School Plantation

Wood, Forest in Lanarkshire

Scotland

School Plantation

Tinto Cairn At 43 metres wide and nearly 6 metres high, this is one of the biggest cairns in Scotland. Dating back to the Bronze Age as a burial cairn, modern visitors often add a stone. It’s a prominent local landmark.
Tinto Cairn Credit: Mary and Angus Hogg

School Plantation is a forested area located in Lanarkshire, Scotland. Covering approximately 50 acres, this woodland is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers. The plantation is primarily composed of a mix of broadleaf and coniferous trees, providing a diverse and picturesque landscape.

The woodland features a network of walking trails that wind through the trees, offering visitors the opportunity to explore the natural beauty of the area. These trails vary in difficulty, making them suitable for individuals of all ages and fitness levels.

School Plantation is home to a variety of wildlife, including birds, mammals, and insects. Birdwatchers will delight in the opportunity to spot species such as woodpeckers, owls, and other woodland birds. The woodland is also known for its diverse flora, with wildflowers and ferns adding to the beauty of the landscape.

Visitors to School Plantation can enjoy a peaceful and tranquil environment, perfect for escaping the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Whether taking a leisurely stroll through the trees, birdwatching, or simply enjoying a picnic in the great outdoors, School Plantation offers a relaxing and rejuvenating experience for all who visit.

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Tinto Cairn At 43 metres wide and nearly 6 metres high, this is one of the biggest cairns in Scotland. Dating back to the Bronze Age as a burial cairn, modern visitors often add a stone. It’s a prominent local landmark.
Tinto Cairn
At 43 metres wide and nearly 6 metres high, this is one of the biggest cairns in Scotland. Dating back to the Bronze Age as a burial cairn, modern visitors often add a stone. It’s a prominent local landmark.
From Tinto Cairn Looking towards the trig point on Tinto Hill from the stone cairn on a bright but hazy mid-September day.
From Tinto Cairn
Looking towards the trig point on Tinto Hill from the stone cairn on a bright but hazy mid-September day.
Hillside grazing off the A73
Hillside grazing off the A73
A73 beside woodland Towards Lanark.
A73 beside woodland
Towards Lanark.
A73 approaching junction Heading north towards Lanark.
A73 approaching junction
Heading north towards Lanark.
Grazing near Castledykes
Grazing near Castledykes
B7055 towards the A702 Off the A73.
B7055 towards the A702
Off the A73.
A73 heading north Towards Lanark.
A73 heading north
Towards Lanark.
Grazing and woodland, Chesterhall
Grazing and woodland, Chesterhall
Farm buildings, Chesterhall
Farm buildings, Chesterhall
Farm buildings, Chesterhall Park Farm
Farm buildings, Chesterhall Park Farm
Grazing near Chesterhall Park Farm Off the A73.
Grazing near Chesterhall Park Farm
Off the A73.
A73 towards Lanark
A73 towards Lanark
Summit of Tinto Hill
Summit of Tinto Hill
A wintry day near the summit of Tinto Quite a difference from the bottom of the hill, where I started in bright, crisp conditions. The cloud soon enveloped the hill, and combined with the recent high-ground snowfall (a rarity so far this winter), created a less than colourful scene. The fencelines are a useful guide to prevent straying off-course when the paths are covered in snow.
A wintry day near the summit of Tinto
Quite a difference from the bottom of the hill, where I started in bright, crisp conditions. The cloud soon enveloped the hill, and combined with the recent high-ground snowfall (a rarity so far this winter), created a less than colourful scene. The fencelines are a useful guide to prevent straying off-course when the paths are covered in snow.
Rime on the summit indicator, Tinto A small accumulation of rime ice, caused by cloud droplets freezing on contact with surfaces as moist air is forced up over the hills, can be seen on the pillar.
Rime on the summit indicator, Tinto
A small accumulation of rime ice, caused by cloud droplets freezing on contact with surfaces as moist air is forced up over the hills, can be seen on the pillar.
Wiston village from Marchlands
Wiston village from Marchlands
Tinto Cairn
Tinto Cairn
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School Plantation is located at Grid Ref: NS9532 (Lat: 55.574306, Lng: -3.657443)

Unitary Authority: South Lanarkshire

Police Authority: Lanarkshire

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