Glenniehouse Pot

Lake, Pool, Pond, Freshwater Marsh in Banffshire

Scotland

Glenniehouse Pot

Near Ardmeallie Looking down from near Cairnhill Croft to cottages by the road near Ardmeallie. The lower slopes of Catstone Hill are on the left. — Near Ardmeallie Credit: Anne Burgess

Glenniehouse Pot is a picturesque freshwater marsh located in Banffshire, Scotland. Nestled amidst the rolling hills and breathtaking landscapes, this natural wonder is a haven for nature enthusiasts and birdwatchers alike. Spanning over an area of approximately 5 acres, the pot is a small, tranquil body of water that serves as a vital habitat for a diverse range of flora and fauna.

The pot's crystal clear waters are home to various species of aquatic plants, including water lilies and reeds, which create a vibrant and colorful display throughout the year. These plants provide shelter and food for a variety of aquatic creatures, including frogs, newts, and small fish, adding to the pot's ecological diversity.

The pot also acts as a vital stopover for migratory birds, making it a popular spot for birdwatching enthusiasts. Visitors can witness a plethora of bird species, such as herons, mallards, and swans, as they grace the pot's tranquil waters and surrounding marshland. The calming atmosphere and untouched beauty of this natural habitat provide a perfect setting for visitors to immerse themselves in the wonders of nature.

Surrounded by lush greenery and offering breathtaking panoramic views, Glenniehouse Pot is a true hidden gem in the heart of Banffshire. Whether it's a leisurely stroll along its banks or a peaceful picnic amidst nature, this idyllic spot offers a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

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Glenniehouse Pot Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.531928/-2.6968663 or Grid Reference NJ5849. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Near Ardmeallie

Looking down from near Cairnhill Croft to cottages by the road near Ardmeallie. The lower slopes of Catstone Hill are on the left.

Anne Burgess

Standing Stone

This stone stands outside the wall surrounding the kirk. There is a suggestion that it once formed part of a stone circle where the kirk now is, but was moved and re-erected here. See Link

for more information.

Anne Burgess

St Marnan's Chair

Either St Marnan was a very odd shape, or perhaps he was into pole-sitting. This un-chair-like standing stone is in the grounds of St Marnan's Kirk. It may have formed part of an ancient stone circle. See Link

for more information.

Anne Burgess

St Marnan's Kirk

This is the parish kirk of Marnoch, built in 1782. It replaced an earlier building further down near the river, where the kirkyard is. See Link

for more information.

Anne Burgess

Marnoch Parish Kirk

Dedicated to St Marnan, built in 1782 and still in use. The trees make it difficult to photograph well, but NJ5950 : Marnoch old church is an older view. See Link

for more information.

Anne Burgess

St Marnan's Chair

for more information.

Anne Burgess

Loupin-on Stane

This mounting block stands just outside the kirkyard wall at Marnoch Parish Kirk.

Anne Burgess

Marnoch Old Kirk

This handsome rectangular kirk replaced St Marnoch's (old) Church, situated a few hundred metres to the southwest, in around 1790. The bell, presumably from the old church, is dated 1747. The congregation 'came out' in 1841 in a row over patronage and established a new church (confusingly called New Marnoch Church) at the planned village of Aberchirder, about 3km to the northeast (see: Link ). The two kirks were reunited in 1929 and it is now part of a joint parish with its Aberchirder neighbour. A fine standing stone called St Marnan's Chair can be seen in the kirkyard.

Bill Harrison

St Marnan's Chair

A fine standing stone in the kirkyard of Marnoch Old Kirk, thought to possibly date from the bronze age: Link

Bill Harrison

View over the fields

Typical rolling hills in this part of Aberdeenshire.

Bill Harrison

Single-track road

A typical Aberdeenshire byway which makes its windy way to Aberchirder.

Bill Harrison

Track near Moss-Side of Mayen

With forested Catstone Hill beyond.

Alan Hodgson

Cairn of Mayen

Alan Hodgson

Hill of Retenach

Viewed from Hill of Cairns.

Alan Hodgson

Mayen and the River Deveron

In the middle distance is Mayen, which is almost surrounded by a meander of the River Deveron, which turns from flowing south-eastwards to flowing northwards in just a couple of miles. The glen of the Deveron between Rothiemay and Turriff is an excellent example of incised meanders, where the twisting course of an ancient river has been preserved as the river has cut down into the underlying bedrock. The bedrock here is mainly pelite and psammite, formed by metamorphosis of mudstones and sandstones deposited in a deep sea environment between 500 and 1000 million years ago.

Anne Burgess