Bellcraig Bridge

Downs, Moorland in Ayrshire

Scotland

Bellcraig Bridge

Wardrop Street, Beith The road is the B777, here looking east from close to its junction with the A737.
The building on the right is currently in use for parade nights by the Garnock Valley detachment of the West Lowland Battalion, Army Cadets Force. — Wardrop Street, Beith Credit: Richard Dorrell

Bellcraig Bridge is a picturesque stone bridge located in Ayrshire, Scotland. Situated in a rural area known for its downs and moorland, the bridge spans over a small river, providing a vital connection for both pedestrians and vehicles.

Constructed in the 19th century, Bellcraig Bridge is characterized by its sturdy stone construction, which has stood the test of time and remains an important transportation artery in the region. The bridge features a single arch design, allowing for a smooth flow of water beneath it, even during times of heavy rainfall.

The bridge is surrounded by breathtaking natural beauty, with rolling downs and expansive moorland stretching out in all directions. The landscape is dotted with greenery, including shrubs and tall grass, which adds to the bridge's charm and tranquility. The bridge itself is often adorned with flowers and plants, further enhancing its aesthetic appeal.

Bellcraig Bridge serves as a vital link for the local community, connecting nearby villages and towns. It provides a safe passage for pedestrians and vehicles alike, facilitating the transportation of goods and services. Additionally, the bridge is a popular spot for leisurely walks and photography enthusiasts, who are drawn to its rustic charm and the surrounding natural scenery.

In conclusion, Bellcraig Bridge is a historic stone bridge situated in the downs and moorland of Ayrshire, Scotland. Its sturdy construction, beautiful surroundings, and vital role in transportation make it a significant landmark in the region.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 55.734271/-4.6154339 or Grid Reference NS3552. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Wardrop Street, Beith The road is the B777, here looking east from close to its junction with the A737.
The building on the right is currently in use for parade nights by the Garnock Valley detachment of the West Lowland Battalion, Army Cadets Force.

Wardrop Street, Beith

The road is the B777, here looking east from close to its junction with the A737. The building on the right is currently in use for parade nights by the Garnock Valley detachment of the West Lowland Battalion, Army Cadets Force.

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Head Street, Beith Viewed across the A737 from Wardrop Street.
Head Street was temporarily closed to traffic on this day for resurfacing.

Head Street, Beith

Viewed across the A737 from Wardrop Street. Head Street was temporarily closed to traffic on this day for resurfacing.

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Gateside Primary School A North Ayrshire Council primary school with a total capacity of 105 children aged 3 to 11, though the current roll is only 40 in P1 to P7 and a further 13 in the Early Years class.

Gateside Primary School

A North Ayrshire Council primary school with a total capacity of 105 children aged 3 to 11, though the current roll is only 40 in P1 to P7 and a further 13 in the Early Years class.

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Cottages in Gateside Roughly centrally in this image is a wall-mounted post box, which may suggest that the florally-decorated cottage it is attached to was at one time the village post office.

Cottages in Gateside

Roughly centrally in this image is a wall-mounted post box, which may suggest that the florally-decorated cottage it is attached to was at one time the village post office.

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Playing field, Gateside Located immediately adjacent to the village primary school.

Playing field, Gateside

Located immediately adjacent to the village primary school.

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The Gateside Inn Popular pub and restaurant in Gateside village.

The Gateside Inn

Popular pub and restaurant in Gateside village.

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Village hall, Gateside Built 1897 (dated) in memory of Isobel Ralston Patrick. Isobel lived with her family at nearby Trearne House (now demolished), and died, possibly of tuberculosis, aged just 19. The hall has a plaque above the entrance giving her dates of birth and death.
(See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6936998">NS3653 : Memorial plaque, Gateside village hall</a>).

Village hall, Gateside

Built 1897 (dated) in memory of Isobel Ralston Patrick. Isobel lived with her family at nearby Trearne House (now demolished), and died, possibly of tuberculosis, aged just 19. The hall has a plaque above the entrance giving her dates of birth and death. (See NS3653 : Memorial plaque, Gateside village hall).

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Village hall, Gateside Built 1897 (dated) in memory of Isobel Ralston Patrick. Category C listed.
Isobel lived with her family at nearby Trearne House (now demolished), and died, possibly of tuberculosis, aged just 19. The hall has a plaque above the entrance giving her dates of birth and death.
(See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6936998">NS3653 : Memorial plaque, Gateside village hall</a>).

Village hall, Gateside

Built 1897 (dated) in memory of Isobel Ralston Patrick. Category C listed. Isobel lived with her family at nearby Trearne House (now demolished), and died, possibly of tuberculosis, aged just 19. The hall has a plaque above the entrance giving her dates of birth and death. (See NS3653 : Memorial plaque, Gateside village hall).

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Memorial plaque, Gateside village hall The hall was built in memory of Isobel Ralston Patrick.
This plaque, above the entrance, gives the dates of her birth and death.
(Wider views of the hall: <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6936996">NS3653 : Village hall, Gateside</a>, <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6936994">NS3653 : Village hall, Gateside</a>).

