Prize Wood

Wood, Forest in Midlothian

Scotland

Prize Wood

Road to Roughsware Wood
Road to Roughsware Wood Credit: Richard Webb

Prize Wood is a picturesque forest located in Midlothian, Scotland. Covering an area of approximately 100 hectares, this wood is a haven for nature enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers alike. With its stunning landscape and diverse range of flora and fauna, Prize Wood offers a unique experience for visitors.

The wood is primarily composed of deciduous trees, including oak, beech, and birch, which provide a vibrant display of colors during the autumn months. Walking along the well-maintained trails, visitors can immerse themselves in the peaceful ambiance of the wood, surrounded by the sounds of birds chirping and leaves rustling in the wind.

Prize Wood is also home to a variety of wildlife, making it an ideal spot for wildlife spotting and birdwatching. Red squirrels, roe deer, and a plethora of bird species, including woodpeckers and owls, can be spotted in their natural habitat. The wood is well-known for its role in nature conservation, with several rare and endangered species finding sanctuary within its boundaries.

In addition to its natural beauty, Prize Wood offers recreational activities for visitors of all ages. There are designated picnic areas and well-equipped children's play areas, making it a popular destination for families. The wood also has a network of cycling paths, allowing visitors to explore the forest on wheels.

Overall, Prize Wood is a delightful natural retreat, offering a serene environment, diverse wildlife, and recreational opportunities for all. Whether it's a leisurely stroll, a family picnic, or an adventure-filled cycling trip, this wood has something to offer everyone who seeks solace in nature.

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Prize Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.756159/-3.0011433 or Grid Reference NT3751. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Road to Roughsware Wood
Road to Roughsware Wood
B709, Raeshaw
B709, Raeshaw
Heriot Water by Raeshaw
Heriot Water by Raeshaw
Heriot Water by Raeshaw Headwaters of the Tweed - near the confluence with the Carcant Burn which drains the land in the background.
Heriot Water by Raeshaw
Headwaters of the Tweed - near the confluence with the Carcant Burn which drains the land in the background.
Woodland above Raeshaw Hillside across the Heriot Water.
Woodland above Raeshaw
Hillside across the Heriot Water.
Raeshaw
Raeshaw
Broadband relay, Dod Law A familiar sight now on Borders hills.
Broadband relay, Dod Law
A familiar sight now on Borders hills.
Edge of Gorrie's Wood, Dod Law
Edge of Gorrie's Wood, Dod Law
Gorrie's Wood A lodgepole pine strip on Dod Law. The summit is in there somewhere.
Gorrie's Wood
A lodgepole pine strip on Dod Law. The summit is in there somewhere.
Summit area, Dod Law Wet ground in Gorrie's Wood.
Summit area, Dod Law
Wet ground in Gorrie's Wood.
Track on Dod Law
Track on Dod Law
West side of Dod Law Moorfoot Hills.
West side of Dod Law
Moorfoot Hills.
Caller Cleuch
Caller Cleuch
Track on Little Dod
Track on Little Dod
B709 closed - again! Road closures are now annoyingly commonplace. This time the road was closed while I was on the hill. Had to guess which side of the closure I was parked on.

The B709 is frequently closed.
B709 closed - again!
Road closures are now annoyingly commonplace. This time the road was closed while I was on the hill. Had to guess which side of the closure I was parked on. The B709 is frequently closed.
The interior of Heriot Church Formerly in Midlothian, now in the scottish Borders.
The interior of Heriot Church
Formerly in Midlothian, now in the scottish Borders.
Pool at Carcant The Carcant Burn has been dammed to form a small pool.
Pool at Carcant
The Carcant Burn has been dammed to form a small pool.
Corsehope Farm A hill farm at the head of the Corsehope valley. The cottage of Wester Corsehope is in view in the middle distance.
Corsehope Farm
A hill farm at the head of the Corsehope valley. The cottage of Wester Corsehope is in view in the middle distance.
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Prize Wood is located at Grid Ref: NT3751 (Lat: 55.756159, Lng: -3.0011433)

Unitary Authority: The Scottish Borders

Police Authority: The Lothians and Scottish Borders

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