Dean Wood

Wood, Forest in Lanarkshire

Scotland

Dean Wood

Sheildhill Castle With its origins in the 12thC, this is now a hotel advertising events, weddings etc.
Sheildhill Castle Credit: M J Richardson

Dean Wood, located in the region of Lanarkshire, Scotland, is a picturesque forest renowned for its natural beauty and rich biodiversity. Covering a vast area of approximately 500 acres, the wood is a haven for flora and fauna, offering visitors an immersive experience in a tranquil and idyllic setting.

The wood is primarily composed of a mixture of deciduous and coniferous trees, including oak, beech, birch, and pine, creating a diverse and vibrant habitat. Walking through the forest, visitors can enjoy the refreshing scent of the trees and the soothing sound of leaves rustling in the wind.

Dean Wood is also home to a variety of wildlife species, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts. The forest provides a habitat for several bird species, such as woodpeckers, owls, and various songbirds. Additionally, small mammals like red squirrels, rabbits, and voles can be spotted scurrying through the undergrowth.

For those seeking outdoor activities, Dean Wood offers a network of well-maintained trails suitable for walking, jogging, and cycling. These pathways weave through the forest, providing visitors with a chance to explore the wood's hidden gems and enjoy breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape.

Furthermore, the wood is equipped with picnic areas, allowing visitors to relax and enjoy a meal amidst nature. The tranquil atmosphere and lush surroundings make Dean Wood an ideal spot for families and individuals looking to unwind and escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

In conclusion, Dean Wood, Lanarkshire, is a beautiful forest that offers a diverse range of flora and fauna, as well as recreational activities for visitors of all ages. Whether one seeks a peaceful walk, bird-watching opportunities, or a family picnic, Dean Wood provides a serene and enchanting environment that never fails to captivate its visitors.

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Dean Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.650468/-3.5860439 or Grid Reference NT0040. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Sheildhill Castle With its origins in the 12thC, this is now a hotel advertising events, weddings etc.
Sheildhill Castle
With its origins in the 12thC, this is now a hotel advertising events, weddings etc.
Shieldhill Castle entrance With some rather tattered flags.
Shieldhill Castle entrance
With some rather tattered flags.
Doocot at Shieldhill Castle A 17thC B-listed rectangular dovecote, altered in the early 19th century.
Doocot at Shieldhill Castle
A 17thC B-listed rectangular dovecote, altered in the early 19th century.
Drain and fence separating two pastures With woodland beyond.
Drain and fence separating two pastures
With woodland beyond.
Pasture by Shieldhill Road With wooded strip beyond.
Pasture by Shieldhill Road
With wooded strip beyond.
Water supply One tank serving both sides of the fence, and an extra for the western field.
Water supply
One tank serving both sides of the fence, and an extra for the western field.
Drinking trough at Arthurshiels  Looking across stubble to Arthurshiels Wood.
Drinking trough at Arthurshiels
Looking across stubble to Arthurshiels Wood.
Winter wheat at Arthurshiels Looking southeast towards Shieldhill Castle, with forestry on Biggar Common beyond.
Winter wheat at Arthurshiels
Looking southeast towards Shieldhill Castle, with forestry on Biggar Common beyond.
Looking out over the fields from Arthurshiels Wood Looking out across the fields from the southern edge of Arthurshiels Wood (best accessed from the B7016). Tinto can be seen in the background too.
Looking out over the fields from Arthurshiels Wood
Looking out across the fields from the southern edge of Arthurshiels Wood (best accessed from the B7016). Tinto can be seen in the background too.
The meandering River Clyde A telephoto shot of the meandering River Clyde downstream from Thankerton as taken from Quothquan Law.  The village of Carnwath can be noted in the distance.

This photograph was taken during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic of 2020/21.
The meandering River Clyde
A telephoto shot of the meandering River Clyde downstream from Thankerton as taken from Quothquan Law. The village of Carnwath can be noted in the distance. This photograph was taken during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic of 2020/21.
Roadside Larch Larix decidua, a deciduous conifer, so in mid-March still leafless.
Roadside Larch
Larix decidua, a deciduous conifer, so in mid-March still leafless.
Quothquan Mill A substantial group of mill and farm buildings.
Quothquan Mill
A substantial group of mill and farm buildings.
The track to Arthurshiels A long one - 770 m from here to the farm.
The track to Arthurshiels
A long one - 770 m from here to the farm.
Willow Scrub, near Moor Wood At the edge of a coniferous plantation by the entrance to Arthurshiels.
Willow Scrub, near Moor Wood
At the edge of a coniferous plantation by the entrance to Arthurshiels.
School speed limit sign Solar powered. Just north of Libberton Primary School.
School speed limit sign
Solar powered. Just north of Libberton Primary School.
Solar powered school speed limit sign Just north of Libberton Primary School.
Solar powered school speed limit sign
Just north of Libberton Primary School.
Rose Cottage Few motorists speeding by on the B7016 Biggar to Carnwath road will notice this wee 19th-century dwelling, so completely is it screened by the surrounding vegetation.  Only a glimpse of the roofline, and chimneys old and new, peep above the hedge.  No roses are in evidence, but there is a fine display of rowan berries.
Rose Cottage
Few motorists speeding by on the B7016 Biggar to Carnwath road will notice this wee 19th-century dwelling, so completely is it screened by the surrounding vegetation. Only a glimpse of the roofline, and chimneys old and new, peep above the hedge. No roses are in evidence, but there is a fine display of rowan berries.
Wester Whitecastle Hardly even a hamlet, just a farm and a few houses along the B7106 Carnwath to Biggar road. On the right, almost completely camouflaged by trees and shrubs, is <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3627315">NT0142 : Rose Cottage</a>.
Wester Whitecastle
Hardly even a hamlet, just a farm and a few houses along the B7106 Carnwath to Biggar road. On the right, almost completely camouflaged by trees and shrubs, is NT0142 : Rose Cottage.
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Dean Wood is located at Grid Ref: NT0040 (Lat: 55.650468, Lng: -3.5860439)

Unitary Authority: South Lanarkshire

Police Authority: Lanarkshire

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