Serpentine Walk Plantation

Wood, Forest in East Lothian

Scotland

Serpentine Walk Plantation

Mown grass, Leehouses Credit: Richard Webb

Serpentine Walk Plantation is a picturesque woodland located in East Lothian, Scotland. Stretching over an area of approximately 100 acres, this enchanting forest is renowned for its serene ambiance and breathtaking natural beauty.

The plantation is home to a diverse range of tree species, including towering oak, beech, and silver birch trees, which create a dense canopy, providing shade and shelter to the woodland floor. The forest floor is adorned with an array of vibrant wildflowers, such as bluebells, primroses, and foxgloves, adding a burst of color to the landscape.

Serpentine Walk Plantation is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and outdoor enthusiasts alike. The well-maintained trails meander through the forest, offering visitors the opportunity to explore and immerse themselves in the tranquil surroundings. The peaceful atmosphere of the woodland makes it an ideal spot for hiking, jogging, or simply enjoying a leisurely stroll.

The plantation is also a haven for wildlife, with numerous bird species, including woodpeckers and thrushes, making their homes among the trees. Squirrels can be spotted scurrying along the branches, while rabbits and deer occasionally make appearances, adding to the charm of the woodland.

Serpentine Walk Plantation is easily accessible, with ample parking facilities and well-marked paths. It offers a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, providing visitors with the opportunity to reconnect with nature and enjoy the tranquility of this stunning woodland retreat.

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Serpentine Walk Plantation Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.859653/-2.8040679 or Grid Reference NT4963. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Mown grass, Leehouses

Richard Webb

Stobshiel Mains

Lovely detail in the Stobshiel Mains farm sign on the public road nearby.

Adam Ward

Farmland at Aikeyside

M J Richardson

Aikeyside farm

Looking south, with Aikeyside Hill and Ker Law in the distance.

M J Richardson

Field headland, hedge and group of trees

Looking east from near Aikeyside.

M J Richardson

Fingerpost, Kidlaw

A freshly painted East Lothian County Council fingerpost at the foot of the Lammermuir Hills.

Richard Webb

Fingerpost, Kidlaw

Freshly painted

Richard Webb

Sheep at Kidlaw

M J Richardson

Kidlaw Farm and buildings

With plenty of sheep, presumably brought down from the hill.

M J Richardson

Forest near Stobshiel

Kirsty Smith

Aikieside Hill

Sheep beneath the Southern Upland boundary fault, Lammermuir Hills.

Richard Webb

Kidlaw.

Lammermuir hill farm.

Richard Webb

Stobshiel Dam

The dam on the small Stobshiel reservoir. The water is now owned by a local family after it was sold off by Scottish Water. A lovely and hidden spot but not a place to linger today with a cold wind blowing down the Cowie Burn. View E towards the lower moorland slopes of Lammer Law.

Richard Webb

Stobshiel Reservoir.

South view along the water with the now planted slopes of the Lammermuir Hills beyond. The Torness powerlines are very visible.

Richard Webb

Ruined sheepfold.

A circular earthbank, the remains of an old sheepfank beneath the Lammermuir escarpment. Looking eastward into the square, showing the main feature of NT5061 , the forest.

Richard Webb