Altarstone Pool

Lake, Pool, Pond, Freshwater Marsh in Peeblesshire

Scotland

Altarstone Pool

Drumelzier Standing Stone The standing stone near Drumelzier.
Photo taken on the 2nd January 2022. — Drumelzier Standing Stone Credit: Rab McMurdo

Altarstone Pool is a picturesque freshwater marsh located in Peeblesshire, Scotland. It is a small, tranquil body of water nestled amidst rolling hills and lush greenery, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts and those seeking a peaceful retreat.

Measuring approximately 1.5 acres in size, Altarstone Pool has a unique charm that sets it apart from other bodies of water in the region. It is surrounded by a mixture of marshy vegetation, including reeds, rushes, and water lilies, which provide a diverse habitat for a variety of wildlife.

The pool itself is relatively shallow, with an average depth of around 3 feet. The water is crystal clear, allowing visitors to catch glimpses of the aquatic life that thrives beneath the surface. It is home to a rich array of fish species, such as perch, pike, and roach, which attract anglers from far and wide.

The surrounding area offers a range of activities for visitors to enjoy. There are several walking trails that wind through the nearby countryside, allowing visitors to explore the natural beauty of Peeblesshire. Birdwatchers will also find Altarstone Pool to be a haven, as it attracts various species of waterfowl, including ducks, swans, and herons.

Altarstone Pool is a hidden gem in the heart of Peeblesshire, offering a serene and idyllic escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Whether you are an angler, a nature lover, or simply seeking a tranquil spot to unwind, this freshwater marsh is a must-visit destination.

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Altarstone Pool Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.607886/-3.3441678 or Grid Reference NT1535. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Drumelzier Standing Stone

The standing stone near Drumelzier. Photo taken on the 2nd January 2022.

Rab McMurdo

Dawyck Woodland Garden March 2022

This hillside garden adjoins both banks of the Scrape Burn. Dawyck is managed as an outstation of Edinburgh Royal Botanic Garden, and is noted for its majestic conifers, springtime rhododendrons, and woodland fungi in the autumn.

Graham Ovens

Remains of a van below Trahenna Hill

The old Bedford van/shed photographed by Richard Webb in 2005 (NT1336 : Old van, Dreva) has now completely fallen apart, leaving something of an eyesore.

Alan O'Dowd

Remains of a van below Trahenna Hill

The old Bedford van/shed photographed by Richard Webb in 2005 (NT1336 : Old van, Dreva) has now completely fallen apart, leaving something of an eyesore. And all with only 80,000-odd miles on the clock – although it may have gone round the clock more than once.

Alan O'Dowd

Dawyck Botanic Garden

Near the entrance and cafe, heading out into the garden.

Richard Webb

Azalea Terrace, Dawyck

The Dawyck gardens specialise in rhododendrons from cool climates, some returned from expeditions to the eastern Himalaya in the early 1990s.

Richard Webb

Woodland, Dawyck Botanic Garden

Mostly birch here but still with some of the specimen conifers.

Richard Webb

Ride, Dawyck Botanic Gardens

Richard Webb

Rhododendron, Dawyck Botanic Gardens

One of the many rhododendrons in the collection here, many gathered in expeditions to eastern Himalaya in the early 1990s.

Richard Webb

Bridge, Dynamo Pond

On the Scrape Burn near the deer fence at the top of the botanic gardens.

Richard Webb

Sculpture, Dawyck Botanic Garden

Richard Webb

On the track to Stobo

An estate track following the course of the Weston Burn towards Home Farm.

Jim Barton

Tree planting on Harrow Hill

Broadleaved trees have been planted around the edge of the clear-felled section shown in NT1637 : Clear-felled ground, Harrow Hill.

Jim Barton

Autumn colour at Dawyck

The Scrape Burn with a lot of water after a wet October.

Gordon Brown

Autumn colour at Dawyck

Wind and rain have stripped off much of the autumn colour, but this maple still stands out, bright crimson.

Gordon Brown

Track to Stobo

The farm track from Stobohope along the southern side of the Weston Burn.

Jim Barton

Farm track from Stobohope

The track to Stobo Castle and Home Farm. The dip in the skyline ahead is the route of the John Buchan Way over the ridge to Glack Hope and the Manor Valley.

Jim Barton