Colin's Rig Plantation

Wood, Forest in Peeblesshire

Scotland

Colin's Rig Plantation

Lamb Rig Newly planted with trees.
Lamb Rig Credit: Richard Webb

Colin's Rig Plantation is a picturesque woodland located in Peeblesshire, Scotland. Situated in the southern part of the country, the plantation covers a vast area and is renowned for its natural beauty and rich biodiversity.

The woodland is predominantly composed of a variety of trees, including oak, birch, beech, and pine. These tall, majestic trees create a dense canopy that provides a sheltered habitat for numerous wildlife species. The plantation is home to a diverse range of fauna, including red squirrels, deer, birds, and various small mammals.

Colin's Rig Plantation offers a tranquil and serene setting for nature enthusiasts and outdoor enthusiasts alike. The well-maintained walking trails meander through the woodland, providing visitors with an opportunity to explore and appreciate the surrounding natural beauty. These paths are suitable for hikers of all levels, from leisurely strolls to more challenging treks.

The plantation also serves as an important ecological site, contributing to the conservation of the local ecosystem. It acts as a carbon sink, absorbing carbon dioxide and mitigating the effects of climate change. Additionally, the woodland plays a crucial role in maintaining water quality, preventing soil erosion, and supporting the overall health of the surrounding environment.

Visitors to Colin's Rig Plantation can enjoy a range of recreational activities, including picnicking, bird-watching, photography, and nature study. The plantation is easily accessible, with ample parking facilities and well-marked trails. Whether seeking solace in nature or seeking adventure, Colin's Rig Plantation offers a truly immersive and enchanting experience for all who visit.

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Lamb Rig Newly planted with trees.
Lamb Rig
Newly planted with trees.
Sawmill, Baddinsgill
Sawmill, Baddinsgill
The dam, Baddinsgill Reservoir
The dam, Baddinsgill Reservoir
Log stacks, Thieves Road
Log stacks, Thieves Road
Pentland Hills near Baddinsgill Reservoir A field almost surrounded by a shelter belt.
Pentland Hills near Baddinsgill Reservoir
A field almost surrounded by a shelter belt.
Thieves Road The track that crosses the pass at Cauldstane Slap with East Cairn Hill in the background.
Thieves Road
The track that crosses the pass at Cauldstane Slap with East Cairn Hill in the background.
Quarry on Muckle Knock A rather uncomfortable stony road runs to the quarry. After the quarry there is a lovely grassy track into the moors below West Cairn Hill.
Quarry on Muckle Knock
A rather uncomfortable stony road runs to the quarry. After the quarry there is a lovely grassy track into the moors below West Cairn Hill.
Byrehope Mount Pentland Hills.  Byrehope is the hollow just beneath the summit.
Byrehope Mount
Pentland Hills. Byrehope is the hollow just beneath the summit.
The Baddinsgill Burn, Pentland Hills 2009 view here: <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1209261">NT1155 : Valley of the Baddinsgill Burn</a>
The Baddinsgill Burn, Pentland Hills
Track on Muckle Knock A very enjoyable grassy track - it leads nowhere. The early part is horribly stony but pass the quarry and you are rewarded.
Track on Muckle Knock
A very enjoyable grassy track - it leads nowhere. The early part is horribly stony but pass the quarry and you are rewarded.
Summit, Muckle Knock I am still finding the odd Pentland summit that I have not visited. Good view through to The Kips.
Summit, Muckle Knock
I am still finding the odd Pentland summit that I have not visited. Good view through to The Kips.
Gathering ground of the Baddinsgill Burn The ruin is absent from the 1897 survey but appears on mid 20th century maps. It is surrounded by a small area of improved grassland.
Gathering ground of the Baddinsgill Burn
The ruin is absent from the 1897 survey but appears on mid 20th century maps. It is surrounded by a small area of improved grassland.
Log pile with buried roadsign Baddinsgill, Pentland Hills.
Log pile with buried roadsign
Baddinsgill, Pentland Hills.
Sheep grazing near Baddinsgill Farm The smoke is coming from a chimney at a timber and firewood business that operates from this site.
Sheep grazing near Baddinsgill Farm
The smoke is coming from a chimney at a timber and firewood business that operates from this site.
The Pentland Hills From Portmore Estate
The Pentland Hills
From Portmore Estate
Baddinsgill Reservoir spillway
Baddinsgill Reservoir spillway
The road to Baddinsgill Farm
The road to Baddinsgill Farm
Baddinsgill Reservoir dam The lower slopes of Mount Maw rise beyond.
Baddinsgill Reservoir dam
The lower slopes of Mount Maw rise beyond.
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Colin's Rig Plantation is located at Grid Ref: NT1355 (Lat: 55.782644, Lng: -3.3864881)

Unitary Authority: The Scottish Borders

Police Authority: The Lothians and Scottish Borders

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