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Fiddle Wood

Wood, Forest in Peeblesshire

Scotland

Fiddle Wood

Pine trees above Upper Newby Some eye-catching pines at the edge of a small plantation on the steep end of the ridge descending from Hundleshope Heights.
Pine trees above Upper Newby Credit: Jim Barton

Fiddle Wood is a picturesque forest located in Peeblesshire, Scotland. Covering an area of approximately 200 acres, this enchanting woodland is nestled between the charming villages of Eddleston and Leadburn. The forest is easily accessible, located just off the A703 road, making it a popular destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.

Fiddle Wood offers a diverse range of vegetation, with a mixture of broadleaf trees, conifers, and native Scottish fauna. The wood is particularly known for its majestic oak and beech trees, which create a stunning canopy of greenery. The forest floor is adorned with a rich carpet of bluebells and wildflowers during the spring season, adding to its ethereal beauty.

Walking trails meander through Fiddle Wood, providing visitors with the opportunity to explore its natural wonders. The paths are well-maintained and suitable for all ages and abilities, making it an ideal location for family outings or leisurely strolls. Along the way, visitors may encounter a variety of wildlife, including red squirrels, deer, and a diverse array of bird species.

The tranquil atmosphere of Fiddle Wood makes it a perfect spot for relaxation and contemplation. Many visitors find solace in the peaceful surroundings, away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. The forest also offers numerous picnic areas, where visitors can enjoy a packed lunch amidst the natural beauty that surrounds them.

In conclusion, Fiddle Wood in Peeblesshire is a captivating forest that offers a serene escape into nature. With its scenic trails, diverse vegetation, and peaceful ambiance, it is a must-visit destination for anyone seeking tranquility and a connection with the natural world.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 55.615472/-3.1947018 or Grid Reference NT2436. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Pine trees above Upper Newby Some eye-catching pines at the edge of a small plantation on the steep end of the ridge descending from Hundleshope Heights.
Pine trees above Upper Newby
Some eye-catching pines at the edge of a small plantation on the steep end of the ridge descending from Hundleshope Heights.
Warning of sheep chasing by dogs A notice on a field gatepost publicising the loss of five lambs to loose or out-of-control dogs, dated 8 June 2011.
Warning of sheep chasing by dogs
A notice on a field gatepost publicising the loss of five lambs to loose or out-of-control dogs, dated 8 June 2011.
Signpost on the John Buchan Way Situated where the route leaves the tarmac road to take the track crossing the ridge of Cademuir and down into Peebles.
Signpost on the John Buchan Way
Situated where the route leaves the tarmac road to take the track crossing the ridge of Cademuir and down into Peebles.
Cademuir from Whitelaw Hill A long-distance view from the ridge above the Manor Valley at Whitelaw Hill. The dry valley in view here on the S and E side of Cademuir, now farmland, is thought to have been the course of the Tweed in pre-glacial times, before the river became diverted through Neidpath gorge.
Cademuir from Whitelaw Hill
A long-distance view from the ridge above the Manor Valley at Whitelaw Hill. The dry valley in view here on the S and E side of Cademuir, now farmland, is thought to have been the course of the Tweed in pre-glacial times, before the river became diverted through Neidpath gorge.
Flat land behind Cademuir Looking towards Cademuir Hill from behind Hundeshope. The hill has still got its tree covered summit. The land between is flat with a feel of being a former loch bed.
Flat land behind Cademuir
Looking towards Cademuir Hill from behind Hundeshope. The hill has still got its tree covered summit. The land between is flat with a feel of being a former loch bed.
Pines of Hundleshope A regenerating pinewood on the glen floor.
Pines of Hundleshope
A regenerating pinewood on the glen floor.
Mouth of Hundles Hope An attractive glen opens out into the flatlands south of Cademuir. Another hope comes in here, the rather rugged glen of the Rae Burn.
Mouth of Hundles Hope
An attractive glen opens out into the flatlands south of Cademuir. Another hope comes in here, the rather rugged glen of the Rae Burn.
Last field, Hundleshope A rocky field at the mouth of Hundles Hope. There is a peg here, left over from the recently ended pheasant season.
Last field, Hundleshope
A rocky field at the mouth of Hundles Hope. There is a peg here, left over from the recently ended pheasant season.
Small pine wood, Hundleshope Young trees, protected by a dyke.
Small pine wood, Hundleshope
Young trees, protected by a dyke.
Border hillsides, Cademuir Hill Transient sunlight illuminating Cademuir Hill with Canada Hill beyond and Posso Craig in the distance across the Manor Valley.
Border hillsides, Cademuir Hill
Transient sunlight illuminating Cademuir Hill with Canada Hill beyond and Posso Craig in the distance across the Manor Valley.
Fields near Cademuir
Fields near Cademuir
Information board, Cademuir Forest car park An information board that was put up a few months ago, though perhaps 'Infinite Adventure' is slightly overstating the attractions of forest walks in Tweeddale. An ominous detail in the map L of centre is the appearance of small '£' signs on the car park symbols.
Information board, Cademuir Forest car park
An information board that was put up a few months ago, though perhaps 'Infinite Adventure' is slightly overstating the attractions of forest walks in Tweeddale. An ominous detail in the map L of centre is the appearance of small '£' signs on the car park symbols.
Road up Glen Sax The road to Upper Newby and the glen passes through a strip wood.
Road up Glen Sax
The road to Upper Newby and the glen passes through a strip wood.
Glen Sax View up the glen towards Upper Newby - the last inhabited house.
Glen Sax
View up the glen towards Upper Newby - the last inhabited house.
Woodland, Newby Some older, scattered woodland contrasts with more recent conifer plantations.
Woodland, Newby
Some older, scattered woodland contrasts with more recent conifer plantations.
Glen Sax near Upper Newby The Glensax Burn meanders along the grassy valley floor; from here it is about another 4km to the head of the glen where the burns unite past the old Glensax farm.
Glen Sax near Upper Newby
The Glensax Burn meanders along the grassy valley floor; from here it is about another 4km to the head of the glen where the burns unite past the old Glensax farm.
Subsidiary top on Cademuir One of the minor summits on the ridge within the plantation, looking towards the hillside on the west of the Manor Valley.
Subsidiary top on Cademuir
One of the minor summits on the ridge within the plantation, looking towards the hillside on the west of the Manor Valley.
Manor Valley from Cademuir The white slope on the right is Cademuir with the plantations on Canada Hill in the middle distance, with a view up the Manor Valley to Posso Craig on the left.
Manor Valley from Cademuir
The white slope on the right is Cademuir with the plantations on Canada Hill in the middle distance, with a view up the Manor Valley to Posso Craig on the left.
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Fiddle Wood is located at Grid Ref: NT2436 (Lat: 55.615472, Lng: -3.1947018)

Unitary Authority: The Scottish Borders

Police Authority: The Lothians and Scottish Borders

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