Broadmeadows

Settlement in Selkirkshire

Scotland

Broadmeadows

The Mill at Lewenshope The Mill is a beautifully converted former water mill and now available for holiday rent (I&#039;m a happy customer - not the owner!). — The Mill at Lewenshope Credit: Gordon Brown

Broadmeadows is a small village situated in the picturesque region of Selkirkshire, Scotland. Nestled amidst rolling hills and lush green landscapes, this tranquil village offers a serene retreat for both residents and visitors alike. With a population of approximately 300 people, Broadmeadows enjoys a close-knit community atmosphere.

The village is renowned for its stunning natural beauty, with the River Tweed flowing nearby, providing breathtaking views and opportunities for outdoor activities such as fishing and hiking. The surrounding countryside is rich in wildlife, making it a haven for nature lovers and birdwatchers.

Broadmeadows boasts a rich historical background, with evidence of settlements dating back to ancient times. The area is home to several archaeological sites, including an Iron Age fort and remnants of Roman settlements. The village's history can be explored at the local museum, which showcases artifacts and documents from different eras.

Despite its small size, Broadmeadows offers a range of amenities and services to its residents. The village has a primary school, a village hall that hosts community events, and a local shop where essential goods can be purchased. For more extensive shopping and entertainment options, the nearby town of Selkirk is easily accessible.

Overall, Broadmeadows is an idyllic Scottish village that captivates visitors with its natural beauty and rich history. Whether one seeks peaceful walks in the countryside or a glimpse into the past, this charming village has something to offer for everyone.

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Broadmeadows Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.560096/-2.9369493 or Grid Reference NT4130. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The Mill at Lewenshope

The Mill is a beautifully converted former water mill and now available for holiday rent (I'm a happy customer - not the owner!).

Gordon Brown

Buildings at Lewenshope

This includes the former mill, now converted as a holiday let.

Gordon Brown

On the Duchess's Drive, in Black Andrew Wood

This pleasant 7.5 mile walk follows the route of a Victorian carriage drive. Underfoot conditions are excellent, on good tracks and paths.

Gordon Brown

Gate at the top of Black Andrew Wood

Here the Duchess's Drive emerges on to the moorland of Newark Hill for a high-level route around Fastheugh Hill before descending to Bowhill.

Jim Barton

Across the Yarrow Valley from Black Andrew

It's been a slow, cold spring but today the temperature was above 20 deg. C and now the grass is beginning to show, but even in early May the farmers are still having to feed their stock. Minchmoor can be seen in the background.

Graham Hewitt

Game crop near Lewenshope

Just off the A708, looks like cover and winter food for pheasants.

Richard Webb

An RAF Tucano at Yarrowford

The Tucano is powered by a turboprop engine and is used for training fast jet students. This was viewed from a forestry track in Black Andrew Wood.

Walter Baxter

A rainbow in the Yarrow Valley

The A708 and the east end of Tinnis Stiel Wood are in the foreground in this view from Black Andrew Wood.

Walter Baxter

Lewenshope Farm

This view of the farm with Lewenshope Rig on the left and Hangingshaw Brae on the right was taken from a forestry road in Black Andrew Wood.

Walter Baxter

Rosebay willowherb at Black Andrew Wood

This was viewed at a forestry track clearing in the Yarrow Valley.

Walter Baxter

Rosebay willowherb at Black Andrew Wood

For a wider view of the scene by a forestry track, see NT3929 : Rosebay willowherb at Black Andrew Wood.

Walter Baxter

A708, Lewenshope

Looking upstream along the Yarrow.

Richard Webb

Yarrow Water

Flowing near the A708 with a steep wooded hill to the south.

Richard Webb

Horse riders at Black Andrew Wood

This scene was taken on one of the many forestry roads in the plantation.

Walter Baxter

Logging operations at Black Andrew Wood

Walter Baxter

Walkers in Black Andrew Wood

This area of the wood is open to the public again after several months of forestry clear fell operations.

Walter Baxter

A Hercules at Hangingshaw

The RAF Hercules was on a low level sortie in the Yarrow Valley. This was viewed from Black Andrew Wood at Yarrowford with the autumnal trees in Hangingshaw Wood providing a colourful background.

Walter Baxter