Midtown Wood

Wood, Forest in Angus

Scotland

Midtown Wood

Tree covered hillock Looking west from the Glenogil road to a hillock covered in woodland near the Den of Ogil.
Tree covered hillock Credit: Scott Cormie

Midtown Wood, Angus, also known as Midtown Forest, is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Angus, Scotland. Spanning approximately 200 acres, this enchanting forest is renowned for its natural beauty and diverse ecosystem.

Midtown Wood is primarily composed of native Scottish tree species, including oak, birch, and pine, creating a dense and vibrant canopy. The forest floor is adorned with a rich carpet of moss, ferns, and wildflowers, further enhancing its ethereal charm.

The woodland is home to a wide variety of wildlife, including numerous bird species such as buzzards, woodpeckers, and owls. Additionally, mammals like red squirrels, foxes, and roe deer can frequently be spotted within the forest's boundaries.

The wood is crisscrossed by a network of well-maintained trails, allowing visitors to explore its beauty at their own pace. These paths offer stunning views of the surrounding countryside, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts, hikers, and photographers.

Midtown Wood also plays an essential role in conservation efforts, as it is a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI). This recognition ensures the protection of its unique flora and fauna, preserving its ecological significance for future generations.

Overall, Midtown Wood, Angus, is a captivating and biodiverse forest, offering visitors an opportunity to immerse themselves in the tranquility of nature and witness the wonders of Scotland's woodlands.

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Midtown Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.747522/-2.9348488 or Grid Reference NO4262. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Tree covered hillock Looking west from the Glenogil road to a hillock covered in woodland near the Den of Ogil.
Tree covered hillock
Looking west from the Glenogil road to a hillock covered in woodland near the Den of Ogil.
Knochill Up the rough lane from Dykend.
Knochill
Up the rough lane from Dykend.
Track to Auchleish In the valley of the White Burn.
Track to Auchleish
In the valley of the White Burn.
Rickety bridge over the White Burn Tractors use the ford just upstream!
Rickety bridge over the White Burn
Tractors use the ford just upstream!
Ducks and geese on the pond And sheep in the meadow.
Rustic life below Horniehaugh.
Ducks and geese on the pond
And sheep in the meadow. Rustic life below Horniehaugh.
White Burn North of Horniehaugh.
White Burn
North of Horniehaugh.
Track to Anniegathel Up the valley of the White Burn.
Benscravie on the left.
Track to Anniegathel
Up the valley of the White Burn. Benscravie on the left.
Gulls, oyster-catchers and sheep in soggy pasture With electricity poles for good measure.
Gulls, oyster-catchers and sheep in soggy pasture
With electricity poles for good measure.
White Burn With sheep in pasture.
Above Boghaugh.
White Burn
With sheep in pasture. Above Boghaugh.
Muddy track To Cowhillock.
Muddy track
To Cowhillock.
Heading to St.Arnold's Seat The track from Naked Tam heading for the cairn on St.Arnold's Seat.
Heading to St.Arnold's Seat
The track from Naked Tam heading for the cairn on St.Arnold's Seat.
The big cairn, St. Arnold's Seat The massive twenty foot cairn on St. Arnold's Seat, viewed from the south.
The big cairn, St. Arnold's Seat
The massive twenty foot cairn on St. Arnold's Seat, viewed from the south.
Top of the cairn, St. Arnold's Seat The view down from the top of the cairn, looking towards the ruined dyke that probably helped build the cairn.
Top of the cairn, St. Arnold's Seat
The view down from the top of the cairn, looking towards the ruined dyke that probably helped build the cairn.
Living pine and dead pine View from the track to Baikies, looking up the burn that runs down from St. Arnold's Seat.
Living pine and dead pine
View from the track to Baikies, looking up the burn that runs down from St. Arnold's Seat.
Pine wood Scots pines seen from the track to Baikies.
Pine wood
Scots pines seen from the track to Baikies.
Baikies, Glen Quiech Mill now re-roofed. Impressive.
Baikies, Glen Quiech
Mill now re-roofed. Impressive.
Mill at Baikies Re-roofed mill from west.
Mill at Baikies
Re-roofed mill from west.
Anglers' Boats The Den of Ogil is a small but pretty reservoir which is popular with local anglers.  Spring flowers are in abundance round its south shore.
Anglers' Boats
The Den of Ogil is a small but pretty reservoir which is popular with local anglers. Spring flowers are in abundance round its south shore.
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Midtown Wood is located at Grid Ref: NO4262 (Lat: 56.747522, Lng: -2.9348488)

Unitary Authority: Angus

Police Authority: Tayside

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