Camp Moor

Downs, Moorland in Berwickshire

Scotland

Camp Moor

B6456 towards Duns
B6456 towards Duns Credit: Steven Brown

Camp Moor is a picturesque area located in Berwickshire, Scotland. Situated in the heart of the countryside, it is known for its stunning downs and moorland landscapes that stretch as far as the eye can see. The moorland is characterized by its vast open spaces, heather-covered hills, and scattered pockets of woodland.

Covering an area of approximately 1,500 acres, Camp Moor offers a rich diversity of flora and fauna. Visitors can expect to encounter a variety of wildlife, including birds such as grouse, curlew, and peregrine falcons, as well as mammals like red deer and mountain hares. The moorland is also home to a range of plant species, with vibrant purple heather dominating the landscape during the summer months.

The area is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts, providing ample opportunities for activities such as walking, hiking, and bird-watching. There are several well-marked trails that traverse the moor, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside. For those interested in history, Camp Moor is steeped in archaeological significance, with ancient settlements and burial sites dating back thousands of years.

Camp Moor is easily accessible, with a network of roads leading to the area. There are also designated parking areas and information boards to guide visitors. It is important to note that the moorland can be unpredictable, with weather conditions changing rapidly, so appropriate clothing and footwear are recommended.

Overall, Camp Moor offers a serene and captivating experience for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts alike, with its expansive downs, moorland vistas, and abundant wildlife.

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Camp Moor Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.757612/-2.4312732 or Grid Reference NT7351. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

B6456 towards Duns
B6456 towards Duns
Wind-felled trees beside the B6456
Wind-felled trees beside the B6456
Farm track near Polwarth
Farm track near Polwarth
B6456 near its junction with the A6105
B6456 near its junction with the A6105
Hedge-lined minor road between Polwarth Mill and Polwarth Looking south-eastward.
Hedge-lined minor road between Polwarth Mill and Polwarth
Looking south-eastward.
Rough pasture and arable fields at Polwarth Mill Looking south-westward.
Rough pasture and arable fields at Polwarth Mill
Looking south-westward.
B6456 The B6456 west of Choicelee.
B6456
The B6456 west of Choicelee.
Bridge Over The Foul Burn The B6456 passes over the Foul Burn.  Dirrington Little Law and Dirrington Great Law can be seen in the background.
Bridge Over The Foul Burn
The B6456 passes over the Foul Burn. Dirrington Little Law and Dirrington Great Law can be seen in the background.
A Scots Pine On Hanged Man's Hill As viewed from the Choicelee to Westruther road.
A Scots Pine On Hanged Man's Hill
As viewed from the Choicelee to Westruther road.
Casting Shadows Scots Pines on Hanged Man's Hill cast shadows across the bleak snowscape.
Casting Shadows
Scots Pines on Hanged Man's Hill cast shadows across the bleak snowscape.
Standing Stone A standing stone near Polwarth Moss with a view to The Kaims.
Standing Stone
A standing stone near Polwarth Moss with a view to The Kaims.
A View To The Kaims A view to The Kaims across Polwarth Moss.
A View To The Kaims
A view to The Kaims across Polwarth Moss.
Woodland edge After a heavy snowfall. The snow was very wet.
Woodland edge
After a heavy snowfall. The snow was very wet.
Woodland, Camp Moor After a period of snow and easterly gales.
Woodland, Camp Moor
After a period of snow and easterly gales.
B6456 After a day and a bit of heavy snowfall.
B6456
After a day and a bit of heavy snowfall.
Moorland track The start of a mapped route over to the Duns - Longformacus Road.
Moorland track
The start of a mapped route over to the Duns - Longformacus Road.
Road junction for Choicelee Choicelee is alongside the A6105.  The name implies it's on good farming land, and indeed I find from old maps that there's been a farm here for at least two hundred years.
Road junction for Choicelee
Choicelee is alongside the A6105. The name implies it's on good farming land, and indeed I find from old maps that there's been a farm here for at least two hundred years.
Minor road from Polwarth Leading northward from Polwarth, joining the B6456 to Westruther near Polwarth Mill.  Comparing with <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/840094">NT7450 : Country Road near Polwarth</a>, the only change in five years seems to be that the white line has worn away a bit!  The tree in my picture has a bit of catching-up to do in the next twelve days to look as verdant as it did on 10th June 2008 - this has been a very late spring: there's still some snow on The Cheviot.
Minor road from Polwarth
Leading northward from Polwarth, joining the B6456 to Westruther near Polwarth Mill. Comparing with NT7450 : Country Road near Polwarth, the only change in five years seems to be that the white line has worn away a bit! The tree in my picture has a bit of catching-up to do in the next twelve days to look as verdant as it did on 10th June 2008 - this has been a very late spring: there's still some snow on The Cheviot.
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Camp Moor is located at Grid Ref: NT7351 (Lat: 55.757612, Lng: -2.4312732)

Unitary Authority: The Scottish Borders

Police Authority: The Lothians and Scottish Borders

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