Polney Loch

Lake, Pool, Pond, Freshwater Marsh in Perthshire

Scotland

Polney Loch

A Captivating View from Craig Vinean
A Captivating View from Craig Vinean Credit: Mick Garratt

Polney Loch is a picturesque freshwater marsh located in the region of Perthshire, Scotland. Situated in the heart of the countryside, this tranquil water body offers a serene escape for nature enthusiasts and wildlife lovers. Spanning across an area of approximately 20 acres, Polney Loch is a small yet charming feature of the landscape.

Surrounded by lush greenery and native flora, the loch is home to a diverse range of plant and animal species. The surrounding wetland habitat serves as a haven for numerous bird species, making it a popular spot for birdwatching. Common sightings include ducks, swans, herons, and various other waterfowl.

The loch itself is relatively shallow, with an average depth of around 3 meters. Its peaceful waters are enriched by the presence of aquatic plants, which not only provide a serene atmosphere but also contribute to the overall ecological balance of the area.

Visitors to Polney Loch can enjoy a leisurely stroll along the designated walking paths that encompass the water body. These paths offer panoramic views of the surrounding countryside and provide opportunities for visitors to spot wildlife in their natural habitat.

Additionally, the loch is a preferred destination for anglers, as it is known for its healthy population of brown trout. Fishing enthusiasts can try their luck and spend a peaceful day on the water, enjoying the tranquility of the surroundings.

In summary, Polney Loch is a charming freshwater marsh in Perthshire, Scotland, offering a peaceful retreat for nature lovers. With its diverse wildlife, beautiful scenery, and recreational activities, it is a must-visit destination for those seeking a serene and immersive natural experience.

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Polney Loch Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.569842/-3.6049897 or Grid Reference NO0143. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

A Captivating View from Craig Vinean
A Captivating View from Craig Vinean
The Dried Up Stream of Craig Vinean
The Dried Up Stream of Craig Vinean
Track Junction, Inver Wood
Track Junction, Inver Wood
Forest track in Inver Wood
Forest track in Inver Wood
Downhill track, Creag Vinean Creagvinean Forest hosts a set of downhill bike tracks for those who like hospital food, sorry, that sort of thing. I am past safe bouncing age and am happy to avoid.  The track continues over the logging track (I have never liked the term 'fire road') and on down to the bottom of the hill.  Presumably they have uplift days here as it is a long way up to the top of that path, especially on a downhill rig.
Downhill track, Creag Vinean
Creagvinean Forest hosts a set of downhill bike tracks for those who like hospital food, sorry, that sort of thing. I am past safe bouncing age and am happy to avoid. The track continues over the logging track (I have never liked the term 'fire road') and on down to the bottom of the hill. Presumably they have uplift days here as it is a long way up to the top of that path, especially on a downhill rig.
Logging road, Creagvinean Below Creag Vinean with signs warning of downhillers crossing.  The tracks here are obviously officially sanctioned, or at least some of them are.
Logging road, Creagvinean
Below Creag Vinean with signs warning of downhillers crossing. The tracks here are obviously officially sanctioned, or at least some of them are.
Logging road, Creagvinean As height is gained, the snow gets deeper and reveals a longer history of tracks.  The climb is obviously popular with mountain bikers.  More importantly there are no fresh vehicle tracks which is reassuring in that it means less chance of being turned back by forestry work.
Logging road, Creagvinean
As height is gained, the snow gets deeper and reveals a longer history of tracks. The climb is obviously popular with mountain bikers. More importantly there are no fresh vehicle tracks which is reassuring in that it means less chance of being turned back by forestry work.
Roller, Inchmagrannachan Roller in long grass, the field is surrounded by conifer woods.
Roller, Inchmagrannachan
Roller in long grass, the field is surrounded by conifer woods.
Looking up towards Creag Bheag But you can see only trees from just inside this square!
Looking up towards Creag Bheag
But you can see only trees from just inside this square!
In Craigvinean Forest The track crosses the Inver Path under Roebuck's Seat.
In Craigvinean Forest
The track crosses the Inver Path under Roebuck's Seat.
A burn in the woods The burn has just flowed under a higher forestry track.
A burn in the woods
The burn has just flowed under a higher forestry track.
Twisting through the forest Forestry road below Roebuck's Seat.
Twisting through the forest
Forestry road below Roebuck's Seat.
Dunkeld House Hotel Charmingly situated in its own grounds beside the River Tay.
Dunkeld House Hotel
Charmingly situated in its own grounds beside the River Tay.
A9, Little Dunkeld The A9 is a strategic link between the Highlands of Scotland and the Central Belt. It runs 279 miles from junction 5 of the M9 at Polmont to Scrabster. Originally it ran from Edinburgh.
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A9, Little Dunkeld
The A9 is a strategic link between the Highlands of Scotland and the Central Belt. It runs 279 miles from junction 5 of the M9 at Polmont to Scrabster. Originally it ran from Edinburgh. LinkExternal link
A9, Little Dunkeld The A9 is a strategic link between the Highlands of Scotland and the Central Belt. It runs 279 miles from junction 5 of the M9 at Polmont to Scrabster. Originally it ran from Edinburgh.
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A9, Little Dunkeld
The A9 is a strategic link between the Highlands of Scotland and the Central Belt. It runs 279 miles from junction 5 of the M9 at Polmont to Scrabster. Originally it ran from Edinburgh. LinkExternal link
Dunkeld turning, A9 The A9 is a strategic link between the Highlands of Scotland and the Central Belt. It runs 279 miles from junction 5 of the M9 at Polmont to Scrabster. Originally it ran from Edinburgh.
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Dunkeld turning, A9
The A9 is a strategic link between the Highlands of Scotland and the Central Belt. It runs 279 miles from junction 5 of the M9 at Polmont to Scrabster. Originally it ran from Edinburgh. LinkExternal link
A9, northbound The A9 is a strategic link between the Highlands of Scotland and the Central Belt. It runs 279 miles from junction 5 of the M9 at Polmont to Scrabster. Originally it ran from Edinburgh.
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A9, northbound
The A9 is a strategic link between the Highlands of Scotland and the Central Belt. It runs 279 miles from junction 5 of the M9 at Polmont to Scrabster. Originally it ran from Edinburgh. LinkExternal link
Tourist information on A9 The A9 is a strategic link between the Highlands of Scotland and the Central Belt. It runs 279 miles from junction 5 of the M9 at Polmont to Scrabster. Originally it ran from Edinburgh.
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Tourist information on A9
The A9 is a strategic link between the Highlands of Scotland and the Central Belt. It runs 279 miles from junction 5 of the M9 at Polmont to Scrabster. Originally it ran from Edinburgh. LinkExternal link
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Polney Loch is located at Grid Ref: NO0143 (Lat: 56.569842, Lng: -3.6049897)

