Tofts Wood

Wood, Forest in Renfrewshire

Scotland

Tofts Wood

National Trust for Scotland small houses restoration plaque A cottage <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1871213" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1871213">Link</a> in Polnoon Street was one of the first houses to be restored in Eaglesham.  A plaque indicates that this single-storey cottage was restored in association with the National Trust for Scotland.
National Trust for Scotland small houses restoration plaque Credit: Kenneth Mallard

Tofts Wood is a charming forest located in the region of Renfrewshire, Scotland. Stretching across an area of approximately 50 acres, it offers visitors a tranquil and picturesque setting to explore and connect with nature. The wood is situated near the village of Lochwinnoch, providing easy access for locals and tourists alike.

The woodland is predominantly composed of native broadleaf trees, including oak, birch, and beech, which create a diverse and vibrant ecosystem. The dense canopy provides shade during the summer months, making it a pleasant place to wander and escape the heat. The forest floor is adorned with a rich carpet of ferns, wildflowers, and mosses, adding to its enchanting atmosphere.

Tofts Wood boasts a network of well-maintained trails that wind through the forest, ensuring visitors can explore its natural beauty with ease. These paths cater to both casual walkers and more avid hikers, offering a range of distances and difficulty levels.

Nature enthusiasts will delight in the abundance of wildlife that calls Tofts Wood home. The forest is home to a variety of bird species, including woodpeckers, owls, and songbirds. Additionally, squirrels, rabbits, and deer can often be spotted, adding a sense of wonder and excitement to any visit.

The wood also houses a small, tranquil pond, which serves as a habitat for various aquatic creatures and provides a peaceful setting for reflection and relaxation. Furthermore, there are picnic areas and benches scattered throughout the wood, allowing visitors to pause and appreciate the natural surroundings.

Overall, Tofts Wood in Renfrewshire is a haven for those seeking a peaceful retreat in the heart of nature. Its diverse flora and fauna, well-maintained trails, and serene atmosphere make it an ideal destination for outdoor enthusiasts of all ages.

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Tofts Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.749438/-4.298544 or Grid Reference NS5553. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

