Caldcot Plantation

Wood, Forest in Midlothian

Scotland

Caldcot Plantation

Road from Over and Nether Shiels
Road from Over and Nether Shiels Credit: Richard Webb

Caldcot Plantation is a woodland area located in Midlothian, Scotland. It covers an area of approximately 100 acres and is primarily composed of a mix of deciduous and coniferous trees. The plantation is known for its diverse range of flora and fauna, including oak, beech, and pine trees, as well as a variety of wildlife such as deer, squirrels, and birds.

The woodland is popular among hikers, nature enthusiasts, and birdwatchers due to its scenic walking trails and birdwatching opportunities. The plantation is also home to a number of historic features, including remnants of old stone walls and buildings that date back to the 18th century when the area was used for timber production.

Visitors to Caldcot Plantation can enjoy a peaceful and serene environment, surrounded by the sights and sounds of nature. The woodland offers a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of city life, making it a popular destination for those looking to reconnect with the natural world.

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Caldcot Plantation Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.726644/-2.9252356 or Grid Reference NT4148. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Road from Over and Nether Shiels
Road from Over and Nether Shiels
Over Shiels road
Over Shiels road
Newly planted hillside, Symington A block of young trees to the right of the shelter belt. View from The Struther.
Newly planted hillside, Symington
A block of young trees to the right of the shelter belt. View from The Struther.
Windthrow, Howliston The storm damage ("Arwen" 26/11/2021) has revealed the ruins of a tower house.
Windthrow, Howliston
The storm damage ("Arwen" 26/11/2021) has revealed the ruins of a tower house.
Windthrow, Howliston Much of a small conifer plantation was felled by a gale on 26th November 2021.
Windthrow, Howliston
Much of a small conifer plantation was felled by a gale on 26th November 2021.
Quarry, Fountainhall Now partially fenced.
Quarry, Fountainhall
Now partially fenced.
Gala Water A transport corridor with the A7 and again, the railway.
Gala Water
A transport corridor with the A7 and again, the railway.
Yellow road, passing Brockhouse Looking upstream along the Gala Water.
Yellow road, passing Brockhouse
Looking upstream along the Gala Water.
A7, Fountainhall
A7, Fountainhall
Quarry, Fountainhall
Quarry, Fountainhall
Toddleburn wind farm access road
Toddleburn wind farm access road
Field behind Hazelbank Quarry
Field behind Hazelbank Quarry
North end of the Fountainhall straight The A7 crosses the Gala Water before resuming its customary bendy course northwards.
North end of the Fountainhall straight
The A7 crosses the Gala Water before resuming its customary bendy course northwards.
Cottages near Brockhouse
Cottages near Brockhouse
Farmland at Allanshaugh This was viewed from a field on the northeast side of the A7 with the village of Fountainhall in the background.
Farmland at Allanshaugh
This was viewed from a field on the northeast side of the A7 with the village of Fountainhall in the background.
The A7 heading for Galashiels
The A7 heading for Galashiels
Dean Burn Under Watherston Hill.
Dean Burn
Under Watherston Hill.
Gala Water from Hillside Looking downstream.
Gala Water from Hillside
Looking downstream.
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Caldcot Plantation is located at Grid Ref: NT4148 (Lat: 55.726644, Lng: -2.9252356)

Unitary Authority: The Scottish Borders

Police Authority: The Lothians and Scottish Borders

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