Blackford Plantation

Wood, Forest in East Lothian

Scotland

Blackford Plantation

Gullane Links Looking over Aberlady Bay from high ground on the golf courses. — Gullane Links Credit: Richard Webb

Blackford Plantation is a picturesque woodland located in East Lothian, Scotland. Covering an area of approximately 100 acres, it is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and outdoor activities. The plantation is situated on the slopes of the Lammermuir Hills, offering stunning panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.

The woodland is predominantly composed of native species such as oak, beech, and birch trees, creating a diverse and vibrant ecosystem. It is also home to a variety of wildlife, including deer, foxes, and a wide range of bird species.

Visitors to Blackford Plantation can enjoy a network of well-maintained walking trails, allowing them to explore the woodland at their own pace. These paths wind through the enchanting forest, taking visitors past bubbling streams, tranquil ponds, and hidden glades. The plantation is particularly renowned for its beautiful displays of wildflowers, which carpet the forest floor in vibrant hues during the spring and summer months.

The plantation is also a haven for outdoor recreational activities. It offers opportunities for mountain biking, horseback riding, and birdwatching. The tranquil atmosphere and natural beauty of the woodland make it an ideal spot for picnics and family outings.

Blackford Plantation is easily accessible, located just a short drive from the town of Haddington. It provides a welcome escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, offering visitors a chance to immerse themselves in the tranquility of nature.

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Blackford Plantation Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.016977/-2.8398819 or Grid Reference NT4780. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Gullane Links

Looking over Aberlady Bay from high ground on the golf courses.

Richard Webb

Gullane Links

Snow covered golf courses.

Richard Webb

Gullane Links

View over the golf courses towards Edinburgh.

Richard Webb

Gullane Links

A green on some of the higher ground at Gullane with a view of North Berwick Law.

Richard Webb

Aberlady Bay from the coastal road

The lane on the left leads to Kilspindie Golf Club, and the Fife coast is in view across the Firth of Forth.

Jim Barton

Seafront houses, Aberlady

Seen from the road to Kilspindie Golf Club.

Jim Barton

Information board, the Port of Aberlady

Aberlady was a port in the 16th century, with a last known shipment in 1875. Since then the bay has silted up, precluding its use as a port, but leaving an area of tidal sands that attracts wading birds. The artist’s impression shows the port as it would have looked c. 1560. The first paragraph of smaller print reads: "The construction of a harbour at Aberlady was commissioned in 1535. The port building and custom house – ‘the Town of Haddington’s House’ – was commissioned one year later. Timber, tanning oil, linseed cake and guano were primary imports while large amounts of wool, hides and grain were exported."

Jim Barton

Temporary traffic lights on the A198 at Gullane

The 2011 US Kids Golf European Championship was held from 31st May to 2nd June over Gullane Number 2, Gullane Number 3, Craigielaw, Luffness New and Longniddry golf courses. This is one of three temporary traffic light-controlled pedestrian crossings on the A198 road that were installed for the event. In this photo senior players are using the crossing to move from the 1st green to the 2nd tee on Gullane Number 2 course.

Walter Baxter

Gullane Number 2 Golf Course

This is a view of the downhill 17th par 4 hole towards Gullane with the A198 road behind the green. The distinctive shape of North Berwick Law is on the far right. The course was built in 1898 and the 1st and 18th holes are on the east side of the A198 road.

Walter Baxter

Aberlady footbridge

The wooden bridge which crosses the tidal Peffer Burn at Aberlady Bay.

Richard Webb

Rough ground, Aberlady Bay

Very rough ground beside the Peffer Burn. It is a mass of seed heads from summer flowers and a rich source of food for finches.

Richard Webb

Yellow Mires

An extensive wetland expanse by Aberlady Bay. One of the World War II anti tank blocks can be seen.

Richard Webb

Path, Aberlady Bay

A popular and well surfaced path to the beach by Gullane Point.

Richard Webb

Golf course, Gullane

The extensive links land around Gullane is home to several golf courses.

Richard Webb

Golf course, Gullane

A view over a green and towards Cockenzie power station.

Richard Webb

Gullane Links

Well inland, despite what the maps say. A path from Aberlady Bay runs beside an enclosure surrounded by an electric fence.

Richard Webb

Electric fence spools, Gullane Links

Spools which held the wires for an electric fence. There is a large enclosure fenced off here, probably a tern nesting area, although the terns are long gone by September.

Richard Webb