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Hill of Summertown Plantation

Wood, Forest in Banffshire

Scotland

Hill of Summertown Plantation

Road with a View After passing between dense forests, the view towards Knock Hill opens out at this bend.
Road with a View Credit: Anne Burgess

The Hill of Summertown Plantation is a picturesque wooded area located in Banffshire, Scotland. Covering an expansive area, it is a significant forested landscape that offers a tranquil and scenic experience for visitors.

The plantation is characterized by a diverse range of trees, including Scots pine, oak, beech, and birch, among others. The lush greenery, coupled with the winding paths and gentle slopes, makes it an ideal spot for leisurely walks or picnics amidst nature.

The Hill of Summertown Plantation is home to a variety of wildlife, providing a haven for numerous bird species, small mammals, and insects. Birdwatchers will be delighted by the opportunity to spot woodland birds such as woodpeckers, thrushes, and tits.

The plantation also serves as a valuable ecological habitat, contributing to the conservation of local biodiversity. Its dense vegetation provides shelter and food sources for many organisms, enhancing the overall ecosystem of the area.

Visitors to the Hill of Summertown Plantation can enjoy the peaceful atmosphere and appreciate the beauty of nature in a serene environment. The forest offers a respite from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, allowing individuals to relax and recharge amidst the calming presence of trees and wildlife.

Overall, the Hill of Summertown Plantation in Banffshire is a natural treasure, offering a unique combination of scenic beauty, ecological importance, and recreational opportunities for all nature enthusiasts.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 57.627048/-2.7925555 or Grid Reference NJ5259. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Road with a View After passing between dense forests, the view towards Knock Hill opens out at this bend.
Road with a View
After passing between dense forests, the view towards Knock Hill opens out at this bend.
Slippery Jack (Boletus luteus) Described as gregarious beneath conifers, preferably pine. It is fairly easy to recognise and I am told that it is good eating, but may have some unwanted after-effects.
Slippery Jack (Boletus luteus)
Described as gregarious beneath conifers, preferably pine. It is fairly easy to recognise and I am told that it is good eating, but may have some unwanted after-effects.
Forest Track A dry part of the track through Inverkindling Plantation.
Forest Track
A dry part of the track through Inverkindling Plantation.
Forest Track A very wet section of the track through Inverkindling Plantation. Fortunately it was easy enough to walk round it on drier ground.
Forest Track
A very wet section of the track through Inverkindling Plantation. Fortunately it was easy enough to walk round it on drier ground.
Forest Track Just about to leave the gloom and emerge into the sunshine.
Forest Track
Just about to leave the gloom and emerge into the sunshine.
Forest Track Yet another boring view of a gloomy track between dense stands of conifers.
Forest Track
Yet another boring view of a gloomy track between dense stands of conifers.
Chanterelles (Cantharellus cibarius) Identified by one of my companions, these are one of the most palatable fungi, unless one has the identification wrong. But at least the species that can be confused with Chanterelles are just not very good rather than actually poisonous. Or so I believe.
Chanterelles (Cantharellus cibarius)
Identified by one of my companions, these are one of the most palatable fungi, unless one has the identification wrong. But at least the species that can be confused with Chanterelles are just not very good rather than actually poisonous. Or so I believe.
Chanterelle (Cantharellus cibarius) Identified by one of my companions, these are one of the most palatable fungi, unless one has the identification wrong. But at least the species that can be confused with Chanterelles are just not very good rather than actually poisonous. Or so I believe.
Chanterelle (Cantharellus cibarius)
Identified by one of my companions, these are one of the most palatable fungi, unless one has the identification wrong. But at least the species that can be confused with Chanterelles are just not very good rather than actually poisonous. Or so I believe.
Cross-leaved Heath (Erica tetralix) Often confused with Bell Heather (Erica cinerea). Normally the flowers are over by late August, but there were still a few on show.
Cross-leaved Heath (Erica tetralix)
Often confused with Bell Heather (Erica cinerea). Normally the flowers are over by late August, but there were still a few on show.
Junction of minor roads at Fordyce Lodge Looking south-westward.
Junction of minor roads at Fordyce Lodge
Looking south-westward.
Track leading to Winterton Looking north-westward.
Track leading to Winterton
Looking north-westward.
Forest track on the Hill of Summertown Looking south-westward.
Forest track on the Hill of Summertown
Looking south-westward.
Forest track on the Hill of Summertown Looking south-westward.
Forest track on the Hill of Summertown
Looking south-westward.
Minor road approaching Lower Broadrashes Looking north-eastward.
Minor road approaching Lower Broadrashes
Looking north-eastward.
Farm track at Ordenhoves also leading to Slackdale Looking northward.
Farm track at Ordenhoves also leading to Slackdale
Looking northward.
Forest track on the Hill of Summertown Looking north-westward.
Forest track on the Hill of Summertown
Looking north-westward.
Track between mature forest and 'baby' trees on the Hill of Summertown Looking south-westward.
Track between mature forest and 'baby' trees on the Hill of Summertown
Looking south-westward.
Minor road at Ardiecow Looking south-eastward.
Minor road at Ardiecow
Looking south-eastward.
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Hill of Summertown Plantation is located at Grid Ref: NJ5259 (Lat: 57.627048, Lng: -2.7925555)

Unitary Authority: Moray

Police Authority: North East

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Hill of Summertown Plantation Coyll Moss Inverkindling Plantation Green Hill

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