Braevall Wood

Downs, Moorland in Nairnshire

Scotland

Braevall Wood

Old Military road near Rereach
Old Military road near Rereach Credit: Douglas Nelson

Braevall Wood is a scenic and expansive woodland located in Nairnshire, a county in the Highland region of Scotland. Situated in the Downs and Moorland area, the wood covers a vast area and is surrounded by rolling hills and open moorlands.

The wood is predominantly composed of native Scottish tree species, including oak, birch, and pine. These trees create a dense canopy that provides shade and shelter for various flora and fauna. Walking through Braevall Wood, visitors can expect to encounter a rich diversity of plant life, including ferns, mosses, and wildflowers, which thrive in the damp and fertile soil.

The wood is also home to a variety of wildlife, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts and birdwatchers. Common bird species spotted in the area include woodpeckers, owls, and various songbirds. Mammals such as red deer, badgers, and foxes can also be found roaming the woodland.

There are well-maintained paths and trails that wind through Braevall Wood, allowing visitors to explore the area at their own pace. These paths offer stunning views of the surrounding landscape, with glimpses of the nearby moorland and distant hills.

Braevall Wood is a popular destination for outdoor activities such as hiking, picnicking, and wildlife spotting. Its tranquil and picturesque setting makes it an ideal spot for those seeking a peaceful retreat in nature.

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Braevall Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.487873/-3.9375246 or Grid Reference NH8345. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Old Military road near Rereach
Old Military road near Rereach
Forest track into Cawdor Wood
Forest track into Cawdor Wood
Ruins of Barevan Church
Ruins of Barevan Church
Riereach Burn with Scots Pines The Riereach Burn (Cawdor estate) looking north towards the Moray Firth.
Riereach Burn with Scots Pines
The Riereach Burn (Cawdor estate) looking north towards the Moray Firth.
Old Kirk at Barevan
Old Kirk at Barevan
Track into Cawdor Wood
Track into Cawdor Wood
Foxmoss Wood Cawdor Estate woodlands.
Foxmoss Wood
Cawdor Estate woodlands.
Field near Barevan The landscape here is dominated by pine forests. There are small areas of farmland between the woodlands.
Field near Barevan
The landscape here is dominated by pine forests. There are small areas of farmland between the woodlands.
Minor road, Barevan Road amongst the Cawdor woodlands.
Minor road, Barevan
Road amongst the Cawdor woodlands.
Minor road, Barevan A break in the woodlands.
Minor road, Barevan
A break in the woodlands.
Young trees, Dallaschyle This forest has hosted a World Championship orienteering race and gold for GB - Yvette Baker in 1999.
Young trees, Dallaschyle
This forest has hosted a World Championship orienteering race and gold for GB - Yvette Baker in 1999.
Juniper scrub, Barevan
Juniper scrub, Barevan
Ford over the Riereach Burn
Ford over the Riereach Burn
Clunas Reservoir Landrover track at this point is extremely steep and badly scoured, with numerous rocks exposed – making it very hard going on a bike.
Clunas Reservoir
Landrover track at this point is extremely steep and badly scoured, with numerous rocks exposed – making it very hard going on a bike.
Unnamed Lochan
Unnamed Lochan
Ruin West of the Riereach Burn
Ruin West of the Riereach Burn
Minor road North of  Drummournie This road is also part of Route 1, the Sustran National Cycle Network Aberdeen to Inverness
Minor road North of Drummournie
This road is also part of Route 1, the Sustran National Cycle Network Aberdeen to Inverness
Road junction near Easter Barevan Looking north-westward from the Kirton of Barevan road.
Road junction near Easter Barevan
Looking north-westward from the Kirton of Barevan road.
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Braevall Wood is located at Grid Ref: NH8345 (Lat: 57.487873, Lng: -3.9375246)

Unitary Authority: Highland

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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