Black Cleuch

Valley in Selkirkshire

Scotland

Black Cleuch

Signposted route to Peebles, Bught Rig Signposts send you up a boggy ride (still wet in the driest of Summers). The going is easier once you get here.
Signposted route to Peebles, Bught Rig Credit: Richard Webb

Black Cleuch is a picturesque valley located in the region of Selkirkshire, Scotland. Nestled amidst the rolling hills and lush greenery, the valley stretches over several miles, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and hikers alike.

The valley is characterized by its stunning natural beauty, with the meandering Black Cleuch Burn running through it. The burn is known for its crystal-clear waters, which flow gently over the rocks, creating a soothing and tranquil atmosphere. The surrounding landscape is dominated by heather-covered moorland, interspersed with patches of dense woodland.

The valley is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna. The heathland supports a variety of plant species, including heather, gorse, and bilberry. The woodlands are inhabited by birds such as woodpeckers, tits, and thrushes, while the burn attracts small mammals like otters and water voles.

Black Cleuch is a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts. There are numerous hiking trails that wind through the valley, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside. The valley also provides ample opportunities for birdwatching, fishing, and picnicking.

The tranquil and idyllic atmosphere of Black Cleuch attracts visitors throughout the year. Whether it's the vibrant colors of heather in the summer or the serenity of snow-covered hills in the winter, Black Cleuch never fails to captivate its visitors with its natural charm and beauty.

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Black Cleuch Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.555523/-3.1755543 or Grid Reference NT2529. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Signposted route to Peebles, Bught Rig Signposts send you up a boggy ride (still wet in the driest of Summers). The going is easier once you get here.
Signposted route to Peebles, Bught Rig
Signposts send you up a boggy ride (still wet in the driest of Summers). The going is easier once you get here.
Douglas Burn
Douglas Burn
Foot of Peat Law Near Muttonhall.
Foot of Peat Law
Near Muttonhall.
Road up Black Cleuch Recently upgraded.
Road up Black Cleuch
Recently upgraded.
Douglas Burn
Douglas Burn
L' Adret. - Peat Law A sunbaked south facing slope with a very southern French feel during a warm spell and dry Summer. Adret is opposite of Ubac, the shady north facing slopes that are oh so popular on a hot day.

There has been some felling here recently.
L' Adret. - Peat Law
A sunbaked south facing slope with a very southern French feel during a warm spell and dry Summer. Adret is opposite of Ubac, the shady north facing slopes that are oh so popular on a hot day. There has been some felling here recently.
Road to Muttonhall
Road to Muttonhall
Road, Blackhouse Forest Upstream from Muttonhall. The surface lasts to a quarry and then the track becomes grassy.
Road, Blackhouse Forest
Upstream from Muttonhall. The surface lasts to a quarry and then the track becomes grassy.
Sheep pens, Muttonhall A relic of a previous land use - it's forestry now.
Sheep pens, Muttonhall
A relic of a previous land use - it's forestry now.
Pond on the Douglas Burn Upstream of Muttonhall
Pond on the Douglas Burn
Upstream of Muttonhall
Quarry, Blackhope Forest The screes above avoided planting.
Quarry, Blackhope Forest
The screes above avoided planting.
Road, Blackhope Forest
Road, Blackhope Forest
Road, Blackhope Forest
Road, Blackhope Forest
Plantation, Jeffry Rig
Plantation, Jeffry Rig
Whitegrain Rig Between two headwaters of the Douglas Burn.
Whitegrain Rig
Between two headwaters of the Douglas Burn.
View up Long Grain A very North American feel here. There is a road but it is well grassed over.
View up Long Grain
A very North American feel here. There is a road but it is well grassed over.
Upgraded road, Brakehope Burn There has been some timber extraction further up the road.
Upgraded road, Brakehope Burn
There has been some timber extraction further up the road.
Douglas Burn to The Glen path An old route but utterly horrible within the forest. Ruts to start with then deep bog.
Douglas Burn to The Glen path
An old route but utterly horrible within the forest. Ruts to start with then deep bog.
Show me another place!

Black Cleuch is located at Grid Ref: NT2529 (Lat: 55.555523, Lng: -3.1755543)

Unitary Authority: The Scottish Borders

Police Authority: The Lothians and Scottish Borders

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