Annie Paul's Wood

Wood, Forest in Morayshire

Scotland

Annie Paul's Wood

The old Highland  Railway line.
The old Highland Railway line. Credit: Des Colhoun

Annie Paul's Wood is a charming forest located in Morayshire, Scotland. The wood covers a vast area and is renowned for its breathtaking beauty, serene atmosphere, and rich biodiversity.

The wood is predominantly composed of native Scottish trees, including oak, birch, and pine, creating a diverse and vibrant ecosystem. The towering trees form a dense canopy that casts a dappled shade on the forest floor, creating a peaceful and enchanting environment for visitors.

Walking through Annie Paul's Wood, one can expect to encounter a variety of wildlife. The wood is home to numerous bird species, including woodpeckers, owls, and songbirds, making it a paradise for birdwatching enthusiasts. Additionally, the forest provides habitat for small mammals like squirrels, foxes, and badgers, which can be occasionally spotted scurrying through the undergrowth.

The wood offers several well-maintained walking trails, allowing visitors to explore and immerse themselves in nature. These paths wind through the forest, offering stunning views of the surrounding landscape and providing ample opportunities for photography and nature observation.

Annie Paul's Wood also serves as an important conservation area, with efforts in place to protect and preserve the natural habitat. The wood is carefully managed to ensure the continued health and vitality of the ecosystem, and visitors are encouraged to respect the environment and follow any guidelines or regulations set by the local authorities.

Overall, Annie Paul's Wood is a captivating destination for nature lovers, offering a chance to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and reconnect with the beauty of the natural world.

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Annie Paul's Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.549398/-3.6146011 or Grid Reference NJ0352. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The old Highland  Railway line.
The old Highland Railway line.
The Dava Way. The route follows the dismantled Highland railway between Forres and Grantown on Spey.
The Dava Way.
The route follows the dismantled Highland railway between Forres and Grantown on Spey.
Clearing to the east of Cowgreens.
Clearing to the east of Cowgreens.
Part of the Craigroy herd. Craigroy Farm buildings are to be seen in the distance.
Part of the Craigroy herd.
Craigroy Farm buildings are to be seen in the distance.
The Babbling Burn near  Burntack.
The Babbling Burn near Burntack.
A locked gate on the track to Loch Romach.
A locked gate on the track to Loch Romach.
Craigroy Croft, Altyre estate
Craigroy Croft, Altyre estate
Crossing the ford on Altyre Estate. Beaters retire after a day's pheasant shooting on Altyre Estate, Morayshire.
Crossing the ford on Altyre Estate.
Beaters retire after a day's pheasant shooting on Altyre Estate, Morayshire.
Between "Drives" on the Altyre shoot. Guns prepare for the next drive outside the kennels at Altyre Estate.
Between "Drives" on the Altyre shoot.
Guns prepare for the next drive outside the kennels at Altyre Estate.
The Game Trailer. The trailer at rest by the Keeper's house on Altyre Estate.
The Game Trailer.
The trailer at rest by the Keeper's house on Altyre Estate.
Long shadows on short December shooting days!! Beaters catching up on the gossip prior to the next push through the woods.
Long shadows on short December shooting days!!
Beaters catching up on the gossip prior to the next push through the woods.
Oaks planted in a perfect circle on Altyre Estate. One of several walled circles of oaks on Altyre Estate.
Oaks planted in a perfect circle on Altyre Estate.
One of several walled circles of oaks on Altyre Estate.
Beaters and dogs scramble down an embankment. Beaters and dogs en-route to the next drive at an Altyre Estate shoot.
Beaters and dogs scramble down an embankment.
Beaters and dogs en-route to the next drive at an Altyre Estate shoot.
Guns deployed in the field at Altyre Estate. The drive is about to finish with the Spaniels hunting the margins of the wood.
Guns deployed in the field at Altyre Estate.
The drive is about to finish with the Spaniels hunting the margins of the wood.
The lane from Craigroy Farm leading past Halfdavoch cottage.
The lane from Craigroy Farm leading past Halfdavoch cottage.
Craigroy Farm.
Craigroy Farm.
The kennels by the Gamekeepers cottage.
The kennels by the Gamekeepers cottage.
The End of the Drive. The keeper and beaters tie up the loose ends at the end of the drive to the northwest of Burntack which you can see in the distance to the left.
The End of the Drive.
The keeper and beaters tie up the loose ends at the end of the drive to the northwest of Burntack which you can see in the distance to the left.
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Annie Paul's Wood is located at Grid Ref: NJ0352 (Lat: 57.549398, Lng: -3.6146011)

Unitary Authority: Moray

Police Authority: North East

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