Kirklebride Loch

Lake, Pool, Pond, Freshwater Marsh in Kirkcudbrightshire

Scotland

Kirklebride Loch

Gravestones on north side of church at Corsock The small church at Corsock lies outside the village, south-east of it, and alongside the A712.
The green building beside it is a church hall of lower architectural merit but doubtless of value to the local community.
Gravestones on north side of church at Corsock Credit: Trevor Littlewood

Kirklebride Loch is a picturesque freshwater lake located in the county of Kirkcudbrightshire, Scotland. Situated near the town of Borgue, the loch covers an area of approximately 20 hectares and is surrounded by lush greenery, making it a popular spot for nature enthusiasts.

The loch is characterized by its calm and serene atmosphere, offering visitors a tranquil retreat away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. It is fed by several small streams and is home to a diverse range of aquatic flora and fauna, including various species of fish, waterfowl, and plants.

The surrounding area of Kirklebride Loch is a haven for birdwatchers, as it attracts a wide variety of bird species throughout the year. Visitors can spot common birds such as mallards, swans, and herons, as well as more elusive species such as ospreys and grebes. The loch also provides a nesting ground for various waterfowl during the breeding season.

In addition to its natural beauty, Kirklebride Loch offers opportunities for recreational activities such as fishing and boating. Anglers can try their luck at catching brown trout, which are abundant in the lake. Boating enthusiasts can also take advantage of the calm waters for leisurely paddling or rowing.

Overall, Kirklebride Loch is a charming and serene freshwater lake that offers a haven for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts alike. Its diverse ecosystem and peaceful surroundings make it an ideal destination for those seeking a tranquil and immersive experience in the heart of Scotland's beautiful countryside.

If you have any feedback on the listing, please let us know in the comments section below.

Kirklebride Loch Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.053247/-3.9169697 or Grid Reference NX7774. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Gravestones on north side of church at Corsock The small church at Corsock lies outside the village, south-east of it, and alongside the A712.
The green building beside it is a church hall of lower architectural merit but doubtless of value to the local community.
Gravestones on north side of church at Corsock
The small church at Corsock lies outside the village, south-east of it, and alongside the A712. The green building beside it is a church hall of lower architectural merit but doubtless of value to the local community.
Corsock & Kirkpatrick Durham graveyard There seems to be a local custom of recording the place of death on the old headstones. This one marks the burial place of the Graham family, all of whom died at Sunny Brae. The stone records the sad story of a 6-month-old child’s death in 1892, with her parents reaching their eighties in 1932 and 1946. No other children are recorded on the stone.
Corsock & Kirkpatrick Durham graveyard
There seems to be a local custom of recording the place of death on the old headstones. This one marks the burial place of the Graham family, all of whom died at Sunny Brae. The stone records the sad story of a 6-month-old child’s death in 1892, with her parents reaching their eighties in 1932 and 1946. No other children are recorded on the stone.
Corsock & Kirkpatrick Durham Church A winter view of the building which dates from 1839.
Corsock & Kirkpatrick Durham Church
A winter view of the building which dates from 1839.
Corsock and Kirkpatrick Durham church and churchyard, Corsock
Corsock and Kirkpatrick Durham church and churchyard, Corsock
Corsock & Kirkpatrick Durham Church Category B-listed. Built 1839.
Corsock & Kirkpatrick Durham Church
Category B-listed. Built 1839.
Corsock War Memorial
Corsock War Memorial
A712 at Drumhumphry Bridge
A712 at Drumhumphry Bridge
A712 to Corsock
A712 to Corsock
Farmland at Drumhumphry
Farmland at Drumhumphry
Stagecoach Bus at Drumhumphry Bridge
Stagecoach Bus at Drumhumphry Bridge
Corsock and Kirkpatrick Durham Church
Corsock and Kirkpatrick Durham Church
Corsock War Memorial
Corsock War Memorial
Corsock House Garden <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://flic.kr/p/278HaLT" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://flic.kr/p/278HaLT">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Corsock House Garden
Old Milestone by the A712, Kirkpatrick Durham Parish By the A712, in parish of Kirkpatrick Durham (Stewartry District), Approx 1½ miles East of Corsock, on verge in open country North West of lane to Drumhumphry.

