it hidden in long, dry grass and brambles which were cleared away.  It used to stand upright but as the years go by it is leaning more and more.   Although several of this style are still by the roadside, this is one of the few complete with its 3 metal plates made at the Affleck foundry.   It is 36 miles from Port Patrick and another 378 to London!
Old milestone
On this visit we passed this milestone near the Palnure Burn twice before finally spotting it hidden in long, dry grass and brambles which were cleared away. It used to stand upright but as the years go by it is leaning more and more. Although several of this style are still by the roadside, this is one of the few complete with its 3 metal plates made at the Affleck foundry. It is 36 miles from Port Patrick and another 378 to London!
Galloway Forest Park monument Monument and view point at the start of the Kirroughtree Mountain bike black trail.
Galloway Forest Park monument
Monument and view point at the start of the Kirroughtree Mountain bike black trail.
Outdoor Centre Stronord Outdoor Centre.  Owned by Dumfries and Galloway Council.
Outdoor Centre
Stronord Outdoor Centre. Owned by Dumfries and Galloway Council.
Viaduct - remains of the "Port Line" Not much left of the viaduct near Muirfad, which once carried trains on the Dumfries - Stranraer line
Viaduct - remains of the "Port Line"
Not much left of the viaduct near Muirfad, which once carried trains on the Dumfries - Stranraer line
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Lady's Hole is located at Grid Ref: NX4564 (Lat: 54.95439, Lng: -4.4089058)

Unitary Authority: Dumfries and Galloway

Police Authority: Dumfries and Galloway

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Leisure: picnic_table
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