Bank Clump

Wood, Forest in Perthshire

Scotland

Bank Clump

Reedbeds at Port Allen Credit: Mike Pennington

Bank Clump is a picturesque woodland area located in Perthshire, Scotland. Nestled amidst the stunning natural beauty of the region, this forested area is a popular destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.

Stretching across a vast expanse, Bank Clump is characterized by its dense and diverse tree cover. The woodland is predominantly composed of native species such as oak, birch, and pine, creating a rich and vibrant ecosystem. The trees provide a haven for a wide variety of flora and fauna, making it a haven for birdwatchers and wildlife enthusiasts.

Visitors to Bank Clump can explore the forest through a network of well-maintained trails and paths, suitable for both leisurely walks and more challenging hikes. The peaceful ambiance of the woodland makes it an ideal spot for relaxation and contemplation, away from the hustle and bustle of city life.

In addition to its natural beauty, Bank Clump also offers various recreational activities. The forest is equipped with picnic areas, allowing visitors to enjoy a delightful outdoor meal amidst the tranquil surroundings. Camping facilities are also available, offering the opportunity to spend a night under the starry sky in the heart of nature.

Bank Clump is easily accessible, with ample parking facilities and well-signposted entrances. The forest is open to the public year-round, and admission is free. Whether it's a leisurely walk, birdwatching, or simply soaking in the serenity of the woodland, Bank Clump is a must-visit destination for those seeking to connect with nature in Perthshire.

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Bank Clump Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.387226/-3.2153418 or Grid Reference NO2522. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Reedbeds at Port Allen

Mike Pennington

Reedbeds at Port Allen

The stone bridge crosses a small creek.

Mike Pennington

Fields at Port Allen

Mike Pennington

Mud banks in the Tay Estuary

This mud bank is the Sure as Death Bank. It gave its name to the net fishing station of that name (or was it the other way round ?) I am standing on the end of an old sewage pipe encased in stones and concrete, marked on the map as "breakwater", having struggled through several hundred yards of a jungle of 8 foot high reeds. From Fife place name data Link

: "While it might be reasonable to suppose that this ominously named sand-bank in the Tay posed a deadly danger to shipping, the explanation given in OS Name Book (39, 4) is humorous and benign: ‘ A small sand bank visible at low water; and is insulated. It is so called from the fisherman who first fished on it having asserted that he caught fish on it; and then confirmed it by the common phrase “Sure as death, I have.”’"

Peter Aikman

Getting to the end of the sewage pipe marked "breakwater" on the map

Tay estuary coming into sight.

Peter Aikman

Reed beds and mud banks in the Tay Estuary

Peter Aikman

Reed beds and mudbanks in the Tay Estuary

A supplemental image taken when standing on the stone and earth embankment which would have formed the "harbour" of Port Allen. The reeds are last year's growth partly flattened by the Winter, and the mudbanks are showing up well as it is a particularly low tide.

Peter Aikman

In the reed beds of the Tay

I'm standing on the matted remains of some of last year's reeds ( holding me above water ) with my camera held above my head, to give you as best a view of the Tay mudbanks as I can from that position.

Peter Aikman

The reed beds at eye level

Peter Aikman

Masonic Lodge, Errol

Lodge The Carse of Gowrie No.871, Errol, Perthshire, Scotland.

Jim Campbell

Entrance gates to Errol Park

At Errol in Perthshire

James Denham

High Street, Errol

The High Street in Errol, with a number of buildings constructed of brick - a brickworks once operated nearby at Inchcoonins - see Geograph image NO2323 : Brick and Tile Works.

William Starkey

Farmland near Inchcoonans

Farmland near Inchcoonans, waterlogged in places after several days of wet weather.

William Starkey

Beehive kiln, Inchcoonans

One of two beehive kilns at the disused brickworks in Inchcoonans - now listed buildings(*). These were capable of firing up to 100,000 bricks simultaneously. A number of brickworks were situated in this area - an example of the relationship between geology and land use - local deposits of alluvial clay can be seen on the Geology of Britain viewer: Link

* Reference: British Listed Buildings; Inchcoonans Road, Errol Brick Company Brick Stacks and Kilns, Errol. Link

William Starkey