Barholm Wood

Wood, Forest in Kirkcudbrightshire

Scotland

Barholm Wood

Cliff-McCulloch Memorial on Cairny Hill Memorial to members of the Cliff-McCulloch family. The inscription reads:
Sacred | to the memory of | Janet McCulloch Cliff-McCulloch | the wife of | E. A. Cliff-McCulloch, | who died at Kirkclaugh, on the 28th March 1911, | in her 59th year. | &quot;A woman greatly beloved.&quot; | And of her husband | Edward Adam Cliff-McCulloch | who died at Carlisle on the 31st August 1915, | in his 64th year, | and of their third son | Walter Alexander Cliff-McCulloch | Lieutenant, Royal Irish Rifles, | killed in action in France on the 27th February 1916 | and buried in the British Cemetery Vermelles, | aged 29 years. | And of their grand-son | Alexander Peter Cliff-McCulloch | Sgt. Air Gunner killed night 31st May - 1st June 1944 | on flying operations over North Sea, | aged 28 [y]ear[s]. | And of their eldest son | Willian Edward Clif[f]-McCulloch | father of Alexander P[e]ter | D[ie]d 1[3?]th Oct. 1957, [ag]ed 76 years. — Cliff-McCulloch Memorial on Cairny Hill Credit: Colin Mackenzie

Barholm Wood is a picturesque forest located in Kirkcudbrightshire, Scotland. Covering an area of approximately 200 acres, it is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and outdoor lovers. The wood is situated near the village of Ringford, just a few miles south of Castle Douglas.

Barholm Wood boasts a diverse range of flora and fauna, making it a haven for wildlife. The wood is predominantly composed of native broadleaf trees such as oak, beech, and birch. These trees provide a rich habitat for various species of birds, mammals, and insects.

The forest is crisscrossed by a network of well-maintained trails, allowing visitors to explore the woodland at their leisure. These paths are suitable for walkers of all abilities and offer breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside. Along the way, visitors may encounter hidden ponds, babbling brooks, and tranquil glades, creating a truly immersive natural experience.

Barholm Wood is also home to a variety of rare and protected species. The Scottish Wildcat, one of the most endangered animals in the United Kingdom, can be found roaming the forest. Additionally, the wood is known for its diverse bird population, including woodpeckers, owls, and various species of warblers.

Visitors to Barholm Wood can enjoy a range of activities, such as peaceful walks, birdwatching, and nature photography. The forest provides a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, offering a chance to reconnect with nature in a tranquil and idyllic setting.

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Barholm Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.846587/-4.3027184 or Grid Reference NX5252. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Cliff-McCulloch Memorial on Cairny Hill

Colin Mackenzie

Auchinlarie Holiday Park

Richard Webb

A75, Auchenlarie

Richard Webb

Field, Ravenshall

Richard Webb

Ravenshall Wood

Between the coast and A75.

Richard Webb

A75, Ravenshall

Richard Webb

A75, Cairnhill

Richard Webb

Fields, Kirkdale

Above a steep drop to the shoreline.

Richard Webb

Ravenshall Point

Looking ESE along the shoreline of Wigtown Bay.

David Purchase

Rocks at Ravenshall Point

The grid reference and direction are approximate.

David Purchase

Rocks at Ravenshall Point

The coastline at Borness Point, south of Kirkcudbright, is seen on the left.

David Purchase

Rocks at Ravenshall Point

A fine geological specimen! If I am given the technical details, I will happily include them.

David Purchase

Chambered Cairn at Cairnholy

Cairnholy chambered cairns lie just off the A75 between Gatehouse of Fleet and Creetown. The Cairns are well signposted and the single track road that leads you to them is very scenic. Towards evening, if you are fortunate you may see owls gliding silently through the shadows of the woods. The cairns may well have been part of a larger group of burials and are oriented in a north south direction with a magnificent view of the sunset across Wigtown Bay to the West.

John Phillips

Road cutting, Barholm Wood

looking across the A75 at the Heughs of Barholm

Kirsty Smith

Cairnholy 1: chambered tomb

Remains of neolithic chambered tomb, 4000-6000 years old. See also photo of Cairnholy 2, 150 yards from this one.

ally McGurk

Cairnholy 2: chambered tomb

This is the second Cairnholy tomb: please also see the photo of Cairnholy 1. Tombs for the ancestors were important for the early farming communities that lived here in the neolithic period between 6000-4000 years ago.

ally McGurk

Auchenlarie beach

Looking SE along the coast from Auchenlarie towards the entrance to Fleet Bay. The small beach and inlet here, typical of this stretch of coastline, made this area popular with smugglers in the 18th century.Walter Scott's character Dirk Hatteraick is based on the real life smuggler Captain Yawkins who had a storage cave in the cliff face just below the point where this photograph was taken.

IAN PURDHAM

Cairnholy II Chambered Cairn

Cairnholy II was excavated in 1949 along with its neighbour, Cairnholy I (see NX5153). Finds from it included Beaker pottery. The taller of the two portal stones seen here is 2.9 metres high. The other has perhaps been broken.

Eileen Henderson

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Barholm Wood is located at Grid Ref: NX5252 (Lat: 54.846587, Lng: -4.3027184)

Unitary Authority: Dumfries and Galloway

Police Authority: Dumfries and Galloway