Broadhead Wood

Wood, Forest in Midlothian

Scotland

Broadhead Wood

Woodland, Arniston Beside the South Esk. Home of some big trees.
Woodland, Arniston Credit: Richard Webb

Broadhead Wood is a picturesque woodland located in Midlothian, Scotland. Covering an area of approximately 100 acres, it offers visitors a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life. The wood is characterized by its dense canopy of trees, predominantly consisting of oak, beech, and birch species.

As one enters Broadhead Wood, they are greeted by a well-maintained network of walking trails that wind through the forest. These trails cater to various fitness levels, making the woodland accessible to all visitors. The paths are lined with wildflowers and ferns, adding to the enchanting atmosphere of the wood.

The woodland is home to a diverse range of wildlife, including red squirrels, roe deer, and a variety of bird species. Birdwatchers will particularly enjoy the wood, as it provides an ideal habitat for species such as woodpeckers, owls, and tits.

For those interested in the history of the area, Broadhead Wood has a rich past. It was once part of a vast estate and features remnants of old stone walls and ruins, adding a touch of mystery to the surroundings. The wood also has a small pond, which adds to its charm and attracts amphibians and water-dwelling creatures.

With its serene ambiance, well-maintained trails, and abundant wildlife, Broadhead Wood is a popular destination for nature lovers and hikers alike. Its accessibility, coupled with its natural beauty, makes it a hidden gem in Midlothian, providing visitors with a delightful woodland experience.

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Broadhead Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.80249/-3.0846026 or Grid Reference NT3257. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Woodland, Arniston Beside the South Esk. Home of some big trees.
Woodland, Arniston
Beside the South Esk. Home of some big trees.
River South Esk Downstream of Temple.
River South Esk
Downstream of Temple.
Braidwood Bridge Crossing the South Esk near Temple.
Braidwood Bridge
Crossing the South Esk near Temple.
Braidwood Bridge
Braidwood Bridge
Autumn at Arniston Under the canopy of a giant Beech tree, with a carpet of Beech leaves and looking towards one of the magnificent big conifers on the Arniston estate near Gorebridge.
Autumn at Arniston
Under the canopy of a giant Beech tree, with a carpet of Beech leaves and looking towards one of the magnificent big conifers on the Arniston estate near Gorebridge.
B6372 near Braidwood Bridge
B6372 near Braidwood Bridge
Ballooning over Midlothian A calm crisp morning, just the thing for a balloon flight, seen here from the road by Rosebery Estate.
Ballooning over Midlothian
A calm crisp morning, just the thing for a balloon flight, seen here from the road by Rosebery Estate.
Recently seeded farmland at Fountain Strip
Recently seeded farmland at Fountain Strip
Sheep near Yorkston Midlothian farmland in the foothills of the Moorfoots.
Sheep near Yorkston
Midlothian farmland in the foothills of the Moorfoots.
Road Closed No access to Gladhouse from here - not sure how long for, but if one knows at the outset no great diversion - presumably they are working on the reservoir dam.
Road Closed
No access to Gladhouse from here - not sure how long for, but if one knows at the outset no great diversion - presumably they are working on the reservoir dam.
Yorkston from the south A grey day in rural Midlothian.
Yorkston from the south
A grey day in rural Midlothian.
Rushy pasture at Broadhead Looking west across to the valley of the South Esk as it leaves Rosebery Reservoir.
Rushy pasture at Broadhead
Looking west across to the valley of the South Esk as it leaves Rosebery Reservoir.
Braidwood Bridge over the River South Esk Erected in 1811 by Robert Dundas of Arniston, Chief Baron of the Exchequer.
Braidwood Bridge over the River South Esk
Erected in 1811 by Robert Dundas of Arniston, Chief Baron of the Exchequer.
Inscription on Braidwood Bridge On the eastern parapet of the bridge <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2592804">NT3158 : Braidwood Bridge over the River South Esk</a>.
Inscription on Braidwood Bridge
On the eastern parapet of the bridge NT3158 : Braidwood Bridge over the River South Esk.
The River South Esk Looking down into the deep valley from the Braidwood Bridge.
The River South Esk
Looking down into the deep valley from the Braidwood Bridge.
Rain drops keep falling past my head Looking down into the River South Esk from Braidwood Bridge, through a canopy of alder and ash.
Rain drops keep falling past my head
Looking down into the River South Esk from Braidwood Bridge, through a canopy of alder and ash.
Sheep near Outerston
Sheep near Outerston
Thimble Cottage at Outerston
Thimble Cottage at Outerston
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Broadhead Wood is located at Grid Ref: NT3257 (Lat: 55.80249, Lng: -3.0846026)

Unitary Authority: Midlothian

Police Authority: The Lothians and Scottish Borders

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