Unitary Authority: Perth and Kinross

Police Authority: Tayside

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Located within 500m of 56.569842,-3.6049897
Ford: yes
Lat/Long: 56.5726569/-3.6060167
Direction: 190
Tourism: viewpoint
Lat/Long: 56.5701658/-3.611377
Entrance: yes
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Natural: spring
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Ford: yes
Lat/Long: 56.5665426/-3.6057655
Power: pole
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Power: pole
Lat/Long: 56.5689898/-3.6049883
Archaeological Site: megalith
Historic: archaeological_site
Megalith Type: menhir
Source: survey, GPS
Source Ref: rdnance Survey 25 inch to the mile, 1st edition, 1855-1882
Lat/Long: 56.5685002/-3.605827
Natural: boulder
Lat/Long: 56.5707684/-3.6032588
Natural: boulder
Lat/Long: 56.5707448/-3.603143
Natural: boulder
Lat/Long: 56.5707298/-3.60324
St Colme Well
Natural: spring
Tourism: yes
Lat/Long: 56.5686368/-3.6117725
Information: board
Operator: King’s Seat Archaeology Project
Tourism: information
Lat/Long: 56.5679444/-3.6111634
Natural: stone
Lat/Long: 56.5690625/-3.6102342
Natural: stone
Lat/Long: 56.5696321/-3.6108109
Natural: stone
Lat/Long: 56.569602/-3.6107918
Natural: stone
Lat/Long: 56.5693655/-3.6102611
Natural: stone
Lat/Long: 56.5696011/-3.6108659
Natural: stone
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Hairy Gulley
Natural: gully
Lat/Long: 56.5697053/-3.6108293
Natural: stone
Lat/Long: 56.5693838/-3.6102274
Man Made: cairn
Lat/Long: 56.569093/-3.6123906
Natural: stone
Lat/Long: 56.5693617/-3.6103127
Check Date: 2023-08-06
Ele: 298
Height: 1.6
Man Made: cairn
Material: stone
Lat/Long: 56.5719667/-3.6108871
Information: guidepost
Operator: Perth and Kinross Council
Tourism: information
Lat/Long: 56.5691032/-3.6063138
Ele: 303
Natural: peak
Lat/Long: 56.5719775/-3.610881
Historic: memorial
Inscription: In memory of Tom Anderson, 1964 to 2012, a loving husband, father, son and friend. An inspiration who always knew where we were going. He will be sadly missed
Memorial: plaque
Lat/Long: 56.5690054/-3.6089537
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