Barrington Muir Plantation

Wood, Forest in Fife

Scotland

Barrington Muir Plantation

View towards East Lomond The landscape looks rather bleak but it was actually a lovely spring day.
View towards East Lomond Credit: Bill Harrison

Barrington Muir Plantation is a picturesque woodland located in Fife, Scotland. Spread across a sprawling area, this plantation is known for its lush greenery, diverse flora, and serene atmosphere. The plantation is nestled in the heart of Fife, surrounded by rolling hills and beautiful landscapes.

The woodland is home to a variety of tree species, including oak, beech, birch, and pine. These trees provide a dense canopy, creating a tranquil and peaceful environment. The plantation attracts nature enthusiasts and hikers, who can explore the numerous walking trails that wind through the woods.

Barrington Muir Plantation also boasts a rich wildlife population. Visitors may spot various woodland creatures such as deer, foxes, rabbits, and a wide array of bird species. The plantation serves as an important habitat for these animals, offering shelter and sustenance.

In addition to its natural beauty, Barrington Muir Plantation has historical significance. It was once part of a larger estate and has witnessed centuries of human activity. The plantation has remnants of old stone walls and ruins, which provide glimpses into its past.

Overall, Barrington Muir Plantation is a hidden gem in Fife, offering visitors a chance to immerse themselves in nature and experience the tranquility of a Scottish woodland. Whether it's a leisurely stroll or a more adventurous hike, this plantation provides a captivating and refreshing escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

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Barrington Muir Plantation Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.257881/-3.2696581 or Grid Reference NO2107. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

