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Craigellachie Wood

Wood, Forest in Morayshire

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Craigellachie Wood

B9102/A941 junction The B road climbs hard away from the Spey, soon passing the Macallan distillery.
B9102/A941 junction Credit: Richard Webb

Craigellachie Wood is a picturesque forest located in Morayshire, Scotland. Covering an area of approximately 2,500 acres, it is renowned for its natural beauty and diverse wildlife. The wood is situated near the village of Craigellachie, nestled within the stunning Speyside region, which is famous for its whisky production and breathtaking landscapes.

The woodland is predominantly composed of native tree species such as oak, birch, and pine, creating a rich and varied ecosystem. Walking through the wood, visitors can enjoy the peaceful sounds of nature and the enchanting fragrance of wildflowers that bloom in abundance during the spring and summer months.

One of the highlights of Craigellachie Wood is the River Spey, which meanders through the forest, adding to its charm and tranquility. The river is well-known for its salmon fishing, attracting anglers from around the world. The wood also boasts several walking trails of varying difficulty, allowing visitors to explore the forest at their own pace and admire its stunning vistas.

Wildlife enthusiasts will be delighted by the diverse range of animal species that call Craigellachie Wood home. Red squirrels, roe deer, and a variety of bird species can be spotted throughout the forest. Lucky visitors might even catch a glimpse of the elusive pine marten or the majestic golden eagle soaring above the treetops.

Overall, Craigellachie Wood offers a captivating experience for nature lovers, providing a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Its natural beauty and abundant wildlife make it a must-visit destination for those seeking a true Scottish woodland experience.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 57.495677/-3.2061513 or Grid Reference NJ2745. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

B9102/A941 junction The B road climbs hard away from the Spey, soon passing the Macallan distillery.
B9102/A941 junction
The B road climbs hard away from the Spey, soon passing the Macallan distillery.
Macallan bonds
Macallan bonds
Harvested barley near Craigellachie Above the Macallan distillery looking towards Craigellachie Wood.
Harvested barley near Craigellachie
Above the Macallan distillery looking towards Craigellachie Wood.
Cattle beside the Burn of Sandyhillock Not sure about the burn name, it is shown as Burn of Ringorm downstream but the bridge just off shot to the right is Bridge of Sandyhillock.
Cattle beside the Burn of Sandyhillock
Not sure about the burn name, it is shown as Burn of Ringorm downstream but the bridge just off shot to the right is Bridge of Sandyhillock.
Craigellachie Bridge The southern approach to Craigellachie Bridge, designed by Thomas Telford and completed in 1814. Autumn colours are showing on the steep ground beyond.
Craigellachie Bridge
The southern approach to Craigellachie Bridge, designed by Thomas Telford and completed in 1814. Autumn colours are showing on the steep ground beyond.
Sinuous Railing The iron railing alongside the road on the left bank downstream from Craigellachie Bridge is still intact and seems to be in good condition.
Sinuous Railing
The iron railing alongside the road on the left bank downstream from Craigellachie Bridge is still intact and seems to be in good condition.
Craigellachie Bridge Designed by Thomas Telford, cast at Plas Kynaston in Wales, and erected in 1814. The bridge is a Category A listed building. See <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/LB2357" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/LB2357">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> and note that despite what the maps say its correct name is Craigellachie Bridge.
Craigellachie Bridge
Designed by Thomas Telford, cast at Plas Kynaston in Wales, and erected in 1814. The bridge is a Category A listed building. See LinkExternal link and note that despite what the maps say its correct name is Craigellachie Bridge.
Hawk.... There is a large number of plants with dandelion-like flowers: Hawkweeds, Hawkbits and Hawksbeards. It requires greater expertise than mine to tell most of them apart.
Hawk....
There is a large number of plants with dandelion-like flowers: Hawkweeds, Hawkbits and Hawksbeards. It requires greater expertise than mine to tell most of them apart.
The 'new' Spey bridge at Craigellachie Built to replace Telford's cast iron bridge, it is itself now 50 years old.
The 'new' Spey bridge at Craigellachie
Built to replace Telford's cast iron bridge, it is itself now 50 years old.
Plaques on Telford's Bridge, Craigellachie Moved from the arch when the bridge was restored in 1964.
Plaques on Telford's Bridge, Craigellachie
Moved from the arch when the bridge was restored in 1964.
Almost nowhere to go The immediate more than 90 degree turn at the northern end of the bridge was no problem in the days of horse drawn vehicles, but very restrictive to modern vehicles.
Almost nowhere to go
The immediate more than 90 degree turn at the northern end of the bridge was no problem in the days of horse drawn vehicles, but very restrictive to modern vehicles.
Bench mark, Craigellachie Old Bridge This bench mark was used during the First Primary Levelling, Scotland (1844-60). It was included on the Fochabers to Bridge of Don line as "No. 22. Bolt in East face of round tower, at North End of Craig Ellachie Bridge ; 1.74 ft. above surface. (p300)" at 277.105 feet above Liverpool datum. See <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7194598" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7194598">Link</a> for location
Bench mark, Craigellachie Old Bridge
This bench mark was used during the First Primary Levelling, Scotland (1844-60). It was included on the Fochabers to Bridge of Don line as "No. 22. Bolt in East face of round tower, at North End of Craig Ellachie Bridge ; 1.74 ft. above surface. (p300)" at 277.105 feet above Liverpool datum. See Link for location
The old road, Craigellachie Old Bridge Difficult to imagine this as an important A road as late as 1972, particularly with the dangers from rocks falling from the cliff. At this point also the road turned immediately at more than 90 degrees onto the bridge - a difficult manoeuvre for a standard bus or lorry of the mid/late 20th century. Now simply a footpath and cycleway.
The old road, Craigellachie Old Bridge
Difficult to imagine this as an important A road as late as 1972, particularly with the dangers from rocks falling from the cliff. At this point also the road turned immediately at more than 90 degrees onto the bridge - a difficult manoeuvre for a standard bus or lorry of the mid/late 20th century. Now simply a footpath and cycleway.
View from the Old Bridge, Craigellachie Looking south west with Ben Rinnes <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/NJ2535">NJ2535</a> in the distance. There is a benchmark <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7194588" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7194588">Link</a> at the base of the tower.
View from the Old Bridge, Craigellachie
Looking south west with Ben Rinnes NJ2535 in the distance. There is a benchmark Link at the base of the tower.
The Old Bridge, Craigellachie Panoramic view from the north east.
The Old Bridge, Craigellachie
Panoramic view from the north east.
Car park for the Old Bridge, Craigellachie The old road from the old bridge in the foreground, with the embankment onto the modern bridge behind. There are car parks for visitors to the old bridge on either side of the modern road.
Car park for the Old Bridge, Craigellachie
The old road from the old bridge in the foreground, with the embankment onto the modern bridge behind. There are car parks for visitors to the old bridge on either side of the modern road.
The Old Bridge, Craigellachie View of the underside showing the four main ribs.
The Old Bridge, Craigellachie
View of the underside showing the four main ribs.
The Old Bridge, Craigellachie - detail The springing of the arch at the south abutment.
The Old Bridge, Craigellachie - detail
The springing of the arch at the south abutment.
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Craigellachie Wood is located at Grid Ref: NJ2745 (Lat: 57.495677, Lng: -3.2061513)

Unitary Authority: Moray

Police Authority: North East

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