Aultmorehill Wood

Wood, Forest in Banffshire

Scotland

Aultmorehill Wood

Road Junction The road to the right isn&#039;t on the older maps, but it now links this part of Aultmore forest on the slope of Black Hill to Addie Hill and Stony Slacks. The fanit hill on the horizon is Ben Rinnes. — Road Junction Credit: Anne Burgess

Aultmorehill Wood is a lush forest located in Banffshire, Scotland. Spanning over a vast area, it is nestled amidst the picturesque landscapes of the countryside. The wood is known for its diverse range of flora and fauna, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and hikers.

As one enters Aultmorehill Wood, they are immediately greeted by a serene and peaceful atmosphere. The towering trees, predominantly oak and pine, provide a dense canopy that offers shade and shelter to the woodland floor below. The forest floor is covered in a thick carpet of moss, enhancing the enchanting ambience of the wood.

The wood is home to a rich variety of wildlife, including red squirrels, roe deer, and numerous bird species. Birdwatchers can spot species such as woodpeckers, owls, and thrushes, adding to the allure of the wood.

Traversing the numerous walking trails that crisscross the wood, visitors can experience the beauty of Aultmorehill Wood up close. The trails wind through enchanting groves, over babbling brooks, and across quaint wooden bridges. Along the way, hikers may stumble upon hidden clearings, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside.

Aultmorehill Wood also boasts a small picnic area, allowing visitors to relax and enjoy a meal amidst the tranquility of nature. The wood is open to the public year-round, with each season offering its own unique charm. Whether it is the vibrant colors of autumn or the fresh blossoms of spring, Aultmorehill Wood never fails to captivate visitors with its natural beauty.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 57.614507/-2.8678571 or Grid Reference NJ4858. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Road Junction The road to the right isn&#039;t on the older maps, but it now links this part of Aultmore forest on the slope of Black Hill to Addie Hill and Stony Slacks. The fanit hill on the horizon is Ben Rinnes.

Road Junction

The road to the right isn't on the older maps, but it now links this part of Aultmore forest on the slope of Black Hill to Addie Hill and Stony Slacks. The fanit hill on the horizon is Ben Rinnes.

Hidden Burn There is a very minor burn lurking in the vegetation here, and shown on the map. In the background is the gentle eminence of Black Hill.

Hidden Burn

There is a very minor burn lurking in the vegetation here, and shown on the map. In the background is the gentle eminence of Black Hill.

Bags of Trees There must be plans for tree planting very soon, because these bags apparently contain tree seedlings.

Bags of Trees

There must be plans for tree planting very soon, because these bags apparently contain tree seedlings.

Old Fir Hill This part of the forest has been felled and looks a bit chaotic.

Old Fir Hill

This part of the forest has been felled and looks a bit chaotic.

Forgotten Logs It&#039;s a frosty morning, and hoar frost glistens on the shaded sides of these logs, felled but never collected to be taken to the sawmill.

Forgotten Logs

It's a frosty morning, and hoar frost glistens on the shaded sides of these logs, felled but never collected to be taken to the sawmill.

Forest Road The forest road round Old Fir Hill is slippery with frost the shade of the trees.

Forest Road

The forest road round Old Fir Hill is slippery with frost the shade of the trees.

Aultmorehill The road across a felled area on Aultmorehill enjoys a fine view down towards the sea. The rounded hill on the right is Durn Hill near Portsoy.

Aultmorehill

The road across a felled area on Aultmorehill enjoys a fine view down towards the sea. The rounded hill on the right is Durn Hill near Portsoy.

Large Logs Large they may be, but I suspect the reason they are still here is because they are too thick, too short, too knotty and not straight enough to appeal to a sawmill.

Large Logs

Large they may be, but I suspect the reason they are still here is because they are too thick, too short, too knotty and not straight enough to appeal to a sawmill.

Aultmorehill Wood The forest looks as if it has been left to regenerate naturally here. There&#039;s a glimpse of the Bin of Cullen above the trees on the skyline.

Aultmorehill Wood

The forest looks as if it has been left to regenerate naturally here. There's a glimpse of the Bin of Cullen above the trees on the skyline.

A Line of Brash The forest harvesters have left rows of unwanted twigs and branches, around which young trees seem to be seeding themselves.

A Line of Brash

The forest harvesters have left rows of unwanted twigs and branches, around which young trees seem to be seeding themselves.

Young Trees and Old Brash Young trees have sprung up between the rows of twigs and branches discarded by the forest harvesters.

Young Trees and Old Brash

Young trees have sprung up between the rows of twigs and branches discarded by the forest harvesters.

Waymarker The post indicates a cycle route going left. It bears the number 6, though it&#039;s not clear if that is the number of the route or of the individual post. We don&#039;t recall noticing any others in Aultmore Forest.

Waymarker

The post indicates a cycle route going left. It bears the number 6, though it's not clear if that is the number of the route or of the individual post. We don't recall noticing any others in Aultmore Forest.

Forest Quarry This is marked as a pit on the maps. It was probably used for roadbuilding. The rock is semipelite of the Findlater Flag formation, and it is indeed very flaggy.

Forest Quarry

This is marked as a pit on the maps. It was probably used for roadbuilding. The rock is semipelite of the Findlater Flag formation, and it is indeed very flaggy.

Forest on Black Hill This area has evidently been felled some time ago and allowed to regenerate.

Forest on Black Hill

This area has evidently been felled some time ago and allowed to regenerate.

Fungus I do not know what type of fungus this is.

Fungus

I do not know what type of fungus this is.

Fungus I do not know what type of fungus this is.

Fungus

I do not know what type of fungus this is.

Forest on Black Hill Evidently a block of forest that has been felled and then either replanted or allowed to regenerate.

Forest on Black Hill

Evidently a block of forest that has been felled and then either replanted or allowed to regenerate.

Fungi I do not know what kind of fungi these are.

Fungi

I do not know what kind of fungi these are.

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Aultmorehill Wood is located at Grid Ref: NJ4858 (Lat: 57.614507, Lng: -2.8678571)

Unitary Authority: Moray

Police Authority: North East

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