Knights Ward Wood

Wood, Forest in Fife

Scotland

Knights Ward Wood

Dismantled railway cutting The view of the railway (dismantled) as seen from the end of the railway embankment which runs from Lochty. — Dismantled railway cutting Credit: Sandy Gemmill

Knights Ward Wood is a scenic woodland located in Fife, Scotland. Covering an area of approximately 500 acres, this enchanting forest is nestled between the towns of Cupar and Auchtermuchty. The wood is part of the larger Falkland Estate, which is renowned for its natural beauty and historical significance.

As visitors enter Knights Ward Wood, they are greeted by a diverse range of flora and fauna. The forest is predominantly composed of native Scottish trees such as oak, birch, and rowan, which create a vibrant and captivating canopy. Underneath the dense foliage, a rich understory of plants, including bluebells and wild garlic, adds to the woodland's allure.

The wood is renowned for its extensive network of walking trails, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and hikers. These well-maintained paths wind through the forest, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside and providing ample opportunities to spot wildlife. Visitors may encounter a variety of bird species, including woodpeckers, owls, and jays, as well as mammals like red squirrels and roe deer.

In addition to its natural beauty, Knights Ward Wood also holds historical significance. The forest was once part of the hunting grounds for the Stuart kings, and remnants of old hunting lodges and gamekeepers' cottages can still be found within its boundaries. These historical landmarks add an extra layer of intrigue for those exploring the forest.

Overall, Knights Ward Wood is a captivating woodland that offers a serene escape into nature. With its diverse wildlife, picturesque trails, and historical remnants, it is a must-visit destination for anyone seeking tranquility and natural beauty in Fife.

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Knights Ward Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.2617/-2.8070572 or Grid Reference NO5007. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Dismantled railway cutting

The view of the railway (dismantled) as seen from the end of the railway embankment which runs from Lochty.

Sandy Gemmill

View from the railway embankment

The view of farmland as seen from the railway (disused) embankment.

Sandy Gemmill

Dismantled railway line

The view of a footpath/farm track which follows the route of the dismantled railway line as it crosses a railway embankment.

Sandy Gemmill

Bridge over a dismantled railway line

The view from the east of a bridge, presumably built for farm use, which crosses a cutting through which a now dismantled railway line once ran. Unfortunately the railway cutting is very wet underfoot and it is difficult to follow its route on foot. This view is from the banking on the south side of the cutting.

Sandy Gemmill

Bridge over a dismantled railway line

The view of the road bridge as seen from the fields across which a railway line used to run. The road can be viewed in NO5007 : Bridge over nothing.

Sandy Gemmill

Farm track to dismantled railway bridge

The view of a farm track which leads to the dismantled bridge which once carried the East Fife Central Railway from near Leven to Lochty. The line was only used for freight and closed in 1964. More details at Link

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Dismantled railway bridge

The view of the dismantled railway line as seen from the western side of the dismantled bridge NO5007 : Farm track to dismantled railway bridge.

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Farm track

The view of the farm track with newly built kennels on the left.

Sandy Gemmill

Belliston quarry

The view of the quarry and the mast on Baldutho Craig.

Sandy Gemmill

Wooden bridge

The bridge over the dismantled East Fife Central railway line. The bridge is used in connection with work on the adjacent farm land.

Sandy Gemmill

Strip wood

A roadside strip near West Lingo.

Richard Webb

Another council tenancy

Anarchy symbol painted (recently, not in the early 1980s anarchist heyday) on an isolated lum. There may have been a wooden hut here, the hut has gone, but its chimney has remained. Have no fear - it is on Santa's database as an untenanted chimney and no vital nanoseconds are wasted here on Christmas Eve.

Richard Webb

A field beside Lingo Den

The Lingo Den is on the left,and is as often the case, a very attractive woodland. The field, tenanted by cattle is very wet and getting into this grid square involved some delicate tussock hopping above a rather foul mire.

Richard Webb