Bog Wood

Wood, Forest in Midlothian

Scotland

Bog Wood

Bog Wood, located in Midlothian, Scotland, is a picturesque forest known for its unique and diverse ecosystem. Covering an area of approximately 100 hectares, this ancient woodland is nestled within the Pentland Hills Regional Park, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and hikers alike.

The forest is named after the boggy terrain that characterizes the area, creating a distinct landscape rich in biodiversity. The dense canopy of trees, dominated by native species such as oaks, birches, and rowans, provides a habitat for a wide range of flora and fauna. The forest floor is often adorned with carpets of mosses, ferns, and wildflowers, adding to the enchanting atmosphere of the wood.

Bog Wood is not only a sanctuary for plants and animals but also holds historical significance. Evidence of prehistoric settlements, including stone circles and ancient burial sites, have been discovered within the forest, adding an air of mystery and intrigue to the area. Archaeological research continues to uncover new insights into the lives of the people who once inhabited this land.

The forest is crisscrossed with a network of well-maintained trails, allowing visitors to explore its beauty at their own pace. These paths lead to breathtaking viewpoints, serene lochs, and cascading waterfalls, providing opportunities for captivating photographs and moments of tranquility.

Bog Wood, with its rich biodiversity, historical significance, and stunning natural vistas, is undoubtedly a hidden gem in Midlothian, offering a unique and immersive experience for nature enthusiasts and history buffs alike.

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Bog Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.875662/-3.0491136 or Grid Reference NT3465. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Colliery cat kipping in coal

At the National Mining Museum Scotland, the former Lady Victoria Colliery.

Robin Webster

Equipment maintenance board, Lady Victoria Shaft

At the National Mining Museum Scotland. The 'Automatic contrivance' is intriguing, a term apparently commonly used without a more specific name.

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Winding engine, Lady Victoria Shaft

At the National Mining Museum Scotland, at the former Lady Victoria colliery. One side of the steam engine, which no longer has a steam supply, but can be turned over electrically.

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Winding engine, Lady Victoria Shaft

At the National Mining Museum Scotland, at the former Lady Victoria colliery. One side of the steam engine, which no longer has a steam supply, but can be turned over electrically. The winding drum is behind the shield with the flag, the other half of the two cylinder engine is off to the left. The winding ropes, which originally passed through the high port in the end wall, have been removed.

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Winding drum and indicators, Lady Victoria Shaft

At the National Mining Museum Scotland, at the former Lady Victoria colliery. The winding ropes, which originally passed through the high port in the end wall, have been removed.

Robin Webster

Coal face machinery, National Mining Museum Scotland

The underground parts of Lady Victoria Colliery have been capped off, but a mock-up of what it is like underground has been made in one of the surface buildings.

Robin Webster

NCB No.21 West Ayr Area at the National Mining Museum Scotland, 2007

There is a view of this nearby in 1982 in very good external condition. Since then it had been neglected, and not until 2019 was something done about it. It was moved to the Bo'ness and Kinneil Railway for cosmetic restoration and returned in 2020. During the first move it was found that the wheel bearings had seized up, and considerable difficult was had in shunting it around. Hopefully 'cosmetic' extended to sorting that out.

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Lawfield Farm Sign

Sign on public road for Lawfield Farm and Steading above Mayfield in Midlothian.

Adam Ward

Newtongrange Station

Peter Moore

Main Street, Newtongrange

Main Street from its junction with Lingerwood Road. In the foreground is one of the distinctive brick-built cottages of the 19th century mining village.

Jim Barton

Cafe on Main Street, Newtongrange

Cafe and takeaway business near the junction with Lingerwood Road.

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Picture Palace cinema commemoration, Newtongrange

Brickwork in the pavement at the junction of Lingerwood Road and Main Street commemorating the Picture Palace 1915 - 1961, first film Out of the Depths. It was situated across the road and the site is now occupied by a block of flats. There is a photograph of the cinema on the Canmore web page Link

(incorrectly titled as 4 Muirdean Road instead of Murderdean Road).

Jim Barton

Lane, Newtongrange

A lane between Fourth Street and Fifth Street in this 19th century mining village with a gridiron layout. Note the solar panels.

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Statue of a miner, Newtongrange

The plinth is inscribed 'Dedicated to All Mineworkers'.

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Newtongrange Library

The library in a small park next to the church.

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Winding wheel, Newtongrange

On display in front of the Leisure Centre to commemorate the coal mining industry here.

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Former coal conveyor, Newtongrange

This spans the A7 at the Lady Victoria Colliery, now the National Mining Museum. See NT3363 : Coal conveyor and National Mining Museum, Newtongrange for a view from the other end.

Jim Barton