Shearnie Cleugh

Valley in East Lothian

Scotland

Shearnie Cleugh

Atmospheric Hopes Peaceful and atmospheric misty scene at Hopes Reservoir in the Lammermuirs. — Atmospheric Hopes Credit: Adam Ward

Shearnie Cleugh is a picturesque valley located in East Lothian, Scotland. Nestled between rolling hills and surrounded by stunning natural beauty, this tranquil spot offers visitors a peaceful and idyllic escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

The valley is known for its lush green landscapes, dotted with charming farmhouses and grazing sheep. The Shearnie Cleugh Burn, a small river that runs through the valley, adds to the area's charm and provides a soothing soundtrack for visitors to enjoy.

Nature enthusiasts will find themselves in paradise in Shearnie Cleugh, as the valley is home to a variety of wildlife and plant species. Birdwatchers can spot a range of feathered friends, including buzzards, kestrels, and curlews. Wildflowers, such as bluebells and primroses, carpet the valley floor during the spring months, creating a vibrant and colorful display.

For those looking to explore the area on foot, Shearnie Cleugh offers numerous walking trails that wind through the valley and its surrounding hills. These paths provide breathtaking views of the valley and its picturesque surroundings, making them popular among hikers and nature lovers.

Although Shearnie Cleugh may be a haven for those seeking peace and tranquility, it is also conveniently located near several amenities. The nearby town of Haddington offers a range of shops, restaurants, and accommodations for visitors to enjoy.

Overall, Shearnie Cleugh is a hidden gem in East Lothian, offering visitors a chance to reconnect with nature and experience the beauty of the Scottish countryside.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 55.845399/-2.7144199 or Grid Reference NT5561. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Atmospheric Hopes Peaceful and atmospheric misty scene at Hopes Reservoir in the Lammermuirs.

Atmospheric Hopes

Peaceful and atmospheric misty scene at Hopes Reservoir in the Lammermuirs.

Old Birch A gnarly and twisted venerable old Birch tree on the slopes above the dam of Hopes Reservoir.

Old Birch

A gnarly and twisted venerable old Birch tree on the slopes above the dam of Hopes Reservoir.

Above Hopes A sunny interval before the atmospheric mist comes in again above the valley of Hopes Water and Hopes Reservoir. Harestone Hill in distance.

Above Hopes

A sunny interval before the atmospheric mist comes in again above the valley of Hopes Water and Hopes Reservoir. Harestone Hill in distance.

Waterworks Control tower at Hopes Dam reflected in the calm water of the Reservoir.

Waterworks

Control tower at Hopes Dam reflected in the calm water of the Reservoir.

Autumn Hopes Looking across Hope Reservoir on a lovely autumnal morning with wildfowl on the water.

Autumn Hopes

Looking across Hope Reservoir on a lovely autumnal morning with wildfowl on the water.

View from the Dam From the top of the dam of Hopes Reservoir on a bright autumnal day. Broadleaf woodland in seasonal colours and Harestone Hill in the centre.

View from the Dam

From the top of the dam of Hopes Reservoir on a bright autumnal day. Broadleaf woodland in seasonal colours and Harestone Hill in the centre.

Witches' Brooms Good view of Witches&#039; brooms - a growth distortion - on a Birch tree above Hopes Reservoir on a bright autumn day:-
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Witches' Brooms

Good view of Witches' brooms - a growth distortion - on a Birch tree above Hopes Reservoir on a bright autumn day:- Link

On Crow Cairn, Lammermuirs Crow Cairn above Hopes Reservoir in the Lammermuirs looking to Lammer Law with the heather starting to bloom.

On Crow Cairn, Lammermuirs

Crow Cairn above Hopes Reservoir in the Lammermuirs looking to Lammer Law with the heather starting to bloom.

Rounding up the Sheep Rounding the sheep up Lammermuirs style. There were 2 quad bikes moving sheep from one part of the hill to another. You can just see the upper quad in this picture above the sheep.

Rounding up the Sheep

Rounding the sheep up Lammermuirs style. There were 2 quad bikes moving sheep from one part of the hill to another. You can just see the upper quad in this picture above the sheep.

On the Run Grand scenery to be out and about taking exercise. In my case walking the dog and you can see a runner striding out up a slight rise in the track leading round Hopes Reservoir.

On the Run

Grand scenery to be out and about taking exercise. In my case walking the dog and you can see a runner striding out up a slight rise in the track leading round Hopes Reservoir.

Above the Fall Moorland track high up in the Lammermuirs, presumably to ease access for Grouse shooting. Track is right at the top of the Fall Burn which joins Long Grain and Hopes Water. Cairn is on summit of Harestone Hill.

