Drive Wood

Wood, Forest in Peeblesshire

Scotland

Drive Wood

Horsburgh Castle ruin with sheep pasture Credit: Astrid H

Drive Wood is a picturesque forest located in Peeblesshire, Scotland. Spread across a vast area, this woodland is renowned for its natural beauty and diverse flora and fauna. The forest is situated in a rural area, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the tranquility and serenity of the surrounding countryside.

Drive Wood is characterized by its dense canopy of trees, primarily consisting of native species such as oak, beech, and birch. These towering trees provide a sheltered habitat for a wide range of wildlife, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and bird watchers. Visitors may catch a glimpse of species like red squirrels, roe deer, and various bird species as they explore the forest trails.

The wood is intersected by a network of well-maintained paths, allowing visitors to enjoy leisurely walks or engage in more challenging hikes. The crisp, fresh air and the peaceful atmosphere make it an ideal location for outdoor activities such as picnics, photography, or simply taking in the natural beauty of the surroundings.

Drive Wood also offers a glimpse into the region's history and culture, with remnants of ancient settlements and landmarks scattered throughout the forest. These historical features add an extra layer of intrigue to the wood, making it an appealing destination for those interested in both nature and history.

Overall, Drive Wood in Peeblesshire is a captivating destination that offers a unique blend of natural beauty, wildlife, and historical significance. Its idyllic setting and diverse offerings make it a must-visit location for anyone seeking a peaceful escape in the heart of Scotland.

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Drive Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.633717/-3.128859 or Grid Reference NT2938. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

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

The Hub Cafe, Glentress

Packed out as usual and sadly such a good, fair priced cafe as this just had to go. They were denied the chance to bid for the lease for the shiny new facility over the road and closed down by the Forestry Commission. Apparently this is normal practice once one of their facilities becomes popular, and I have seen a similar enterprise in the Forest of Dean go the same way. The bike shop closed today, so no more good value, and quick services for my bikes.

Richard Webb

The Hub - the last day

Having done so much for the success of the bike trails in Glentress Forest, today the shop was closed down by the Forestry Commission. They were not allowed to bid for the lease in the new all singing and all dancing centre across the road which we are expected to pay for (not a penny from me! - I'm parking elsewhere and riding in) and they are to be replaced by one of the big Edinburgh shops. A legend!

Richard Webb

Old railway bridge, Cardrona

The bridge over the Tweed, looking back to Cardrona and the site of the former station. The line is now a path and cycleway to Peebles. The golf course surrounds the nearby hotel and extends E along the riverside.

Jim Barton

Horsbrugh Castle

A 16th century castle, now a roofless ruin, on a hillock just S of the A72 near Cardrona - see Link

for more detail. Horsburgh is an alternative spelling for the name. There is also a ruined tower at Nether Horsburgh in NT3039 to the east.

Jim Barton

The Tweed near Kailzie

Compare with NT2838 : A bend on the River Tweed near Kailzie which shows the same scene in May 2010.

Jim Barton

Eshiels and Glentress

A view from the old railway route between Cardrona and Peebles on a morning with light snow showers.

Jim Barton

Decorated trees, Eshiels Community Woodland

Trees with a brighter look at the site of the Eshiels Youth Sculpture Project in this part of the woodland by the Tweed - see also NT2739 : Eshiels Youth Sculpture project.

Jim Barton

Scotsmill by the Tweed

Houses on the S bank upstream of the Kailzie Estate.

Jim Barton

Peel bike shop and cafe, Glentress

The shiny new shop and cafe referred to in NT2839 : The Hub Cafe, Glentress, part of a new development at Glentress with car park, visitor centre and offices.

Jim Barton

Cardrona from Lee Burn Head

On the right is the A72 to Peebles passing the Macdonald Cardrona Hotel with its associated golf course, the old railway line crosses the Tweed to follow its E bank and in the foreground are some houses at Cardrona with the 62 bus at the stop outside the old railway station, now the village shop. The houses at the SE side of Peebles are in view in the distance.

Jim Barton

Farmland below Falla Brae

Grassland by Eshiels and the Glentress mountain bike centre.

Richard Webb

Horsbrugh Castle

The ruin is situated above the flood plain of the Tweed.

Richard Webb

Eshiels Holdings

Grassland beneath Glentress Forest and an estate agent's sign.

Richard Webb

Bridges over the Tweed at Cardrona

The road bridge links the village with the A72 and the old railway bridge beyond is now used for the Cardrona to Peebles path and cycleway.

Jim Barton

Strange road sign, Scotsmill

I have found out from NT2639 : An unusual road sign that this is actually a sign aimed at humans, not mice. A territorial buzzard has been causing trouble in the area - no doubt music to the ears of our "Guardians of the Countryside" who want to kill buzzards. This may of course explain the vague wording.

Richard Webb

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Drive Wood is located at Grid Ref: NT2938 (Lat: 55.633717, Lng: -3.128859)

Unitary Authority: The Scottish Borders

Police Authority: The Lothians and Scottish Borders