Barclosh Moss

Wood, Forest in Kirkcudbrightshire

Scotland

Barclosh Moss

McFadyen House, Alpine Street Dalbeattie abounds, quite rightly, in the finest granite vernacular buildings, and this one excels. Now housing the Alma McFayen Care Centre for older people. — McFadyen House, Alpine Street Credit: Jonathan Wilkins

Barclosh Moss is a captivating woodland located in Kirkcudbrightshire, Scotland. Spanning over a vast area, this forest boasts a diverse range of flora and fauna, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts and wildlife lovers alike.

The woodland is characterized by its dense vegetation, which primarily consists of a mixture of deciduous and coniferous trees. Tall, majestic oaks, beeches, and birches dominate the landscape, interspersed with towering spruces and firs, creating a harmonious blend of colors throughout the year. The forest floor is adorned with a lush carpet of mosses, ferns, and wildflowers, adding to its ethereal beauty.

Barclosh Moss is home to a wide variety of wildlife. Deer can often be spotted gracefully roaming through the trees, while foxes and badgers find shelter in the undergrowth. Bird enthusiasts will delight in the melodic songs of various species, including woodpeckers, owls, and thrushes. The forest is also a haven for smaller creatures such as squirrels, rabbits, and hedgehogs.

The woodland offers a tranquil retreat for outdoor activities and recreation. Walking trails meander through the forest, providing visitors with an opportunity to immerse themselves in its natural splendor. The gentle rustling of leaves, the scent of pine, and the occasional sighting of a rare plant or animal species add to the allure of this enchanting woodland.

Barclosh Moss is a true gem in Kirkcudbrightshire, offering a serene escape into the heart of nature. Whether one seeks solitude, adventure, or simply wishes to marvel at the wonders of the natural world, this forest is a must-visit destination.

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McFadyen House, Alpine Street

Dalbeattie abounds, quite rightly, in the finest granite vernacular buildings, and this one excels. Now housing the Alma McFayen Care Centre for older people.

Jonathan Wilkins

Craignaire Street, Dalbeattie

Terraced housing lining the street

Eirian Evans

St Peter's Catholic Church, Dalbeattie

Built in 1814, this is the oldest church in Dalbeattie

Eirian Evans

Terraced cottages, Dalbeattie

On the west side of John Street

Eirian Evans

Colliston Park, Dalbeattie

The park is named after Miss Copland of Colliston who gifted the land to Dalbeattie in 1900.

Eirian Evans

Cottages, Maxwell Street

A fine terrace of cottages in the local granite vernacular.

Jonathan Wilkins

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.

Jonathan Wilkins

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.

Jonathan Wilkins

Islecroft Stadium - Home of Dalbeattie Star FC

Scottish Cup 2nd Round - Dalbeattie Star 0 Rothes 0, Attendance 210 The best thing about this ground is undoubtedly its odd little stand (not shown here - the picture was taken from in front of it) which is reached by steps. The 100 or so seats in it must be around eight feet up. There are other idiosyncries dotted about elsewhere though. The two sides of the ground which aren't designed for supporters have short steep banks, as can be seen here, obviating the need for ballboys. The metal railing running along the stand side of the pitch, and the corner flags - one of which can just be made out in the photo - are in the team colours of red and black. And the pitch definitely has a very slight slope - the view taken seems to me to be slightly uphill. On top of this the four floodlights are oddly positioned, being roughly halfway between the halfway line and the goal line, and one of them doubles up as a telecommunications mast. Dalbeattie Star currently play in the Lowland League, which is the fifth tier of Scottish football, or the top level of non-league football, looked at in another way. The winners of the Lowland League play off against the winners of the only other other Tier 5 league, the Highland League, at the end of the season, for the right to a tie against the bottom team in the actual proper league, which determines who competes in the higher league the following season. The ground has been in use since 1950.

Ian Dodds

Closed cafe, Dalbeattie

The baker is still going strong,

Richard Webb

High Street, Dalbeattie

Richard Webb

High Street, Dalbeattie

Dalbeattie is best known for its fantastic mountain bike trails which are part of the 7 Stanes network. The town's history goes back to 1793 when it was founded as a mill town and a centre for quarrying granite.

Russel Wills