Above the Fall

Moorland track high up in the Lammermuirs, presumably to ease access for Grouse shooting. Track is right at the top of the Fall Burn which joins Long Grain and Hopes Water. Cairn is on summit of Harestone Hill.

Moorland Track and Wind Farm Fallago Rig Wind Farm as seen from moorland track high up in the Hope Hills. Very different scene to Richard Webbs winter shot taken 3 years ago from similar position.
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Moorland Track and Wind Farm

Fallago Rig Wind Farm as seen from moorland track high up in the Hope Hills. Very different scene to Richard Webbs winter shot taken 3 years ago from similar position. Link

Long Grain Conduit Looking almost like a Madeiran Levada this conduit or aqueduct takes water from Long Grain round to Hopes Reservoir. Beyond is Harestone Hill.

Long Grain Conduit

Looking almost like a Madeiran Levada this conduit or aqueduct takes water from Long Grain round to Hopes Reservoir. Beyond is Harestone Hill.

On the Border At this point the fence is the border between East Lothian and Scottish Borders, though the Border does not follow the fence for any distance. Boggy terrain at the coll between Lowrans Law and Seenes Law on one of the very few days with little wind in the month of January. On the skyline is Fallago Rig wind farm.

On the Border

At this point the fence is the border between East Lothian and Scottish Borders, though the Border does not follow the fence for any distance. Boggy terrain at the coll between Lowrans Law and Seenes Law on one of the very few days with little wind in the month of January. On the skyline is Fallago Rig wind farm.

Seenes Law Summit, Probably There is no cairn on the summit area of Seenes Law a remote top in the Lammermuir Hills. For 50m in any direction from photo position the ground appears to be the same height. Fallago Rig wind farm in the distance.

Seenes Law Summit, Probably

There is no cairn on the summit area of Seenes Law a remote top in the Lammermuir Hills. For 50m in any direction from photo position the ground appears to be the same height. Fallago Rig wind farm in the distance.

On Crow Cairn, Winter This is the view looking east near the summit of Crow Cairn showing a complete contrast in colours and light with this view from a similar position but looking west in late summer:-
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In the distance are the Hope Hills.

On Crow Cairn, Winter

This is the view looking east near the summit of Crow Cairn showing a complete contrast in colours and light with this view from a similar position but looking west in late summer:- Link In the distance are the Hope Hills.

West Hopes Shoot Coming down from the high ground in the Lammermuirs and there is a fairly big shoot going on at West Hopes, as evidenced by the vehicles seen parked in the enclosure. It was a &#039;keepers day out&#039; apparently and there must have been nearly 50 shooters and beaters. The shoot was just coming to an end as I came off the hill and had been going on more than 4 hours previously as I set off on a moorland walk. So no hope for the partridges and pheasants of Hopes.

West Hopes Shoot

Coming down from the high ground in the Lammermuirs and there is a fairly big shoot going on at West Hopes, as evidenced by the vehicles seen parked in the enclosure. It was a 'keepers day out' apparently and there must have been nearly 50 shooters and beaters. The shoot was just coming to an end as I came off the hill and had been going on more than 4 hours previously as I set off on a moorland walk. So no hope for the partridges and pheasants of Hopes.

No More Hope Scottish Water have now banned the public from parking at their car park in front of the filter beds on the Hopes Estate. Seemingly the end of a long running saga of whether you could park here or not going back to when the countryside opened up in 2020 after the pandemic. I have been accessing the Lammermuirs from this car park for over 30 years with no issues till 2020.
It would seem that though Scottish Water own the car park the filter beds behind are leased from the landowner and that lease was recently renewed with Scottish Water saying &quot;the decision to close the car park stems from the terms put to SW for a lease extension to be granted&quot; - read into that what you will!
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No More Hope

Scottish Water have now banned the public from parking at their car park in front of the filter beds on the Hopes Estate. Seemingly the end of a long running saga of whether you could park here or not going back to when the countryside opened up in 2020 after the pandemic. I have been accessing the Lammermuirs from this car park for over 30 years with no issues till 2020. It would seem that though Scottish Water own the car park the filter beds behind are leased from the landowner and that lease was recently renewed with Scottish Water saying "the decision to close the car park stems from the terms put to SW for a lease extension to be granted" - read into that what you will! Link

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Shearnie Cleugh is located at Grid Ref: NT5561 (Lat: 55.845399, Lng: -2.7144199)

Unitary Authority: East Lothian

Police Authority: The Lothians and Scottish Borders

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///noisy.water.hacksaw. Near Haddington, East Lothian

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