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Benrinnes Wood

Wood, Forest in Banffshire

Scotland

Benrinnes Wood

Ben Rinnes View down the Spey from near Tulchan.
Ben Rinnes Credit: Richard Webb

Benrinnes Wood is a picturesque forest located in Banffshire, Scotland. Covering an area of approximately 500 acres, it is known for its stunning natural beauty and diverse range of flora and fauna. The wood is situated on the slopes of Ben Rinnes, a prominent mountain in the region, and offers breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside.

The forest is predominantly made up of native tree species, such as Scots pine, birch, and oak, which create a dense canopy overhead. These trees provide a habitat for numerous bird species, including woodpeckers, owls, and various songbirds. Visitors to Benrinnes Wood can often catch glimpses of these birds flitting between the branches or hear their melodic calls.

Tranquil walking trails wind through the wood, allowing visitors to explore its hidden corners and discover its natural wonders. Along these paths, one can find a rich variety of wildflowers, ferns, and mosses, adding bursts of color to the forest floor.

Benrinnes Wood is also home to a diverse array of wildlife. Red squirrels can be spotted leaping between tree branches, while deer can occasionally be seen grazing in clearings. The forest is also a haven for smaller creatures like hedgehogs, badgers, and a multitude of insects.

Overall, Benrinnes Wood offers visitors a peaceful and enchanting escape into nature. Its stunning landscapes, abundant wildlife, and well-maintained trails make it a popular destination for nature lovers, hikers, and photographers alike.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 57.401157/-3.2188197 or Grid Reference NJ2635. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Ben Rinnes View down the Spey from near Tulchan.
Ben Rinnes
View down the Spey from near Tulchan.
Motorway up Ben Rinnes Recently improved and widened path up Ben Rinnes makes for pleasant walking. Don't be fooled by the bright autumnal sunshine, the wind chill was below freezing with a gale force north westerly.
Motorway up Ben Rinnes
Recently improved and widened path up Ben Rinnes makes for pleasant walking. Don't be fooled by the bright autumnal sunshine, the wind chill was below freezing with a gale force north westerly.
Busy Day on Ben Rinnes I was the 3rd party to the summit but there were 15 cars in the car park when I finished. Some of the people still ascending can be seen in the picture. A bright autumnal day of sub zero wind chill.
Busy Day on Ben Rinnes
I was the 3rd party to the summit but there were 15 cars in the car park when I finished. Some of the people still ascending can be seen in the picture. A bright autumnal day of sub zero wind chill.
Ben Rinnes The gully on the west slope is the course of the Burn of Lyneriach.
Ben Rinnes
The gully on the west slope is the course of the Burn of Lyneriach.
The start of the Ben Rinnes path There is a small parking area here - often full up!
The start of the Ben Rinnes path
There is a small parking area here - often full up!
The Ben Rinnes path Looking over Glen Rinnes.
The Ben Rinnes path
Looking over Glen Rinnes.
The path descends from Round Hill Meikle Conval in the distance.
The path descends from Round Hill
Meikle Conval in the distance.
The path descends from Round Hill Meikle Conval in the distance.
The path descends from Round Hill
Meikle Conval in the distance.
The Ben Rinnes path at Round Hill Note the unusual 'scissors' gate in the now non-existent fence.
The Ben Rinnes path at Round Hill
Note the unusual 'scissors' gate in the now non-existent fence.
The Ben Rinnes path
The Ben Rinnes path
"Pile of Stones" as marked by the OS by the Ben Rinnes path The large dark hill is Meikle Conval; the hill to its left is Little Conval.
"Pile of Stones" as marked by the OS by the Ben Rinnes path
The large dark hill is Meikle Conval; the hill to its left is Little Conval.
The eroded path up Ben Rinnes Parts of this path have been rebuilt by volunteers - but not this section.
The eroded path up Ben Rinnes
Parts of this path have been rebuilt by volunteers - but not this section.
Ascending Black Banks on the Ben Rinnes path
Ascending Black Banks on the Ben Rinnes path
The summit of Ben Rinnes The white-painted trig point can be seen. The summit rocks are named the Scurran of Lochterlandoch - a lovely sounding name!
The summit of Ben Rinnes
The white-painted trig point can be seen. The summit rocks are named the Scurran of Lochterlandoch - a lovely sounding name!
Minor road towards Aberlour
Minor road towards Aberlour
Snow covered track up Roy’s Hill
Snow covered track up Roy’s Hill
Eastern slopes of Ben Rinnes
Eastern slopes of Ben Rinnes
From the summit of Ben Rinnes The rocky nature of the summit area can be made out despite the snow.
From the summit of Ben Rinnes
The rocky nature of the summit area can be made out despite the snow.
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Benrinnes Wood is located at Grid Ref: NJ2635 (Lat: 57.401157, Lng: -3.2188197)

Unitary Authority: Moray

Police Authority: North East

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