Ba Muir

Wood, Forest in Aberdeenshire

Scotland

Ba Muir

Cairnie Burn A tributary of the River Isla. The buildings on the hill are the old farm at the Een. — Cairnie Burn Credit: Alan O'Dowd

Ba Muir is a small village located in Aberdeenshire, Scotland, known for its enchanting wood and forest landscapes. Situated amidst the picturesque countryside, it offers a tranquil retreat for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.

The village is surrounded by dense woodlands, which are home to a diverse range of flora and fauna. The forest consists mainly of native species such as oak, birch, and pine trees, creating a rich and vibrant ecosystem. The area is also known for its abundant wildlife, including red squirrels, roe deer, and various species of birds.

Ba Muir is a popular destination for hiking and walking enthusiasts, with numerous trails and paths winding through the woods. These routes offer breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside, making it a perfect location for photography and nature appreciation.

In addition to its natural beauty, Ba Muir is also steeped in history. The village is known for its ancient stone circles and standing stones, providing a glimpse into the region's past. Visitors can explore these historical sites, which are believed to have served as ceremonial or spiritual gathering places in ancient times.

Despite its rural setting, Ba Muir is easily accessible by road, with good transport links to neighboring towns and cities. It also offers a range of amenities, including local shops, cafes, and accommodation options for those wishing to stay and explore the area further.

Overall, Ba Muir in Aberdeenshire is a captivating village that offers a perfect blend of natural beauty, outdoor activities, and historical intrigue, making it a must-visit destination for nature enthusiasts and history buffs alike.

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Ba Muir Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.474225/-2.8918738 or Grid Reference NJ4643. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Cairnie Burn

A tributary of the River Isla. The buildings on the hill are the old farm at the Een.

Alan O'Dowd

Cows in field at Botary Mains

View over to Smallburn and Heatheryfield (and its road up the hillside) on the opposite side of the Cairnie Burn.

Alan O'Dowd

Site of Hill of Milleath Recumbent Stone Circle

I was rather dreading the challenge of finding this spot, because I was aware from the descriptions of the stone circle here that it had been destroyed in the late 1860s and the site subsequently planted with forestry. After checking the First Edition six-inch map and the satellite view, I fully expected to have to crawl through dense stands of Sitka Spruce after a long wet trek up the hill, with no GPS reception to confirm that I was in the right place. In the event, to my pleasure and great relief, I discovered that the Forestry Commission has constructed a fine new road right to the very spot, which (according to my GPS) is just in the trees in the middle of this view. I did peer more closely into the gloom, but can confirm that there is nothing to be seen of the circle. It is one of three RSCs of which no trace is now visible on the ground, but where there is sufficient documentary evidence to show that there was at one time a recumbent setting, the others being NJ7520 : Site of Ardtannes Cottages Recumbent Stone Circle and NJ5226 : Site of Bankhead Recumbent Stone Circle (1). See Link

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Anne Burgess

A mixed bag on Alehousehillock

This has been the first drive of the day and the birds have been flying well but alas the guns have been in good form. Pheasant and Red-legged partridge are the quarry of the day. It is forbidden to shoot ground game on these occasions.

Des Colhoun

Minor road at the entrance to Craig Hithan

Looking westward.

Peter Wood

The New Drive complete

Beaters exit the gamecrop on completion of this drive. It's late in the season and as the birds have become skittish the drives have become more demanding for these flushers of game.

Des Colhoun

Hill of Milleath trig

Iain Macaulay

Forest track on Hill of Milleath

Looking S from position

Iain Macaulay

Farmland near Botary Mains

Steven Brown

Craig Hithan

Steven Brown

Boghead

Steven Brown

Track Near Tullochwhinty

It isn't clear from the map what Tullochwhinty is, but it is named on the map to the east (left in this view) of the burn. The grass track is very wet underfoot.

Anne Burgess

Ardonald Lime Kiln

The kiln has evidently not been used for some time, though it seems to have been at the heart of an extensive area of workings. It made use of the band of Dalradian limestone which extends intermittently from the coast near Portsoy all the way south-west to Kintyre.

Anne Burgess

Tullochwhinty

The burn divides and flows round both sides of the mound in the middle ground. Unfortunately this was definitely a day when wellington boots would have been a good idea, so I was unable to investigate it properly.

Anne Burgess