Robbie Rossie's Loch

Lake, Pool, Pond, Freshwater Marsh in Aberdeenshire

Scotland

Robbie Rossie's Loch

Drum castle entrance
Drum castle entrance Credit: Ralph Greig

Robbie Rossie's Loch is a picturesque freshwater body located in Aberdeenshire, Scotland. Nestled amidst the rolling hills and lush greenery, this enchanting loch offers a serene and tranquil retreat for nature enthusiasts and visitors alike.

Covering an area of approximately 10 acres, Robbie Rossie's Loch showcases its pristine beauty with crystal-clear waters that glimmer under the sunlight. The loch is surrounded by a diverse array of vegetation, including reeds, rushes, and water lilies, creating a vibrant and colorful ambiance.

This freshwater paradise is a haven for a wide range of aquatic life. Fish species such as trout, salmon, and pike inhabit the loch, providing ample opportunities for fishing enthusiasts. Birdwatchers will also be delighted by the presence of various avian species, including ducks, geese, herons, and swans, which can be spotted gracefully gliding across the water or nesting in the surrounding vegetation.

Visitors to Robbie Rossie's Loch can enjoy a variety of recreational activities. Fishing is a popular pastime, with anglers appreciating the abundance of fish species that call the loch home. Additionally, the calm and peaceful ambiance of the loch makes it an ideal spot for picnics, nature walks, and photography.

Overall, Robbie Rossie's Loch is a captivating freshwater ecosystem that offers a unique blend of natural beauty and recreational opportunities. Whether it's fishing, birdwatching, or simply immersing oneself in the tranquility of nature, this loch provides an idyllic setting for visitors to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

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Robbie Rossie's Loch Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.098445/-2.3233743 or Grid Reference NJ8000. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Drum castle entrance
Drum castle entrance
Road, Cairnton Wood A minor road used by the Deeside Way which has been forced off the old railway between Drumoak and Coalford.
Road, Cairnton Wood
A minor road used by the Deeside Way which has been forced off the old railway between Drumoak and Coalford.
Ride, Cairnton Wood Some tall conifers, I expect this scene to change soon.
Ride, Cairnton Wood
Some tall conifers, I expect this scene to change soon.
Arable land, Drumoak The line of trees marks the Deeside Railway trackbed.
Arable land, Drumoak
The line of trees marks the Deeside Railway trackbed.
Cleared area at Cairnton Wood Remnants of the cleared area of Cairnton Wood on the north side of the road.
Cleared area at Cairnton Wood
Remnants of the cleared area of Cairnton Wood on the north side of the road.
Line of old railway The line of the former Deeside railway heading westwards.
Line of old railway
The line of the former Deeside railway heading westwards.
Deeside Way west of Peterculter This part of the Deeside Way, which extends from Aberdeen City to Ballater (<span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.deesideway.org/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.deesideway.org/">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> ), is on a public road.   A special road sign warns motorists...
Deeside Way west of Peterculter
This part of the Deeside Way, which extends from Aberdeen City to Ballater (LinkExternal link ), is on a public road. A special road sign warns motorists...
The Deeside Way at Cairnton Wood
The Deeside Way at Cairnton Wood
Morris Dancers (May Day at Drum Castle) Not so common in Scotland...
Morris Dancers (May Day at Drum Castle)
Not so common in Scotland...
Tower, Drum Castle Over 700 years old, the oldest complete tower in Scotland.
Tower, Drum Castle
Over 700 years old, the oldest complete tower in Scotland.
Drum Castle A view of the lawn, from the steps leading to the front door of the castle.
Drum Castle
A view of the lawn, from the steps leading to the front door of the castle.
Drum Castle
Drum Castle
Drum Castle This splendid house was for seven centuries the home of the Irvine family. It is now in the hands of the National Trust for Scotland and is open to the public.
Drum Castle
This splendid house was for seven centuries the home of the Irvine family. It is now in the hands of the National Trust for Scotland and is open to the public.
Drum Castle Despite a mixture of ages and styles, this Jacobean mansion with its medieval tower and Victorian extension seems architecturally harmonious. It is now in the hands of the National Trust for Scotland.
Drum Castle
Despite a mixture of ages and styles, this Jacobean mansion with its medieval tower and Victorian extension seems architecturally harmonious. It is now in the hands of the National Trust for Scotland.
Drum Castle Looking down from the tower to the immaculate grounds.
Drum Castle
Looking down from the tower to the immaculate grounds.
Drum Castle The main body of the house is Jacobean with a Victorian extension but the tower is medieval. It is now a National Trust for Scotland property.
Drum Castle
The main body of the house is Jacobean with a Victorian extension but the tower is medieval. It is now a National Trust for Scotland property.
Drum Castle Showing the south side of this National Trust for Scotland property, previously occupied by 24 generations of the Irvine family.
Drum Castle
Showing the south side of this National Trust for Scotland property, previously occupied by 24 generations of the Irvine family.
Bridge over the Gormack Burn Near Milton of Drum farm.
Bridge over the Gormack Burn
Near Milton of Drum farm.
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Robbie Rossie's Loch is located at Grid Ref: NJ8000 (Lat: 57.098445, Lng: -2.3233743)

Unitary Authority: Aberdeenshire

Police Authority: North East

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