Hole Wood

Wood, Forest in Dunbartonshire

Scotland

Hole Wood

Gates to Rossdhu House Credit: Eirian Evans

Hole Wood is a picturesque forest located in Dunbartonshire, Scotland. Covering an area of approximately 200 acres, this woodland is a haven of natural beauty and tranquility.

The wood is predominantly composed of native tree species such as oak, birch, and beech, which create a dense canopy overhead. The forest floor is carpeted with a variety of wildflowers, ferns, and mosses, providing a rich and diverse ecosystem.

Hole Wood boasts an extensive network of well-maintained trails, making it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts. These trails meander through the forest, offering visitors the opportunity to explore and immerse themselves in the stunning surroundings.

The wood is also home to a wide range of wildlife, including deer, foxes, and various bird species. Nature lovers will appreciate the abundance of birdwatching opportunities, with species such as woodpeckers, owls, and thrushes commonly spotted within the wood.

In addition to its natural beauty, Hole Wood has a rich history and is dotted with remnants of its past. There are ancient ruins of a chapel, believed to date back to the 12th century, which add an air of mystery and intrigue to the woodland.

Hole Wood is easily accessible, with parking facilities and well-marked entrances. It offers a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, inviting visitors to connect with nature and enjoy the serenity of this enchanting forest.

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Hole Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.031474/-4.6480788 or Grid Reference NS3585. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Gates to Rossdhu House

Eirian Evans

Old bridge crossing Fruin Water

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Lay-by on the A82 near Loch Lomond

Steven Brown

A82 near Arden

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A82 north of Arden

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Carrick Bee Garden 1

Ornamental Bee Garden located about 10 metres south of the Carrick Golf Course access road. 1 of 9

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Carrick Bee Garden 2

Ornamental Bee Garden located about 10 metres south of the Carrick Golf Course access road. 2 of 9

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Carrick Bee Garden 3

Ornamental Bee Garden located about 10 metres south of the Carrick Golf Course access road. 3 of 9

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Carrick Bee Garden 4

Ornamental Bee Garden located about 10 metres south of the Carrick Golf Course access road. 4 of 9

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Carrick Bee Garden 5

Ornamental Bee Garden located about 10 metres south of the Carrick Golf Course access road. 5 of 9

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Carrick Bee Garden 6

Ornamental Bee Garden located about 10 metres south of the Carrick Golf Course access road. 6 of 9

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Carrick Bee Garden 7

Ornamental Bee Garden located about 10 metres south of the Carrick Golf Course access road 7 of 9

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Carrick Bee Garden 8

Ornamental Bee Garden located about 10 metres south of the Carrick Golf Course access road 8 of 9

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Carrick Bee Garden 9

Ornamental Bee Garden located about 10 metres south of the Carrick Golf Course access road. 9 of 9

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A hazardous hole on the Carrick Golf Course

Carrick Golf Course 14th Hole. This a Par 3 hole; indicating that with one stroke the golfer ought to land his/her ball on the green and the ball should not then roll across and off the green. This requires a lofted club so that the ball lands as near vertically as possible. The distance from tee to green is 199 yards but it has an elevated tee which is approximately 90 feet higher than the green. It is rated with a stroke index of 17 which means that it is the second hardest hole of the course on which to achieve ‘Par’. The view from the tee is magnificent even on a winter’s day. An unlucky golfer, who loses their ball in the intervening bracken and undergrowth, might use the excuse that they were distracted by the wonderful views of Loch Lomond and the slopes of Ben Lomond. A public footpath and cycle track runs low down, half way between the tee and the green. The golfers cannot see the footpath. The walkers and cyclists can see the green but cannot see the tee. They are, however, able to hear the crack of the club on the ball. The Course opened in 2007. I have not yet heard of any fatalities.

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Carrick Cottage 16 years later

Carrick/ Forester’s/ Boiden/ Borden Cottage, This is the same cottage as in the 2007 photo NS3585 : Cottage. The cottage is now considerably worse for wear. Six inch 1st Edition Ordnance Survey map Dumbartonshire, Sheet XIII, Survey date: 1860, Publication date: 1864, shows a building on this location and marks it as “BORDEN” A bonus is that in the centre of the garden of this old cottage, an 80 foot tall monkey puzzle tree flourishes, (Araucaria araucana), also known as Chile pine. The tree’s branches invade the top left hand corner of this picture. A full photo of it show at NS3585 : Awesome Araucaria araucana.

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Awesome Araucaria araucana

This 80 foot Monkey Puzzle Tree flourishes in the garden of the old Carrick Cottage photo NS3585 : Carrick Cottage 16 years later. After you leave the A82, it is visible on the left hand side, 100 metres past the entrance to the Carrick Golf Course.

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Shalom, Muirlands, near Arden

Shalom is the name of the private house which was formerly Muirlands Primary School. It was the school for the surrounding rural area. The hamlet of Muirlands, even today, consists only of eight dwellings. There are no markings to indicate that you are entering or leaving Muirlands other than a couple of "Reduce Speed Now" signs. The school was built in 1869 by the Laird of Luss to provide education for the local community and was also used as a church and Sunday school. The Old School House, built in 1880, is not a listed building and is approximately 50 metres north of Shalom. It was presumably the teacher's accommodation. The Gothic style "Shalom" is Category B listed. Among its external features are the gabled porch and the small candle snuffer spire with fish-scale slating, which originally housed the church bell. A new village school in Luss was built in 1970.

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Hole Wood is located at Grid Ref: NS3585 (Lat: 56.031474, Lng: -4.6480788)

Unitary Authority: Argyll and Bute

Police Authority: Argyll and West Dunbartonshire