Well Meadow

Downs, Moorland in Roxburghshire

Scotland

Well Meadow

Barley field below the Eildon Hills, Melrose A field on The Annay beside the Tweed with Eildon Hill North (L) and Mid Hill (R). The houses are on the eastern fringe of Melrose. — Barley field below the Eildon Hills, Melrose Credit: Jim Barton

Well Meadow is a picturesque area located in Roxburghshire, a historic county in the Scottish Borders region of Scotland. It is known for its stunning natural beauty, comprising of downs and moorland landscapes. The area is characterized by rolling hills, expansive meadows, and open grasslands, making it a haven for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.

The downs in Well Meadow are gentle slopes that offer magnificent panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. These grassy hills provide a perfect setting for leisurely walks, picnics, or simply enjoying the tranquility of the area. The moorland, on the other hand, is a vast expanse of open land covered in heather and other low-lying vegetation. It is a habitat for several bird species, including grouse and curlew, and provides a unique opportunity for birdwatching and wildlife spotting.

Well Meadow is also home to a variety of plant species, adding to its natural diversity. Wildflowers such as bluebells and primroses adorn the meadows during the spring and summer months, creating a colorful and vibrant landscape.

In addition to its natural beauty, Well Meadow offers several recreational activities for visitors. Hiking and cycling trails crisscross the area, allowing visitors to explore the stunning surroundings at their own pace. The downs and moorland are also popular spots for horseback riding, providing a unique way to experience the landscape.

Overall, Well Meadow in Roxburghshire is a haven for those seeking to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and immerse themselves in the serene beauty of nature.

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Well Meadow Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.601168/-2.6860719 or Grid Reference NT5634. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Barley field below the Eildon Hills, Melrose A field on The Annay beside the Tweed with Eildon Hill North (L) and Mid Hill (R). The houses are on the eastern fringe of Melrose.

Barley field below the Eildon Hills, Melrose

A field on The Annay beside the Tweed with Eildon Hill North (L) and Mid Hill (R). The houses are on the eastern fringe of Melrose.

The Tweed east of Melrose The Tweed seen from an elevated stile on the riverside path to Newstead.

The Tweed east of Melrose

The Tweed seen from an elevated stile on the riverside path to Newstead.

Yesterday's rain, River Tweed Very heavy showers yesterday have increased the flow and coloured the water with suspended mud, here in a narrowing of the river near Newstead.

Yesterday's rain, River Tweed

Very heavy showers yesterday have increased the flow and coloured the water with suspended mud, here in a narrowing of the river near Newstead.

Main Street, Newstead A village close to the Trimontium Roman site east of Melrose.

Main Street, Newstead

A village close to the Trimontium Roman site east of Melrose.

Tractor laying a pipe The tractor was reversing around the field, unreeling a hosepipe from a drum held at the front, a skilled piece of driving. Presumably the pipe is for irrigation.

Tractor laying a pipe

The tractor was reversing around the field, unreeling a hosepipe from a drum held at the front, a skilled piece of driving. Presumably the pipe is for irrigation.

Former Waverley Line near Broomhill The line from Melrose to Hawick, somewhere near the junction with the former Berwickshire railway route from the Leaderfoot Viaduct. Now it is simply a slightly overgrown footpath signposted &#039;Old Melrose&#039;, leading to the A68 in a few hundred metres.

Former Waverley Line near Broomhill

The line from Melrose to Hawick, somewhere near the junction with the former Berwickshire railway route from the Leaderfoot Viaduct. Now it is simply a slightly overgrown footpath signposted 'Old Melrose', leading to the A68 in a few hundred metres.

Former Waverley Line near Broomhill (2) The line a little further along; from here the next station was Newtown St Boswells. See also Walter Baxter&#039;s photograph <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/588559">NT5733 : Dismantled railway line</a> taken in 2007.

Former Waverley Line near Broomhill (2)

The line a little further along; from here the next station was Newtown St Boswells. See also Walter Baxter's photograph NT5733 : Dismantled railway line taken in 2007.

Former Waverley Line and A68 road Here the A68 cuts across the former railway route to Hawick and Carlisle. Across the road is the entrance to Old Melrose and the tearoom at the former Ravenswood dairy.

Former Waverley Line and A68 road

Here the A68 cuts across the former railway route to Hawick and Carlisle. Across the road is the entrance to Old Melrose and the tearoom at the former Ravenswood dairy.

