Backbrae Pool

Lake, Pool, Pond, Freshwater Marsh in Roxburghshire

Scotland

Backbrae Pool

Derelict weir on River Tweed A lade, just to the left of the image, carried water to the abbey some 500 m to the east. — Derelict weir on River Tweed Credit: Russel Wills

Backbrae Pool, located in Roxburghshire, is a picturesque freshwater marsh that offers a serene and tranquil environment for both wildlife and visitors. Spanning an area of approximately 2 acres, this pool is nestled amidst the rolling hills and lush greenery of the Scottish countryside.

The pool itself is a natural water feature, fed by a small stream that meanders through the surrounding landscape. It is home to a diverse range of aquatic flora and fauna, making it a haven for wildlife enthusiasts and nature lovers alike. The pool is dotted with various species of water lilies and other floating plants that create a vibrant and colorful display during the summer months.

Visitors to Backbrae Pool can expect to encounter a multitude of bird species, including ducks, swans, and herons, who call this tranquil spot their home. The pool provides an ideal habitat for these feathered creatures, offering them a safe haven for nesting and feeding.

The surrounding marshland is a haven for various amphibians and insects, adding to the biodiversity of the area. Dragonflies and butterflies can often be spotted flitting around, while frogs and toads can be heard croaking during the warmer months.

Backbrae Pool is a popular spot for nature walks and birdwatching, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the beauty of the Scottish countryside. The peaceful ambiance and stunning natural surroundings make it an ideal destination for those seeking solace in nature.

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Backbrae Pool Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.608091/-2.7527668 or Grid Reference NT5235. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Derelict weir on River Tweed

A lade, just to the left of the image, carried water to the abbey some 500 m to the east.

Russel Wills

Melrose, Gattonside Suspension Footbridge

Tolls had to be paid to cross the new bridge over the River Tweed, which joined the communities of Melrose and Gattonside. Constructed in 1826, it is a footbridge with iron-link suspension chains, iron rods as vertical suspenders and a wooden deck.

Russel Wills

Tweedbank station

An aerial view over Tweedbank station looking towards Melrose. Forms part of Railway Routes Blogpost Link

Trevor Edward Streeter

Tweedbank station

Aerial view of Tweedbank station which forms part of "Railway Routes" BlogPost Link

Trevor Edward Streeter

Broomilees Road. Infilled Railway cutting

At this point was an over bridge on the Waverley Line, now infilled. Link

Trevor Edward Streeter

A climbing tree, Abbotsford

A dead tree now furnished with handholds in the woodland near the visitor centre.

Jim Barton

Borders Book Festival 2021, Abbotsford

Normally the Borders Book Festival is held in early summer at Harmony House, Melrose. The 2020 event was cancelled due to the Covid-19 pandemic, but this year's festival took place between 2nd and 7th November in the grounds of Abbotsford House.

Jim Barton

Borders Book Festival 2021, Abbotsford (2)

Abbotsford on a rather damp and squally day at the Borders Book Festival.

Jim Barton

Borders Book Festival 2021, Abbotsford (3)

Queueing at the visitor centre before entrance to the marquee to hear Hilary Mantel, winner of the 2021 Walter Scott Prize for historical fiction, for her novel 'The Mirror and the Light'.

Jim Barton