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Birkie Cleuch

Valley in Dumfriesshire

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Birkie Cleuch

Moffat Water The upper reaches of Moffat Dale in the heather season.
Moffat Water Credit: Richard Webb

Birkie Cleuch is a picturesque valley located in Dumfriesshire, Scotland. Situated in the southern part of the country, this valley is renowned for its stunning natural beauty and tranquil atmosphere. The name "Birkie Cleuch" is derived from the Scots language, with "birkie" meaning birch tree and "cleuch" referring to a narrow, steep-sided valley.

Nestled amidst rolling hills and lush green fields, Birkie Cleuch offers breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. The valley is characterized by its rugged terrain, with steep slopes and craggy outcrops adding to its charm. A clear stream meanders through the valley, enhancing the idyllic setting.

The area is rich in biodiversity, with a diverse range of flora and fauna calling Birkie Cleuch home. The valley is known for its vibrant wildflower displays in the warmer months, with colorful blooms dotting the landscape. It is also a haven for birdwatchers, as a variety of bird species can be spotted soaring above or nesting in the trees.

Birkie Cleuch is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers. The valley offers numerous walking and hiking trails, allowing visitors to explore its natural wonders at their own pace. The trails range in difficulty, catering to both beginners and experienced hikers. Additionally, the valley is a great spot for picnics, providing the perfect opportunity to relax and soak in the peaceful surroundings.

Overall, Birkie Cleuch is a hidden gem in Dumfriesshire, offering a tranquil escape into nature. Its stunning scenery, abundant wildlife, and recreational opportunities make it a must-visit destination for those seeking a serene and unforgettable experience in the Scottish countryside.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 55.429477/-3.2576298 or Grid Reference NT2015. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Moffat Water The upper reaches of Moffat Dale in the heather season.
Moffat Water
The upper reaches of Moffat Dale in the heather season.
Strang Cleuch One of several steep burns and ravines flowing into the depths of Moffat Dale.
Strang Cleuch
One of several steep burns and ravines flowing into the depths of Moffat Dale.
A winding road in Moffat Dale This is the narrowest part in the Selkirk to Moffat Valley where the A708 winds its way up from the Grey Mare’s Tail car park to Birkhill. Motorists need to be on the alert for sheep wandering on the road.
A winding road in Moffat Dale
This is the narrowest part in the Selkirk to Moffat Valley where the A708 winds its way up from the Grey Mare’s Tail car park to Birkhill. Motorists need to be on the alert for sheep wandering on the road.
Rough grazing on the west side of Dob’s Linn These hills in the Selkirk to Moffat Valley are grazed by sheep. Paper Hill is in the central distance with the whitewashed buildings at Birkhill on the far right. It was a pleasant afternoon to be out while waiting to see if any RAF low flying aircraft would pass by. My only success was three single Tucano training aircraft from this position. This was the first aircraft <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5019110">NT1915 : An RAF Tucano in the Moffat Valley</a>.
Rough grazing on the west side of Dob’s Linn
These hills in the Selkirk to Moffat Valley are grazed by sheep. Paper Hill is in the central distance with the whitewashed buildings at Birkhill on the far right. It was a pleasant afternoon to be out while waiting to see if any RAF low flying aircraft would pass by. My only success was three single Tucano training aircraft from this position. This was the first aircraft NT1915 : An RAF Tucano in the Moffat Valley.
An RAF Tucano in the Moffat Valley The Turboprop Tucano is a 2-seat aircraft used by the RAF for training student fast-jet pilots. This was my position on the hill on the west side of Dob’s Lin near Birkhill <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5019104">NT1915 : Rough grazing on the west side of Dob’s Linn</a>.
An RAF Tucano in the Moffat Valley
The Turboprop Tucano is a 2-seat aircraft used by the RAF for training student fast-jet pilots. This was my position on the hill on the west side of Dob’s Lin near Birkhill NT1915 : Rough grazing on the west side of Dob’s Linn.
A special tail Hercules in the Moffat Valley 47 Squadron of the RAF has celebrated its centenary with a special tail C-130 Hercules painted in 100th anniversary colours. This was viewed from Trowgrain Middle.
A special tail Hercules in the Moffat Valley
47 Squadron of the RAF has celebrated its centenary with a special tail C-130 Hercules painted in 100th anniversary colours. This was viewed from Trowgrain Middle.
A special tail Hercules in the Moffat Valley A Hercules C-130 from RAF Brize Norton has been painted to commemorate 50 years in service of the Hercules aircraft. This was viewed from Trowgrain Middle.
A special tail Hercules in the Moffat Valley
A Hercules C-130 from RAF Brize Norton has been painted to commemorate 50 years in service of the Hercules aircraft. This was viewed from Trowgrain Middle.
A sheepfold in the Moffat Valley The sheepfold is on the northwest side of the A708 near Dob’s Linn.
A sheepfold in the Moffat Valley
The sheepfold is on the northwest side of the A708 near Dob’s Linn.
Sheep on the A708
Sheep on the A708
A708 in the Moffat Valley
A708 in the Moffat Valley
Dob's Linn Classic geological type locality, which marks the internationally agreed boundary between the Ordovician and Silurian periods. This was first recognized by Charles Lapworth who studied the fossil graptolites found in the Birkhill Shales here in the 1870s.
Dob's Linn
Classic geological type locality, which marks the internationally agreed boundary between the Ordovician and Silurian periods. This was first recognized by Charles Lapworth who studied the fossil graptolites found in the Birkhill Shales here in the 1870s.
Strang Cleuch Strang Cleuch contains an unnamed burn which is a tributary of the Moffat Water. The burn flows down the steep hillside from the col between Mid Rig and Andrewhinney Hill.
Strang Cleuch
Strang Cleuch contains an unnamed burn which is a tributary of the Moffat Water. The burn flows down the steep hillside from the col between Mid Rig and Andrewhinney Hill.
Dob's Linn A tributary of the Moffat Water flowing through a steep valley.
Dob's Linn
A tributary of the Moffat Water flowing through a steep valley.
Looking towards Dob's Linn There is a sheepfold at the mouth of the valley.
Looking towards Dob's Linn
There is a sheepfold at the mouth of the valley.
Dob's Linn A small steep valley just north of the A708 road between Moffat and Selkirk
Dob's Linn
A small steep valley just north of the A708 road between Moffat and Selkirk
A farmer's sign by the A708 at Birkhill This is a request for motorists to slow down at this stretch of road during the lambing season.
A farmer's sign by the A708 at Birkhill
This is a request for motorists to slow down at this stretch of road during the lambing season.
Birkhill cottage Over 1000ft
Birkhill cottage
Over 1000ft
The A708 at Birkhill The geologist Charles Lapworth stayed at various times between 1872 and 1877 at Birkhill Cottage centre right. A snow-capped Paper Hill is in the background.
The A708 at Birkhill
The geologist Charles Lapworth stayed at various times between 1872 and 1877 at Birkhill Cottage centre right. A snow-capped Paper Hill is in the background.
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Birkie Cleuch is located at Grid Ref: NT2015 (Lat: 55.429477, Lng: -3.2576298)

Unitary Authority: Dumfries and Galloway

Police Authority: Dumfries and Galloway

What 3 Words

///unable.spiking.whimpered. Near Ettrick, Scottish Borders

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Birkhill Birkie Cleuch Trowgrain Middle

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