Fulwood Moss

Wood, Forest in Renfrewshire

Scotland

Fulwood Moss

Turf Cutting Cutting turf at Fulwood Mains.
Turf Cutting Credit: Chris Court

Fulwood Moss, located in Renfrewshire, Scotland, is a vast woodland area known for its natural beauty and diverse ecosystem. Covering an area of approximately 300 hectares, this ancient woodland is home to a wide range of flora and fauna, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and wildlife lovers.

The moss is predominantly made up of native deciduous trees such as oak, birch, and beech, alongside conifers like pine and spruce. These trees provide a dense canopy that creates a shaded and tranquil environment, offering a respite from the hustle and bustle of urban life.

The forest floor is covered with a rich carpet of mosses, ferns, and wildflowers, creating a vibrant tapestry of colors throughout the seasons. Additionally, the moss is intersected by meandering streams and small ponds, which further enhance the natural beauty of the area.

Fulwood Moss is not only visually stunning but also plays a crucial role in supporting a diverse range of wildlife. The woodland provides a habitat for various species of birds, including woodpeckers, owls, and songbirds. It is also home to mammals like deer, foxes, and squirrels, as well as numerous insects, amphibians, and reptiles.

The moss offers several well-maintained walking trails, allowing visitors to explore the woodland and immerse themselves in its beauty. Whether it be a leisurely stroll or a more adventurous hike, Fulwood Moss provides an idyllic setting for outdoor activities and a chance to connect with nature.

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Fulwood Moss Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.880551/-4.5144399 or Grid Reference NS4268. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Turf Cutting Cutting turf at Fulwood Mains.
Turf Cutting
Cutting turf at Fulwood Mains.
Ardgryfe Crescent Road at a leafy housing estate at Houston Renfrewshire.The road taking its name in part from the River Gryfe which bounds the estate to the south.
Ardgryfe Crescent
Road at a leafy housing estate at Houston Renfrewshire.The road taking its name in part from the River Gryfe which bounds the estate to the south.
Rhubarb Patch Rhubarb plants are perennial and are grown for their edible leaf stalks, although classed as a vegetable rhubarb is more usually eaten in desserts.
In this picture the plants are now dying back for the winter.
Rhubarb Patch
Rhubarb plants are perennial and are grown for their edible leaf stalks, although classed as a vegetable rhubarb is more usually eaten in desserts. In this picture the plants are now dying back for the winter.
Stubble Field of stubble at Turningshaw farm.
Stubble
Field of stubble at Turningshaw farm.
Barochan Moss An area of native broad leaved woodland important for its biodiversity, including large stands of native Birch.
Barochan Moss
An area of native broad leaved woodland important for its biodiversity, including large stands of native Birch.
Farm track Farm Track bordering Chapel Farm and woodland surrounding Houston House.
Farm track
Farm Track bordering Chapel Farm and woodland surrounding Houston House.
White House The white building is Barochan House with Chapel Farm in the foreground.
White House
The white building is Barochan House with Chapel Farm in the foreground.
Cabbage Stumps Field of cabbage stumps remaining after the cabbages were harvested. The hedge line in the middle ground marks Barochan road, with Cleaves Wood on the hill in the background.
Cabbage Stumps
Field of cabbage stumps remaining after the cabbages were harvested. The hedge line in the middle ground marks Barochan road, with Cleaves Wood on the hill in the background.
Reilly Quarry Now a massive landfill site
Reilly Quarry
Now a massive landfill site
Ben Lomond and Highland Boundary Fault from the air Viewed from a commercial aircraft, south-bound from Glasgow Airport. The River Clyde, Dumbarton, Dumbarton Rock, the Vale of Leven, Loch Lomond and Ben Lomond are the prominent features. The former Royal Ordnance Factory (ROF) at Bishopton covers much of the right foreground. Whitemoss Dam at Old Greenock Road can be seen to the left of centre in the foreground.