Memorial plaque, Gateside village hall

The hall was built in memory of Isobel Ralston Patrick. This plaque, above the entrance, gives the dates of her birth and death. (Wider views of the hall: NS3653 : Village hall, Gateside, NS3653 : Village hall, Gateside).

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Could be a long wait... A very large herd of dairy cattle were ambling slowly from one part of Broadstone Farm to another, blocking the local road for quite a while.

Could be a long wait...

A very large herd of dairy cattle were ambling slowly from one part of Broadstone Farm to another, blocking the local road for quite a while.

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Dismantled railway Looking more like a vegetation-choked river bed, this is in fact vestiges of a cutting used by a long-dismantled railway, as viewed, looking west, from an existing bridge in Balgray Road, Barrmill.

Dismantled railway

Looking more like a vegetation-choked river bed, this is in fact vestiges of a cutting used by a long-dismantled railway, as viewed, looking west, from an existing bridge in Balgray Road, Barrmill.

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Railway bridge, Balgray Road The railway that once ran beneath this bridge has long-since been dismantled.
See: <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6939875">NS3651 : Dismantled railway</a>.

Railway bridge, Balgray Road

The railway that once ran beneath this bridge has long-since been dismantled. See: NS3651 : Dismantled railway.

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Millbarr Grove, Barrmill A modern housing development with a street name that someone must have thought was a good idea.

Millbarr Grove, Barrmill

A modern housing development with a street name that someone must have thought was a good idea.

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Fast food outlet, Barrmill Occupying a building clearly dated 1900, and presumably at one time the village shop and (probably) post office, the premises is now named &#039;Nosh&#039;, and specialises in take-away hot and cold food and drinks.

Fast food outlet, Barrmill

Occupying a building clearly dated 1900, and presumably at one time the village shop and (probably) post office, the premises is now named 'Nosh', and specialises in take-away hot and cold food and drinks.

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Barrmill Community Centre The timber building is the busy Community Centre. To the right is the entrance to Barrmill Park and Gardens. The floral display at the entrance is a millennium monument, and bears a plaque stating &#039;Barrmill 2000&#039;. The large rock on the far right caps a time capsule, buried in 2000 by Barrmill&#039;s oldest residents, and due to be opened in 2050. There is a further time capsule just inside the garden entrance, buried to commemorate the London Olympics in 2012.

Barrmill Community Centre

The timber building is the busy Community Centre. To the right is the entrance to Barrmill Park and Gardens. The floral display at the entrance is a millennium monument, and bears a plaque stating 'Barrmill 2000'. The large rock on the far right caps a time capsule, buried in 2000 by Barrmill's oldest residents, and due to be opened in 2050. There is a further time capsule just inside the garden entrance, buried to commemorate the London Olympics in 2012.

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Barrmill Park and Gardens, entrance Looking out from just inside the entrance. The gardens are very well maintained. The small shiny plaque on the cairn in the foreground states, &#039;Barrmill Olympic Flame Cairn and Time Capsule 2021&#039;. There is a further time capsule, dated 2000, buried under a large rock just outside the entrance.

Barrmill Park and Gardens, entrance

Looking out from just inside the entrance. The gardens are very well maintained. The small shiny plaque on the cairn in the foreground states, 'Barrmill Olympic Flame Cairn and Time Capsule 2021'. There is a further time capsule, dated 2000, buried under a large rock just outside the entrance.

Richard Dorrell

Within Barrmill Gardens I visited on a peaceful rainy morning in August. This path-side sign reads: &#039;Those who don&#039;t believe in magic will never find it&#039;. I have to admit - the place felt magical to me. All along the path, pixies, fairies and animals wait among the plants to be discovered by visitors.

See also: <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6939906">NS3651 : Path within Barrmill Gardens</a>.

Barmill Park and Gardens occupy an area grassy hillside and woodland immediately south of the centre of the small village of Barrmill. The park has been made accessible by a team of regular volunteers and includes a path network, rockery, garden and orchard. The park and garden were created in partnership with the Beechgrove Garden in 2012.

Within Barrmill Gardens

I visited on a peaceful rainy morning in August. This path-side sign reads: 'Those who don't believe in magic will never find it'. I have to admit - the place felt magical to me. All along the path, pixies, fairies and animals wait among the plants to be discovered by visitors. See also: NS3651 : Path within Barrmill Gardens. Barmill Park and Gardens occupy an area grassy hillside and woodland immediately south of the centre of the small village of Barrmill. The park has been made accessible by a team of regular volunteers and includes a path network, rockery, garden and orchard. The park and garden were created in partnership with the Beechgrove Garden in 2012.

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Path within Barrmill Gardens Part of the woodland path network within the well-maintained park and gardens.
See also: <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6939904">NS3651 : Within Barrmill Gardens</a>.

Path within Barrmill Gardens

Part of the woodland path network within the well-maintained park and gardens. See also: NS3651 : Within Barrmill Gardens.

Richard Dorrell

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Bellcraig Bridge is located at Grid Ref: NS3552 (Lat: 55.734271, Lng: -4.6154339)

Unitary Authority: North Ayrshire

Police Authority: Ayrshire

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