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Fair Hope

Valley in Peeblesshire

Scotland

Fair Hope

Track at eastern end of Bowbeat Wind Farm - view to Blackhope Scar
Track at eastern end of Bowbeat Wind Farm - view to Blackhope Scar Credit: Colin Park

Fair Hope is a small village located in the picturesque Peeblesshire Valley, nestled in the Scottish Borders region. It is situated approximately 18 miles south of Peebles and 30 miles south of Edinburgh, making it easily accessible for both locals and tourists alike.

The village is renowned for its stunning natural beauty, with rolling hills, lush green landscapes, and a tranquil atmosphere that is perfect for those seeking a peaceful retreat. The surrounding area offers numerous opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and fishing, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts.

Fair Hope itself is a close-knit community with a population of around 200 residents. The village is characterized by its charming traditional stone-built cottages, which add to its overall quaint and idyllic charm. The residents take great pride in maintaining the village's appearance, resulting in well-kept gardens and tidy streets.

The village boasts a range of amenities, including a local pub, a small convenience store, and a primary school, providing essential services to both residents and visitors. For more extensive shopping and entertainment options, nearby towns such as Peebles and Edinburgh offer a wider selection.

Overall, Fair Hope in Peeblesshire Valley is a hidden gem, offering a serene and picturesque setting for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. With its natural beauty, friendly community, and proximity to larger towns, it is an ideal location for those seeking a peaceful and scenic retreat in the heart of the Scottish countryside.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 55.704317/-3.1271065 or Grid Reference NT2946. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Track at eastern end of Bowbeat Wind Farm - view to Blackhope Scar
Track at eastern end of Bowbeat Wind Farm - view to Blackhope Scar
Logging road, Long Grain A forest road below Bowbeat Hill and within earshot of the wind turbines. The road is showing signs of recent use, there is a big clear fell area nearby.
Logging road, Long Grain
A forest road below Bowbeat Hill and within earshot of the wind turbines. The road is showing signs of recent use, there is a big clear fell area nearby.
Middle Rig A ride through dense woodland is used as an access route to the moorland by a local estate.
Middle Rig
A ride through dense woodland is used as an access route to the moorland by a local estate.
Forest road, Leithen Water This road has been recently upgraded. Much of the forest is ready for felling and a lot of timber will be carried out.
Forest road, Leithen Water
This road has been recently upgraded. Much of the forest is ready for felling and a lot of timber will be carried out.
Forest track, Totto Hill The track gradually gains height on the west-facing slopes above the Leithen Water.
Forest track, Totto Hill
The track gradually gains height on the west-facing slopes above the Leithen Water.
Foxgloves by the track A touch of colour by the forest track around Totto Hill, Leithenwater Forest. Some of the Bowbeat windfarm turbines are on the skyline.
Foxgloves by the track
A touch of colour by the forest track around Totto Hill, Leithenwater Forest. Some of the Bowbeat windfarm turbines are on the skyline.
Forestry patterns, Leithenwater Forest Looking across the Leithen Water valley from Totto Hill to Lamb Law.
Forestry patterns, Leithenwater Forest
Looking across the Leithen Water valley from Totto Hill to Lamb Law.
Bowbeat windfarm from Leithenwater Forest Some of the 24 turbines comprising the 31MW Bowbeat windfarm, which began generating in 2002.
Bowbeat windfarm from Leithenwater Forest
Some of the 24 turbines comprising the 31MW Bowbeat windfarm, which began generating in 2002.
Forest track, Cape Hill In Leithenwater Forest above Craig Hope with some of the Bowbeat turbines on the skyline. The slope below the track has been replanted.
Forest track, Cape Hill
In Leithenwater Forest above Craig Hope with some of the Bowbeat turbines on the skyline. The slope below the track has been replanted.
Murder Cleuch I wonder what event gave rise to this name - an otherwise unremarkable feature in Leithenwater Forest, the burn draining to Craig Hope Burn.
Murder Cleuch
I wonder what event gave rise to this name - an otherwise unremarkable feature in Leithenwater Forest, the burn draining to Craig Hope Burn.
Standing tree, Craig Hope A few trees are left standing in clear felling as part of the 'deadwood' that is beneficial to nutrient cycling and biodiversity in the growing forest. More information can be found in the publication 'Managing Deadwood in Forests and Woodlands', Forestry Commission at <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.forestry.gov.uk/england-managingdeadwood" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.forestry.gov.uk/england-managingdeadwood">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>.
Standing tree, Craig Hope
A few trees are left standing in clear felling as part of the 'deadwood' that is beneficial to nutrient cycling and biodiversity in the growing forest. More information can be found in the publication 'Managing Deadwood in Forests and Woodlands', Forestry Commission at LinkExternal link.
Track at east end of Bowbeat Wind Farm Looking towards the fence and track on Long Edge
Track at east end of Bowbeat Wind Farm
Looking towards the fence and track on Long Edge
Bowbeat Wind Farm Notice board on the approach to the Bowbeat Wind Farm on the approach from Blackhope Scar.
Bowbeat Wind Farm
Notice board on the approach to the Bowbeat Wind Farm on the approach from Blackhope Scar.
Leithenwater Forest track
Leithenwater Forest track
Craig Hope Looking down the track in Leithenwater Forest.
Craig Hope
Looking down the track in Leithenwater Forest.
Eastern end of Bowbeat wind farm This turbine has been brought to a halt by rotating the blade tips, which quickly slows down the rotation. The turbines are controlled remotely via a data link.
Eastern end of Bowbeat wind farm
This turbine has been brought to a halt by rotating the blade tips, which quickly slows down the rotation. The turbines are controlled remotely via a data link.
Notice, Bowbeat wind farm At least access on foot is not prohibited, so a few words of caution are given alongside the map.
Notice, Bowbeat wind farm
At least access on foot is not prohibited, so a few words of caution are given alongside the map.
Road beside the Leithen Water Access road to the Bowbeat wind farm and a logging road for the Leithenwater Forest. Taken just downstream of Craighope.
Road beside the Leithen Water
Access road to the Bowbeat wind farm and a logging road for the Leithenwater Forest. Taken just downstream of Craighope.
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Fair Hope is located at Grid Ref: NT2946 (Lat: 55.704317, Lng: -3.1271065)

Unitary Authority: The Scottish Borders

Police Authority: The Lothians and Scottish Borders

What 3 Words

///colder.coasting.tornado. Near Peebles, Scottish Borders

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