Bowden Moor

Downs, Moorland in Roxburghshire

Scotland

Bowden Moor

Track,  Wood Burn Farm track descends to the Wood Burn.
Track, Wood Burn Credit: Richard Webb

Bowden Moor is a picturesque area located in Roxburghshire, a historic county in the Scottish Borders region of Scotland. Spanning over vast stretches of downs and moorland, Bowden Moor showcases the captivating beauty of the Scottish countryside.

The moorland landscape of Bowden Moor is characterized by rolling hills covered in heather and grasses, creating a patchwork of colors that change with the seasons. The area is known for its rich biodiversity, with a variety of plant and animal species thriving in this unique ecosystem. Visitors to Bowden Moor can often spot native wildlife such as red grouse, curlews, and black grouse, along with occasional sightings of roe deer and mountain hares.

The moorland provides an excellent opportunity for outdoor enthusiasts to explore the region's natural beauty. There are several walking trails and paths that offer stunning views of the surrounding landscape. The rugged terrain also makes it an ideal location for activities like hillwalking and birdwatching.

Bowden Moor holds historical significance as well, with evidence of ancient settlements and archaeological sites dotting the landscape. These remnants from the past add an intriguing layer of history to the area, making it a fascinating destination for those interested in Scotland's heritage.

Overall, Bowden Moor in Roxburghshire is a captivating and diverse landscape, showcasing the beauty of the Scottish downs and moorland. Whether it's for a leisurely walk, wildlife spotting, or a journey into history, this area offers visitors a memorable and enriching experience.

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Bowden Moor Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.577024/-2.7549002 or Grid Reference NT5231. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Track,  Wood Burn Farm track descends to the Wood Burn.
Track, Wood Burn
Farm track descends to the Wood Burn.
Wood Burn Looking upstream.
Wood Burn
Looking upstream.
Track crossing the Wood Burn Today was the last muddy day for many months.
Track crossing the Wood Burn
Today was the last muddy day for many months.
Minor road through plantations, Dingleton A single-track road west of Dingleton.
Minor road through plantations, Dingleton
A single-track road west of Dingleton.
Eildon Hills from plantations near Dingleton Eildon Hill North (L) and Eildon Mid Hill seen from a minor road west of Dingleton.
Eildon Hills from plantations near Dingleton
Eildon Hill North (L) and Eildon Mid Hill seen from a minor road west of Dingleton.
Eildon Hills from the west Eildon Mid Hill (L), Little Hill (centre) and Wester Hill (R) seen from the single-track road west of Dingleton.
Eildon Hills from the west
Eildon Mid Hill (L), Little Hill (centre) and Wester Hill (R) seen from the single-track road west of Dingleton.
Road junction near Bowdenmoor Reservoir The single-track road meets the B6359 road from Dingleton.
Road junction near Bowdenmoor Reservoir
The single-track road meets the B6359 road from Dingleton.
Belted Galloway cattle, Bowdenmoor Distinctive black and white cattle by the B6359.
Belted Galloway cattle, Bowdenmoor
Distinctive black and white cattle by the B6359.
Bowden Loch This former reservoir is a fishery and it had attracted a number of anglers and walkers on this Sunday afternoon. Eildon Mid Hill dominates the skyline with Little Hill to the right.
Bowden Loch
This former reservoir is a fishery and it had attracted a number of anglers and walkers on this Sunday afternoon. Eildon Mid Hill dominates the skyline with Little Hill to the right.
Fallen trees at Bowden Loch Two Scots pines across the track, aftermath of Storm Arwen's northerly gales in November last year.
Fallen trees at Bowden Loch
Two Scots pines across the track, aftermath of Storm Arwen's northerly gales in November last year.
More fallen trees at Bowden Loch Two more Scots pines near the loch shore, brought down in Storm Arwen in November last year.
More fallen trees at Bowden Loch
Two more Scots pines near the loch shore, brought down in Storm Arwen in November last year.
Fallen trees at east end of Bowden Loch More Scots pines brought down here in Storm Arwen last November. Fortunately there was enough room to squeeze past to the right to gain the open hillside.
Fallen trees at east end of Bowden Loch
More Scots pines brought down here in Storm Arwen last November. Fortunately there was enough room to squeeze past to the right to gain the open hillside.
Road to Cauldshiels Loch
Road to Cauldshiels Loch
Road, Cauldshiels Towards the loch past young trees.
Road, Cauldshiels
Towards the loch past young trees.
Green lane over Whitlaw Passing Cauldshiel Loch.
Green lane over Whitlaw
Passing Cauldshiel Loch.
Road and beeches, Faldonside
Road and beeches, Faldonside
Blown over trees, Dod Plantation Damage from a storm on 26th November 2021.
Blown over trees, Dod Plantation
Damage from a storm on 26th November 2021.
Green lane, Faldonside Moor
Green lane, Faldonside Moor
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Bowden Moor is located at Grid Ref: NT5231 (Lat: 55.577024, Lng: -2.7549002)

Unitary Authority: The Scottish Borders

Police Authority: The Lothians and Scottish Borders

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