Bartrostan Moss

Downs, Moorland in Wigtownshire

Scotland

Bartrostan Moss

Road sign at Barvennan Junction
Road sign at Barvennan Junction Credit: Mark McKie

Bartrostan Moss is a scenic and relatively untouched area located in Wigtownshire, a historic county in the southwest of Scotland. Situated in the picturesque region known as Downs, Moorland, this natural expanse offers a unique blend of low-lying grasslands and peat bogs, creating a diverse and fascinating landscape.

Covering an area of approximately 100 acres, Bartrostan Moss is characterized by its wet and boggy terrain, with an assortment of shallow pools and small streams meandering through the area. The moss is predominantly covered with a variety of mosses and grasses, creating a vibrant green carpet that stretches as far as the eye can see.

The flora and fauna found in Bartrostan Moss are exceptionally diverse, with several species of rare plants and animals calling this area home. The moss provides a perfect habitat for a range of bird species, including curlews, lapwings, and snipes, making it a popular spot for birdwatching enthusiasts.

The tranquil and untouched nature of Bartrostan Moss makes it an ideal location for those seeking solitude and a connection with nature. Visitors can explore the area via a network of walking trails that wind through the moss, providing breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside.

Bartrostan Moss is a precious natural treasure, and efforts are being made to preserve its unique ecosystem. The area is protected under national conservation legislation, ensuring that its natural beauty and biodiversity will be safeguarded for future generations to enjoy.

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Bartrostan Moss Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.900401/-4.5257573 or Grid Reference NX3859. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Road sign at Barvennan Junction
Road sign at Barvennan Junction
Cottage just past Barvennan Farm
Cottage just past Barvennan Farm
Barvennan Moss The green hill is Bar Fauld. The conifers in the distance are on the High Moor of Killiemore, near the abandoned crofting community of Killiemore.
Barvennan Moss
The green hill is Bar Fauld. The conifers in the distance are on the High Moor of Killiemore, near the abandoned crofting community of Killiemore.
Rough pasture near Barvennan Looking to the Galloway Hills in the far distance. The round green hill in the middle distance is called Auld Hill.
Rough pasture near Barvennan
Looking to the Galloway Hills in the far distance. The round green hill in the middle distance is called Auld Hill.
Barvennan Cottage View of this cottage on an unnamed road between the A714 and the B733.
Barvennan Cottage
View of this cottage on an unnamed road between the A714 and the B733.
Barvennan View along this unnamed road towards the farm.
Barvennan
View along this unnamed road towards the farm.
Barvennan Cottage This track leads from the side of the cottage to Wood Fell.
Barvennan Cottage
This track leads from the side of the cottage to Wood Fell.
Barvennan Moss View of this road junction.
Barvennan Moss
View of this road junction.
Barvennan Moss View of this small country road which leads eventually to the A75 Stranraer to Dumfries road.
Barvennan Moss
View of this small country road which leads eventually to the A75 Stranraer to Dumfries road.
Barvennan Farm View of the access road to this farm.
Barvennan Farm
View of the access road to this farm.
Viewhills Barvennan View over farm land towards Benna Hill left of picture. The sign says Viewhills Barvennan which is a neighbouring farm to Barvennan Farm.
Viewhills Barvennan
View over farm land towards Benna Hill left of picture. The sign says Viewhills Barvennan which is a neighbouring farm to Barvennan Farm.
Barvennan Moss This track marked on OS Mapping runs over Barvennan Moss to Bar Fauld and Barraer Fell right of picture on the horizon. The edge of High Moor of Killiemore is left of picture on the horizon. This shot pretty well captures all the features of this grid square which is mostly marshland and forest.
Barvennan Moss
This track marked on OS Mapping runs over Barvennan Moss to Bar Fauld and Barraer Fell right of picture on the horizon. The edge of High Moor of Killiemore is left of picture on the horizon. This shot pretty well captures all the features of this grid square which is mostly marshland and forest.
Barvennan Wood View past the wood along this road which runs down to the B733. About 250 yards of this road are in the grid. Essential to have good map reading skills or GPS when working with such short distances.
Barvennan Wood
View past the wood along this road which runs down to the B733. About 250 yards of this road are in the grid. Essential to have good map reading skills or GPS when working with such short distances.
Bartrostan View south towards Bartrostan Farm.
Bartrostan
View south towards Bartrostan Farm.
Bartrostan View north towards Barvennan Wood.
Bartrostan
View north towards Barvennan Wood.
Bartrostan View east towards Little Molland.
Bartrostan
View east towards Little Molland.
Bartrostan View south across open farmland towards Bartrostan Farm and Molland Hill left of picture.
Bartrostan
View south across open farmland towards Bartrostan Farm and Molland Hill left of picture.
Bartrostan View west across to Knockcuddie left of picture.
Bartrostan
View west across to Knockcuddie left of picture.
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Bartrostan Moss is located at Grid Ref: NX3859 (Lat: 54.900401, Lng: -4.5257573)

Unitary Authority: Dumfries and Galloway

Police Authority: Dumfries and Galloway

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