Oakwood

Settlement in Angus

Scotland

Oakwood

Smith Loch and Smithton Hill Most of this square is a newly planted conifer plantation, broken up by heathery moorland. The swampy area of Smith Loch is the most prominent &#039;feature&#039; in the landscape. Hard going. — Smith Loch and Smithton Hill Credit: Aleks Scholz

Oakwood is a small village located in the county of Angus, Scotland. Situated about 3 miles northeast of the town of Forfar, Oakwood lies within a rural setting characterized by rolling hills, farmland, and scattered woodlands. The village is surrounded by picturesque countryside, making it an ideal location for those seeking a peaceful and tranquil lifestyle.

Despite its small size, Oakwood has a strong sense of community and boasts a friendly and welcoming atmosphere. The village is home to a close-knit population that takes pride in maintaining its natural surroundings and preserving its heritage. Many of the houses in Oakwood are traditional stone-built cottages, which add to the village's charm and character.

Oakwood benefits from its proximity to Forfar, which provides residents with access to a wide range of amenities. Forfar offers various shops, supermarkets, restaurants, and leisure facilities, ensuring that residents have everything they need within a short distance.

For those who enjoy outdoor activities, Oakwood offers numerous opportunities for exploration and recreation. The surrounding area is crisscrossed with walking trails and cycle paths, allowing residents to immerse themselves in the beautiful Angus countryside. Additionally, the nearby Angus Glens provide a stunning backdrop for hiking, wildlife spotting, and other outdoor pursuits.

Overall, Oakwood is a peaceful and idyllic village that offers a high quality of life for its residents. With its strong community spirit, beautiful surroundings, and convenient access to nearby amenities, Oakwood is a desirable place to call home.

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Oakwood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.519554/-3.2098719 or Grid Reference NO2537. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Smith Loch and Smithton Hill

Most of this square is a newly planted conifer plantation, broken up by heathery moorland. The swampy area of Smith Loch is the most prominent 'feature' in the landscape. Hard going.

Aleks Scholz

Tullybaccart viewpoint

This small cairn marks the highest point of the land around the Tullybaccart quarry. The point is surrounded mostly by tree plantations. This is the view towards the south into Fife - the Lomond hills on the horizon on the right.

Aleks Scholz

Laird's Loch dam

This is the western limit of Laird's Loch, on a day with low clouds.

Aleks Scholz

This is a path

It's hard to tell, but this is a path that branches off the main track to Laird's Loch, and leads towards Ballo Hill. It eventually reaches a fence, but a network of similarly faint and muddy tracks covers the slopes south of the loch.

Aleks Scholz

Ledcrieff Loch

The loch seen from the dam at its western edge.

Aleks Scholz

Bend on A923

With a view in the direction of Pitcur and Coupar Angus.

Carron K

Path to Laird's Loch

A muddy narrow path through undergrowth - well used though, I wheeled a bike across and somebody carried an inflatable canoe through a few minutes earlier.

Richard Webb

Laird's Loch

Outflow beside the dam.

Richard Webb

Timber tracks

The block to the south of Laird's Loch had been recently felled and the timber extracted by this track to a logging road further up Northballo Hill. Great news as the track to the south of Northballo Hill was undamaged.

Richard Webb