Lady's Wood

Wood, Forest in Ayrshire

Scotland

Lady's Wood

Old mine shaft at Hawkhill Farm A closer look at the old mine shaft at Hawkhill Farm. Killochan Castle is shown in the background on the other side of the Water of Girvan. The top of the strange boulder <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7024967">NS2300 : The strange boulder at Hawkhill Farm</a> is just visible on the left.
Old mine shaft at Hawkhill Farm Credit: Mary and Angus Hogg

Lady's Wood is a picturesque woodland located in Ayrshire, Scotland. Covering an area of approximately 100 acres, it is a popular destination for nature lovers, hikers, and birdwatchers alike. The wood is situated near the town of Ayr and is easily accessible by both car and public transportation.

The woodland is characterized by its diverse range of tree species, including oak, beech, and conifers, creating a rich and vibrant ecosystem. The forest floor is adorned with a variety of wildflowers during the spring and summer months, adding to the area's natural beauty.

Lady's Wood offers a network of well-maintained trails, allowing visitors to explore the woodland at their own pace. These trails offer stunning views of the surrounding countryside and provide opportunities for spotting native wildlife, such as red squirrels, deer, and a wide array of bird species.

The wood also features a small pond, which serves as a habitat for waterfowl and amphibians. This tranquil spot is perfect for a peaceful picnic or simply to relax and enjoy the surroundings.

Lady's Wood is managed by the local council, ensuring its preservation and continued accessibility for future generations. The woodland is a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest due to its ecological importance, making it an ideal location for educational visits and environmental studies.

Overall, Lady's Wood in Ayrshire is a captivating and diverse woodland, offering visitors the chance to immerse themselves in nature and experience the beauty of the Scottish countryside.

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Lady's Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.26391/-4.7696232 or Grid Reference NS2400. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Old mine shaft at Hawkhill Farm A closer look at the old mine shaft at Hawkhill Farm. Killochan Castle is shown in the background on the other side of the Water of Girvan. The top of the strange boulder <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7024967">NS2300 : The strange boulder at Hawkhill Farm</a> is just visible on the left.
Old mine shaft at Hawkhill Farm
A closer look at the old mine shaft at Hawkhill Farm. Killochan Castle is shown in the background on the other side of the Water of Girvan. The top of the strange boulder NS2300 : The strange boulder at Hawkhill Farm is just visible on the left.
The old mine shaft at Hawkhill Farm The strange circular structure in the field at Hawkhill Farm is a shaft from an old coal mine, walled off for protection. The main part of the mine was on the other side of the road on Bargany Estate. See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6783144">NX2399 : Old colliery site near Lovestone</a>
The old mine shaft at Hawkhill Farm
The strange circular structure in the field at Hawkhill Farm is a shaft from an old coal mine, walled off for protection. The main part of the mine was on the other side of the road on Bargany Estate. See NX2399 : Old colliery site near Lovestone
Snowdrops beside the Water of Girvan Occasional patches of snowdrops enjoy the sunshine alongside the Water of Girvan at Killochan Estate. The flowers have to fight their way through the previous year’s brambles and nettles.
Snowdrops beside the Water of Girvan
Occasional patches of snowdrops enjoy the sunshine alongside the Water of Girvan at Killochan Estate. The flowers have to fight their way through the previous year’s brambles and nettles.
Snowdrops in Lovestone woods My previous visit to this site in March 2021 was too late to see the flowers in bloom. The snowdrops were lovely this time though the February sun was only just reaching the slope.
Snowdrops in Lovestone woods
My previous visit to this site in March 2021 was too late to see the flowers in bloom. The snowdrops were lovely this time though the February sun was only just reaching the slope.
Snowdrops near Lovestone These snowdrops were spreading out in the woodland near the old colliery site. My previous visit to this spot <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6783144">NX2399 : Old colliery site near Lovestone</a> was too late to see the flowers in bloom. It was worth the return visit.
Snowdrops near Lovestone
These snowdrops were spreading out in the woodland near the old colliery site. My previous visit to this spot NX2399 : Old colliery site near Lovestone was too late to see the flowers in bloom. It was worth the return visit.
Picnic Area, Bargany Gardens Beautiful Garden but only open for the Month of May.
Picnic Area, Bargany Gardens
Beautiful Garden but only open for the Month of May.
Car Park, Bargany Gardens This is the main car park but there is also and overflow car park. Beautiful Garden but only open for the Month of May.
Car Park, Bargany Gardens
This is the main car park but there is also and overflow car park. Beautiful Garden but only open for the Month of May.
Old Dailly Church Built on the site of a 13th century chapel, this is known as the "Covenanter's Church" as it contains the graves of five 17th century Covenanters. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.ayrshirepaths.org.uk/histdailly.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.ayrshirepaths.org.uk/histdailly.htm">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Old Dailly Church
Built on the site of a 13th century chapel, this is known as the "Covenanter's Church" as it contains the graves of five 17th century Covenanters. LinkExternal link
Back lane in the Girvan valley
Back lane in the Girvan valley
Old school at Old Dailly
Old school at Old Dailly
Penkill, near Old Dailly
Penkill, near Old Dailly
Garryloop, Old Dailly Garryloop is the Anglicized form of "Gearaidh Lub" meaning "The Shieling at the bend between arable and hill ground". Notice how succinct Gaelic is compared with English? An old barn and cobbler's cottage, now rebuilt as comfortable modern accommodation, which operates as a well-appointed bed-and-breakfast and base for deer-stalking holidays. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.ayrstalk.co.uk/accomodation.asp" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.ayrstalk.co.uk/accomodation.asp">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Garryloop, Old Dailly
Garryloop is the Anglicized form of "Gearaidh Lub" meaning "The Shieling at the bend between arable and hill ground". Notice how succinct Gaelic is compared with English? An old barn and cobbler's cottage, now rebuilt as comfortable modern accommodation, which operates as a well-appointed bed-and-breakfast and base for deer-stalking holidays. LinkExternal link
Bargany Estate, near Old Dailly The tall trees line the southern driveway into the estate.
Bargany Estate, near Old Dailly
The tall trees line the southern driveway into the estate.
Cattle troughs near Dailly
Cattle troughs near Dailly
Lodge to Penkill Castle
Lodge to Penkill Castle
Gateway to the Bargany Estate Off the Dailly to Old Dailly road.
Gateway to the Bargany Estate
Off the Dailly to Old Dailly road.
Small wooded valley near Dailly
Small wooded valley near Dailly
Hawkhill Farm This shot shows a field of barley beside the Water of Girvan, with Hawkhill Farm behind.
Hawkhill Farm
This shot shows a field of barley beside the Water of Girvan, with Hawkhill Farm behind.
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Lady's Wood is located at Grid Ref: NS2400 (Lat: 55.26391, Lng: -4.7696232)

Unitary Authority: South Ayrshire

Police Authority: Ayrshire

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Bargany
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Lat/Long: 55.2645903/-4.7674248
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 55.266251/-4.77634
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 55.2667123/-4.7756742
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