Mossburnford

Settlement in Roxburghshire

Scotland

Mossburnford

River cliff by Jed Water From Jed Water Caravan Park. — River cliff by Jed Water Credit: Hugh Venables

Mossburnford is a small rural village located in the county of Roxburghshire, within the Scottish Borders region of Scotland. Situated approximately 6 miles south of Hawick, the village is nestled amidst picturesque rolling hills and stunning countryside.

With a population of around 200 residents, Mossburnford offers a peaceful and tranquil setting for those seeking a quiet and rural lifestyle. The village primarily consists of traditional stone-built houses, giving it a charming and timeless appeal.

Although small in size, Mossburnford boasts a strong sense of community, with residents actively involved in various local initiatives and events. The village has a well-maintained village hall, which serves as a hub for social gatherings, meetings, and recreational activities.

In terms of amenities, Mossburnford has limited facilities within the village itself. However, the nearby town of Hawick offers a wider range of amenities, including supermarkets, shops, schools, and healthcare services. The village is well-connected to Hawick and other nearby towns through a network of roads, making it easily accessible for residents and visitors alike.

Nature enthusiasts will appreciate the scenic beauty surrounding Mossburnford. The area is ideal for outdoor activities such as walking, cycling, and fishing, with several nature trails and fishing spots within close proximity.

Overall, Mossburnford offers a peaceful and idyllic countryside living experience, providing a perfect retreat for those seeking a slower pace of life away from the bustling cities.

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Mossburnford Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.440226/-2.5288352 or Grid Reference NT6616. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

River cliff by Jed Water

From Jed Water Caravan Park.

Hugh Venables

Oxnam to Dolphinston road

A grassy bit near Birkenside Cottage. The ground is wet here, but frozen today.

Richard Webb

Young trees, Birkenside

Much of the plantation has been replanted in recent years. The path network shown by the Ordnance Survey has gone, many of the tracks shown no longer exist.

Richard Webb

Path, Birkenside

A good, well used path through young trees. The mapped path network no longer exists.

Richard Webb

Path, Birkenside

Running along the ridge line. The path network shown by the Ordnance Survey is from before the felling of most of the woodland. The new plantings have a different set of tracks.

Richard Webb

Path, Birkenside

Amongst young trees. Many of the mapped paths have gone since replanting.

Richard Webb

Birkenside

Path towards some surviving older trees. The path network here is very different to that shown by the Ordnance Survey.

Richard Webb

Path, Birkenside

One of the paths which coincide with the mapped network which has largely disappeared.

Richard Webb

Mossburnford to Oxnam road

A well surfaced forest road on this section.

Richard Webb

Oxnam to Mossburnford road

Running along the edge of Birkenshaw woodlands. The paths shown by the OS into the woods west of here no longer exist, but this road is a good one all the way through to Mossburnford.

Richard Webb