Crooked Wood

Wood, Forest in Morayshire

Scotland

Crooked Wood

Barley, Innes Another wide verge designed to improve visibility at a crossroads. It would have been taken from the field growing barley in the background.
Barley, Innes Credit: Richard Webb

Crooked Wood is a scenic forest located in Morayshire, Scotland. It covers an area of approximately 500 acres and is renowned for its unique and captivating landscape. The name "Crooked Wood" is derived from the twisted and contorted shape of the trees, which creates an enchanting atmosphere for visitors.

The forest is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts. It boasts an impressive variety of tree species, including oak, birch, and pine, which provide a rich and vibrant canopy overhead. The forest floor is adorned with a carpet of wildflowers, creating a picturesque setting during the blooming season.

Crooked Wood is also home to a variety of wildlife, including deer, squirrels, and a wide range of bird species. Birdwatchers will be delighted by the opportunity to spot rare and migratory birds within the forest's boundaries.

The forest offers a network of well-maintained trails, allowing visitors to explore its natural beauty at their own pace. Hiking, cycling, and horseback riding are popular activities enjoyed by both locals and tourists. The trails wind through the woodland, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside and the nearby River Spey.

Crooked Wood has also become a popular destination for photographers and artists due to its picturesque scenery. The interplay of light and shadow, combined with the unique shapes of the trees, provides ample opportunities for capturing stunning images and inspiring creative works.

Overall, Crooked Wood in Morayshire is a captivating forest that offers visitors a chance to immerse themselves in nature's beauty and tranquility. It is a must-visit destination for anyone seeking a peaceful retreat or a chance to reconnect with the natural world.

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Crooked Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.643311/-3.2151996 or Grid Reference NJ2762. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Barley, Innes Another wide verge designed to improve visibility at a crossroads. It would have been taken from the field growing barley in the background.
Barley, Innes
Another wide verge designed to improve visibility at a crossroads. It would have been taken from the field growing barley in the background.
Barley, Nether Meft Nether Meft is on the other side of the barley field.
Barley, Nether Meft
Nether Meft is on the other side of the barley field.
Field of barley Barley, usually grown for malting is the big crop in this area, as with all of low lying land along the East of Scotland and northeastern England.
Field of barley
Barley, usually grown for malting is the big crop in this area, as with all of low lying land along the East of Scotland and northeastern England.
Path near Lhanbryde A narrow path leads round the edge of this field to the road to Garmouth. The houses are some of the housing developments in the village of Lhanbryde.
Path near Lhanbryde
A narrow path leads round the edge of this field to the road to Garmouth. The houses are some of the housing developments in the village of Lhanbryde.
Approaching Lhanbryde This village was bypassed in 1995 ,the road was previously part of the A96.
Approaching Lhanbryde
This village was bypassed in 1995 ,the road was previously part of the A96.
Woodside Farm This farm is in close proximity to Lhanbryde village.
Woodside Farm
This farm is in close proximity to Lhanbryde village.
South Darkland Hill
South Darkland Hill
Longhill Burn In Lhanbryde village.
Longhill Burn
In Lhanbryde village.
Kirkhill Drive Lhanbryde
Kirkhill Drive Lhanbryde
Kirkhill Drive Lhanbryde a cul-de-sac with modern bungalows.
Kirkhill Drive Lhanbryde
a cul-de-sac with modern bungalows.
A Dwelling at Kirkhill Drive. Kirkhill drive is a cul-de-sac of modern bungalows, each one different from the rest.
A Dwelling at Kirkhill Drive.
Kirkhill drive is a cul-de-sac of modern bungalows, each one different from the rest.
Spring amongst the Birches There's a Spring-like quality in the air today and the dogs sense it.This particular area is much frequented by badgers and the dogs are excited by the scent of last nights marauders.
Spring amongst the Birches
There's a Spring-like quality in the air today and the dogs sense it.This particular area is much frequented by badgers and the dogs are excited by the scent of last nights marauders.
AA Phone Box in need of some TLC I wonder how long it will take for someone to restore this old AA Box to its bright gloss finish.  It's amazing what deterioration can set in after only a few years <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1689561">NJ2961 : AA  Phone Box  No. 714</a>.
AA Phone Box in need of some TLC
I wonder how long it will take for someone to restore this old AA Box to its bright gloss finish. It's amazing what deterioration can set in after only a few years NJ2961 : AA Phone Box No. 714.
Loch Oire This little loch is becoming heavily overgrown with water plants.  The improvised rod rests on the bank show that the clear water at the edge has been used by fishermen.
Loch Oire
This little loch is becoming heavily overgrown with water plants. The improvised rod rests on the bank show that the clear water at the edge has been used by fishermen.
A dearth of water at Loch na Bo This is Loch Na Bo at its lowest level since 1904! A crack in the dam wall was considered a danger so rather than risk the dam bursting and flooding the local area, the water level has been dropped till repairs are carried out.
A dearth of water at Loch na Bo
This is Loch Na Bo at its lowest level since 1904! A crack in the dam wall was considered a danger so rather than risk the dam bursting and flooding the local area, the water level has been dropped till repairs are carried out.
1904 water levels on 1st January 2013 Here we see Loch na Bo at its original level of 1904 prior to the building of the dam wall and sluice gate. <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/988754">NJ2860 : A rainy view from the Summerhouse on Lochnabo</a>
1904 water levels on 1st January 2013
Here we see Loch na Bo at its original level of 1904 prior to the building of the dam wall and sluice gate. NJ2860 : A rainy view from the Summerhouse on Lochnabo
Cooling off in bonnie Loch na Bo Loch na Bo - that's heaven on earth to the Spaniel breed.
Cooling off in bonnie Loch na Bo
Loch na Bo - that's heaven on earth to the Spaniel breed.
AA Box 714 - I'm back, newly painted, and with a new little friend And I've moved a few yards up the road, and just to confuse things, into a different square. See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2854954">NJ2961 : AA Phone Box in need of some TLC</a>.
AA Box 714 - I'm back, newly painted, and with a new little friend
And I've moved a few yards up the road, and just to confuse things, into a different square. See NJ2961 : AA Phone Box in need of some TLC.
Show me another place!

Crooked Wood is located at Grid Ref: NJ2762 (Lat: 57.643311, Lng: -3.2151996)

Unitary Authority: Moray

Police Authority: North East

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