Barhill Plantation

Wood, Forest in Renfrewshire

Scotland

Barhill 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

Barhill Plantation is a picturesque woodland area located in Renfrewshire, Scotland. Covering an expansive area, the plantation is known for its dense forests and diverse array of plant and animal life.

The woodland is primarily composed of native tree species such as oak, birch, and rowan, creating a rich and varied ecosystem. The lush undergrowth, consisting of ferns, mosses, and wildflowers, adds to the area's natural beauty. The diverse vegetation provides a habitat for a wide range of wildlife, including deer, foxes, squirrels, and a variety of bird species.

Barhill Plantation offers an ideal environment for outdoor activities and exploration. Numerous walking trails wind their way through the woodland, providing visitors with an opportunity to immerse themselves in the tranquility of nature. The trails vary in difficulty, catering to both experienced hikers and casual strollers.

The plantation also has designated picnic areas, allowing visitors to enjoy a leisurely meal amidst the peaceful surroundings. Additionally, there are several viewpoints within the woodland that offer stunning panoramic vistas of the surrounding countryside.

Barhill Plantation is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and photographers alike. Its serene ambiance and untouched beauty make it a perfect spot for capturing unique and breathtaking images.

Overall, Barhill Plantation in Renfrewshire is a natural haven that offers a diverse range of flora and fauna, making it an ideal destination for those seeking a peaceful retreat or an outdoor adventure.

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Barhill Plantation Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.914701/-4.4626383 or Grid Reference NS4671. 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

Richard Sutcliffe

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

Richard Sutcliffe

River Clyde at Bowling

Looking up-river towards the Erskine Bridge.

Richard Sutcliffe

Boats at Bowling

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

Richard Sutcliffe

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.

Richard Sutcliffe

New path

A new path and cycleway has recently been laid, which leads off from the Forth and Clyde Canal towpath. At this point it 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.

Richard Sutcliffe

Lock 38, Bowling

The lock, which is Category B listed Link

and dates from 1896 is located between the east end of the upper canal basin and the Forth and Clyde Canal itself.

Richard Sutcliffe

Decorative gate, Bowling Basin

The gate depicts a stylised steam locomotive crossing the Forth and Clyde Canal over the swing bridge beside the Customs House and bears the date 1950.

Richard Sutcliffe

New steps up to the old railway line

A new path and cycleway has recently been laid, which leads off from the Forth and Clyde Canal towpath. It then follows the route of the former Lanarkshire and Dumbartonshire Railway railway. The new path will cross the canal over the old swing bridge, then cross over the current railway line and then over the A814 to join the existing route which follows the route of the old line. These steps and a ramp to the left lead up to the railway line from beside the Bowling Basin. Work is still underway on the bridges, so there is no access yet (this photograph was taken through a temporary fence).

Richard Sutcliffe

The Erskine Bridge

The A898 crossing the River Clyde.

Eirian Evans

The River Clyde

Seen through the barrier of the Erskine Bridge.

Eirian Evans

A Buchanan Memorials

Supplier of monumental headstones, based at the corner of Old Dalnottar Cemetery, beside the A82.

Richard Sutcliffe

Ruined buildings

Apparently this was once a piggery. The graffiti has changed since photographed a few years earlier NS4772 : Ruined piggery.

Richard Sutcliffe

The Erskine Bridge

A zoomed view from about 1km away. A heavy rain shower has just passed through, and the spray from vehicles crossing the bridge is visible even from this distance.

Richard Sutcliffe