Birnie Cleuch

Valley in Selkirkshire

Scotland

Birnie Cleuch

Western slopes of Scawd Law Looking down to the Walker Burn and over to Priesthope Hill (right) and Kirnie Law (left). — Western slopes of Scawd Law Credit: Gordon Brown

Birnie Cleuch is a picturesque valley located in Selkirkshire, Scotland. Nestled amidst rolling hills and lush greenery, this valley is a natural haven for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers. The cleuch, a Scottish term for a steep-sided valley, is formed by the Birnie Water, a small river that meanders through the landscape.

The valley offers breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside, with its unspoiled beauty and tranquility. The Birnie Cleuch is known for its diverse wildlife, including various bird species, mammals, and a rich plant life. Visitors can spot red deer, foxes, and even elusive otters along the riverbank.

The valley's charm lies in its untouched landscape and the sense of isolation it provides. It is a popular destination for hikers, offering numerous trails that wind through the valley, providing opportunities to explore its natural wonders. The trails lead to hidden waterfalls, ancient ruins, and panoramic viewpoints, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the serenity of the Scottish countryside.

Birnie Cleuch is also steeped in history, with archaeological remains dating back to prehistoric times. The valley was once inhabited by early settlers, and remnants of their dwellings can still be seen today. The ancient stone circles and burial sites are a testament to the rich cultural heritage of the area.

Overall, Birnie Cleuch is a captivating valley that showcases the beauty of the Scottish landscape. It offers a perfect escape for those seeking solitude, adventure, and a connection with nature. Whether one is a keen hiker, a wildlife enthusiast, or a history buff, this valley has something to offer for everyone.

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Birnie Cleuch Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.658233/-2.9812853 or Grid Reference NT3840. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Western slopes of Scawd Law Looking down to the Walker Burn and over to Priesthope Hill (right) and Kirnie Law (left).

Western slopes of Scawd Law

Looking down to the Walker Burn and over to Priesthope Hill (right) and Kirnie Law (left).

Fence on Scawd Law south ridge Cairn Hill is the summit in the distance with tree planting on each side.

Fence on Scawd Law south ridge

Cairn Hill is the summit in the distance with tree planting on each side.

Gate Hope Steep sided glen to the south of Windlestraw Law. The road serves Caberstongrains and Seathope as well as the surrounding hills.

Gate Hope

Steep sided glen to the south of Windlestraw Law. The road serves Caberstongrains and Seathope as well as the surrounding hills.

Gate Hope Steep sided glen to the south of Windlestraw Law. The road serves Caberstongrains (in the view) and Seathope as well as the surrounding hills.

Gate Hope

Steep sided glen to the south of Windlestraw Law. The road serves Caberstongrains (in the view) and Seathope as well as the surrounding hills.

Caberston One of the two glens which form Early Hope and Gate Hope. It contains a collection of small woods with steep grassy slopes falling from Windlestraw Law.

Caberston

One of the two glens which form Early Hope and Gate Hope. It contains a collection of small woods with steep grassy slopes falling from Windlestraw Law.

Seat Hope A steep sided glen under Windlestraw Law.

Seat Hope

A steep sided glen under Windlestraw Law.

Corgae Sike A steep sided hollow under Seathope Law.

Corgae Sike

A steep sided hollow under Seathope Law.

Corgae Sike A hollow under Seathope Law. There has been a lot of road building recently in these hills.

Corgae Sike

A hollow under Seathope Law. There has been a lot of road building recently in these hills.

Seat Hope Looking up the steep sided glen past some release pens. Below here the ground is heathery, above is an area of grass, rough high up but of good quality here. The rabbits obviously approve.

Seat Hope

Looking up the steep sided glen past some release pens. Below here the ground is heathery, above is an area of grass, rough high up but of good quality here. The rabbits obviously approve.

Track, Seat Hope A track running along the side of Seathope Rig. It does not go past here except as a faint quad bike track on grass pasture. Seathope Law in the background.

Track, Seat Hope

A track running along the side of Seathope Rig. It does not go past here except as a faint quad bike track on grass pasture. Seathope Law in the background.

Seathope Rig A wet ridge running off Windlestraw Law. View towards Windlestraw Law over the Caberston hollow.

Seathope Rig

A wet ridge running off Windlestraw Law. View towards Windlestraw Law over the Caberston hollow.

Seathope Rig A quad bike track runs up Windlestraw Law.

Seathope Rig

A quad bike track runs up Windlestraw Law.

Seathope Rig A broad ridge running up Windlestraw Law.

Seathope Rig

A broad ridge running up Windlestraw Law.

Seathope Rig Looking down the ridge towards Seathope Law on the other side of Seat Hope.

Seathope Rig

Looking down the ridge towards Seathope Law on the other side of Seat Hope.

Coronation Wood Looking down Black Cleuch Rig towards the once &quot;E&quot; shaped wood. The lower bit of the letter has been felled and replanted.

Coronation Wood

Looking down Black Cleuch Rig towards the once "E" shaped wood. The lower bit of the letter has been felled and replanted.

North ridge, Scawd Law The ridge continues over Plover Knowe towards Windlestraw Law. It is quite dry underfoot.

North ridge, Scawd Law

The ridge continues over Plover Knowe towards Windlestraw Law. It is quite dry underfoot.

Scawd Law The heathery summit. Scawd Law is a very distinctive top with two steep sides south of Windlestraw Law.

Scawd Law

The heathery summit. Scawd Law is a very distinctive top with two steep sides south of Windlestraw Law.

Gathering pens, Seathope The road up Seat Hope runs through a series of gathering pens. There is a decommissioned lorry body beyond, turned into a fodder store. It is always a surprise as to how small 1970s lorries are - explains why I survived cycling on main roads back then?

Gathering pens, Seathope

The road up Seat Hope runs through a series of gathering pens. There is a decommissioned lorry body beyond, turned into a fodder store. It is always a surprise as to how small 1970s lorries are - explains why I survived cycling on main roads back then?

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Birnie Cleuch is located at Grid Ref: NT3840 (Lat: 55.658233, Lng: -2.9812853)

Unitary Authority: The Scottish Borders

Police Authority: The Lothians and Scottish Borders

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