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Newfield Plantation

Wood, Forest in Roxburghshire

Scotland

Newfield Plantation

Path skirting Vertish Hill, Hawick Boardwalks on the path contouring the hill towards Flex farm. Compare with <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3319598">NT4913 : Boardwalk in Whitlaw Wood</a> (2013) before the woodland to the right was felled.
Path skirting Vertish Hill, Hawick Credit: Jim Barton

Newfield Plantation is a magnificent woodland located in the county of Roxburghshire, Scotland. Covering a vast area, it is renowned for its stunning natural beauty and rich biodiversity. The plantation consists mainly of dense forests and mature woodlands, encompassing a variety of tree species, including oak, beech, and pine.

The plantation offers a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, providing visitors with opportunities to connect with nature and explore the great outdoors. It is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts, hikers, and birdwatchers alike. The diverse ecosystem of Newfield Plantation supports a wide range of wildlife, including deer, foxes, squirrels, and a plethora of bird species.

Visitors to the plantation can enjoy a network of well-maintained walking trails, allowing them to immerse themselves in the natural surroundings. These trails wind their way through the enchanting woodlands, providing stunning views of the lush landscape and allowing visitors to experience the peaceful ambiance of the area.

Newfield Plantation is also actively involved in sustainable forest management practices, ensuring the preservation and conservation of its natural resources. The plantation is committed to maintaining a healthy ecosystem, promoting biodiversity, and protecting the natural heritage of the region.

Overall, Newfield Plantation is a haven for nature lovers, offering a unique opportunity to experience the beauty of Scotland's woodlands and forests. Its picturesque landscapes, diverse flora and fauna, and dedication to conservation make it a must-visit destination for those seeking to reconnect with nature in Roxburghshire.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 55.399719/-2.7704959 or Grid Reference NT5112. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Path skirting Vertish Hill, Hawick Boardwalks on the path contouring the hill towards Flex farm. Compare with <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3319598">NT4913 : Boardwalk in Whitlaw Wood</a> (2013) before the woodland to the right was felled.
Path skirting Vertish Hill, Hawick
Boardwalks on the path contouring the hill towards Flex farm. Compare with NT4913 : Boardwalk in Whitlaw Wood (2013) before the woodland to the right was felled.
Hill pasture and Whitlaw Wood Hill pasture with Hardie's Hill across the valley of the Slitrig Water and the Minto Hills on the skyline.
Hill pasture and Whitlaw Wood
Hill pasture with Hardie's Hill across the valley of the Slitrig Water and the Minto Hills on the skyline.
Field corner near Flex farm A waymarked field edge path meets the track to Flex; note the high seat for deer shooting.
Field corner near Flex farm
A waymarked field edge path meets the track to Flex; note the high seat for deer shooting.
Sheep at Flex farm Sheep at this hill farm south of Hawick.
Sheep at Flex farm
Sheep at this hill farm south of Hawick.
Minor road near Ormiston
Minor road near Ormiston
Minor road near Hawick
Minor road near Hawick
Path near Hummelknowe Bridge
Path near Hummelknowe Bridge
B6399 towards Hawick
B6399 towards Hawick
Boardwalk in Whitlaw Wood Boards across some muddy stretches of this path through the woodland on the steep hillside above the Slitrig Water.
Boardwalk in Whitlaw Wood
Boards across some muddy stretches of this path through the woodland on the steep hillside above the Slitrig Water.
Minor road to Williestruther Loch The house on the left is by the entrance to Flex House.
Minor road to Williestruther Loch
The house on the left is by the entrance to Flex House.
The Flex Burn, Williestruther Loch The burn is the outflow from the loch, seen here from the dam on the N side.
The Flex Burn, Williestruther Loch
The burn is the outflow from the loch, seen here from the dam on the N side.
The view from the 13th, Hawick Golf Course A fine view to the south from the course; a photograph on a plinth by this spot identifies the small peak on the skyline as Skelfhill Pen, about 11km away.
The view from the 13th, Hawick Golf Course
A fine view to the south from the course; a photograph on a plinth by this spot identifies the small peak on the skyline as Skelfhill Pen, about 11km away.
Summit reservoir, Vertish Hill A Scottish Water installation, presumably a reservoir tank, on the summit of the hill.
Summit reservoir, Vertish Hill
A Scottish Water installation, presumably a reservoir tank, on the summit of the hill.
A golf course with a view, Hawick On Vertish Hill looking across the town to the Eildon Hills with Black Hill to the right.
A golf course with a view, Hawick
On Vertish Hill looking across the town to the Eildon Hills with Black Hill to the right.
Hardie's Hill Seen from the hill pasture near Whitlaw Wood. The Eildon Hills are peeping above the horizon, centre.
Hardie's Hill
Seen from the hill pasture near Whitlaw Wood. The Eildon Hills are peeping above the horizon, centre.
The track to Flex A track down to Flex farm and the minor road to Williestruther Loch.
The track to Flex
A track down to Flex farm and the minor road to Williestruther Loch.
Valley of the Slitrig Water The B6399 road follows the Slitrig valley south from Hawick, which was also the route used by the Waverley railway line on its way to Carlisle. The viewpoint is on the track down to Flex farm.
Valley of the Slitrig Water
The B6399 road follows the Slitrig valley south from Hawick, which was also the route used by the Waverley railway line on its way to Carlisle. The viewpoint is on the track down to Flex farm.
Bridge over the former Waverley railway line A farm track bridge near Flex on the route of the Waverley Line in the valley of the Slitrig Water.
Bridge over the former Waverley railway line
A farm track bridge near Flex on the route of the Waverley Line in the valley of the Slitrig Water.
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Newfield Plantation is located at Grid Ref: NT5112 (Lat: 55.399719, Lng: -2.7704959)

Unitary Authority: The Scottish Borders

Police Authority: The Lothians and Scottish Borders

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