Barsoles Wood

Wood, Forest in Kirkcudbrightshire

Scotland

Barsoles Wood

Urr Water from Buittle Bridge
Urr Water from Buittle Bridge Credit: Eirian Evans

Barsoles Wood, located in Kirkcudbrightshire, is a captivating forest known for its natural beauty and diverse ecosystem. The wood spans an impressive area, offering visitors a serene and peaceful environment to explore. With its enchanting woodland trails and towering trees, Barsoles Wood is a haven for nature enthusiasts and hikers alike.

The forest is home to a variety of tree species, including oak, beech, and pine, which dominate the landscape and create a stunning canopy overhead. The rich undergrowth supports a thriving population of flora, including bluebells, wild garlic, and various ferns. These vibrant plants add an extra layer of beauty to the woodland, especially during the spring and summer months.

Barsoles Wood provides a habitat for a wide array of wildlife, making it a must-visit destination for animal lovers. Visitors may have the chance to spot red squirrels, badgers, and a variety of bird species, including woodpeckers and owls. The forest is also home to a diverse range of insects, amphibians, and small mammals.

The wood offers a network of well-maintained walking trails, allowing visitors to explore its beauty at their own pace. These paths wind through the forest, leading visitors to picturesque viewpoints, tranquil ponds, and hidden groves. The peaceful atmosphere and stunning scenery make Barsoles Wood an ideal location for a leisurely stroll or a more challenging hike.

Overall, Barsoles Wood in Kirkcudbrightshire is a captivating destination for nature enthusiasts, offering a diverse ecosystem, stunning scenery, and an abundance of wildlife. Whether it's a quiet walk or an exploration of the woodland trails, visitors are sure to be enchanted by the natural beauty of this idyllic forest.

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Barsoles Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.944141/-3.8451034 or Grid Reference NX8162. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Urr Water from Buittle Bridge
Urr Water from Buittle Bridge
Craignaire Street, Dalbeattie Terraced housing lining the street
Craignaire Street, Dalbeattie
Terraced housing lining the street
St Peter's Catholic Church, Dalbeattie Built in 1814, this is the oldest church in Dalbeattie
St Peter's Catholic Church, Dalbeattie
Built in 1814, this is the oldest church in Dalbeattie
Terraced cottages, Dalbeattie On the west side of John Street
Terraced cottages, Dalbeattie
On the west side of John Street
Colliston Park, Dalbeattie The park is named after Miss Copland of Colliston who gifted the land to Dalbeattie in 1900.
Colliston Park, Dalbeattie
The park is named after Miss Copland of Colliston who gifted the land to Dalbeattie in 1900.
Cottages, Maxwell Street A fine terrace of cottages in the local granite vernacular.
Cottages, Maxwell Street
A fine terrace of cottages in the local granite vernacular.
Granite tower A very distinctive building on the corner of John Street and High Street, the Round House dates from 1800 when it was built as a dwelling. In the mid 19th century it was rebuilt with its present round front as a shop - nowadays the upper story is a holiday let.
Granite tower
A very distinctive building on the corner of John Street and High Street, the Round House dates from 1800 when it was built as a dwelling. In the mid 19th century it was rebuilt with its present round front as a shop - nowadays the upper story is a holiday let.
Dalbeattie Burn A view of the Dalbeattie Burn by the High Street bridge, where it is constrained by a high wall adjacent to the town centre car park.
Dalbeattie Burn
A view of the Dalbeattie Burn by the High Street bridge, where it is constrained by a high wall adjacent to the town centre car park.
Closed cafe, Dalbeattie The baker is still going strong,
Closed cafe, Dalbeattie
The baker is still going strong,
High Street, Dalbeattie
High Street, Dalbeattie
Buittle or Craignair Bridge Buittle Bridge, also known as Craignair Bridge is a bridge over the Urr Water just outside Dalbeattie in Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland. Completed in 1797, it replaced an earlier two-span bridge of the same name which was destroyed in a flood a short time after its completion.
Buittle or Craignair Bridge
Buittle Bridge, also known as Craignair Bridge is a bridge over the Urr Water just outside Dalbeattie in Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland. Completed in 1797, it replaced an earlier two-span bridge of the same name which was destroyed in a flood a short time after its completion.
Dalbeattie, St. Peter's Church
Dalbeattie, St. Peter's Church
Dalbeattie: Jardine Motors
Dalbeattie: Jardine Motors
Barskeoch Hill This large Radio Tower stands on a high hill between Castle Douglas and Dalbeattie. The tower is a TV Relay for the area and belongs to ntl.
Barskeoch Hill
This large Radio Tower stands on a high hill between Castle Douglas and Dalbeattie. The tower is a TV Relay for the area and belongs to ntl.
Church, Dalbeattie Sorry about the wires.
Church, Dalbeattie
Sorry about the wires.
Buittle Bridge The Buittle Bridge over the River Urr carries the A711 road from Castle Douglas to Dalbeattie. A short distance downstream from here the river becomes tidal and was originally navigable by quite large vessels.
Buittle Bridge
The Buittle Bridge over the River Urr carries the A711 road from Castle Douglas to Dalbeattie. A short distance downstream from here the river becomes tidal and was originally navigable by quite large vessels.
Intriguing sculpture in Colliston Park I love the way the ancient hawthorn is framed by the glassy aspects of the granite. 

"The aim of this project was to construct a unique feature to commemorate Dalbeattie's heritage as a producer of the quality granite which has been used in major construction projects worldwide." Quoted from <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://openscotland.gov.uk/Topics/SustainableDevelopment/7547" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://openscotland.gov.uk/Topics/SustainableDevelopment/7547">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Intriguing sculpture in Colliston Park
I love the way the ancient hawthorn is framed by the glassy aspects of the granite. "The aim of this project was to construct a unique feature to commemorate Dalbeattie's heritage as a producer of the quality granite which has been used in major construction projects worldwide." Quoted from LinkExternal link
Dalbeattie High School Taken from Haugh Road
Dalbeattie High School
Taken from Haugh Road
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Barsoles Wood is located at Grid Ref: NX8162 (Lat: 54.944141, Lng: -3.8451034)

Unitary Authority: Dumfries and Galloway

Police Authority: Dumfries and Galloway

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