Boreland Wood

Wood, Forest in Kirkcudbrightshire

Scotland

Boreland Wood

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At the Routin&#039; Bridge - Irongray.

The only river strictly belonging to the parish is the Auld, which has its source on the confines of Kirkpatrick-Durham, and, after flowing for some miles through this parish in an eastern course, curves towards the north, and falls into the Cairn, which, afterwards taking the name of the Cluden, forms a boundary of the parish. The Auld water, near its influx into the Cairn, makes a small but picturesque cascade of two falls, the highest of which is twenty feet; and near the lower fall is a romantic bridge of one arch, which, from the noise of the water, has obtained the appellation of the Routing Bridge.

The above description is taken from &quot;A Topographical Dictionary of Scotland&quot; by Samuel Lewis, published in 1846. — Torrent Credit: James Johnstone

Boreland Wood is a scenic forest located in Kirkcudbrightshire, Scotland. Covering an area of approximately 300 hectares, the wood is characterized by a mix of native and exotic tree species, creating a diverse and vibrant ecosystem. The wood is home to a variety of wildlife, including red squirrels, roe deer, and a wide range of bird species.

Visitors to Boreland Wood can enjoy a network of well-maintained trails that wind through the forest, providing opportunities for hiking, cycling, and wildlife spotting. The wood is also popular with birdwatchers, who come to catch a glimpse of rare species such as the red kite and the Scottish crossbill.

In addition to its natural beauty, Boreland Wood has historical significance, with remnants of ancient settlements and structures scattered throughout the forest. The wood is also a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI), recognizing its importance for biodiversity and conservation.

Overall, Boreland Wood offers visitors a peaceful and serene escape into nature, with opportunities for recreation, exploration, and appreciation of the natural world.

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Boreland Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.094488/-3.7650927 or Grid Reference NX8779. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Torrent

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At the Routin' Bridge - Irongray. The only river strictly belonging to the parish is the Auld, which has its source on the confines of Kirkpatrick-Durham, and, after flowing for some miles through this parish in an eastern course, curves towards the north, and falls into the Cairn, which, afterwards taking the name of the Cluden, forms a boundary of the parish. The Auld water, near its influx into the Cairn, makes a small but picturesque cascade of two falls, the highest of which is twenty feet; and near the lower fall is a romantic bridge of one arch, which, from the noise of the water, has obtained the appellation of the Routing Bridge. The above description is taken from "A Topographical Dictionary of Scotland" by Samuel Lewis, published in 1846.

James Johnstone

Fallen

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At the Routin' Bridge - Irongray.

James Johnstone

At The Routin' Bridge

At the Routin' Bridge - Irongray. Check it out on my Flickr page. Link

James Johnstone

Three rivers from the air

Cairn Water and Old Water converge to form Cluden Water, immediately left of the water treatment works which can be seen on the left.

Thomas Nugent

Barnsoul Wood replanted

Alan Reid

Drumclyer, a house near Old Water

Alan Reid

Country road near Routin Bridge

Alan Reid

Disused Railway Embankment

Alan Reid

Midrig Ford

This newly tarmacadamed ford on Old Water is found at Midrig near Drumclyer.

John Walton

Cairn on Bishop Forest Hill

An eight foot high well built cairn on the eastern side of Bishop Forest Hill.

Colin Kinnear

Communion Stone Memorial

"Communion Stones", Skeoch Hill: In a secluded hollow in the moorland at the N end of Skeoch Hill is a modern obelisk, bearing an inscription to the effect that at this spot a large number of Convenanters met in the summer of 1678 for worship and that about three thousand communicants on that occasion celebrated the sacrament of the Lord's Supper. To the NE of this monument are four distinct rows of flattish stones and a fifth less distinct stretching for a distance of from 40'-45' and 4' apart, on which the people are believed to have sat.

Colin Kinnear