Gallow Law Plantation

Wood, Forest in Ayrshire

Scotland

Gallow Law Plantation

Sunrise over a herd of Ayrshires Credit: Alan Reid

Gallow Law Plantation is a sprawling woodland located in Ayrshire, Scotland. Covering an area of approximately 500 hectares, it is one of the largest plantations in the region. The plantation is primarily composed of a mixture of coniferous and broadleaf trees, providing a diverse habitat for various wildlife species.

Situated on the gently sloping terrain, Gallow Law Plantation offers picturesque views of the surrounding countryside. The woodland is home to a variety of tree species, including Scots pine, oak, and beech, which contribute to its vibrant and lush appearance throughout the year. The plantation is carefully managed to ensure the sustainability of the woodland and promote biodiversity.

Visitors to Gallow Law Plantation can enjoy a range of recreational activities such as walking, hiking, and birdwatching. The well-maintained trails meander through the plantation, providing opportunities to explore the natural beauty of the area. Bird enthusiasts may catch sight of species like woodpeckers, owls, and various songbirds that inhabit the woodland.

Additionally, Gallow Law Plantation serves as an important carbon sink, playing a crucial role in mitigating climate change by absorbing and storing carbon dioxide. The woodland also acts as a natural flood defense, reducing the risk of flooding in nearby areas.

Overall, Gallow Law Plantation is a magnificent woodland that offers a tranquil escape for nature lovers and provides valuable ecological benefits to the region.

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Gallow Law Plantation Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.593003/-4.334319 or Grid Reference NS5235. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Sunrise over a herd of Ayrshires

Alan Reid

Road through Maxwood Holdings

Alan Reid

Road to Middle Third

Alan Reid

Spring leaves in rural Ayrshire

Alan Reid

Minor road south of Galston

This road runs between Sornhill and Newmilns. It is seen here from just east of the junction with minor road that goes to Priestland.

Alec MacKinnon

Old Milestone, A71, Newmilns

Ayr granite by the A71, in parish of Loudoun (East Ayrshire District), Newmilns, outside the Townhouse near pedestrian crossing, South side of road. The view of the East face is NS5337 : Old Milestone by the A71, Newmilns. Inscription reads: Kilmarnock / 7 / Galston / 2½ // Edinburgh / 54 / Darvel / 1¾ Milestone Society National ID: AYE_KMED07

Martin Morrison

The Gallowlaw Cairn - freshly painted

During the Killing Times, in 1684 James Smith of East Threepwood sheltered local Covenanters who had escaped from Newmilns Tower. Challenged, Smith was shot and wounded by Dragoons of John Graham of Claverhouse (Bluidy Clavers) at the Burn of Ann, and thereafter died of his wounds in Mauchline Prison. He was buried at Mauchline Parish Church.

Gordon Brown

Newmilns Town House, 48-50 Main Street, Newmilns, East Ayrshire

Newmilns Town House was built by John Campbell, 4th Earl of Loudoun, in 1739 and is a sign of Newmilns' prosperity during the handloom weaving period. The steps led to the council chamber and the side door (on the Main Street) led to the barrel-vaulted tolbooth/prison. The town bell (housed in the belltower above the building) is engraved with the date 1547, predating the building below.

Raibeart MacAoidh

Newmilns Tower

Newmilns Tower was built circa 1530 for the Campbells of Loudoun. During the "Killing Times" the tower was occupied by Captain Inglis and his dragoons and used for imprisoning Covenanters. The tower was fully restored by the Strathclyde Building Preservation Trust in the 1990s and is now a privately owned residence. The exterior is covered with traditional "Lime Harl" and "Limewash" to protect the underlying masonry from rain and frost erosion. Scottish Castles Association - Newmilns Tower Link

Raibeart MacAoidh

Loudoun Church, Newmilns, East Ayrshire

Memorial plaque dedicated to the memory of Murdoch Nisbet at Loudoun Church, Newmilns. In 1520 Murdoch Nisbet made the earliest translation of the New Testament into the native Scots Tongue.

Raibeart MacAoidh