Bank Plantation

Wood, Forest in Kirkcudbrightshire

Scotland

Bank Plantation

Glengap Burn in Glengap Forest Credit: John Ferguson

Bank Plantation is a large wooded area located in Kirkcudbrightshire, Scotland. Covering approximately 100 hectares, the plantation is predominantly made up of a variety of tree species, including oak, beech, and pine. The trees in the plantation are well-established and provide a dense canopy, creating a peaceful and secluded atmosphere for visitors to enjoy.

The plantation is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, offering opportunities for walking, hiking, and birdwatching. There are several well-maintained trails that wind through the woodland, allowing visitors to explore the diverse flora and fauna that call Bank Plantation home. Wildlife such as red squirrels, deer, and a variety of bird species can often be spotted throughout the area.

Bank Plantation is managed by the local forestry commission, who work to maintain the health and sustainability of the woodland. They regularly carry out tree thinning and replanting projects to ensure the continued growth and development of the plantation. Overall, Bank Plantation is a tranquil and picturesque woodland that provides a natural escape for visitors to immerse themselves in the beauty of the Scottish countryside.

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Bank Plantation Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.910204/-4.0944847 or Grid Reference NX6559. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Glengap Burn in Glengap Forest

John Ferguson

Rough farm track at a small plantation at Glengap Farm

John Ferguson

Cattle grazing below Dow Craig Hill

John Ferguson

Farm track below Dow Craig Hill

John Ferguson

Sheepfold and woods towards Flee Cairn

taken pretty much up the boundary between NX6460 and NX6560.

Kirsty Smith

Linn Hill

Viewed from north-west, over Loch Mannoch.

Anthony O'Neil

Northern slopes of Dow Craig

This Craig can be called Dow, Dhu, Dew, or Daw. The mixed language of Galloway place-names.

Sue King-Smith

Dow Craig Hill

Taken from the track at the other side of the stream

Kirsty Smith

Fuffock Burn, Glencap Forest

Taken from the southernmost forest track in the Glencap Forest

Kirsty Smith

Looking towards Meikle Culcaigrie Hill

Meikle Culcaigrie Hill from under the sheepfold near Trostrie. Sheepfold is on the left. Put this photo against the hill in the foreground.

Kirsty Smith

Meikle Culcaigrie from Glencap Bridge

Think that must be Pharoah's Throne at the left hand side.

Kirsty Smith

Beeches at 'Oaks of Kirkconnell'

Crosbie Smith

Glengap Forest â Red Nick

View south where Red Nick Burn flows under the track into the Glengap Burn; the forestry track leads down to the hamlet of Glengap.

Chris Newman

Fore Hill of Glengap

The forest road can just be seen climbing and cutting up the north side of Fore Hill of Glengap to an approximate height of 250m in the Glengap Forest.

Chris Newman

Loch Mannoch looking northwards

There are several well-defined tracks in the vicinity but none circumscribes the loch itself and the north-western shoreline can be very boggy and subject to flooding. Glengap Forest lies to the south-west. The area is accessible via a narrow road running northwards from the A75 at Twynholm.

Anthony O'Neil