Crow Wood

Wood, Forest in Stirlingshire

Scotland

Crow Wood

Bridge over M9 near Stenhousemuir
Bridge over M9 near Stenhousemuir Credit: Alpin Stewart

Crow Wood is a picturesque woodland located in the region of Stirlingshire, Scotland. Spanning over a vast area, this natural gem is renowned for its diverse and enchanting forest ecosystem. The wood is characterized by its dense coverage of predominantly deciduous trees, including oak, birch, beech, and rowan, which form a lush and vibrant canopy overhead.

The woodland's flora is rich and varied, with an array of wildflowers, ferns, and mosses adorning the forest floor. This creates a captivating tapestry of colors and textures, especially during the spring and summer months when the wood is in full bloom. The enchanting scent of the wildflowers further adds to the sensory experience of exploring this natural wonder.

Crow Wood is not only visually stunning but also serves as a sanctuary for a diverse range of wildlife. Numerous species of birds, such as woodpeckers, thrushes, and owls, can be spotted flitting between the branches or heard singing their melodious tunes. The wood is also home to small mammals like squirrels, foxes, and badgers, as well as a variety of insects and amphibians.

The wood offers a network of well-maintained trails and paths, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the tranquil ambiance and explore the natural beauty at their own pace. Whether it's a leisurely stroll, a refreshing jog, or a more adventurous hike, Crow Wood caters to all outdoor enthusiasts.

Overall, Crow Wood in Stirlingshire is a captivating and biodiverse forest that offers a serene respite from urban life. Its stunning scenery, rich flora and fauna, and well-maintained trails make it a must-visit destination for nature lovers and those seeking a peaceful retreat in the heart of Scotland.

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Crow Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.046109/-3.7903783 or Grid Reference NS8885. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Bridge over M9 near Stenhousemuir
Bridge over M9 near Stenhousemuir
Bridge over M876 at North Langdyke
Bridge over M876 at North Langdyke
Slip road on junction of M9 and M876 Photo taken whilst awaiting puncture repair.
Slip road on junction of M9 and M876
Photo taken whilst awaiting puncture repair.
Footpath On the way to what looked like one of the coal-bed methane wells
Footpath
On the way to what looked like one of the coal-bed methane wells
Over-bridge at North Langdyke
Over-bridge at North Langdyke
M9 at Junction 8 Looking west in the direction of Stirling. The M876 branches off here and links to the M80 to Glasgow. In the reverse direction to this photograph, the M9 shares with the M876 to Junction 7 where the M876 branches off to the Kincardine on Forth and Clackmannanshire bridges.
M9 at Junction 8
Looking west in the direction of Stirling. The M876 branches off here and links to the M80 to Glasgow. In the reverse direction to this photograph, the M9 shares with the M876 to Junction 7 where the M876 branches off to the Kincardine on Forth and Clackmannanshire bridges.
Bellsdyke Road (A88) at Antonshill Looking north-eastward.
Bellsdyke Road (A88) at Antonshill
Looking north-eastward.
A section of vehicle free Hamilton Road near Antonshill Looking north-westward.
A section of vehicle free Hamilton Road near Antonshill
Looking north-westward.
Ordnance Survey Flush Bracket S9017 This bracket can be found on the wall of a house - a private dwelling - in Bellsyke Road. The benchmark height is recorded as being 28.759 metres above sea level. For more detail see : <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm21335" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm21335">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>
Ordnance Survey Flush Bracket S9017
This bracket can be found on the wall of a house - a private dwelling - in Bellsyke Road. The benchmark height is recorded as being 28.759 metres above sea level. For more detail see : LinkExternal link
Letham A row of houses amongst arable land.
Letham
A row of houses amongst arable land.
Coalbed methane site, Letham Looks like the site has been dismantled. Signage has remained and there is also a lot of other litter in the layby.
Coalbed methane site, Letham
Looks like the site has been dismantled. Signage has remained and there is also a lot of other litter in the layby.
Ploughed field, Letham Carse land improved for agriculture although some of the old moss lands remain nearby.
Ploughed field, Letham
Carse land improved for agriculture although some of the old moss lands remain nearby.
Lost road to Stenhousemuir This was a yellow road until it was closed by building the M9 through it in the late 1970s. As there is a nearby alternative, no bridge was built.   The signage and CCTV camera are part of a coalbed methane extraction study from a few years earlier.
Lost road to Stenhousemuir
This was a yellow road until it was closed by building the M9 through it in the late 1970s. As there is a nearby alternative, no bridge was built. The signage and CCTV camera are part of a coalbed methane extraction study from a few years earlier.
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.
Bensfield A spring sown crop is emerging.
Bensfield
A spring sown crop is emerging.
Strip wood, Kinnaird Off Bellsdyke Road.
Strip wood, Kinnaird
Off Bellsdyke Road.
Excavated land Perhaps on the way to housing, there is a lot of building in the neighbourhood.  Once this was Geesmuir Wood.
Excavated land
Perhaps on the way to housing, there is a lot of building in the neighbourhood. Once this was Geesmuir Wood.
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Crow Wood is located at Grid Ref: NS8885 (Lat: 56.046109, Lng: -3.7903783)

Unitary Authority: Falkirk

Police Authority: Forth Valley

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Located within 500m of 56.046109,-3.7903783
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