Cut Trees

Wood, Forest in Peeblesshire

Scotland

Cut Trees

Looking towards Penvalla from Cat Hill Penvalla is a distinctively shaped hill above Harrow Hope.
Looking towards Penvalla from Cat Hill Credit: Alan O'Dowd

Cut Trees is a wood located in Peeblesshire, Scotland, encompassing a forested area of approximately [insert size] acres. The wood is situated in a picturesque setting, surrounded by rolling hills and breathtaking natural beauty. It serves as a vital component of the local ecosystem, providing a habitat for a diverse range of flora and fauna.

The wood primarily consists of mature trees, including a mix of deciduous and coniferous species, such as oak, birch, pine, and spruce. The tall canopies of these trees create a dense cover, allowing minimal sunlight to penetrate to the forest floor. This, in turn, promotes the growth of shade-loving plants and mosses, contributing to the wood's unique ecosystem.

Cut Trees is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and outdoor enthusiasts alike. It offers numerous walking trails and paths, allowing visitors to explore its natural wonders while immersing themselves in the tranquility of the surroundings. The wood is also frequented by birdwatchers, as it is home to a variety of bird species, including woodpeckers, owls, and various songbirds.

In addition to its recreational value, Cut Trees serves as an important carbon sink, absorbing carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and storing it within its vast vegetation. This contributes to mitigating the effects of climate change and maintaining air quality in the region.

Efforts are made to ensure the sustainable management of Cut Trees, with periodic selective logging and reforestation programs implemented to maintain the health and diversity of the wood. This is done in collaboration with local forestry authorities and conservation organizations, ensuring the long-term viability of this natural treasure.

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Cut Trees Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.636313/-3.3240444 or Grid Reference NT1638. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Looking towards Penvalla from Cat Hill Penvalla is a distinctively shaped hill above Harrow Hope.
Looking towards Penvalla from Cat Hill
Penvalla is a distinctively shaped hill above Harrow Hope.
Summit fence, Riding Hill An old wall, an old fence and a newer fence cross the heathery top.
Summit fence, Riding Hill
An old wall, an old fence and a newer fence cross the heathery top.
Westwards from Riding Hill The view to Tinto in the distance across the col between Penvalla and Ladyurd Hill with Broomy Side straight ahead.
Westwards from Riding Hill
The view to Tinto in the distance across the col between Penvalla and Ladyurd Hill with Broomy Side straight ahead.
Summit fence, Cat Hill Cat Hill is a minor top (437m) on the ridge running NW from Riding Hill. Penvalla is the prominent summit to the left with Hammer Head in view straight ahead.
Summit fence, Cat Hill
Cat Hill is a minor top (437m) on the ridge running NW from Riding Hill. Penvalla is the prominent summit to the left with Hammer Head in view straight ahead.
Descent from Cat Hill Wainwright's maxim 'Watch where you are putting your feet' applies here on a heathery slope with concealed bumps and hollows and the occasional piece of old fence wire. <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1064945">NT1540 : Pass beneath Ladyurd Hill</a> shows this spot in a hard winter frost.
Descent from Cat Hill
Wainwright's maxim 'Watch where you are putting your feet' applies here on a heathery slope with concealed bumps and hollows and the occasional piece of old fence wire. NT1540 : Pass beneath Ladyurd Hill shows this spot in a hard winter frost.
Valley of the Easton Burn, Stobo Two burns, the Easton and Weston, drain eastwards from the Broughton hills into the Tweed.
Valley of the Easton Burn, Stobo
Two burns, the Easton and Weston, drain eastwards from the Broughton hills into the Tweed.
John Buchan Way near Harrowhope Summer grasses in the meadow alongside the Easton Burn.
John Buchan Way near Harrowhope
Summer grasses in the meadow alongside the Easton Burn.
Ruins at Harrowhope The back of the ruined cottage by the Easton Burn.
Ruins at Harrowhope
The back of the ruined cottage by the Easton Burn.
Ruins by the Easton Burn The roofless remains of the cottage. The John Buchan Way passes its front door.
Ruins by the Easton Burn
The roofless remains of the cottage. The John Buchan Way passes its front door.
Small quarry below Hammer Rig An old quarry by the track south of Hammer Rig. Exposed rock is rarely seen in this area.
Small quarry below Hammer Rig
An old quarry by the track south of Hammer Rig. Exposed rock is rarely seen in this area.
Woodland on Tarcreish Coniferous woodland on the north side of this hill on the Stobo estate.
Woodland on Tarcreish
Coniferous woodland on the north side of this hill on the Stobo estate.
On the track to Stobo An estate track following the course of the Weston Burn towards Home Farm.
On the track to Stobo
An estate track following the course of the Weston Burn towards Home Farm.
Tree planting on Harrow Hill Broadleaved trees have been planted around the edge of the clear-felled section shown in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6789832">NT1637 : Clear-felled ground, Harrow Hill</a>.
Tree planting on Harrow Hill
Broadleaved trees have been planted around the edge of the clear-felled section shown in NT1637 : Clear-felled ground, Harrow Hill.
Stobo Castle, Near Peebles Stobo Castle Health Spa
Stobo Castle, Near Peebles
Stobo Castle Health Spa
Stobo Castle, Near Peebles Stobo Castle Health Spa
Stobo Castle, Near Peebles
Stobo Castle Health Spa
Stobo Castle, Near Peebles Stobo Castle Health Spa
Stobo Castle, Near Peebles
Stobo Castle Health Spa
Stobo Castle, Near Peebles Stobo Castle Health Spa
Stobo Castle, Near Peebles
Stobo Castle Health Spa
Stobo Castle, Near Peebles Sculpture
Stobo Castle, Near Peebles
Sculpture
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Cut Trees is located at Grid Ref: NT1638 (Lat: 55.636313, Lng: -3.3240444)

Unitary Authority: The Scottish Borders

Police Authority: The Lothians and Scottish Borders

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Penveny Hill
Corbett: no
Donald: no
Ele: 438
Graham: no
Munro: no
Natural: peak
Lat/Long: 55.6395481/-3.3217885
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