Inscription once read:- : (Dumfries / 13) :

Surveyed

Milestone Society National ID: DG_DFNG13
Old Milestone by the A712, Kirkpatrick Durham Parish
By the A712, in parish of Kirkpatrick Durham (Stewartry District), Approx 1½ miles East of Corsock, on verge in open country North West of lane to Drumhumphry. Inscription once read:- : (Dumfries / 13) : Surveyed Milestone Society National ID: DG_DFNG13
Corsock House Garden Much of the garden's current appearance can be credited to Peter Ingall who bought Corsock House in 1951.  

<span class="nowrap"><a title="https://flic.kr/p/2duumc3" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://flic.kr/p/2duumc3">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Corsock House Garden
Much of the garden's current appearance can be credited to Peter Ingall who bought Corsock House in 1951. LinkExternal link
Old Direction sign - Signpost by the A712, Kirkpatrick Durham parish Spike finial - 2 arms; by the A712, in parish of Kirkpatrick Durham (Dumfries District), Y-junction with the B794 to Dalbeattie.

Surveyed

Milestone Society National ID: DF_NX7675
Old Direction sign - Signpost by the A712, Kirkpatrick Durham parish
Spike finial - 2 arms; by the A712, in parish of Kirkpatrick Durham (Dumfries District), Y-junction with the B794 to Dalbeattie. Surveyed Milestone Society National ID: DF_NX7675
Old Milestone by the A712, Crofts Farm, Kirkpatrick Durham parish Milestone by the A712, in parish of Kirkpatrick Durham (Stewartry District), North of Crofts Farm, on verge.

Inscription once read:-
(Dumfries)
(12)

Surveyed

Milestone Society National ID: DG_DFNG12
Old Milestone by the A712, Crofts Farm, Kirkpatrick Durham parish
Milestone by the A712, in parish of Kirkpatrick Durham (Stewartry District), North of Crofts Farm, on verge. Inscription once read:- (Dumfries) (12) Surveyed Milestone Society National ID: DG_DFNG12
Corsock and Kilpatrick-Durham Church The church dates back to 1851.
Corsock and Kilpatrick-Durham Church
The church dates back to 1851.
Show me another place!

Kirklebride Loch is located at Grid Ref: NX7774 (Lat: 55.053247, Lng: -3.9169697)

Unitary Authority: Dumfries and Galloway

Police Authority: Dumfries and Galloway

What 3 Words

///gradually.guides.boggles. Near Castle Douglas, Dumfries & Galloway

Related Wikis

Corsock

Corsock (Scottish Gaelic: Corsag) is a village in the historical county of Kirkcudbrightshire, Dumfries and Galloway, south-west Scotland. It is located...

Glenlair House

Glenlair, near the village of Corsock in the historical county of Kirkcudbrightshire, in Dumfries and Galloway, was the home of the physicist James Clerk...

Kilquhanity School

Kilquhanity School was one of several free schools to have been established in the United Kingdom in the twentieth century. Others include Sands School...

Kirkpatrick Durham

Kirkpatrick Durham (Scottish Gaelic: Cill Phàdraig) is a village and parish in the historical county of Kirkcudbrightshire, Dumfries and Galloway, south...

Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 55.053247,-3.9169697
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 55.0518137/-3.9111677
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 55.0523686/-3.9125529
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 55.0529236/-3.9139699
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 55.0534736/-3.9153656
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 55.0541064/-3.9169717
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 55.0546576/-3.9183739
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 55.0552332/-3.9198249
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 55.0558757/-3.9214713
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 55.0548931/-3.9237668
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 55.0553859/-3.9226239
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 55.056287/-3.9203167
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 55.0566983/-3.9191844
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 55.0571011/-3.9180541
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 55.0572787/-3.9175464
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

Have you been to Kirklebride Loch?

Leave your review of Kirklebride Loch below (or comments, questions and feedback).