Boden Boo Plantation

Wood, Forest in Renfrewshire

Scotland

Boden Boo Plantation

Upper canal basin, Bowling Built about 1896, the basin on the Forth and Clyde Canal is Category B listed <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/LB18843" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/LB18843">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>. — Upper canal basin, Bowling Credit: Richard Sutcliffe

Boden Boo Plantation is a beautiful wood located in Renfrewshire, Scotland. It covers an area of approximately 60 hectares and is situated on the banks of the River Clyde. The plantation is well-known for its stunning natural scenery, diverse wildlife, and rich history.

The wood is predominantly composed of mixed broadleaf and coniferous trees, creating a vibrant and varied landscape. Visitors can explore numerous walking trails that wind through the plantation, allowing them to fully immerse themselves in the tranquil surroundings. The paths offer stunning views of the River Clyde and the surrounding countryside, making it a popular spot for nature enthusiasts and photographers.

Boden Boo Plantation is home to a wide range of wildlife, including various bird species, mammals, and insects. Birdwatchers can spot species such as woodpeckers, kingfishers, and herons, while lucky visitors may even catch a glimpse of red squirrels or roe deer.

The plantation also holds historical significance, as it was once part of the larger Boden Boo Estate. The estate was originally owned by the Maxwell family and played a role in the industrial development of the area. Today, the plantation serves as a reminder of the region's past and offers visitors a chance to step back in time.

Overall, Boden Boo Plantation is a must-visit destination for those seeking a peaceful retreat within nature. Its stunning scenery, diverse wildlife, and historical significance make it a truly special place in Renfrewshire.

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Boden Boo Plantation Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.915754/-4.4679704 or Grid Reference NS4571. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Upper canal basin, Bowling

Built about 1896, the basin on the Forth and Clyde Canal is Category B listed Link

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Former lock keepers' houses, Bowling

Arts and craft style houses built in 1896 beside Lock 38 on the Forth and Clyde Canal at Bowling. They are Category C listed Link

. The canal basin is Category B listed Link

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Swing bridge, Bowling Basin

Built in 1896 to carry the Lanarkshire and Dumbartonshire Railway over the Forth and Clyde Canal. It is Category B listed Link

. The photograph was taken to replicate the first image for the square NS4573 : Old Railway Bridge, Bowling, photographed in 2001 and submitted in 2005.

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Customs House, Bowling Basin

The Category B listed Link

Customs House has recently been redeveloped into a seven bedroom holiday accommodation property.

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River Clyde at Bowling

Looking up-river towards the Erskine Bridge.

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Seahorse

Seahorse has been berthed at the Bowling Basin for many years. The former Customs House NS4573 : Customs House, Bowling Basin can be seen in the distance.

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Bowling Harbour

This is where the Forth and Clyde Canal enters the Clyde.

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Red Row

Tenements on Dumbarton Road, Bowling, overlooking Bowling Harbour. The Hill of Dun is behind.

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Hoist, Bowling Basin

The hoist is used to remove masts from sailing boats that are intending to travel down the Forth and Clyde Canal, where the minimum clearance is just 3 metres.

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Bowling Lower Basin

Looking towards the former Customs House and swing bridge. The basin, which is Category B listed Link

is at the western end of the Forth and Clyde Canal.

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Boats in the Lower Basin, Bowling

A selection of pleasure craft moored at the western end of the Forth and Clyde Canal.

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Balance beam, Lock 40

The balace beam is made of angular steel NS4473 : Inside of a balance beam. This lock allows boats from the Forth and Clyde Canal to enter the Clyde through Bowling Harbour.

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Inside of a balance beam

This view is looking inside, down the length of the balance beam for Lock 40 NS4473 : Balance beam, Lock 40. The balance beam is made of angular steel, and has openings along its length.

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Lock 40, Bowling

The raised stone sets give a good grip when pushing the balance beam to open or close the lock.

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Low Flyer

One of the many boats moored in the Lower Basin at Bowling.

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Customs House, Bowling Basin

The Category B listed Link

Customs House has recently been redeveloped into a seven bedroom holiday accommodation property.

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Boats at Bowling

Some of the narrowboats and yachts moored on the Forth and Clyde Canal at Bowling.

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New path

A new path and cycleway has recently been laid, which leads off from the Forth and Clyde Canal towpath. This joins the route of the former Lanarkshire and Dumbartonshire Railway railway. The new path will cross the canal over the old swing bridge at Bowling, over the current railway line and then over the A814 to join the existing route which follows the route of the old line.

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Boden Boo Plantation is located at Grid Ref: NS4571 (Lat: 55.915754, Lng: -4.4679704)

Unitary Authority: Renfrewshire

Police Authority: Renfrewshire and Inverclyde