The Highland Boundary Fault runs from left to right across the centre of the photo.
Ben Lomond and Highland Boundary Fault from the air
Viewed from a commercial aircraft, south-bound from Glasgow Airport. The River Clyde, Dumbarton, Dumbarton Rock, the Vale of Leven, Loch Lomond and Ben Lomond are the prominent features. The former Royal Ordnance Factory (ROF) at Bishopton covers much of the right foreground. Whitemoss Dam at Old Greenock Road can be seen to the left of centre in the foreground. The Highland Boundary Fault runs from left to right across the centre of the photo.
Dargavel House This delightful mansion is owned by BAE Systems, and formed part of the former Royal Ordnance Factory facility at Bishopton which effectively took over and adapted all the buildings on site as part of the business of manufacturing armament propellants. BAE Systems now operate this site and are preparing it for a gradual handover to civilian use. The house is in relatively good repair, and will eventually be incorporated into local community use. With thanks to BAE Site Remediation for access.
Dargavel House
This delightful mansion is owned by BAE Systems, and formed part of the former Royal Ordnance Factory facility at Bishopton which effectively took over and adapted all the buildings on site as part of the business of manufacturing armament propellants. BAE Systems now operate this site and are preparing it for a gradual handover to civilian use. The house is in relatively good repair, and will eventually be incorporated into local community use. With thanks to BAE Site Remediation for access.
Road to Nowhere Part of the Barochan Moss section of the former MoD facility.  Many of the buildings and bunkers have now been levelled and the ground is undergoing decontamination. This area was part of the former Royal Ordnance Factory at Bishopton which manufactured armament propellants. BAE Systems now operate this site and are preparing it for a gradual handover to civilian use. With thanks to BAE Site Remediation for access.
Road to Nowhere
Part of the Barochan Moss section of the former MoD facility. Many of the buildings and bunkers have now been levelled and the ground is undergoing decontamination. This area was part of the former Royal Ordnance Factory at Bishopton which manufactured armament propellants. BAE Systems now operate this site and are preparing it for a gradual handover to civilian use. With thanks to BAE Site Remediation for access.
Bishopton ROF Narrow-Gauge Railway This section of the former MoD facility shows some of the network of narrow-gauge tracks used to transport materials round the site. A private railway junction just north of Bishopton Station provided a standard gauge link with the main line, and this ran the complete circuit of the property. From sidings, components used in the manufacture of propellants were delivered, then transshipped to the extensive narrow-gauge network of tracks that reached almost every building and bunker on the site. This area formed part of the former Royal Ordnance Factory at Bishopton. BAE Systems now operate this site and are preparing it for a gradual handover to civilian use. With thanks to BAE Site Remediation for access.
Bishopton ROF Narrow-Gauge Railway
This section of the former MoD facility shows some of the network of narrow-gauge tracks used to transport materials round the site. A private railway junction just north of Bishopton Station provided a standard gauge link with the main line, and this ran the complete circuit of the property. From sidings, components used in the manufacture of propellants were delivered, then transshipped to the extensive narrow-gauge network of tracks that reached almost every building and bunker on the site. This area formed part of the former Royal Ordnance Factory at Bishopton. BAE Systems now operate this site and are preparing it for a gradual handover to civilian use. With thanks to BAE Site Remediation for access.
Boundary fence at ROF Bishopton The former explosives factory at Bishopton is still strictly fenced off, despite being out of commission since about the turn of the century.
Boundary fence at ROF Bishopton
The former explosives factory at Bishopton is still strictly fenced off, despite being out of commission since about the turn of the century.
Fence at the road to Barochan House Keeping the public off the "strictly private" land surrounding Barochan House.
Fence at the road to Barochan House
Keeping the public off the "strictly private" land surrounding Barochan House.
Approaching Turningshaw Farm from the north On Turningshaw Road.
Approaching Turningshaw Farm from the north
On Turningshaw Road.
Farmland south of Turningshaw Farm In the Houston countryside.
Farmland south of Turningshaw Farm
In the Houston countryside.
Signpost at South Mains farm Pointing the direction from the B790 at the crossroads between North Mains and South Mains.
Signpost at South Mains farm
Pointing the direction from the B790 at the crossroads between North Mains and South Mains.
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Fulwood Moss is located at Grid Ref: NS4268 (Lat: 55.880551, Lng: -4.5144399)

Unitary Authority: Renfrewshire

Police Authority: Renfrewshire and Inverclyde

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