Barnsburn Wood

Wood, Forest in Roxburghshire

Scotland

Barnsburn Wood

A View Across Stobs Camp Viewed from a ridge over the Barnes Burn, this small equipment drying building was adjacent to the &#039;bathing pond&#039; - now occupied by scrub and reeds, the periphery of which can be noted to the bottom right.

For a close up of the building, see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3752223">NT5009 : Near Stobs Camp Bathing Pond</a> — A View Across Stobs Camp Credit: James T M Towill

Barnsburn Wood is a picturesque forest located in Roxburghshire, a historic county in the Scottish Borders region of Scotland. This woodland is nestled amidst the rolling hills and lush greenery, offering visitors a tranquil and enchanting natural setting.

Covering an area of approximately 100 hectares, Barnsburn Wood is a diverse ecosystem that supports a wide variety of flora and fauna. The forest is predominantly composed of native tree species such as oak, birch, and beech, which create a dense canopy providing shade and habitat for numerous wildlife species.

Walking through the wood, visitors are greeted by a carpet of bluebells in spring, creating a stunning display of vibrant colors. The woodland floor is also adorned with ferns, wildflowers, and mosses, further enhancing its natural beauty.

Barnsburn Wood is not only a haven for nature enthusiasts but also for birdwatchers. The forest is home to several bird species, including woodpeckers, nuthatches, and buzzards. The constant chirping and melodious songs of these feathered creatures create a harmonious symphony for visitors to enjoy.

There are well-marked trails throughout Barnsburn Wood, allowing visitors to explore and appreciate its natural wonders. These paths take visitors past picturesque streams, enchanting waterfalls, and serene ponds, adding to the overall charm of the woodland.

Overall, Barnsburn Wood in Roxburghshire is a captivating forest that showcases the beauty of Scotland's natural landscape. With its diverse vegetation, abundant wildlife, and peaceful ambiance, it offers a truly immersive and rejuvenating experience for those seeking solace in nature.

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Barnsburn Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.379074/-2.7854502 or Grid Reference NT5009. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

A View Across Stobs Camp

Viewed from a ridge over the Barnes Burn, this small equipment drying building was adjacent to the 'bathing pond' - now occupied by scrub and reeds, the periphery of which can be noted to the bottom right. For a close up of the building, see NT5009 : Near Stobs Camp Bathing Pond

James T M Towill

Access Road At Stobs Camp

A bleak place, once a hive of military activity.

James T M Towill

A View Across Stobs Camp

A view across the camp site, with concrete foundations prominent in the foreground.

James T M Towill

Drying Building

One of two remaining equipment drying buildings at the former camp site.

James T M Towill

A Window With A View

A view out of a drying building window across the remains of the camp site. For an external view of the building, see NT4909 : Drying Building

James T M Towill

Building Foundations

A set of brick and concrete foundations, just one of many at the former camp site.

James T M Towill

Road In Stobs Camp

This tarmac road provides access to Winningtonrig Farm, above the camp site.

James T M Towill

Storage At Stobs

Probable camp buildings now utilised as farm storage at the top of the former Stobs Camp site.

James T M Towill

A Meeting Of Two Roads

A junction at the top of the Stobs Camp site.

James T M Towill

Tanks At Stobs Camp

Three octagonal tanks and several rectangular tanks remain near the top of the site: it is unclear what these tanks contained.

James T M Towill

Derelict Building At Stobs Camp

Located next to some tanks near the top of the site, the function of this building is unknown.

James T M Towill

Track on Newton Hill

The track up from Barns passes through shelter belts here.

Jim Barton

Settlement site, Newton Hill

A roughly circular area has been enclosed by ramparts, now close to trees in a shelter belt to the NW. There are also remains of another settlement with hut circles on White Knowe, about 400m to the W. The summit in view is Penchrise Pen.

Jim Barton

The Breached Dam Of New Reservoir

The breach in the earthen dam wall and standing behind, the remains of the filter building. In the foreground, the Barnes Burn can be noted.

James T M Towill

Filter House Remains, New Reservoir

Long since redundant, the filter house stands proud above the breached earthen dam wall.

James T M Towill

The Route Of The Barnes Burn

Looking down the Barnes Burn towards the site of Stobs Camp.

James T M Towill

Bridge over Barnes Burn, Stobs Camp

An access road to the former camp. The vehicles just in view R of centre are probably associated with installation of a new power line crossing the area.

Jim Barton

Building near Barnes Burn, Stobs Camp

Compare with James Towill's photograph NT5009 : Near Stobs Camp Bathing Pond taken 10 years ago. The camp was on land bought from Stobs Estate in 1902 and was in use for military training and later for internment of Prisoners of War in WW1. Prisoners were housed in 80 huts capable of accommodating 4,500 men in total. A bakery, post office, hospital, mortuary and workshops were among the camp’s facilities and the POWs produced a newspaper ‘Stobsiade’. The camp’s role declined in the 1920s until it was used for limited training in WW2. Postwar resettlement of Polish troops and Territorial Army training took place until the camp closed in the late 1950s. The camp’s history has been investigated recently by the Stobs Camp Project under Archaeology Scotland with local volunteers, with much material on their website Link

including the booklet ‘Stobs Camp Project’ from which the above details have been taken.