Roscobie Muir

Wood, Forest in Fife

Scotland

Roscobie Muir

Loch Glow Dam and the Inneans Two of the three Inneans are visible here.
Loch Glow Dam and the Inneans Credit: Robert Struthers

Roscobie Muir is a small woodland area located in Fife, Scotland. Situated near the village of Gateside, it spans approximately 200 acres and is known for its picturesque landscape and diverse flora and fauna.

The woodland is predominantly composed of native tree species such as oak, birch, and rowan, creating a rich and varied habitat for both plants and animals. It also features a small stream that meanders through the area, adding to its natural beauty and providing a water source for the wildlife.

Roscobie Muir is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and hikers, offering a network of well-maintained trails that allow visitors to explore the woodland at their own pace. These paths wind their way through the trees, providing opportunities to spot various bird species, including woodpeckers, thrushes, and warblers. The woodland is also home to a range of mammals, including red squirrels, badgers, and roe deer.

In addition to its natural attractions, Roscobie Muir also has historical significance. The woodland was once part of a larger estate and has remnants of ancient settlements, including the remains of old stone buildings and walls. These archaeological features provide insight into the area's past and contribute to its charm.

Overall, Roscobie Muir in Fife offers a tranquil and captivating experience for those seeking to connect with nature or explore the region's history.

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Roscobie Muir Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.13953/-3.4628306 or Grid Reference NT0995. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Loch Glow Dam and the Inneans Two of the three Inneans are visible here.
Loch Glow Dam and the Inneans
Two of the three Inneans are visible here.
Footbridge over Spillway The footbridge over the Loch Glow dam spillway.
Footbridge over Spillway
The footbridge over the Loch Glow dam spillway.
Loch Glow Dam Looking across the dam to the car park.
Loch Glow Dam
Looking across the dam to the car park.
Metal Stile, Loch Glow The steps are sturdy enough but the handrail on the other side is a bit loose.
Metal Stile, Loch Glow
The steps are sturdy enough but the handrail on the other side is a bit loose.
An Innean One of the three Innean hills to the north of Loch Glow.
An Innean
One of the three Innean hills to the north of Loch Glow.
Lurg Loch and Dow Loch More lochans than lochs. In the distance is Loch Leven and West Lomond Hill.
Lurg Loch and Dow Loch
More lochans than lochs. In the distance is Loch Leven and West Lomond Hill.
Cleish Hills Forestry Conifer plantation to the north of Loch Glow.
Cleish Hills Forestry
Conifer plantation to the north of Loch Glow.
From one Innean to another The middle Innean is the highest of the three summits, at 336m. Peeping over its shoulder is the most northerly of the three.
From one Innean to another
The middle Innean is the highest of the three summits, at 336m. Peeping over its shoulder is the most northerly of the three.
Dummiefarline Cairn Dummiefarline is a small summit in the Cleish Hills. It was the site of a hill fort. In the distance is Benarty, centre, with West Lomond Hill on the left.
Dummiefarline Cairn
Dummiefarline is a small summit in the Cleish Hills. It was the site of a hill fort. In the distance is Benarty, centre, with West Lomond Hill on the left.
Firebreak in Cleish Hills Plantation
Firebreak in Cleish Hills Plantation
Outh Muir meets Tipperton Moss This square is sadly bereft of interesting features.
Outh Muir meets Tipperton Moss
This square is sadly bereft of interesting features.
Boundary Wall, Loch Glow Fife on the right, Kinross on the left.
Boundary Wall, Loch Glow
Fife on the right, Kinross on the left.
Stairway to Heathland The western shore of Loch Glow is very boggy in parts, and bad enough here to merit a bit of assistance.
Stairway to Heathland
The western shore of Loch Glow is very boggy in parts, and bad enough here to merit a bit of assistance.
Gravel road for Loch Glow Fishery
Gravel road for Loch Glow Fishery
Kirkhill Common The dogleg in the climb up from Cleish.
Kirkhill Common
The dogleg in the climb up from Cleish.
Road over the Cleish Hills Top of the pass and entering Blairadam Forest.
Road over the Cleish Hills
Top of the pass and entering Blairadam Forest.
Road over the Cleish Hills Near the Loch Glow road end and there has been some recent clear fell here. The remaining trees have suffered a lot of wind throw.  A big block of forestry to the south west has recently been harvested, they will be here soon.
Road over the Cleish Hills
Near the Loch Glow road end and there has been some recent clear fell here. The remaining trees have suffered a lot of wind throw. A big block of forestry to the south west has recently been harvested, they will be here soon.
Lurg and Dow Lochs An unfrosted and very attractive unplanted bit of the Cleish Hills. There are a lot of paths here suggesting that during the lockdown period of 2020 this was a popular place with local people. It was very windy and Loch Leven showed a dirty colour due to disturbance of the sand on the loch bed.
Lurg and Dow Lochs
An unfrosted and very attractive unplanted bit of the Cleish Hills. There are a lot of paths here suggesting that during the lockdown period of 2020 this was a popular place with local people. It was very windy and Loch Leven showed a dirty colour due to disturbance of the sand on the loch bed.
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Roscobie Muir is located at Grid Ref: NT0995 (Lat: 56.13953, Lng: -3.4628306)

Unitary Authority: Fife

Police Authority: Fife

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