Burnpark Wood

Wood, Forest in Banffshire

Scotland

Burnpark Wood

Hill of Towie Wind Farm The last two turbines in the eastern part of the wind farm.
Hill of Towie Wind Farm Credit: Anne Burgess

Burnpark Wood is a picturesque woodland located in Banffshire, Scotland. This enchanting forest covers an area of approximately 100 hectares and is known for its diverse range of flora and fauna. It is situated near the village of Rothiemay, just a few miles from the banks of the River Deveron.

The wood is predominantly made up of native tree species such as oak, birch, and rowan, which create a dense canopy of foliage. This creates a perfect habitat for a variety of wildlife, including red squirrels, roe deer, and a wide range of bird species such as woodpeckers and owls.

Visitors to Burnpark Wood can enjoy a network of well-maintained walking trails that wind their way through the forest, allowing them to immerse themselves in its natural beauty. The trails range from short, leisurely strolls to longer, more challenging hikes, catering to all levels of fitness and interest.

One of the highlights of the wood is the presence of a small, tranquil loch, which adds to its charm. This provides a peaceful spot for visitors to sit and observe the wildlife or simply enjoy the serenity of the surroundings.

Burnpark Wood is also an important site for conservation efforts, with ongoing management practices in place to protect and enhance its biodiversity. These include tree planting initiatives and the creation of habitats to encourage the survival of rare and endangered species.

Overall, Burnpark Wood offers a delightful escape for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts, providing a haven of tranquility and natural beauty in the heart of Banffshire.

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Burnpark Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.499321/-3.0367372 or Grid Reference NJ3745. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Hill of Towie Wind Farm The last two turbines in the eastern part of the wind farm.
Hill of Towie Wind Farm
The last two turbines in the eastern part of the wind farm.
Hill of Towie Wind Farm One of the benefits of wind farms is that the accompanying roads make it far easier to access these areas of moorland.
Hill of Towie Wind Farm
One of the benefits of wind farms is that the accompanying roads make it far easier to access these areas of moorland.
Sharp-flowered Rush (Juncus articulatus) A common plant of damp moorland, this one is actually groeing in a puddle by the road.
Sharp-flowered Rush (Juncus articulatus)
A common plant of damp moorland, this one is actually groeing in a puddle by the road.
Narrow-leaved Ragwort (Senecio inaequidens) This is a very recent arrival to these shores, so much so that my book, published in 2003,  says it is only found in east Kent and south Essex. Goodness knows how it found its way to the Hill of Towie, but there is quite a lot of it. It was being blown about by a brisk breeze, hence the slightly blurred flower heads.
Narrow-leaved Ragwort (Senecio inaequidens)
This is a very recent arrival to these shores, so much so that my book, published in 2003, says it is only found in east Kent and south Essex. Goodness knows how it found its way to the Hill of Towie, but there is quite a lot of it. It was being blown about by a brisk breeze, hence the slightly blurred flower heads.
Control Building The Hill of Towie wind farm is operated from here.
Control Building
The Hill of Towie wind farm is operated from here.
Hill of Towie Wind Farm Looking from the eastern part across the valley to the western part of the wind farm.
Hill of Towie Wind Farm
Looking from the eastern part across the valley to the western part of the wind farm.
Source of a Burn This dip is the source of a burn that becomes the Burn of Towie further down the hill behind me.
Source of a Burn
This dip is the source of a burn that becomes the Burn of Towie further down the hill behind me.
Upper Gateside It's all very confusing. The building shown on the 1:50,000 map as Gateside has a plaque saying it is called Fangorn, and Upper Gateside appears on the same map as one of two or three places called Bodinfinnoch. But if you enlarge the map by a couple of clicks, this is Upper Gateside and Gateside is marked as Fangorn.
Upper Gateside
It's all very confusing. The building shown on the 1:50,000 map as Gateside has a plaque saying it is called Fangorn, and Upper Gateside appears on the same map as one of two or three places called Bodinfinnoch. But if you enlarge the map by a couple of clicks, this is Upper Gateside and Gateside is marked as Fangorn.
Relic of a Cattle Grid At one time there was a cattle grid in the road here, and a gate on the left to allow the passage of animals and horse-drawn vehicles.
Relic of a Cattle Grid
At one time there was a cattle grid in the road here, and a gate on the left to allow the passage of animals and horse-drawn vehicles.
Turbines in a Rainbow The nearer turbines here are on the eastern part of the Hill of Towie wind farm, and the more distant ones are at Edintore in NJ4246.
Turbines in a Rainbow
The nearer turbines here are on the eastern part of the Hill of Towie wind farm, and the more distant ones are at Edintore in NJ4246.
Drummuir Station The middle station on the Keith & Dufftown Railway.  After being closed by BR in 1991, the K&DR Association reopened the line from Dufftown as far as Drummuir in 2000. It now continues to Keith Town.
Drummuir Station
The middle station on the Keith & Dufftown Railway. After being closed by BR in 1991, the K&DR Association reopened the line from Dufftown as far as Drummuir in 2000. It now continues to Keith Town.
Drummuir A B1 class steam locomotive, 61242 "Alexanda Reith Gray", with an Aberdeen to Elgin via Craigellachie passenger service.  The locomotive has been buried by storm-blown trees somewhere along the line between Auchindachy and Drummuir.

