Stable Wood

Wood, Forest in Ayrshire

Scotland

Stable Wood

Bumblebee on Buddleia Fresh Buddleia flower spikes had attracted a lot of insects on this warm early-August morning.
Bumblebee on Buddleia Credit: Mary and Angus Hogg

Stable Wood is a picturesque forest located in Ayrshire, Scotland. Covering an area of approximately 100 acres, it is known for its dense, mature woodland and diverse range of flora and fauna. The wood is situated in a rural setting, surrounded by rolling hills and open farmland, providing a tranquil and scenic environment for visitors.

The forest is primarily composed of native tree species such as oak, birch, and beech, which create a rich and vibrant canopy throughout the year. The dense vegetation provides a haven for a variety of wildlife, including deer, squirrels, and numerous bird species, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and birdwatchers.

Stable Wood offers several well-maintained walking trails and paths that wind through the forest, allowing visitors to explore its natural beauty at their own pace. These paths are suitable for all ages and abilities, making it an ideal destination for families and individuals alike. Along the trails, informative signage provides interesting facts about the woodland and its inhabitants, enhancing the educational value of the visit.

In addition to its natural attractions, Stable Wood also boasts a picnic area and a small car park, providing convenience and facilities for visitors. The forest is open year-round, with different seasons offering their own unique charm. Whether it's the vibrant colors of autumn or the fresh greenery of spring, Stable Wood offers a captivating experience for everyone who visits.

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Stable Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.309968/-4.6249737 or Grid Reference NS3304. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Bumblebee on Buddleia Fresh Buddleia flower spikes had attracted a lot of insects on this warm early-August morning.
Bumblebee on Buddleia
Fresh Buddleia flower spikes had attracted a lot of insects on this warm early-August morning.
Bumblebee on a Viola flower This bee seemed to like the Violas as it kept on coming back for more.
Bumblebee on a Viola flower
This bee seemed to like the Violas as it kept on coming back for more.
A busy Bumblebee A real sign of summer, a Bumblebee buzzing around the Violas in a garden flower border.
A busy Bumblebee
A real sign of summer, a Bumblebee buzzing around the Violas in a garden flower border.
A Hoverfly on Corn Marigold The Hoverflies simply love these wild flowers.
A Hoverfly on Corn Marigold
The Hoverflies simply love these wild flowers.
Hoverfly on Violas An early evening shot of insect activity on a flower border.
Hoverfly on Violas
An early evening shot of insect activity on a flower border.
Red Admiral on Buddleia One of the loveliest butterflies to appear in our summer gardens.
Red Admiral on Buddleia
One of the loveliest butterflies to appear in our summer gardens.
A Red Admiral butterfly A short sunny spell on a cloudy mid-August day brought lots of butterflies out on the Buddleia.
A Red Admiral butterfly
A short sunny spell on a cloudy mid-August day brought lots of butterflies out on the Buddleia.
Red Admiral on Japanese Anemone This Red Admiral was enjoying the last of the evening sunshine on a big bloom in a sheltered place.
Red Admiral on Japanese Anemone
This Red Admiral was enjoying the last of the evening sunshine on a big bloom in a sheltered place.
Small Tortoiseshell on Buddleia A sunny August morning provided feeding opportunities on the "Butterfly Bush".
Small Tortoiseshell on Buddleia
A sunny August morning provided feeding opportunities on the "Butterfly Bush".
Small Tortoiseshell butterfly August sunshine and the Buddleia in bloom brought out a lovely show of butterflies, a welcome sight after a slow start this year.
Small Tortoiseshell butterfly
August sunshine and the Buddleia in bloom brought out a lovely show of butterflies, a welcome sight after a slow start this year.
A lovely Small Tortoiseshell butterfly An early-August shot of this lovely garden visitor.
A lovely Small Tortoiseshell butterfly
An early-August shot of this lovely garden visitor.
A Peacock on the butterfly bush A lovely summer visitor to our gardens, easy to identify from the four big "eyes" on the upper wings.
A Peacock on the butterfly bush
A lovely summer visitor to our gardens, easy to identify from the four big "eyes" on the upper wings.
The former Heid Inn The old maps show this hotel as the Crosshill Arms but it was better known locally as the Heid Inn. It has been converted recently into 3 houses, 2 of which have already been sold.
The former Heid Inn
The old maps show this hotel as the Crosshill Arms but it was better known locally as the Heid Inn. It has been converted recently into 3 houses, 2 of which have already been sold.
A September sunflower These lovely flowers are still attracting bees but the blooms probably won't last a lot longer as summer changes into autumn.
A September sunflower
These lovely flowers are still attracting bees but the blooms probably won't last a lot longer as summer changes into autumn.
Wrestling wasps The first wasp on the apple had tried to fight off the intruder. They locked in a wrestling hold then tumbled about very quickly for a few seconds before one of them returned to the apple. They didn't try to kill each other but the action certainly was serious. I have no idea why they behaved like this but it was really interesting to watch.
Wrestling wasps
The first wasp on the apple had tried to fight off the intruder. They locked in a wrestling hold then tumbled about very quickly for a few seconds before one of them returned to the apple. They didn't try to kill each other but the action certainly was serious. I have no idea why they behaved like this but it was really interesting to watch.
Wasps fighting in an apple The first wasp on the apple was trying to fight off the intruder. They locked in a wrestling hold then fell out of the apple and tumbled about very quickly for a few seconds before one of them returned to claim the prize. See also <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6967136">NS3206 : Wrestling wasps</a>
Wasps fighting in an apple
The first wasp on the apple was trying to fight off the intruder. They locked in a wrestling hold then fell out of the apple and tumbled about very quickly for a few seconds before one of them returned to claim the prize. See also NS3206 : Wrestling wasps
Four feeding wasps When the first wasp on the apple in my compost bin was joined by another, sometimes they would feed together, occasionally four at a time. However, the peace was often broken – see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6967139">NS3206 : Wasps fighting in an apple</a>
Four feeding wasps
When the first wasp on the apple in my compost bin was joined by another, sometimes they would feed together, occasionally four at a time. However, the peace was often broken – see NS3206 : Wasps fighting in an apple
A wasp on an apple I watched some wasps feeding on apples in my compost bin and was rewarded with some interesting observations of their behaviour. When the first wasp was joined by another, sometimes they would feed together, occasionally four at a time. Sometimes they would fight with the first wasp really going for the intruder. Often the two would lock in a wrestling hold before tumbling about very quickly for a few seconds before one of them would return to claim the apple. They never tried to kill each other but the action certainly was serious. They are quite feisty wee things. I have no idea why they behaved like this. See also <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6967146">NS3206 : Four feeding wasps</a>
A wasp on an apple
I watched some wasps feeding on apples in my compost bin and was rewarded with some interesting observations of their behaviour. When the first wasp was joined by another, sometimes they would feed together, occasionally four at a time. Sometimes they would fight with the first wasp really going for the intruder. Often the two would lock in a wrestling hold before tumbling about very quickly for a few seconds before one of them would return to claim the apple. They never tried to kill each other but the action certainly was serious. They are quite feisty wee things. I have no idea why they behaved like this. See also NS3206 : Four feeding wasps
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Stable Wood is located at Grid Ref: NS3304 (Lat: 55.309968, Lng: -4.6249737)

Unitary Authority: South Ayrshire

Police Authority: Ayrshire

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