Gentle's Wood

Wood, Forest in Peeblesshire

Scotland

Gentle's Wood

Ridge from Birkscairn Hill to Stake Law Peaty heather covers much of the ridge in view. The Old Drove Road between Traquair and Peebles crosses the col. — Ridge from Birkscairn Hill to Stake Law Credit: Jim Barton

Gentle's Wood is a picturesque woodland located in Peeblesshire, Scotland. Spanning over a vast area, it is renowned for its serene and tranquil atmosphere, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and hikers alike. The wood is situated in the heart of the Scottish Borders, surrounded by rolling hills and breathtaking landscapes.

The woodland is primarily composed of native trees such as oak, birch, and beech, creating a diverse and vibrant ecosystem. The impressive canopy provides a shaded and cool environment during the summer months, making it a pleasant retreat from the heat. In the spring, the forest floor is carpeted with colorful wildflowers, creating a stunning display of nature's beauty.

Gentle's Wood offers a network of well-maintained pathways and trails, making it accessible to visitors of all ages and fitness levels. These paths wind through the wood, offering stunning viewpoints and opportunities for wildlife spotting. It is not uncommon to encounter red squirrels, roe deer, and a variety of bird species during a leisurely stroll through the forest.

The wood is also home to a rich history, with remnants of ancient settlements and archaeological sites scattered throughout. Visitors can explore these historical landmarks, gaining a deeper understanding of the area's cultural heritage.

Gentle's Wood is a true haven for those seeking tranquility and connection with nature. Its beauty, biodiversity, and historical significance make it a must-visit destination for anyone exploring the Scottish Borders region.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 55.583014/-3.1255152 or Grid Reference NT2932. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Ridge from Birkscairn Hill to Stake Law Peaty heather covers much of the ridge in view. The Old Drove Road between Traquair and Peebles crosses the col.

Ridge from Birkscairn Hill to Stake Law

Peaty heather covers much of the ridge in view. The Old Drove Road between Traquair and Peebles crosses the col.

Sheep, Glen Greening up pasture in front of Birks and Birks Hill.

Sheep, Glen

Greening up pasture in front of Birks and Birks Hill.

Glass Burn The Glass Burn descends moorland slopes towards Glen. A plantation containing western hemlock has recently been felled. Paths meet before a pass through the ridgeline nick. From there you can descend through Cardrona Forest, or contour beneath Birks Hill to pick up the drove road to Peebles.

Glass Burn

The Glass Burn descends moorland slopes towards Glen. A plantation containing western hemlock has recently been felled. Paths meet before a pass through the ridgeline nick. From there you can descend through Cardrona Forest, or contour beneath Birks Hill to pick up the drove road to Peebles.

Col, Little Craigie Side An old road from Peebles to Glen via Gypsy Glen crosses a ridge via a nick here. From the col you can go along the forest edge in either direction to link up with logging roads or climb away on the north side to a path which contours beneath Birks Hill to the drove road to Peebles.

Too tired to ride the bike into a fierce wind, I was walking today.

Col, Little Craigie Side

An old road from Peebles to Glen via Gypsy Glen crosses a ridge via a nick here. From the col you can go along the forest edge in either direction to link up with logging roads or climb away on the north side to a path which contours beneath Birks Hill to the drove road to Peebles. Too tired to ride the bike into a fierce wind, I was walking today.

Birks Hill summit Clag and drizzle clearing from Birks and Birkscairn Hill. The summit of Birks Hill is unmarked and it is very much a minor summit with only a shallow col with Birkscairn.

There is a prominent cairn to the east of the highest ground: <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/242968">NT2833 : Cairns, Birks Hill</a>
There is no fence along this ridge.

Birks Hill summit

Clag and drizzle clearing from Birks and Birkscairn Hill. The summit of Birks Hill is unmarked and it is very much a minor summit with only a shallow col with Birkscairn. There is a prominent cairn to the east of the highest ground: NT2833 : Cairns, Birks Hill There is no fence along this ridge.

Birks Hill The col between Birks Hill and Birkscairn Hill.

Birks Hill

The col between Birks Hill and Birkscairn Hill.

Birkscairn Hill Scottish Rights of Way Society sign on the old drove road between Peebles and the Yarrow Water. The path goes through a gate here and cuts the rather sharp corner shown on Ordnance Survey maps.

Birkscairn Hill

Scottish Rights of Way Society sign on the old drove road between Peebles and the Yarrow Water. The path goes through a gate here and cuts the rather sharp corner shown on Ordnance Survey maps.

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.

Woodland track An estate road at The Glen. Ongoing paths run over the hill to Tweeddale.

Woodland track

An estate road at The Glen. Ongoing paths run over the hill to Tweeddale.

Hill track, Glass Burn A path, not marked by the Ordnance Survey, but waymarked on the ground leads away from The Glen towards Cardrona Forest and Peebles.

Hill track, Glass Burn

A path, not marked by the Ordnance Survey, but waymarked on the ground leads away from The Glen towards Cardrona Forest and Peebles.

Col, Little Craigie Side The track rises beyond the nick in the ridgeline before contouring over to the old drove road on Birkscairn Hill. Most land north of the ridge is covered by Cardrona Forest.

Col, Little Craigie Side

The track rises beyond the nick in the ridgeline before contouring over to the old drove road on Birkscairn Hill. Most land north of the ridge is covered by Cardrona Forest.

Birks Hill A moorland covered minor bump above the Glen Estate.

Birks Hill

A moorland covered minor bump above the Glen Estate.

Birkscairn Hill Birkscairn Hill seen from the col with Birks Hill.

Birkscairn Hill

Birkscairn Hill seen from the col with Birks Hill.

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.

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.

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Gentle's Wood is located at Grid Ref: NT2932 (Lat: 55.583014, Lng: -3.1255152)

Unitary Authority: The Scottish Borders

Police Authority: The Lothians and Scottish Borders

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