The location of this photograph is approximate and was gained from a similar picture posted on Flickr: <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.flickr.com/photos/kdroffical/5047813266/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/kdroffical/5047813266/">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> as were the above details.
Drummuir
A B1 class steam locomotive, 61242 "Alexanda Reith Gray", with an Aberdeen to Elgin via Craigellachie passenger service. The locomotive has been buried by storm-blown trees somewhere along the line between Auchindachy and Drummuir. The location of this photograph is approximate and was gained from a similar picture posted on Flickr: LinkExternal link as were the above details.
Drummuir Wind Farm Since my last visit, the hills up here have come alive with wind turbines, in the teeth of spirited local opposition. There are fourteen turbines west of the road, and these are five of the six east of the road.
Drummuir Wind Farm
Since my last visit, the hills up here have come alive with wind turbines, in the teeth of spirited local opposition. There are fourteen turbines west of the road, and these are five of the six east of the road.
Drummuir Wind Farm These are nine of the 14 turbines which have sprouted west of the moor road above Drummuir since I last drove over it. The wind farm was built despite vocal opposition from local residents.
Drummuir Wind Farm
These are nine of the 14 turbines which have sprouted west of the moor road above Drummuir since I last drove over it. The wind farm was built despite vocal opposition from local residents.
Botriphnie Primary School The building dates from 1875, according to the roundel above the windows. It has a rather elaborate façade with curiously shaped windows and stone carvings, and I keep wondering if the tower was intended to be a spire. The architect was Francis Duff Robertson (1839-1922) of Keith, and the building is Category B Listed. See <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/LB2300" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/LB2300">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>.
Botriphnie Primary School
The building dates from 1875, according to the roundel above the windows. It has a rather elaborate façade with curiously shaped windows and stone carvings, and I keep wondering if the tower was intended to be a spire. The architect was Francis Duff Robertson (1839-1922) of Keith, and the building is Category B Listed. See LinkExternal link.
Sauchenward Most of the farm buildings have gone, and there are now three or four houses on the site.
Sauchenward
Most of the farm buildings have gone, and there are now three or four houses on the site.
Sauchanward The cottage on the right looks to be the oldest of the houses at Sauchanward.
Sauchanward
The cottage on the right looks to be the oldest of the houses at Sauchanward.
Cotterton Cotterton is a common name for rows of farm cottages like these. Originally they would have been more or less tied cottages for married farm workers and their families.
Cotterton
Cotterton is a common name for rows of farm cottages like these. Originally they would have been more or less tied cottages for married farm workers and their families.
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Burnpark Wood is located at Grid Ref: NJ3745 (Lat: 57.499321, Lng: -3.0367372)

Unitary Authority: Moray

Police Authority: North East

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