Beech Wood

Wood, Forest in Angus

Scotland

Beech Wood

Larghan Playpark Playground at Larghan Victory Park on the eastern side of Coupar Angus.
Larghan Playpark Credit: Scott Cormie

Beech Wood, Angus is a picturesque forest located in the Angus region of Scotland. Covering an area of approximately 100 hectares, it is known for its dense and lush beech tree population, which gives the wood its name. The forest is situated on gently sloping terrain, providing visitors with a varied and scenic landscape to explore.

Beech Wood is a haven for nature enthusiasts, offering a tranquil and serene environment. The forest is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, with an abundance of wildlife that includes deer, birds, and various small mammals. The dense canopy of beech trees provides a cool and shaded atmosphere, making it an ideal destination for nature walks or picnics on warm summer days.

The wood is crisscrossed with a network of well-maintained trails, allowing visitors to easily navigate through the forest. These paths cater to different preferences, ranging from short and leisurely strolls to longer hikes that provide a more challenging experience. Along the trails, visitors can enjoy the beauty of the woodland, observe the wildlife, and even spot some rare plant species that thrive in this unique ecosystem.

Beech Wood, Angus is also a popular destination for photographers and artists, who are drawn to the enchanting atmosphere and the play of light filtering through the dense foliage. The forest provides ample opportunities for capturing stunning images or creating artwork inspired by its natural beauty.

Overall, Beech Wood, Angus offers a peaceful retreat where visitors can immerse themselves in nature, enjoy outdoor activities, and appreciate the beauty of this ancient woodland.

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Beech Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.536206/-3.2512499 or Grid Reference NO2338. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Larghan Playpark Playground at Larghan Victory Park on the eastern side of Coupar Angus.
Larghan Playpark
Playground at Larghan Victory Park on the eastern side of Coupar Angus.
Union Street, Coupar Angus
Union Street, Coupar Angus
Former Plumber Shop with accommodation above. The shop bears a sign 'Plumber', but it appears to be closed down.
Former Plumber
Shop with accommodation above. The shop bears a sign 'Plumber', but it appears to be closed down.
Shops, The Cross, Coupar Angus Old & New; Tower Bakery & Cafe; and The Beauty Spot. Poppies are on display for Remembrance Day and Christmas lights in the shape of Christmas trees are up (although I suspect they weren't taken down from last year).
Shops, The Cross, Coupar Angus
Old & New; Tower Bakery & Cafe; and The Beauty Spot. Poppies are on display for Remembrance Day and Christmas lights in the shape of Christmas trees are up (although I suspect they weren't taken down from last year).
Scotmid Coop Convenience store on the corner of Union Street and Commercial Street, Coupar Angus. The building is mainly 18th century in date, although the corner dates from 1905. The building is Category C listed <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/LB23136" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/LB23136">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>.
Scotmid Coop
Convenience store on the corner of Union Street and Commercial Street, Coupar Angus. The building is mainly 18th century in date, although the corner dates from 1905. The building is Category C listed LinkExternal link.
Former hall, Union Street, Coupar Angus Designed by architect James Smart, 1887 as the Free Church. It later became a hall used by the Church of Scotland. It now looks to be in private ownership.
Former hall, Union Street, Coupar Angus
Designed by architect James Smart, 1887 as the Free Church. It later became a hall used by the Church of Scotland. It now looks to be in private ownership.
Lamb & Gardiner Ford dealer and Shell filling station on Union Street, Coupar Angus.
Lamb & Gardiner
Ford dealer and Shell filling station on Union Street, Coupar Angus.
Coupar Angus Town Hall Designed by David Smart and built 1886-7 on Union Street, Coupar Angus to mark Queen Victoria's jubilee. The building's future has been in doubt in recent years as Perth & Kinross Council struggle to find funding for essential maintenance work. It is Category C listed <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/LB51347" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/LB51347">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>.
Coupar Angus Town Hall
Designed by David Smart and built 1886-7 on Union Street, Coupar Angus to mark Queen Victoria's jubilee. The building's future has been in doubt in recent years as Perth & Kinross Council struggle to find funding for essential maintenance work. It is Category C listed LinkExternal link.
The A94 near Coupar Angus
The A94 near Coupar Angus
Davidsons Chemists At the corner of Union Street and High Street. A Category C listed <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/LB23135" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/LB23135">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> property, dating from about 1845.
Davidsons Chemists
At the corner of Union Street and High Street. A Category C listed LinkExternal link property, dating from about 1845.
The Cross, Coupar Angus The building on the right is the former Royal Hotel and Assembly Rooms, dating from about 1840 and Category B listed <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/LB23138" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/LB23138">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>. The cross in the centre is a modern version.
The Cross, Coupar Angus
The building on the right is the former Royal Hotel and Assembly Rooms, dating from about 1840 and Category B listed LinkExternal link. The cross in the centre is a modern version.
The Cross, Coupar Angus A modern version of the traditional town cross in the High Street.
The Cross, Coupar Angus
A modern version of the traditional town cross in the High Street.
Old & New Gift shop at The Cross, Coupar Angus. 'Something for everyone'.
Old & New
Gift shop at The Cross, Coupar Angus. 'Something for everyone'.
The High Street Store Before 2016 this was Meg's Snack Bar and had been empty for some time. It was bought by Forward Coupar Angus and developed as a community shop, dedicated to selling local products and opened in June 2016. The property is currently empty and according to the sign outside it was for sale, but is currently 'under offer'.
The High Street Store
Before 2016 this was Meg's Snack Bar and had been empty for some time. It was bought by Forward Coupar Angus and developed as a community shop, dedicated to selling local products and opened in June 2016. The property is currently empty and according to the sign outside it was for sale, but is currently 'under offer'.
The Coupar Burn Looking upstream.
The Coupar Burn
Looking upstream.
High Street, Coupar Angus Looking towards shops at The Cross <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7642146">NO2240 : Shops, The Cross, Coupar Angus</a>.
High Street, Coupar Angus
Looking towards shops at The Cross NO2240 : Shops, The Cross, Coupar Angus.
Former Strathmore Hotel A Category B listed <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/LB23129" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/LB23129">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> 18th century inn, which has been disused and empty since around 2005. It is in poor condition and is listed in the Buildings at Risk Register <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.buildingsatrisk.org.uk/details/911650" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.buildingsatrisk.org.uk/details/911650">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>.
Former Strathmore Hotel
A Category B listed LinkExternal link 18th century inn, which has been disused and empty since around 2005. It is in poor condition and is listed in the Buildings at Risk Register LinkExternal link.
Tollbooth Steeple plaque On the wall of the Category B listed <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/LB23128" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/LB23128">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> 18th century tollbooth steeple <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7642620">NO2239 : Tollbooth Steeple</a>.

TOLLBOOTH STEEPLE
BUILT BY PUBLIC SUBSCRIPTION 1762
PRISON OF COURT OF REGALITY

See <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Regality" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Regality">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> for information about courts of regality.
Tollbooth Steeple plaque
On the wall of the Category B listed LinkExternal link 18th century tollbooth steeple NO2239 : Tollbooth Steeple. TOLLBOOTH STEEPLE BUILT BY PUBLIC SUBSCRIPTION 1762 PRISON OF COURT OF REGALITY See LinkExternal link for information about courts of regality.
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Beech Wood is located at Grid Ref: NO2338 (Lat: 56.536206, Lng: -3.2512499)

Unitary Authority: Perth and Kinross

Police Authority: Tayside

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