Falla Brae

Wood, Forest in Peeblesshire

Scotland

Falla Brae

Bught Hill from Habs Cleuch Shank Much of the land in the middle foreground will be planted by the Forestry Commission over the next few years. The white building in the valley is the Macdonald Cardrona Hotel. — Bught Hill from Habs Cleuch Shank Credit: Jim Barton

Falla Brae is a picturesque woodland located in Peeblesshire, a historic county in the Scottish Borders region of Scotland. Nestled amidst rolling hills and lush greenery, this enchanting forest is known for its breathtaking beauty and tranquil atmosphere.

Covering an area of approximately 200 acres, Falla Brae boasts a diverse range of native tree species, including oak, birch, and pine, which provide a rich tapestry of colors during the autumn months. The forest floor is blanketed with a lush carpet of ferns, mosses, and wildflowers, creating a vibrant and inviting landscape for visitors to explore.

The wood is crisscrossed with a network of well-maintained footpaths and trails, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the natural splendor of the surroundings. These paths wind through the forest, leading to secluded clearings, babbling brooks, and stunning viewpoints that offer panoramic vistas of the surrounding countryside. Wildlife is abundant in Falla Brae, with sightings of deer, red squirrels, and a variety of bird species being common.

Falla Brae is not only a haven for nature lovers but also a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts. The forest offers opportunities for activities such as hiking, birdwatching, and photography. It is also a favored spot for picnicking and family outings, with several designated picnic areas and benches scattered throughout the woodland.

With its serene ambiance and breathtaking scenery, Falla Brae is a hidden gem in Peeblesshire, offering visitors a peaceful retreat away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

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Falla Brae Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.652345/-3.1385489 or Grid Reference NT2840. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Bught Hill from Habs Cleuch Shank

Much of the land in the middle foreground will be planted by the Forestry Commission over the next few years. The white building in the valley is the Macdonald Cardrona Hotel.

Jim Barton

Hope and Habs Cleuch Shank

Hope is the cottage, and Habs Cleuch Shank the ridge behind on the right. A very secluded dwelling, reachable only up a grass track.

Chris Eilbeck

Old Sheep Fold, Glentress Forest

Nowadays not many sheep find their way to this place, now surrounded by dense forest.

Chris Eilbeck

Footbridge and ford, Horsburgh Hope Burn.

Living at the end of this track might be the one valid reason for owning a SUV.

Chris Eilbeck

Track to Hope cottage

The cottage lies just over the rise. The eastern stretches of Glentress Forest clothe the hillsides at the head of this glen.

Jim Barton

Circular sheepfold in forest clearing

The Horsbrugh Heights trail from Glentress Forest passes this spot.

Jim Barton

End of the Strip

The butt of a shelterbelt rising up from the Hope.

Richard Webb

Farm track, Nether Horsburgh

Looking downhill along a trackway towards the new village of Cardrona on the floor of Tweeddale.

Richard Webb

Enclosure, Bught Hill

A circular earthbank on a spur, marked as an enclosure on the Ordnance Survey map.

Richard Webb

Hope

Hope, the house in a hope, seen from Bught Hill.

Richard Webb

Glentress Forest, Hope

Looking into the forest, from steep slopes above Hope.

Richard Webb

Forest Edge

The Hope Burn emerges from Glentress Forest.

Richard Webb

Horseburgh Hope

A glen draining part of Glentress Forest in the Moorfoot Hills.

Richard Webb

Horseburgh Hope

Looking downstream, away from Glentress Forest and into a mixed landscape of sheep grazing and shelter belts.

Richard Webb

Horsburgh Castle ruin with sheep pasture

Astrid H

Horsburgh Castle

Horsburgh Castle seen from the visitors centre on the opposite hillside. Sheep and hills a plenty.

Dennis simpson

MacDonalds Cardrona Hotel

This exclusive hotel, golf and country club has an idyllic location on the north bank of the river Tweed. A glimpse of the river can be seen to the left of the picture. Between the hotel and the river is the golf course and a row of golf buggies are parked adjacent to a large bunker in front of the hotel.

ronnie leask

Remnant of the Wire Bridge, Peebles

The post in the foreground appears to be the only surviving part of a former suspension footbridge across the Tweed here. It was a private bridge for the Kingsmeadows estate, connecting with Wire Bridge Cottage, just in view across the river. Further historical background and a photograph of the bridge are given in 'Peebles Remembered' published by The Tweeddale Society in 2005.

Jim Barton

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Falla Brae is located at Grid Ref: NT2840 (Lat: 55.652345, Lng: -3.1385489)

Unitary Authority: The Scottish Borders

Police Authority: The Lothians and Scottish Borders