Davidscraig Wood

Wood, Forest in Stirlingshire

Scotland

Davidscraig Wood

Railway bridge, Gallamuir A few years after electrification between Falkirk and Dunblane. — Railway bridge, Gallamuir Credit: Richard Webb

Davidscraig Wood is a picturesque forest located in Stirlingshire, Scotland. Covering an area of approximately 250 hectares, this ancient woodland is a haven for wildlife and a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts.

The wood is predominantly made up of native broadleaf trees such as oak, beech, and birch, which provide a rich habitat for a variety of bird species, including woodpeckers, owls, and warblers. Visitors to Davidscraig Wood may also catch a glimpse of red squirrels, deer, and other woodland creatures that call this forest home.

Trails wind through the woodland, offering visitors the chance to explore the diverse flora and fauna that inhabit the area. The forest is also home to several historic sites, including the remains of an ancient settlement and a series of old stone walls.

Davidscraig Wood is a popular spot for walking, birdwatching, and nature photography. With its peaceful atmosphere and stunning natural beauty, it is a must-visit destination for anyone looking to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and immerse themselves in the tranquility of the Scottish countryside.

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Davidscraig Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.06337/-3.838146 or Grid Reference NS8587. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Railway bridge, Gallamuir A few years after electrification between Falkirk and Dunblane.

Railway bridge, Gallamuir

A few years after electrification between Falkirk and Dunblane.

Cattle, Plean

Cattle, Plean

Barley, Plean

Barley, Plean

Whitehill, near Plean

Whitehill, near Plean

B9124, Airth Station Climbing to cross a long vanished railway.

B9124, Airth Station

Climbing to cross a long vanished railway.

Grass cutting near Airth Station Hay, or silage making.

Grass cutting near Airth Station

Hay, or silage making.

Gallamuir This is the entrance gateway to Gallamuir which is a large working dairy farm that stands on its own just south of Gallamuir Wood.

Gallamuir

This is the entrance gateway to Gallamuir which is a large working dairy farm that stands on its own just south of Gallamuir Wood.

The B9124 This is the minor road from Plean to Airth just as it passes the dairy farm known as Gallamuir one of whose trees over hangs the road. In the distance is the detached house known as Gallamuir Farm Cottage next to the farm.

The B9124

This is the minor road from Plean to Airth just as it passes the dairy farm known as Gallamuir one of whose trees over hangs the road. In the distance is the detached house known as Gallamuir Farm Cottage next to the farm.

Ploughed field near Plean Mill Landscape dominated by pylons, there used to be two power stations on the other side of the Forth. The turbines are a new addition to the scene.

Ploughed field near Plean Mill

Landscape dominated by pylons, there used to be two power stations on the other side of the Forth. The turbines are a new addition to the scene.

Sink in a field The Belfast sink, a variation on the bath in a field theme. The landscape here is dotted with small rocky knolls, often wooded.

Sink in a field

The Belfast sink, a variation on the bath in a field theme. The landscape here is dotted with small rocky knolls, often wooded.

Hillhead A ploughed field with a hazy view of the Ochils.

Hillhead

A ploughed field with a hazy view of the Ochils.

A brambly wood Under the brambles is an old field boundary.

A brambly wood

Under the brambles is an old field boundary.

Whitehill One of the many pylons in the area.

Whitehill

One of the many pylons in the area.

Wind turbines near Rosehill Three years after <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4261006">NS8685 : Carse land, Kersebrock</a> was taken and there are now turbines here. A landmark if travelling between Edinburgh and Dunblane by rail or motorway.

Wind turbines near Rosehill

Three years after NS8685 : Carse land, Kersebrock was taken and there are now turbines here. A landmark if travelling between Edinburgh and Dunblane by rail or motorway.

A track over the carse Biggish road, the 1:25,000 map shows a couple of hard standing areas at the end. No wind turbines have appeared recently at the site.

A track over the carse

Biggish road, the 1:25,000 map shows a couple of hard standing areas at the end. No wind turbines have appeared recently at the site.

Road junction Out on the carse near Airth. The fields are nearly all unfenced, this is long standing arable farming county.

Road junction

Out on the carse near Airth. The fields are nearly all unfenced, this is long standing arable farming county.

B9124, Powbridge Across the sodden carse on a bright morning. Spring is coming and it&#039;s possible once again to get some photos on the way to work.

B9124, Powbridge

Across the sodden carse on a bright morning. Spring is coming and it's possible once again to get some photos on the way to work.

Carse land, Powbridge

Carse land, Powbridge

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Davidscraig Wood is located at Grid Ref: NS8587 (Lat: 56.06337, Lng: -3.838146)

Unitary Authority: Stirling

Police Authority: Forth Valley

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