View towards East Lomond The landscape looks rather bleak but it was actually a lovely spring day.
View towards East Lomond
The landscape looks rather bleak but it was actually a lovely spring day.
The path down from West Lomond East Lomond <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/NT2406">NT2406</a> in the distance.
The path down from West Lomond
East Lomond NT2406 in the distance.
The path down from West Lomond The broad firm gravel path nearly all the way makes West Lomond a very popular location for a walk.
The path down from West Lomond
The broad firm gravel path nearly all the way makes West Lomond a very popular location for a walk.
Cyclist on West Lomond He denied having an onboard motor, but judging from the speed at which he ascended this rough path, it was hard to believe!
Cyclist on West Lomond
He denied having an onboard motor, but judging from the speed at which he ascended this rough path, it was hard to believe!
Path to West Lomond The path from Craigmead car park approaches West Lomond.
See Lomond Hills Regional Park article <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/article/Lomond-Hills-Regional-Park" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/article/Lomond-Hills-Regional-Park">Link</a>
Path to West Lomond
The path from Craigmead car park approaches West Lomond. See Lomond Hills Regional Park article Link
Path to West Lomond At the bottom of the hill the path splits into three. The old path to the summit can be seen on the left of the image. It was closed for several years to allow regeneration of the vegetation and path repairs to take place. It is now open again but is steep and should really be avoided. A new path can be seen heading off to the right. It contours round the hill taking a more affable line to the summit and is now the preferred route. On its way round the hill it is joined by a path coming up from the Bunnet Stane <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5402625">NO1906 : Path to West Lomond</a>. There is a third path leaving this junction. It goes left, contours round the hill and heads towards a stile beyond which the path continues past the Devil's Burdens to the top of Edge Head <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5412398">NO1805 : Path at top of Edge Head, Lomond Hills</a>.
See Lomond Hills Regional Park article <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/article/Lomond-Hills-Regional-Park" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/article/Lomond-Hills-Regional-Park">Link</a>
Path to West Lomond
At the bottom of the hill the path splits into three. The old path to the summit can be seen on the left of the image. It was closed for several years to allow regeneration of the vegetation and path repairs to take place. It is now open again but is steep and should really be avoided. A new path can be seen heading off to the right. It contours round the hill taking a more affable line to the summit and is now the preferred route. On its way round the hill it is joined by a path coming up from the Bunnet Stane NO1906 : Path to West Lomond. There is a third path leaving this junction. It goes left, contours round the hill and heads towards a stile beyond which the path continues past the Devil's Burdens to the top of Edge Head NO1805 : Path at top of Edge Head, Lomond Hills. See Lomond Hills Regional Park article Link
Path around West Lomond This is the third path which leaves the junction at the base of West Lomond <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5424401">NO1906 : Path to West Lomond</a>. It contours round the hill with its ultimate destination being the top of Edge Head.
See Lomond Hills Regional Park article <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/article/Lomond-Hills-Regional-Park" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/article/Lomond-Hills-Regional-Park">Link</a>
Path around West Lomond
This is the third path which leaves the junction at the base of West Lomond NO1906 : Path to West Lomond. It contours round the hill with its ultimate destination being the top of Edge Head. See Lomond Hills Regional Park article Link
Path to West Lomond The eastern approach to West Lomond. No climbing, until the final hump.
Path to West Lomond
The eastern approach to West Lomond. No climbing, until the final hump.
Strathmiglo Village Hall
Strathmiglo Village Hall
Strathmiglo community garden
Strathmiglo community garden
Strathmiglo community garden
Strathmiglo community garden
Willow Tree Gorgeous multi-stemmed Willow tree at the car park outside the Strath village hall.  Great tree for the childrfen to climb on, there's sometimes a rope swing too.
Willow Tree
Gorgeous multi-stemmed Willow tree at the car park outside the Strath village hall. Great tree for the childrfen to climb on, there's sometimes a rope swing too.
View of woods above Strathmiglo I know them as 'the cliffs' not sure what everyone else calls them!
View of woods above Strathmiglo
I know them as 'the cliffs' not sure what everyone else calls them!
Standing stone, Balharvie Moss Recognised as prehistoric. ‘Balharvie Moss | Canmore’. 2022. Canmore.org.uk <<span class="nowrap"><a title="https://canmore.org.uk/site/29932/balharvie-moss" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://canmore.org.uk/site/29932/balharvie-moss">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> > [accessed 29 October 2022]
Standing stone, Balharvie Moss
Recognised as prehistoric. ‘Balharvie Moss | Canmore’. 2022. Canmore.org.uk <LinkExternal link > [accessed 29 October 2022]
A semi-circle of nine small boulders Probably one of the several prehistoric hut circles in the vicinity.
‘Belharvie Moss | Canmore’. 2022. Canmore.org.uk &amp;lt;&lt;span class=&quot;nowrap&quot;&gt;&lt;a title=&quot;https://canmore.org.uk/site/29877/belharvie-moss&quot; rel=&quot;nofollow ugc noopener&quot; href=&quot;https://canmore.org.uk/site/29877/belharvie-moss&quot;&gt;Link&lt;/a&gt;&lt;img style=&quot;margin-left:2px;&quot; alt=&quot;External link&quot; title=&quot;External link - shift click to open in new window&quot; src=&quot;https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png&quot; width=&quot;10&quot; height=&quot;10&quot;/&gt;&lt;/span&gt; &amp;gt; [accessed 29 October 2022]
A semi-circle of nine small boulders
Probably one of the several prehistoric hut circles in the vicinity. ‘Belharvie Moss | Canmore’. 2022. Canmore.org.uk <LinkExternal link > [accessed 29 October 2022]
Possible Cist Two stones set vertically in the earth at right angles to each other suggest a cist. But on the other hand it may be natural.

‘Balharvie Moss | Canmore’. 2022. Canmore.org.uk &amp;lt;&lt;span class=&quot;nowrap&quot;&gt;&lt;a title=&quot;https://canmore.org.uk/site/29874/balharvie-moss&quot; rel=&quot;nofollow ugc noopener&quot; href=&quot;https://canmore.org.uk/site/29874/balharvie-moss&quot;&gt;Link&lt;/a&gt;&lt;img style=&quot;margin-left:2px;&quot; alt=&quot;External link&quot; title=&quot;External link - shift click to open in new window&quot; src=&quot;https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png&quot; width=&quot;10&quot; height=&quot;10&quot;/&gt;&lt;/span&gt; &amp;gt; [accessed 29 October 2022]
Possible Cist
Two stones set vertically in the earth at right angles to each other suggest a cist. But on the other hand it may be natural. ‘Balharvie Moss | Canmore’. 2022. Canmore.org.uk <LinkExternal link > [accessed 29 October 2022]
Enclosed lane, Falkland Moss
Enclosed lane, Falkland Moss
Track to West Lomond From near Craigmead car park.
Track to West Lomond
From near Craigmead car park.
Show me another place!

Barrington Muir Plantation is located at Grid Ref: NO2107 (Lat: 56.257881, Lng: -3.2696581)

Unitary Authority: Fife

Police Authority: Fife

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