Monks Trail, Old Melrose The name recalls the monastery established here in the 7th century, where St Cuthbert became the Prior before travelling to Lindisfarne. The path keeps above the River Tweed on its west bank before returning to the tearoom by a field edge path.

Monks Trail, Old Melrose

The name recalls the monastery established here in the 7th century, where St Cuthbert became the Prior before travelling to Lindisfarne. The path keeps above the River Tweed on its west bank before returning to the tearoom by a field edge path.

Path in felled woodland, Old Melrose The notice informs that the area is to be replanted and new paths and ponds with views to the Tweed will be constructed.

Path in felled woodland, Old Melrose

The notice informs that the area is to be replanted and new paths and ponds with views to the Tweed will be constructed.

Path by plantation edge, Old Melrose The Monks Trail in the Ravenswood Estate.

Path by plantation edge, Old Melrose

The Monks Trail in the Ravenswood Estate.

Path to Eildon village A gate near the A68 for a path signposted to Eildon; it follows a field edge towards a mobile phone mast, then to Eildon Mains farm.

Path to Eildon village

A gate near the A68 for a path signposted to Eildon; it follows a field edge towards a mobile phone mast, then to Eildon Mains farm.

Sheep near Eildon In the background is the steep-sided Eildon Hill North.

Sheep near Eildon

In the background is the steep-sided Eildon Hill North.

Phone mast near Eildon In farmland west of the A68.

Phone mast near Eildon

In farmland west of the A68.

Sheep and Black Hill Sheep grazing in a pasture near Eildon with Black Hill (314m) beyond. Like the nearby Eildon Hills, this is of volcanic origin.

Sheep and Black Hill

Sheep grazing in a pasture near Eildon with Black Hill (314m) beyond. Like the nearby Eildon Hills, this is of volcanic origin.

Path to Eildon village - just! A heavily overgrown stretch of path near Eildon. Overhanging nettles and brambles would make this a severe test for anyone misguided enough to be wearing shorts.

Path to Eildon village - just!

A heavily overgrown stretch of path near Eildon. Overhanging nettles and brambles would make this a severe test for anyone misguided enough to be wearing shorts.

Track to Eildon Mains The track meets the old road near Eildon village.

Track to Eildon Mains

The track meets the old road near Eildon village.

Main Street, Newstead A bus is having difficulty negotiating the narrow road!

Main Street, Newstead

A bus is having difficulty negotiating the narrow road!

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Well Meadow is located at Grid Ref: NT5634 (Lat: 55.601168, Lng: -2.6860719)

Unitary Authority: The Scottish Borders

Police Authority: The Lothians and Scottish Borders

What 3 Words

///raven.bonus.stilted. Near Melrose, Scottish Borders

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Located within 500m of 55.601168,-2.6860719

Bus Stop

Rushbank

Bench: no

Bus: yes

Departures Board: no

Lit: no

Local Ref: nr

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Naptan Indicator: nr

Naptan Landmark: Rushbank

Naptan NaptanCode: 72723826

Naptan Street: Main Street

Naptan Verified: yes

Public Transport: platform

Ref: 6900670

Shelter: no

Source: local knowledge;survey;NaPTAN

Lat/Long: 55.5997442/-2.692157

Bus Stop

Rushbank

Bench: yes

Bus: yes

Departures Board: yes

Lit: no

Local Ref: opp

Naptan AtcoCode: 6900671

Naptan Bearing: W

Naptan CommonName: Rushbank

Naptan Indicator: opp

Naptan Landmark: Rushbank

Naptan NaptanCode: 72723825

Naptan Street: Main Street

Naptan Verified: yes

Public Transport: platform

Ref: 6900671

Shelter: yes

Source: local knowledge;survey;NaPTAN

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Noexit: yes

Lat/Long: 55.6000538/-2.6926501

Bus: yes

Bus Bay: left

Public Transport: stop_position

Lat/Long: 55.5997068/-2.691965

Newstead

Historic Railway: station

Operator: North British Railway

Railway: site

Lat/Long: 55.5988309/-2.6910829

Generator Method: photovoltaic

Generator Output Electricity: yes

Generator Source: solar

Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel

Power: generator

Lat/Long: 55.6000961/-2.6917389

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 55.6010057/-2.6928206

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 55.6013752/-2.6936096

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 55.6036678/-2.6798292

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 55.6031732/-2.6799794

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 55.6026585/-2.6792057

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 55.6022717/-2.6785974

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 55.6022272/-2.6783938

The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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