Baldorran Wood

Wood, Forest in Stirlingshire

Scotland

Baldorran Wood

Parish church, Milton of Campsie This building has since been closed, as a new church has been built.
Parish church, Milton of Campsie Credit: John Lord

Baldorran Wood, located in Stirlingshire, Scotland, is a picturesque forest that covers an area of approximately 100 hectares. This woodland is nestled in the heart of the Central Belt, making it easily accessible to visitors from nearby towns and cities.

The wood is predominantly made up of native broadleaf trees, such as oak, birch, and ash, which create a diverse and vibrant ecosystem. These trees provide a habitat for various species of wildlife, including birds, mammals, and insects. Nature enthusiasts can expect to see a variety of bird species, such as woodpeckers, thrushes, and owls, as well as mammals like red squirrels and deer.

The forest is crisscrossed with a network of well-maintained footpaths, allowing visitors to explore the area at their own pace. These paths meander through the wood, offering stunning views of the surrounding countryside and providing opportunities for peaceful walks and hikes.

Baldorran Wood is not only a haven for nature lovers but also a site of historical significance. In the heart of the forest, there are remnants of ancient settlements, including stone circles and burial mounds, which provide a glimpse into the area's rich past.

The wood is managed by a local conservation organization, which ensures the protection and preservation of its natural beauty. They also organize educational activities and events, allowing visitors to learn more about the forest's ecology and history.

In conclusion, Baldorran Wood is a captivating forest in Stirlingshire, offering a tranquil escape into nature, abundant wildlife, and a fascinating glimpse into the region's history.

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Baldorran Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.96792/-4.1556627 or Grid Reference NS6577. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Parish church, Milton of Campsie This building has since been closed, as a new church has been built.
Parish church, Milton of Campsie
This building has since been closed, as a new church has been built.
Ashenwell Dams Part of the system of water works above Milton of Campsie
Ashenwell Dams
Part of the system of water works above Milton of Campsie
Blane Valley Railway The railway ran from Lenzie up to Dumgoyne and on to Aberfoyle and Stirling. It is now a path along much of its length.
Blane Valley Railway
The railway ran from Lenzie up to Dumgoyne and on to Aberfoyle and Stirling. It is now a path along much of its length.
Blane Valley Railway The path on the trackbed runs beside the Glazert Water. It was popular with fishermen today.
Blane Valley Railway
The path on the trackbed runs beside the Glazert Water. It was popular with fishermen today.
Milton of Campsie Station The bridge has been partly filled and now a pipe takes the Strathkelvin walkway, a cycle/foot path through the arch. There were platforms (still there) on both sides of the B757 bridge.
Milton of Campsie Station
The bridge has been partly filled and now a pipe takes the Strathkelvin walkway, a cycle/foot path through the arch. There were platforms (still there) on both sides of the B757 bridge.
Blane Valley Railway Now the trackbed is the Strathkelvin Walkway a cycle / foot path. The path is tarred after Lennoxtown.
Blane Valley Railway
Now the trackbed is the Strathkelvin Walkway a cycle / foot path. The path is tarred after Lennoxtown.
Former railway bridge To the west of the bridge the trackbed is lost beneath a landfill site. The bridge carried a road over the Kelvin Valley Railway.
Former railway bridge
To the west of the bridge the trackbed is lost beneath a landfill site. The bridge carried a road over the Kelvin Valley Railway.
Lochmill Smallholdings
Lochmill Smallholdings
Glorat Estate [1] Forested knoll to the east of Glorat.
Glorat Estate [1]
Forested knoll to the east of Glorat.
Glorat Estate [2] View of weir on channel which abstracts water for the Alloch Dam.
Glorat Estate [2]
View of weir on channel which abstracts water for the Alloch Dam.
Glorat Estate [3] View of sluice and overflow weir on channel that flows from the Ashenwell Dams to Alloch Dam.
Glorat Estate [3]
View of sluice and overflow weir on channel that flows from the Ashenwell Dams to Alloch Dam.
Glorat Estate [4] View to Alloch Dam.
Glorat Estate [4]
View to Alloch Dam.
Glorat Estate [5] the boat sheds And Alloch Dam.
Glorat Estate [5] the boat sheds
And Alloch Dam.
Glorat Estate [6] the boat sheds [2] Deteriorating since <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1564349">NS6477 : Alloch Dam Boathouses</a> was taken in 2007.
Glorat Estate [6] the boat sheds [2]
Deteriorating since NS6477 : Alloch Dam Boathouses was taken in 2007.
Glorat Estate [7] Alloch Dam sluice From here the water flows along a channel to the next user of it, Mount Dam.
Glorat Estate [7] Alloch Dam sluice
From here the water flows along a channel to the next user of it, Mount Dam.
Glorat Estate [8] Alloch Dam sluice
Glorat Estate [8] Alloch Dam sluice
Glorat Estate [9] feeder channel Channel from Alloch to Mount Dam.
Glorat Estate [9] feeder channel
Channel from Alloch to Mount Dam.
Glorat Estate [10] Alloch Dam The swans sallied over to see who the visitors were.
Glorat Estate [10] Alloch Dam
The swans sallied over to see who the visitors were.
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Baldorran Wood is located at Grid Ref: NS6577 (Lat: 55.96792, Lng: -4.1556627)

Unitary Authority: East Dunbartonshire

Police Authority: Greater Glasgow

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Located within 500m of 55.96792,-4.1556627
Barrier: cattle_grid
Bicycle: yes
Foot: yes
Lat/Long: 55.9691007/-4.1534369
Post Box
Post Box Type: lamp
Royal Cypher: scottish_crown
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 55.9647087/-4.1610504
Bench
Lat/Long: 55.9646674/-4.1610634
Fast Food
Antermony Rolls
Lat/Long: 55.9648735/-4.1609401
Shop: hairdresser
Lat/Long: 55.9648605/-4.1608793
Crossing
Crossing: marked
Lat/Long: 55.9649425/-4.1615435
Defibrillator
Defibrillator Location: outside Scotmid, Antermony Road, Milton of Campsie
Emergency: defibrillator
Indoor: no
Lat/Long: 55.9645691/-4.1602073
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