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Mainshill Wood

Wood, Forest in Ayrshire

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Mainshill Wood

By the Low Road Rich farmland beside the B7045, known locally as "the Low Road".
By the Low Road Credit: Mary and Angus Hogg

Mainshill Wood is a beautiful forest located in Ayrshire, Scotland. Covering an area of approximately 50 hectares, this woodland is home to a diverse range of wildlife and plant species. The forest is predominantly made up of mature broadleaf trees such as oak, beech, and birch, providing a rich habitat for birds, insects, and small mammals.

Mainshill Wood also features a network of well-maintained walking trails, making it a popular destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts. Visitors can enjoy leisurely strolls through the woodland, taking in the sights and sounds of the natural environment.

In addition to its recreational opportunities, Mainshill Wood plays an important role in conservation efforts in the region. The forest is managed sustainably, with efforts made to protect and preserve its biodiversity.

Overall, Mainshill Wood is a tranquil and picturesque setting, offering visitors a chance to connect with nature and escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Whether you're looking for a peaceful walk in the woods or a chance to observe wildlife in its natural habitat, Mainshill Wood is a must-visit destination in Ayrshire.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 55.376096/-4.6184928 or Grid Reference NS3412. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

By the Low Road Rich farmland beside the B7045, known locally as "the Low Road".
By the Low Road
Rich farmland beside the B7045, known locally as "the Low Road".
Blairbowie Flash A semi-permanent wet flash in one of Blairbowie Farm's fields, the standing water is partly due to the low land here having once been the bed of the Rivers Doon and Girvan prior to the final stage of the last Ice Age
Blairbowie Flash
A semi-permanent wet flash in one of Blairbowie Farm's fields, the standing water is partly due to the low land here having once been the bed of the Rivers Doon and Girvan prior to the final stage of the last Ice Age
Burnmouth Farm Typical lowland Ayrshire farmland, a mix of grazing, silage and cereals (mostly barley).
Burnmouth Farm
Typical lowland Ayrshire farmland, a mix of grazing, silage and cereals (mostly barley).
Laigh Woodston The damp land in the foreground lies next to Blairbowie flash
Laigh Woodston
The damp land in the foreground lies next to Blairbowie flash
Field Edge Looking WNW from the B742 on the way to Maybole
Field Edge
Looking WNW from the B742 on the way to Maybole
Pastureland Looking NE across the B7045. South Ayrshire's rolling countryside was formed by drumlins, deposited during the last Ice Age.
Pastureland
Looking NE across the B7045. South Ayrshire's rolling countryside was formed by drumlins, deposited during the last Ice Age.
Fingerpost Old fingerpost at the intersection of the B742 and the B7045 near Maybole. It shows the old spelling of Minishant and gives distances in quarter miles.
Fingerpost
Old fingerpost at the intersection of the B742 and the B7045 near Maybole. It shows the old spelling of Minishant and gives distances in quarter miles.
WSW View Looking WSW from the Triangulation pillar on Guiltree Hill. In the distance are Maybole, Mochrum Hill and, just visible on the left, Ailsa Craig.
WSW View
Looking WSW from the Triangulation pillar on Guiltree Hill. In the distance are Maybole, Mochrum Hill and, just visible on the left, Ailsa Craig.
NW View Looking NW from the Triangulation Pillar on Guiltree Hill. The communication masts on the skyline mark the position of Brown Carrick Hill.
NW View
Looking NW from the Triangulation Pillar on Guiltree Hill. The communication masts on the skyline mark the position of Brown Carrick Hill.
NNE View Looking NNE from Guiltree Hill on a fine November morning, with Dalrymple and the viaduct showing in the distance.
NNE View
Looking NNE from Guiltree Hill on a fine November morning, with Dalrymple and the viaduct showing in the distance.
Looking Towards Dowan's Hill Looking WSW across rich farmland near Dalrymple.
Looking Towards Dowan's Hill
Looking WSW across rich farmland near Dalrymple.
Burnbank Farm Looking west from the minor road which links Dalrymple with Guiltree Hill.
Burnbank Farm
Looking west from the minor road which links Dalrymple with Guiltree Hill.
Barnford Farm view Looking down into the Doon Valley, with Holms Farm in the background, and the Firth of Clyde in the far distance.
Barnford Farm view
Looking down into the Doon Valley, with Holms Farm in the background, and the Firth of Clyde in the far distance.
Doon Valley Farmlands Looking SW towards Lindsayston Farm. In this part of the valley, the River Doon winds its way round drumlins, deposited during the last Ice Age.
Doon Valley Farmlands
Looking SW towards Lindsayston Farm. In this part of the valley, the River Doon winds its way round drumlins, deposited during the last Ice Age.
Dalrymple Wood and Woodland Farm Looking NW across the River Doon, with Brown Carrick Hill in the distance.
Dalrymple Wood and Woodland Farm
Looking NW across the River Doon, with Brown Carrick Hill in the distance.
Cassillis House Located close to the River Doon, near Dalrymple, Cassillis House is the setting for the famous ballad "Johnnie Faa" - <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://books.google.co.uk/books?id=2XACAAAAQAAJ&printsec=frontcover&dq=Miscellany+by+Allan+Ramsay#PPA427,M1" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://books.google.co.uk/books?id=2XACAAAAQAAJ&printsec=frontcover&dq=Miscellany+by+Allan+Ramsay#PPA427,M1">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> Before her marriage to the powerful chief of the Kennedys, the countess had loved a young knight, Sir John Fall. She eloped with him, disguised as the gypsy, "Johnnie Faa". The Earl brought them back and made her watch the gypsy band and her disguised lover being hanged from the Dule Tree in front of Cassillis House. The Earl imprisoned the Countess for life in his town house, Maybole Castle <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/241392">NS3010 : The Countess's Window</a>. He then divorced her and remarried. No human rights in those days!
Cassillis House
Located close to the River Doon, near Dalrymple, Cassillis House is the setting for the famous ballad "Johnnie Faa" - LinkExternal link Before her marriage to the powerful chief of the Kennedys, the countess had loved a young knight, Sir John Fall. She eloped with him, disguised as the gypsy, "Johnnie Faa". The Earl brought them back and made her watch the gypsy band and her disguised lover being hanged from the Dule Tree in front of Cassillis House. The Earl imprisoned the Countess for life in his town house, Maybole Castle NS3010 : The Countess's Window. He then divorced her and remarried. No human rights in those days!
Rolling Farmland The rolling farmland is made from drumlins, deposited during the last Ice Age. Mochrum Hill is visible on the skyline.
Rolling Farmland
The rolling farmland is made from drumlins, deposited during the last Ice Age. Mochrum Hill is visible on the skyline.
Woodland Farm Viewed from the farm track on a bright February morning.
Woodland Farm
Viewed from the farm track on a bright February morning.
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Mainshill Wood is located at Grid Ref: NS3412 (Lat: 55.376096, Lng: -4.6184928)

Unitary Authority: South Ayrshire

Police Authority: Ayrshire

What 3 Words

///marathons.typist.planting. Near Dalrymple, East Ayrshire

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