Carnegie's Strip

Wood, Forest in Fife

Scotland

Carnegie's Strip

Barnyards Marsh Nature Reserve, Kilconquhar
Barnyards Marsh Nature Reserve, Kilconquhar Credit: Alex McGregor

Carnegie's Strip, located in Fife, Scotland, is a tranquil and picturesque woodland area that offers visitors a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of urban life. Covering an area of approximately 20 acres, this forested region is named after the prominent industrialist and philanthropist Andrew Carnegie, who was born in nearby Dunfermline.

Carnegie's Strip boasts a diverse range of tree species, including oak, beech, and pine, which create a rich tapestry of colors throughout the year. The forest floor is adorned with a carpet of wildflowers, adding to the area's natural beauty. A network of well-maintained trails meanders through the woodland, providing visitors with opportunities for peaceful walks, hiking, and birdwatching.

The strip is not only a haven for nature enthusiasts but also a cherished spot for local history buffs. It is believed that the area served as a hunting ground for Scottish kings in ancient times. Additionally, remnants of old stone walls and ruins of small shelters can be found, hinting at an intriguing past.

As a protected woodland, Carnegie's Strip supports a diverse ecosystem, providing a habitat for various wildlife species. Visitors may spot deer, foxes, rabbits, and a variety of bird species, making it an ideal destination for wildlife enthusiasts and photographers.

Overall, Carnegie's Strip is an enchanting woodland retreat that showcases the natural beauty of Fife. Whether one seeks a peaceful stroll, an exploration of historical remnants, or a chance to connect with nature, this forested area provides an idyllic setting for all.

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Carnegie's Strip Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.224023/-2.8145383 or Grid Reference NO4903. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Barnyards Marsh Nature Reserve, Kilconquhar
Barnyards Marsh Nature Reserve, Kilconquhar
Entrance to Balcares estate The view of the gate at the start of a footpath from the main road at Colinsburgh which leads to one of the gatehouses <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/414206">NO4705 : Gatehouse, Balniel</a> on the northern side of the estate.
Entrance to Balcares estate
The view of the gate at the start of a footpath from the main road at Colinsburgh which leads to one of the gatehouses NO4705 : Gatehouse, Balniel on the northern side of the estate.
Estate Track The estate track which crosses the burn/stream which flows through Balcares estate.
Estate Track
The estate track which crosses the burn/stream which flows through Balcares estate.
Track to Balcarres Den Footpath leading down into the wooded glen known as Balcarres Den.
Track to Balcarres Den
Footpath leading down into the wooded glen known as Balcarres Den.
Balmakin Farm
Balmakin Farm
Entrance to Longside at Belliston The entrance to Longside <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/201555">NO4905 : Longside, Bellistone</a>.  Interestingly the sign describes the farm as "Langside".
Entrance to Longside at Belliston
The entrance to Longside NO4905 : Longside, Bellistone. Interestingly the sign describes the farm as "Langside".
Farm track The view of a farm track which leads from/to the main road (B941).
Farm track
The view of a farm track which leads from/to the main road (B941).
Minor road from Arncroach to Balcarres Estate The view of the minor road from Arncroach.
Minor road from Arncroach to Balcarres Estate
The view of the minor road from Arncroach.
Woodland path, Kilconquhar A path near Kilconquhar Castle, it appears to be mainly used by horses.
Woodland path, Kilconquhar
A path near Kilconquhar Castle, it appears to be mainly used by horses.
Field and Carr, Kilconquhar The field was hosting grazing geese. The woodland suggests that the loch was once much larger in area and is changing to a succession woodland.
Field and Carr, Kilconquhar
The field was hosting grazing geese. The woodland suggests that the loch was once much larger in area and is changing to a succession woodland.
Scuddie Hill Stubble on a low ridge near Kilconquhar.  Muck was being spread prior to ploughing.
Scuddie Hill
Stubble on a low ridge near Kilconquhar. Muck was being spread prior to ploughing.
Field, Balcaskie Arable field, like most in the area with the West Strip woodland on the right.
Field, Balcaskie
Arable field, like most in the area with the West Strip woodland on the right.
Fields by Stenton There has been a lot of tractor movement as land is prepared for ploughing or ploughed. There has been some amalgamation but the fields are still big on 19th century maps.
Fields by Stenton
There has been a lot of tractor movement as land is prepared for ploughing or ploughed. There has been some amalgamation but the fields are still big on 19th century maps.
Arncroach arable Newly ploughed land on very damp day.
Arncroach arable
Newly ploughed land on very damp day.
A grass field Grass beside a small burn in a mainly arable landscape.
A grass field
Grass beside a small burn in a mainly arable landscape.
Arable land, Balmalkin The mapped path is a pair of tractor tyre prints.
Arable land, Balmalkin
The mapped path is a pair of tractor tyre prints.
Woodland, Balcarres Den Deciduous woodland on steep slopes running down to the Den Burn which becomes the Kilconquhar Burn and then exits to the Firth of Forth as the Cocklemill Burn.
Woodland, Balcarres Den
Deciduous woodland on steep slopes running down to the Den Burn which becomes the Kilconquhar Burn and then exits to the Firth of Forth as the Cocklemill Burn.
Woodland, Pitcorthie Steeper ground is wooded. These are part of the woodlands around Pitcorthie  House.
Woodland, Pitcorthie
Steeper ground is wooded. These are part of the woodlands around Pitcorthie House.
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Carnegie's Strip is located at Grid Ref: NO4903 (Lat: 56.224023, Lng: -2.8145383)

Unitary Authority: Fife

Police Authority: Fife

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Located within 500m of 56.224023,-2.8145383
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Historic Civilization: prehistoric
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