Cunnoquhie East Hill Wood

Wood, Forest in Fife

Scotland

Cunnoquhie East Hill Wood

Nisbetfield from the south Looking north from Monimail up the hill to Nisbetfield. — Nisbetfield from the south Credit: Scott Cormie

Cunnoquhie East Hill Wood is a stunning woodland located in Fife, Scotland. Covering an area of approximately 100 acres, it is nestled on the eastern slope of Cunnoquhie Hill, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside.

This ancient woodland is characterized by its diverse range of trees, including oak, beech, birch, and ash. The trees create a dense and lush canopy, providing a habitat for a variety of wildlife, such as deer, squirrels, and a wide array of bird species.

The wood is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and hikers due to its well-maintained network of walking trails. These trails wind through the wood, taking visitors on a journey through its enchanting landscape. Along the way, walkers can discover hidden glens, picturesque streams, and vibrant wildflowers.

Cunnoquhie East Hill Wood also holds historical significance. It is believed to have been a site of human activity since ancient times, with remnants of Iron Age settlements and fortified structures found within its boundaries. These archaeological features add an extra layer of intrigue and fascination to the wood, attracting history enthusiasts and researchers alike.

Managed by the Woodland Trust, Cunnoquhie East Hill Wood is committed to preserving and protecting its natural beauty and cultural heritage. Regular maintenance and conservation efforts ensure that the wood remains a haven for both wildlife and visitors seeking solace in nature's embrace.

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Cunnoquhie East Hill Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.331864/-3.1266159 or Grid Reference NO3016. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Nisbetfield from the south

Looking north from Monimail up the hill to Nisbetfield.

Scott Cormie

Sheepfold at Dunboghill

David

Abandoned farm at Gowdie

Wonderful views to the south and east, with Hopetown monument just visible on the skyline

David

Collairniehill farm ruin

David

Shelter in the hills

Three-sided shelter hidden high above Dunbog containing some picnic tables

David

Deer fence and gate Balmeadow Hill

Newly planted woodland on Balmeadow Hill is protected with an extensive deer fence. Hopetoun Monument on the skyline.

David

Gowdie

A ruined farm above Letham. The grass above is grazed by cattle in the Summer months, the dark green is oilseed rape which had just started its Spring growth spurt.

Richard Webb

Gowdie

A ruined farm above Letham.

Richard Webb

Oilseed rape, Gowdie

Arable land above Letham with a view towards Mount Hill.

Richard Webb

Ruin, Gowdie

East gable end of the farmhouse. I passed by quickly, it looks like a deep breath is all that is needed to bring it down. The stonework is interesting, undressed stone, probably cleared off the fields. The igneous rock of the Ochil Hills is not far beneath the surface here.

Richard Webb

Hill above Gowdie

A 198m summit with mobile mast. I cannot find the name of the hill, but I would bet Gowdie features in it. Did not hang about, I got the headache you used to get with early mobile telephones. There is evidence that the summit area was once wooded and there are some surviving trees here. Other than the microwaves, a rather lovely place.

Richard Webb

View towards Dunbog Hill

A field of sheep, the only livestock I saw today, although in Summer there are always a lot of cattle up here. The pale object in the dip is a combine. There are about seven people walking across the far slope, the sheep were not too bothered.

Richard Webb

Hills behind Letham

Over the back from Gowdie overlooking a mixed landscape of arable land, small woods and open grazing with a lot of whins growing, especially on Collairnie Hill, my destination. There is a big clearance cairn in the newly ploughed field. Gorse grows well on basalt uplands, especially where there snow drifts tend to form. The distant hill is Norman's Law and the scenery there is similar to here. They may not be high, but Fife's bit of the Ochils is very rewarding.

Richard Webb

View towards Collairniehill

The ruin of Collairniehill lies beneath gorse covered Collairnie Hill. The distant view is past Norman's Law to Craigowl Hill in the Sidlaws, past Dundee.

Richard Webb

Cunnoquhie West Hill Wood

The track runs along the northern and western end of the wood and is very useful for dodging fences and crops. A continuation carries on to the ruins at Gowdie. There is more woodland on Cunnoquhie West Hill than currently mapped.

Richard Webb

Cunnoquhie West Hill

Although this hill is not named on the OS map, the woodland east of it is named as Cunnoquhie West Hill Wood (confusingly, and as opposed to Cunnoquhie East Hill Wood). I have therefore chosen to call it Connoquhie West Hill, but am prepared to be corrected!

Becky Williamson