Birkenbaud Wood

Wood, Forest in Morayshire

Scotland

Birkenbaud Wood

Sand Martins (Riparia riparia) Several pairs of Sand Martins have excavated nest burrows in a partly collapsed sandhill. Below the nest holes there is a beautiful example of fluvial cross-bedding in the sand. Sadly, it won&#039;t last - it will be destroyed by the next sandslide. — Sand Martins (Riparia riparia) Credit: Anne Burgess

Birkenbaud Wood is a picturesque forest located in Morayshire, Scotland. Covering an area of approximately 500 acres, it is a haven of natural beauty and tranquility. The forest is predominantly made up of birch trees, giving it its name, but also features a variety of other tree species such as oak, beech, and pine.

The wood is situated in a rural area, surrounded by rolling hills and breathtaking landscapes. It offers a myriad of outdoor activities for visitors to enjoy, including walking, hiking, and birdwatching. The well-maintained paths and trails make it easy for visitors to explore the wood and immerse themselves in its peaceful atmosphere.

Birkenbaud Wood is home to a diverse range of wildlife, including various bird species, small mammals, and insects. It provides a vital habitat for these creatures, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and wildlife photographers.

The wood is also steeped in history, with ancient ruins and archaeological sites scattered throughout its grounds. These remnants offer a glimpse into the past, adding an air of mystery and intrigue to the forest.

Visitors to Birkenbaud Wood can take advantage of the picnic areas and benches scattered throughout the forest, providing a perfect spot to relax and take in the stunning surroundings. With its natural beauty, rich biodiversity, and historical significance, Birkenbaud Wood is a beloved destination for both locals and tourists alike.

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Birkenbaud Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.587221/-3.2884494 or Grid Reference NJ2355. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Sand Martins (Riparia riparia)

Several pairs of Sand Martins have excavated nest burrows in a partly collapsed sandhill. Below the nest holes there is a beautiful example of fluvial cross-bedding in the sand. Sadly, it won't last - it will be destroyed by the next sandslide.

Anne Burgess

Common Vetch (Vicia sativa)

At least I think it's V sativa ssp nigra but I am happy to be corrected. It grows in the dry sandy ground around the margins of the airfield. The long straight spine does not belong to the vetch.

Anne Burgess

Bonfire Night

A private bonfire party, held a week early to avoid a clash with the various organised bonfires and fireworks displays to be held next Saturday.

Anne Burgess

Highland Gliding Club

On 2 January, a glider is parked outside the hangar which has replaced the one destroyed by snow almost two years ago. The windsock shows a brisk westerly wind, and the first day's flying of 2012 is making the most of it before the threatened snowstorm arrives.

Anne Burgess

Northern Marsh Orchid (Dactylorhiza purpurella)

A fine specimen of one of the commoner orchid species. This is the first time I have seen one just here, although I've been passing this spot frequently for the last 20 years. Edit: still there three years on NJ2155 : Northern Marsh Orchid (Dactylorhiza purpurella). Edit: thanks to farming contractors driving over the spot in the winter before last, it seems that it has been destroyed.

Anne Burgess

Whooper Swans at Fogwatt

You know that winter is really on its way when the Whooper Swans arrive from Iceland on their way south.

Anne Burgess

Trailer Park

The trailer park at the Highland Gliding Club at midday on 1 January 2013, lit by a shaft of sunlight between a series of sharp showers. The trailers are used to store and transport de-rigged gliders. In the background is a small hillock with the wind sock on top of it showing a brisk westerly wind.

Anne Burgess

Gliding Club Buildings

New Year's Day isn't what it used to be. This year, 2013, several people turned out to fly on the first day of the year. The last time that happened was in 2003. It turned out to be a very pleasant day, mild and with sunny intervals.

Anne Burgess

Minor road near Thomshill

Steven Brown

Access road to Easterton Airfield

Steven Brown

Road junction near Burnbank Farm

Steven Brown

Looking across to Burnbank Farm

Steven Brown

Road junction near Fogwatt

Steven Brown

Minor road near Fogwatt

Steven Brown

Helicopter Fly-past

Four helicopters, possibly Apaches, head south-east across the airfield as part of a military exercise centred on the former RAF, now Army, base at Kinloss. Brown Muir on the skyline; the foreground is in square.

Anne Burgess

Beneath Hart Hill

NJ2354 is very much a forested square. A view from the corner, a short distance into the wood from the A941. The old pines do not last long, there are commercial conifers not much further in.

Richard Webb