Woodend Pool

Lake, Pool, Pond, Freshwater Marsh in Peeblesshire

Scotland

Woodend Pool

MacDonalds Cardrona Hotel This exclusive hotel, golf and country club has an idyllic location on the north bank of the river Tweed. A glimpse of the river can be seen to the left of the picture. Between the hotel and the river is the golf course and a row of golf buggies are parked adjacent to a large bunker in front of the hotel. — MacDonalds Cardrona Hotel Credit: ronnie leask

Woodend Pool is a picturesque freshwater marsh located in Peeblesshire, Scotland. Spanning an area of approximately two hectares, it is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and bird watchers alike. The pool is situated amidst a charming landscape, surrounded by a mix of wetland vegetation and mature trees.

The pool itself is formed by a natural depression in the ground, which collects rainwater and runoff from the surrounding area. It is relatively shallow, with an average depth of around one meter. The water in Woodend Pool is clear and generally calm, providing a tranquil atmosphere for visitors.

The pool is home to a diverse range of plant and animal species. The wetland vegetation surrounding the pool includes reeds, rushes, and various types of water lilies. These plants provide important habitats for numerous bird species, such as herons, ducks, and moorhens, which can be spotted throughout the year. Woodend Pool also attracts migratory birds during the spring and autumn seasons.

In addition to its ecological significance, Woodend Pool offers recreational opportunities for visitors. There is a well-maintained walking trail that encircles the pool, allowing visitors to explore the area and observe the wildlife up close. The pool is also suitable for fishing, with species such as perch and roach commonly found in its waters.

Woodend Pool is a hidden gem in Peeblesshire, offering a tranquil and captivating environment for those seeking a peaceful escape into nature. Its unique blend of flora and fauna make it a valuable habitat and a cherished destination for both locals and tourists alike.

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Woodend Pool Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.630798/-3.1001054 or Grid Reference NT3038. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

MacDonalds Cardrona Hotel

This exclusive hotel, golf and country club has an idyllic location on the north bank of the river Tweed. A glimpse of the river can be seen to the left of the picture. Between the hotel and the river is the golf course and a row of golf buggies are parked adjacent to a large bunker in front of the hotel.

ronnie leask

Old railway bridge, Cardrona

The bridge over the Tweed, looking back to Cardrona and the site of the former station. The line is now a path and cycleway to Peebles. The golf course surrounds the nearby hotel and extends E along the riverside.

Jim Barton

Cardrona from Lee Burn Head

On the right is the A72 to Peebles passing the Macdonald Cardrona Hotel with its associated golf course, the old railway line crosses the Tweed to follow its E bank and in the foreground are some houses at Cardrona with the 62 bus at the stop outside the old railway station, now the village shop. The houses at the SE side of Peebles are in view in the distance.

Jim Barton

Bridges over the Tweed at Cardrona

The road bridge links the village with the A72 and the old railway bridge beyond is now used for the Cardrona to Peebles path and cycleway.

Jim Barton

Forestry Commission car park, Kirk Burn

Parking bandits have now appeared here - avoided today by riding in from Peebles.

Richard Webb

Cardrona from the air

Viewed over the wooded Cardrona Hill from a Prague bound flight from Edinburgh.

Thomas Nugent

Larches in Cardrona Forest

Cardrona Forest is on the S side of the Tweed Valley at heights ranging from 180m to 420m. The trees here are on the slope above the car park at Kirkburn.

Jim Barton

Larches in Cardrona Forest

Larches in this area have been selected as sources of seed for new plantings, as described by foresters in an interesting walk around the forest as part of Tweed Valley Forest Festival.

Jim Barton

Cardrona Hotel

View of the hotel from near the River Tweed.

frank smith

Cardrona Bridges crossing the Tweed

Bridge carrying the slip road from the A72 serving the village of Cardrona and the old railway bridge carrying the defunct Peebles - Innerleithen line.

frank smith

Not such a twee bridge across the Tweed

After the Peebles to Galashiels railway closed in 1962, a local landowner purchased a stretch of the trackbed including Cardrona Station, which he used as a hay store, and this bridge across the River Tweed as an access between his fields either side of the river. A couple of decades later, planning permission was obtained for the present hotel, golf course and new village. The station was refurbished as a cafe and village shop and the river bridge continued as an access between two halves of the golf course. It seems ironic that the bridge once carried heavy trains but rather lighter cars had to keep 20 metres apart. More recently the bridge has also become a formal part of the Peebles to Innerleithen cycleway

A-M-Jervis

Misty hillsides near Cardrona on Christmas Day

A thin layer of mist was creeping over some of the ridges amongst the plantations in the Tweed valley; below is the A72 road to Innerleithen and Galashiels. The viewpoint is Janet's (or Jenny's) Brae above Peebles.

Jim Barton

The site of Our Lady's Chapel, or better known as Kailzie Parish Church

Section of the lower courses are thought to be of the old church which was suppressed in the 17th century. The ruins were built up using the broken stones of the old kirk and converted in to a series of burial vaults. The families interred include local notables such as the Scotlands, Kennedys and the ancient and illustrious Horsbrugh family, Kailzie or Hopkailzie Church is situated in the tiny hamlet of Kirkburn on the right bank of the Tweed near Cardrona.

James Denham

The Scotland family burial ground

In Kailzie Parish Kirkyard.

James Denham

One of the memorial stones to the Horsbrugh family

Situated in the most easterly vault of the old church of Hopkailzie. The Horsbrugha are among the very oldest and most illustrious in all of Peeblesshire.

James Denham

A72 eastbound at Horsburgh

Colin Pyle

Peebles Show comes to Cardrona

The annual Peebles agricultural show moved to Nether Horsburgh this year as the usual venue at Hay Lodge Park has been unavailable because of work on drainage improvement. A temporary 30mph speed limit was set up near the show entrance on the A72, with shuttle buses from Peebles and free parking in the field.

Jim Barton

Highland cattle at Peebles Show

Two Highland cows and a calf on their best behaviour in the show ring. In the background is the Macdonald Cardrona Hotel. This year the show was located at Nether Horsburgh since the usual venue at Hay Lodge Park in Peebles was undergoing drainage work.

Jim Barton

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Woodend Pool is located at Grid Ref: NT3038 (Lat: 55.630798, Lng: -3.1001054)

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