Seathope New Wood

Wood, Forest in Selkirkshire

Scotland

Seathope New Wood

Fence on Windlestraw Law Descending from the southern top of Windlestraw Law on a lovely but bitterly cold day. — Fence on Windlestraw Law Credit: Adam Ward

Seathope New Wood is a picturesque forest located in Selkirkshire, Scotland. Situated in the heart of the Scottish Borders, this wood offers visitors a tranquil retreat amidst nature's beauty. Covering an area of approximately 100 acres, Seathope New Wood is a haven for hikers, nature enthusiasts, and wildlife lovers.

The woodland is predominantly composed of native tree species, including oak, ash, and birch, providing a diverse and vibrant ecosystem. The dense canopy of trees creates a cool and shaded environment, perfect for leisurely walks during summer months. Well-maintained paths wind through the forest, allowing visitors to explore the wood's unique flora and fauna.

Seathope New Wood is home to a variety of wildlife, making it a popular destination for birdwatchers and animal spotters. Visitors may catch glimpses of red squirrels, roe deer, and numerous bird species, including woodpeckers and owls. The peaceful ambiance of the wood also makes it an ideal spot for photography and capturing the beauty of nature.

In addition to its natural charm, Seathope New Wood provides several amenities for visitors. There are picnic areas with tables and benches, allowing families and friends to enjoy a leisurely lunch surrounded by nature. Information boards are placed strategically throughout the wood, providing informative details about the various tree species and wildlife that call this forest home.

Overall, Seathope New Wood offers a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. With its breathtaking scenery, diverse wildlife, and well-maintained paths, it is a must-visit destination for those seeking a peaceful and immersive woodland experience.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 55.664998/-2.986955 or Grid Reference NT3841. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Fence on Windlestraw Law Descending from the southern top of Windlestraw Law on a lovely but bitterly cold day.

Fence on Windlestraw Law

Descending from the southern top of Windlestraw Law on a lovely but bitterly cold day.

Western slopes of Scawd Law Looking down to the Walker Burn and over to Priesthope Hill (right) and Kirnie Law (left).

Western slopes of Scawd Law

Looking down to the Walker Burn and over to Priesthope Hill (right) and Kirnie Law (left).

Cairn on the south summit of Windlestraw Law The north, and higher, summit is the rise in the distance.

Cairn on the south summit of Windlestraw Law

The north, and higher, summit is the rise in the distance.

Gate Hope Steep sided glen to the south of Windlestraw Law. The road serves Caberstongrains and Seathope as well as the surrounding hills.

Gate Hope

Steep sided glen to the south of Windlestraw Law. The road serves Caberstongrains and Seathope as well as the surrounding hills.

Gate Hope Steep sided glen to the south of Windlestraw Law. The road serves Caberstongrains (in the view) and Seathope as well as the surrounding hills.

Gate Hope

Steep sided glen to the south of Windlestraw Law. The road serves Caberstongrains (in the view) and Seathope as well as the surrounding hills.

Caberston One of the two glens which form Early Hope and Gate Hope. It contains a collection of small woods with steep grassy slopes falling from Windlestraw Law.

Caberston

One of the two glens which form Early Hope and Gate Hope. It contains a collection of small woods with steep grassy slopes falling from Windlestraw Law.

Seat Hope A steep sided glen under Windlestraw Law.

Seat Hope

A steep sided glen under Windlestraw Law.

Corgae Sike A steep sided hollow under Seathope Law.

Corgae Sike

A steep sided hollow under Seathope Law.

Corgae Sike A hollow under Seathope Law. There has been a lot of road building recently in these hills.

Corgae Sike

A hollow under Seathope Law. There has been a lot of road building recently in these hills.

Seat Hope Looking up the steep sided glen past some release pens. Below here the ground is heathery, above is an area of grass, rough high up but of good quality here. The rabbits obviously approve.

Seat Hope

Looking up the steep sided glen past some release pens. Below here the ground is heathery, above is an area of grass, rough high up but of good quality here. The rabbits obviously approve.

Track, Seat Hope A track running along the side of Seathope Rig. It does not go past here except as a faint quad bike track on grass pasture. Seathope Law in the background.

Track, Seat Hope

A track running along the side of Seathope Rig. It does not go past here except as a faint quad bike track on grass pasture. Seathope Law in the background.

Seathope Rig A wet ridge running off Windlestraw Law. View towards Windlestraw Law over the Caberston hollow.

Seathope Rig

A wet ridge running off Windlestraw Law. View towards Windlestraw Law over the Caberston hollow.

Seathope Rig A quad bike track runs up Windlestraw Law.

Seathope Rig

A quad bike track runs up Windlestraw Law.

Seathope Rig A broad ridge running up Windlestraw Law.

Seathope Rig

A broad ridge running up Windlestraw Law.

Seathope Rig Looking down the ridge towards Seathope Law on the other side of Seat Hope.

Seathope Rig

Looking down the ridge towards Seathope Law on the other side of Seat Hope.

Summit, Windlestraw Law Looking at the summit and the triangulation pillar beyond.

Summit, Windlestraw Law

Looking at the summit and the triangulation pillar beyond.

Triangulation pillar, Windlestraw Law In a slightly lower and boggier location near the summit.

Triangulation pillar, Windlestraw Law

In a slightly lower and boggier location near the summit.

Summit ridge, Windlestraw Law A broad boggy ridge between the two summits. A drier route can be found a little to the east.

Summit ridge, Windlestraw Law

A broad boggy ridge between the two summits. A drier route can be found a little to the east.

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Seathope New Wood is located at Grid Ref: NT3841 (Lat: 55.664998, Lng: -2.986955)

Unitary Authority: The Scottish Borders

Police Authority: The Lothians and Scottish Borders

What 3 Words

///frosted.partly.stew. Near Innerleithen, Scottish Borders

Nearby Locations

White Cleuch Stell Cleuch Fernie Cleuch Seathope New Wood

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