Blairy Wood

Wood, Forest in Peeblesshire

Scotland

Blairy Wood

The Southern Upland Way near Kinchie Cleuch Burn
The Southern Upland Way near Kinchie Cleuch Burn Credit: Dave Kelly

Blairy Wood is a picturesque forest located in Peeblesshire, Scotland. Spread across a vast area, it is nestled in the rolling hills and breathtaking landscapes of the Scottish Borders region. The wood is known for its rich natural beauty, diverse wildlife, and peaceful atmosphere.

Covered predominantly with oak and birch trees, Blairy Wood boasts a dense canopy that provides a cool shade during summer months. The forest floor is carpeted with a variety of wildflowers, adding vibrant colors to the surroundings. This lush vegetation makes Blairy Wood an ideal habitat for numerous species of birds, insects, and animals, including red squirrels, roe deer, and a plethora of woodland birds.

The wood is crisscrossed with a network of well-maintained walking trails, enabling visitors to explore its wonders at their own pace. These paths wind through the forest, offering glimpses of babbling streams, hidden waterfalls, and scenic viewpoints. Nature enthusiasts can immerse themselves in the tranquility of the woodland, capturing the sights and sounds of nature.

Blairy Wood is not only a haven for wildlife but also a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts. It offers opportunities for activities such as hiking, birdwatching, and photography. The forest is well-equipped with picnic areas, benches, and information boards that provide valuable insights into the local flora and fauna.

Whether one seeks solitude in nature or desires an adventure in the great outdoors, Blairy Wood in Peeblesshire is a remarkable destination that promises an unforgettable experience.

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Blairy Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.573329/-3.1273 or Grid Reference NT2931. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The Southern Upland Way near Kinchie Cleuch Burn
The Southern Upland Way near Kinchie Cleuch Burn
Another weymerk! In 2002 and 2003 the Southern Upland Way included a treasure hunt.  Clues led to 15 or so kists where one found weymerks, metal tokens hidden inside different works of art.  This one on the moors looked like a stone at first glance, but then inside...
Another weymerk!
In 2002 and 2003 the Southern Upland Way included a treasure hunt. Clues led to 15 or so kists where one found weymerks, metal tokens hidden inside different works of art. This one on the moors looked like a stone at first glance, but then inside...
479m spot height A few stones mark this minor summit to the east of Deuchar Law.
479m spot height
A few stones mark this minor summit to the east of Deuchar Law.
Deuchar Law Parked passed Kirkhouse to use the Southern Upland Way to Blake Muir, Deuhar Law, Whiteknowe Head, Dun Rig, Stake Law and Birkscairn Hill before descending to Glen House Estate Farm to use the minor road back to Kirkhouse.
Name: Deuchar Law
Hill number: 1923
Height: 543m / 1781ft
Area: 28B: The River Tweed to the English Border
Class: Ma,5D
Grid ref: NT 28499 29698
Summit feature: small pile of stones
Drop: 155m
Col: 388m  NT276293
Deuchar Law
Parked passed Kirkhouse to use the Southern Upland Way to Blake Muir, Deuhar Law, Whiteknowe Head, Dun Rig, Stake Law and Birkscairn Hill before descending to Glen House Estate Farm to use the minor road back to Kirkhouse. Name: Deuchar Law Hill number: 1923 Height: 543m / 1781ft Area: 28B: The River Tweed to the English Border Class: Ma,5D Grid ref: NT 28499 29698 Summit feature: small pile of stones Drop: 155m Col: 388m NT276293
Kill Burn A tree lined watercourse on the Glen Estate with grassy Chester Rig beyond.
Kill Burn
A tree lined watercourse on the Glen Estate with grassy Chester Rig beyond.
Moorland, Stake Law Deep heather on the Glen Estate.
Moorland, Stake Law
Deep heather on the Glen Estate.
Loch Eddy An artificial loch in a woodland setting. It is named as a memorial to Edward Tennant, heir to the estate who was killed in the 1914-18 war.
Loch Eddy
An artificial loch in a woodland setting. It is named as a memorial to Edward Tennant, heir to the estate who was killed in the 1914-18 war.
Glen House The centrepiece of the Glen Estate, set in a beautiful wooded valley off Tweeddale.
Glen House
The centrepiece of the Glen Estate, set in a beautiful wooded valley off Tweeddale.
Birkscairn Hill The Glen Estate grouse moors on the southern side of Birkscairn Hill.
Birkscairn Hill
The Glen Estate grouse moors on the southern side of Birkscairn Hill.
Screes and Bald's Wood Scree covered hill above the Gumscleuch Burn by Loch Eddy.
Screes and Bald's Wood
Scree covered hill above the Gumscleuch Burn by Loch Eddy.
Track, The Glen Road running beside the Quair Burn.
Track, The Glen
Road running beside the Quair Burn.
Target Bank Wood Unthinned larch above the Quair Water.
Target Bank Wood
Unthinned larch above the Quair Water.
Eagles Wood There is a brief gap in The Glen woodlands here.
Eagles Wood
There is a brief gap in The Glen woodlands here.
Hannah's Wood Woodland on the south side of The Glen.
Hannah's Wood
Woodland on the south side of The Glen.
Road in The Glen The road from Loch Eddy passes Eagles Wood.
Road in The Glen
The road from Loch Eddy passes Eagles Wood.
Telephone box, The Glen Still there, unusually off the public highway.
Telephone box, The Glen
Still there, unusually off the public highway.
Gumscleuch Burn View downstream from outside Glenshiel Banks.
Gumscleuch Burn
View downstream from outside Glenshiel Banks.
Bridge, Glenshiel Banks A bridge on the access track.
Bridge, Glenshiel Banks
A bridge on the access track.
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Blairy Wood is located at Grid Ref: NT2931 (Lat: 55.573329, Lng: -3.1273)

Unitary Authority: The Scottish Borders

Police Authority: The Lothians and Scottish Borders

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