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Scrogbank Boat Pool

Lake, Pool, Pond, Freshwater Marsh in Peeblesshire

Scotland

Scrogbank Boat Pool

View towards Walkerburn and the River Tweed Line of the disused railway line can clearly be seen between the field and river.
View towards Walkerburn and the River Tweed Credit: Les Hull

Scrogbank Boat Pool is a picturesque freshwater marsh located in Peeblesshire, Scotland. Situated amidst rolling hills and lush greenery, this tranquil body of water offers a serene escape for nature enthusiasts and those seeking a peaceful retreat.

Spanning across a vast area, Scrogbank Boat Pool is a combination of a lake, pool, pond, and freshwater marsh. The pool itself is relatively small in size, with a surface area of approximately 1 hectare. Surrounded by reeds, rushes, and other aquatic plants, the pool is a haven for a diverse range of flora and fauna.

The water in Scrogbank Boat Pool is crystal clear, reflecting the surrounding landscape and offering a stunning sight. The pool is fed by natural springs, ensuring a constant flow of fresh water. It is also home to various fish species, such as trout and perch, making it a popular spot for fishing enthusiasts.

The marshy areas surrounding the pool are teeming with life. Ducks, swans, and other waterfowl can often be spotted gliding gracefully on the water's surface. The marsh also supports a plethora of plant species, including water lilies, marsh marigolds, and various types of grasses.

For visitors, Scrogbank Boat Pool offers a range of activities. Fishing is a popular pastime, with anglers enjoying the peaceful ambiance and the opportunity to catch a variety of fish. Birdwatching is also a favorite activity, with numerous species of birds making their home in and around the pool.

In conclusion, Scrogbank Boat Pool in Peeblesshire is a charming freshwater marsh that provides a serene and beautiful environment for visitors to enjoy various activities such as fishing and birdwatching. Its diverse flora and fauna make it a haven for nature enthusiasts and a delightful spot to immerse oneself in the tranquility of the Scottish countryside.

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Scrogbank Boat Pool Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.627506/-2.9796436 or Grid Reference NT3837. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

View towards Walkerburn and the River Tweed Line of the disused railway line can clearly be seen between the field and river.
View towards Walkerburn and the River Tweed
Line of the disused railway line can clearly be seen between the field and river.
View towards Walkerburn and Cairn Hill
View towards Walkerburn and Cairn Hill
Wood End Cottage
Wood End Cottage
Land Rover Hospital? Land Rover repairs and garage.
Land Rover Hospital?
Land Rover repairs and garage.
Juniper Bank
Juniper Bank
Juniperbank Burn
Juniperbank Burn
Glenbenna Forestry Village
Glenbenna Forestry Village
Quad bike track, Gatehopeknowe It runs up Pyat Hill and is a very useful way on to the hill or to Gate Hope avoiding the houses.
Quad bike track, Gatehopeknowe
It runs up Pyat Hill and is a very useful way on to the hill or to Gate Hope avoiding the houses.
Woodland edge, Gatehopeknowe A useful way into Gate Hope, but watch the rabbit holes. This is death to ankles. There must be some well fed buzzards hereabouts.
Woodland edge, Gatehopeknowe
A useful way into Gate Hope, but watch the rabbit holes. This is death to ankles. There must be some well fed buzzards hereabouts.
Gate Hope A very beautiful glen, north of the Tweed. I spend a lot of time on Windlestraw Law and this has to be the best way up I have yet found.
Gate Hope
A very beautiful glen, north of the Tweed. I spend a lot of time on Windlestraw Law and this has to be the best way up I have yet found.
Gate Hope A well wooded, hidden glen north of the Tweed. A grassy track runs up the west side and the main estate and house access road runs up the eastern side.
Gate Hope
A well wooded, hidden glen north of the Tweed. A grassy track runs up the west side and the main estate and house access road runs up the eastern side.
Kill Brae It would be a Killer Brae if you tried to run up it. Ashes on a steep scree slope on the east side of Gate Hope. Hope is word in common usage along both of England's borders and in Northwest England. Usually it means a steep sided and often blind valley.
Kill Brae
It would be a Killer Brae if you tried to run up it. Ashes on a steep scree slope on the east side of Gate Hope. Hope is word in common usage along both of England's borders and in Northwest England. Usually it means a steep sided and often blind valley.
Trees, Gatehopeknowe Burn Look like the same trees as here: <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/162214">NT3738 : Trees, Gatehopeknowe Burn</a> Summer is here, but alders are late coming to leaf. Gate Hope has some extensive alder woods along the burn.
Trees, Gatehopeknowe Burn
Look like the same trees as here: NT3738 : Trees, Gatehopeknowe Burn Summer is here, but alders are late coming to leaf. Gate Hope has some extensive alder woods along the burn.
Flight pool, Gate Hope A Summer view of the pool here: <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/162222">NT3739 : Duckpond, Gatehopeknowe Burn</a>. The shallow pool has been colonised by horsetails. There is a nesting raft in the pool but no residents.
Flight pool, Gate Hope
A Summer view of the pool here: NT3739 : Duckpond, Gatehopeknowe Burn. The shallow pool has been colonised by horsetails. There is a nesting raft in the pool but no residents.
Gatehopeknowe View down a well wooded stretch of Tweeddale past Gatehopeknowe.
Gatehopeknowe
View down a well wooded stretch of Tweeddale past Gatehopeknowe.
Track, Gate Hope A grassy track runs up the western side of Gate Hope. The main access to the glen is by a bigger, well surfaced road from Holylee on the eastern side.
Track, Gate Hope
A grassy track runs up the western side of Gate Hope. The main access to the glen is by a bigger, well surfaced road from Holylee on the eastern side.
Back Burn A wooded section of Gate Hope where the Back Burn meets the Gatehopeburn.
Back Burn
A wooded section of Gate Hope where the Back Burn meets the Gatehopeburn.
Early Knowe A small sharp hill above the River Tweed. The southern side is heather covered while a field has been cleared to the north.
Early Knowe
A small sharp hill above the River Tweed. The southern side is heather covered while a field has been cleared to the north.
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Scrogbank Boat Pool is located at Grid Ref: NT3837 (Lat: 55.627506, Lng: -2.9796436)

Unitary Authority: The Scottish Borders

Police Authority: The Lothians and Scottish Borders

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