Girnall Pot

Lake, Pool, Pond, Freshwater Marsh in Aberdeenshire

Scotland

Girnall Pot

The Spar shop at Bellabeg And the proprietor is a fount of local knowledge - very helpful to the tourist! There is even a &quot;Tourist Information&quot; sign on the leaning pole - it must have had &#039;an incident&#039;! — The Spar shop at Bellabeg Credit: Gordon Brown

Girnall Pot is a small freshwater marsh located in the Aberdeenshire region of Scotland. Situated in a picturesque rural setting, it is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and birdwatchers.

Covering an area of approximately 2 hectares, Girnall Pot is characterized by its calm and still waters, making it resemble a tranquil pool or pond. The water is predominantly clear, allowing visitors to observe the various aquatic plants and organisms that thrive in the marsh.

The marsh is surrounded by lush vegetation, including reeds, grasses, and shrubs, which provide a habitat for a diverse range of wildlife. Bird species such as mallards, swans, and grebes can often be spotted in and around the marsh, along with occasional visits from migrating birds.

Girnall Pot also serves as an important breeding ground for amphibians, with species such as frogs and toads using the marsh to lay their eggs and raise their young. The marsh's shallow waters and abundant vegetation provide an ideal environment for these amphibians to thrive.

Visitors to Girnall Pot can enjoy the peaceful atmosphere and take leisurely walks along the marsh's edges. The site is well-maintained, with designated paths and observation points for visitors to fully appreciate the natural beauty and wildlife of the area. Girnall Pot offers a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life, providing a haven for both nature enthusiasts and those seeking a moment of tranquility in the heart of Aberdeenshire.

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Girnall Pot Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.193098/-3.0751036 or Grid Reference NJ3511. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The Spar shop at Bellabeg

And the proprietor is a fount of local knowledge - very helpful to the tourist! There is even a "Tourist Information" sign on the leaning pole - it must have had 'an incident'!

Gordon Brown

Quiet Bellabeg street

Gordon Brown

Strathdon

Looking across the River Don to the Colquhonnie Hotel, which stands on the northern slope above the strath.

Anne Burgess

Haugh Land in Strathdon

A haugh is an area of flat land beside a river, the equivalent of a flood plain or water meadow in England.

Anne Burgess

Looking towards Bluefold

Bluefold is the farm at the top of the fields, just below the edge of the forest on Tom a' Chaorainn.

Anne Burgess

Looking towards Colquhonnie

The River Don is in the foreground, and Colquhonnie is part-way up the sunlit fields on the far side.

Anne Burgess

Strathdon Parish Kirk

This surprisingly elaborate Gothic kirk in a very rural parish was opened in 1852. It was funded by Charles Forbes of Newe and designed by James Matthews not long after his return from working with George Gilbert Scott in London. It occupies the same site as at least two earlier kirks, separated from the hamlet of Bellabeg by the River Don.

Anne Burgess