National Trust for Scotland small houses restoration plaque A cottage <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1871213" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1871213">Link</a> in Polnoon Street was one of the first houses to be restored in Eaglesham.  A plaque indicates that this single-storey cottage was restored in association with the National Trust for Scotland.
National Trust for Scotland small houses restoration plaque
A cottage Link in Polnoon Street was one of the first houses to be restored in Eaglesham. A plaque indicates that this single-storey cottage was restored in association with the National Trust for Scotland.
Eaglesham Old Mill The first or Old Mill in Eaglesham was established in 1791 at Townhead.  Part of the mill wall survives in the garden of Picketlaw House.
Eaglesham Old Mill
The first or Old Mill in Eaglesham was established in 1791 at Townhead. Part of the mill wall survives in the garden of Picketlaw House.
Coo Lane Coo Lane once led to the pastures behind Polnoon Street. The building in the foreground was once a United Presbyterian Church before the congregation moved to a new building in Montgomery Street. Click on these links to discover about the churches and Covenanters <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1424798" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1424798">Link</a> <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1897780" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1897780">Link</a> <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1432415" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1432415">Link</a> <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2385555" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2385555">Link</a> .
Coo Lane
Coo Lane once led to the pastures behind Polnoon Street. The building in the foreground was once a United Presbyterian Church before the congregation moved to a new building in Montgomery Street. Click on these links to discover about the churches and Covenanters Link Link Link Link .
Glendinning Place The Secession Church broke away from the established church in 1733 and established a church of the Burgher Faction, the Cameronian Church in Glendinning Place. Sometime after the church closed, the meeting house became the Old Concert Hall for a time before being converted to a private residence. Click on these links to discover about the churches and Covenanters <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1424798" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1424798">Link</a> <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1897780" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1897780">Link</a> <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1432415" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1432415">Link</a> .
Glendinning Place
The Secession Church broke away from the established church in 1733 and established a church of the Burgher Faction, the Cameronian Church in Glendinning Place. Sometime after the church closed, the meeting house became the Old Concert Hall for a time before being converted to a private residence. Click on these links to discover about the churches and Covenanters Link Link Link .
West Titwood Near Newton Mearns.
West Titwood
Near Newton Mearns.
Montgomerie Armorial Arms Panel The Montgomerie armorial arms panel from Polnoon Castle <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1480519" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1480519">Link</a> can be seen above the doorway of the former Cross Keys Inn <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1875376" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1875376">Link</a> tacked in 1773. The panel was originally been set in a recess above the entrance to Polnoon Castle commemorates Sir John de Montgomerie's marriage to Elizabeth, daughter and heiress of Sir Hugh Eglinton of that Ilk, one of the two Justicaries of Scotland in 1361. Sir John de Montgomerie quartered with his own, the Eglinton arms which were "three gules, three rings or gemmed azure".
Montgomerie Armorial Arms Panel
The Montgomerie armorial arms panel from Polnoon Castle Link can be seen above the doorway of the former Cross Keys Inn Link tacked in 1773. The panel was originally been set in a recess above the entrance to Polnoon Castle commemorates Sir John de Montgomerie's marriage to Elizabeth, daughter and heiress of Sir Hugh Eglinton of that Ilk, one of the two Justicaries of Scotland in 1361. Sir John de Montgomerie quartered with his own, the Eglinton arms which were "three gules, three rings or gemmed azure".
Eaglesham, The Common View across the elongated triangular village green towards the parish church.
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Eaglesham, The Common
View across the elongated triangular village green towards the parish church. LinkExternal link
Eaglesham, Montgomery Street Main street, named after the Earls of Eglinton, in the planned village of Eaglesham.
Eaglesham, Montgomery Street
Main street, named after the Earls of Eglinton, in the planned village of Eaglesham.
Masonic Lodge, Eaglesham, Scotland. Lodge Eaglesham No.1265, Eaglesham, Scotland.
Masonic Lodge, Eaglesham, Scotland.
Lodge Eaglesham No.1265, Eaglesham, Scotland.
Mid Road, Eaglesham Looking across a bridge over Eaglesham Burn towards Montgomery Street.
Mid Road, Eaglesham
Looking across a bridge over Eaglesham Burn towards Montgomery Street.
Old Signpost in Eaglesham At the main crossroads in Eaglesham.
Old Signpost in Eaglesham
At the main crossroads in Eaglesham.
Eglinton Arms, Eaglesham Hotel on Gilmour Street in Eaglesham.
Eglinton Arms, Eaglesham
Hotel on Gilmour Street in Eaglesham.
Polnoon Street, Eaglesham Looking up Polnoon Street from Gilmour Street.
Polnoon Street, Eaglesham
Looking up Polnoon Street from Gilmour Street.
Belle Craig Roundabout The intersection of the A726, East Kilbride to Kimarnock road, and the B767, Eaglesham to Busby road, from which the photograph is taken.
Belle Craig Roundabout
The intersection of the A726, East Kilbride to Kimarnock road, and the B767, Eaglesham to Busby road, from which the photograph is taken.
Small copse of trees at Waterfoot At the corner of Glasgow Road (B767) and Floors Road (a minor road).
Small copse of trees at Waterfoot
At the corner of Glasgow Road (B767) and Floors Road (a minor road).
Floors Farm South of Newton Mearns and just north of the minor road Floors Road.
Floors Farm
South of Newton Mearns and just north of the minor road Floors Road.
Bonnyton Farm On Bonnyton Moor Road just south of the A726.
Bonnyton Farm
On Bonnyton Moor Road just south of the A726.
Kirkton Moor Road Heading towards Bonnyton Golf Course with the mist beginning to settle in on the Eaglesham Moors.
Kirkton Moor Road
Heading towards Bonnyton Golf Course with the mist beginning to settle in on the Eaglesham Moors.
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Tofts Wood is located at Grid Ref: NS5553 (Lat: 55.749438, Lng: -4.298544)

Unitary Authority: East Renfrewshire

Police Authority: Greater Glasgow

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