Boreland Wood

Wood, Forest in Kirkcudbrightshire

Scotland

Boreland Wood

Inlet, Knockbrex Bay Rock outcrops, almost covered by turf, at the side of an inlet on Knockbrex Bay. Knockbrex House can be seen over the coastal fields. — Inlet, Knockbrex Bay Credit: Jonathan Wilkins

Boreland Wood is a beautiful woodland located in Kirkcudbrightshire, Scotland. It covers an area of approximately 100 acres and is known for its diverse range of flora and fauna. The wood is situated near the village of Boreland and is easily accessible to visitors.

The woodland is predominantly made up of native broad-leaved trees such as oak, birch, and beech, creating a rich and varied habitat. The canopy of the trees provides shelter for a wide range of bird species, including woodpeckers, owls, and various songbirds. It is a popular spot for birdwatchers who come to observe and listen to the melodic sounds of the woodland's avian inhabitants.

In addition to its avian population, Boreland Wood is also home to a variety of mammals, including red squirrels, badgers, and deer. The woodland provides an ideal habitat for these creatures, with its dense undergrowth and ample food sources. Visitors may be lucky enough to catch a glimpse of these elusive animals during their visit.

For nature enthusiasts, Boreland Wood offers several walking trails that wind through the trees, allowing visitors to explore the woodland at their own pace. The trails offer stunning views of the surrounding countryside, with glimpses of nearby lochs and rolling hills.

Boreland Wood is managed by the local forestry commission, who work to preserve the natural beauty of the area and ensure its sustainability for future generations. The woodland is a cherished local treasure and a haven for those seeking solace in nature.

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Boreland Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.836438/-4.1995765 or Grid Reference NX5851. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Inlet, Knockbrex Bay

Rock outcrops, almost covered by turf, at the side of an inlet on Knockbrex Bay. Knockbrex House can be seen over the coastal fields.

Jonathan Wilkins

Folded strata

Rock outcrops on the shore are bedded greywackes belonging to the Kirkmaiden Formation, of Silurian (Llandovery) age. Their hardness and resistance to erosion is due to their state of metamorphism through deep burial during continental collision. The folding demonstrated here was caused by differential movement along faults separating adjacent slices of sediments as they were scraped off a descending oceanic plate (an "accretionary prism").

Jonathan Wilkins

Upright strata

Large areas of the foreshore here comprise vertically disposed beds of Silurian greywacke which show only gentle folding. See also NX5749 : Folded strata for an interpretation of the disposition and nature of the rocks here.

Jonathan Wilkins

Coastal pasture, Knockbrex

Richard Webb

Unused gate

Unused gate on the Knockbrex Estate.

Chris McAuley

Navigation pillars at Knockbrex Bay

Three pillars in the bay act as navigation markers for a small harbour at Knockbrex. This was viewed at low tide.

Walter Baxter

A navigation pillar at Knockbrex Bay

This is one of three pillars that act as navigation markers for a small harbour at Knockbrex. For a view of all three pillars, see NX5849 : Navigation pillars at Knockbrex Bay.

Walter Baxter

A navigation pillar at Knockbrex Bay

This is one of three pillars that act as navigation markers for a small harbour at Knockbrex. The harbour is just out of shot to the right. For a view of all three pillars, see NX5849 : Navigation pillars at Knockbrex Bay.

Walter Baxter

Shore at Knockbrex

looking across the mouth of Knockbrex bay to Bar Hill

Kirsty Smith

Flight of Geese

Coming or going it's always a nice sight

Malcolm Morris

Navigation Pillars

The Navigation Pillars at Knockbrex, as marked on OS Map

Alan Pitkethley

Knockbrex Castle

Knockbrex Castle sits near the shore at Knockbrex Bay. It is not an ancient building but dates from 1900. The building was based on Warwick Castle and was originally the garage block for Knockbrex House!

Ann Cook

Wall at Knockbrex Castle

This wall is to the right of the castle entrance.

Ann Cook

Pebbly beach near Knockbrex.

This photograph was taken when the tide was half full. Ardwall Isle is in the distance.

Ann Cook

An area of grass next to the beach

This is an area of grass where cars can park beside the beach. Murray's Isles can be seen in the distance. These are some of the Islands of Fleet.

Ann Cook

Grass above the shoreline

This grassy area is above a rocky shoreline near Knockbrex. Ardwall Isle is to the left and Murray's Isles can be seen on the right. The Machars is on the horizon.

Ann Cook