East Lodge Plantation

Wood, Forest in Roxburghshire

Scotland

East Lodge Plantation

A drinking fountain at Midlem Village The fountain has been painted since this photo was taken <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/961088">NT5227 : Midlem Village from the well</a>. — A drinking fountain at Midlem Village Credit: Walter Baxter

East Lodge Plantation is a sprawling woodland area located in Roxburghshire, Scotland. Covering an area of approximately XX square kilometers, it is a haven for nature enthusiasts and outdoor lovers. The plantation is known for its diverse range of trees, including oak, birch, beech, and pine, creating a dense forest with a rich and vibrant ecosystem.

The plantation offers various recreational activities for visitors, such as walking trails, cycling paths, and birdwatching spots. The well-maintained trails provide an opportunity to explore the plantation's natural beauty while enjoying a peaceful and serene atmosphere. Wildlife enthusiasts can spot a variety of animals in their natural habitat, including red deer, squirrels, foxes, and a wide range of bird species.

The management of East Lodge Plantation is committed to preserving the natural environment and has implemented sustainable forestry practices. This includes selective logging to maintain a healthy forest and ensure the long-term sustainability of the woodland.

In addition to its ecological significance, East Lodge Plantation holds historical importance. The area was once part of a larger estate and has remnants of ancient structures, including stone walls and ruins, providing a glimpse into the region's past.

Overall, East Lodge Plantation offers a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of urban life. Its breathtaking natural beauty, diverse wildlife, and historical significance make it a must-visit destination for nature enthusiasts and history buffs alike.

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East Lodge Plantation Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.52327/-2.7404859 or Grid Reference NT5325. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

A drinking fountain at Midlem Village

The fountain has been painted since this photo was taken NT5227 : Midlem Village from the well.

Walter Baxter

Lilliesleaf Parish Church

The first church on this site was said to be built in 1110 and replaced in 1430. The present church was built in 1771 and extended in 1883 and 1910 with the addition of a bell tower. This photo was taken at 11.50 on Christmas Day.

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Lilliesleaf Churchyard

This view of the southeast part of the churchyard was taken from the entrance to the Riddell burial aisle.

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A symbolic gravestone at Lilliesleaf Churchyard

The head of the winged soul on this lichen-covered portrait headstone is missing.

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Minor road about to join the B6453 road in Midlem

Looking south-westward.

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The Generalâs Tower at Riddell

This 25m high observation tower, surrounded by trees, was built in memory of the Sprot family on a medieval motte and bailey in 1885 by A. Herbertson & Son for Major-General John Sprot. An internal vertiginous metal spiral staircase in one corner leads to a caphouse and corbelled parapet walkway. For a long distance autumnal view, see NT5224 : The General's Tower at Riddell.

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Sheep at Riddell

This winter feeding station is by a farm track.

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The caphouse on the Generalâs Tower at Riddell

The caphouse and corbelled parapet walkway can be accessed by an internal vertiginous metal spiral staircase. For a wider view of the 25m high tower, see NT5224 : The General’s Tower at Riddell.

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A crest above the entrance door to the generalâs Tower

The crest features a heron, three fish and a boar’s head. The initials J. S. stand for Major-General John Sprot who commissioned the tower. For a view of the tower, see NT5224 : The General’s Tower at Riddell.

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Mixed farmland at Lilliesleaf

The fields were viewed from the B6400 opposite Lilliesleaf Parish Church.

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An old Riddell milepost

The milepost is in the southeast edge of a strip wood by a farm track. For some historical information, see NT5225 : Old milepost.

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The Sprot family mausoleum

This small mortuary chapel surrounded by a locked iron railed enclosure is situated about 80m south of the General’s Tower on the Riddell Estate. Three window tablets are inscribed with details of Sprot family members.

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A window tablet on the Sprot family mausoleum

The inscription reads:- IN THIS VAULT REST THE REMAINS OF JAMES LEWIS BOYD SPROT, WHO DIED AT SCHOOL AT EALING NEAR LONDON, 25TH APRIL 1857 AGED 13 YEARS. THIRD SON OF MARK SPROT, OF RIDDELL, ROXBURGHSHIRE. ALSO MARK GEORGE SPROT, CAPTAIN OF THE 93RD HIGHLANDERS SECOND SON ON MARK SPROT, WHO AFTER A LONG ILLNESS DEPARTED THIS LIFE AT THE HOTEL BYRON, LAKE GENEVA ON 16TH SEPTEMBER 1853 AGED 28 YEARS. ALSO EDWARD WILLIAM SPROT, OF DRYGRANGE FOURTH SON OF MARK SPROT WHO DIED AT DRYGRANGE 1ST FEBRUARY 1898 AGED 52 YEARS AND IS BURIED AT MELROSE. For a wider view of the mausoleum, see NT5224 : The Sprot family mausoleum.

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A window tablet on the Sprot family mausoleum

The inscription reads:- IN THIS VAULT REST THE REMAINS OF ELIZABETH, THE BELOVED WIFE OF MARK SPROT, RIDDELL, AND ELDEST DAUGHTER OF JOHN SHEWELL OF CLAPHAM COMMON WHO DIED SUDDENLY AT EDINBURGH MUCH REGRETTED 9TH FEBY 1871 AGED 60 YEARS. ALSO MARK SPROT ESQR OF RIDDELL WHO DIED AT EDINBURGH 21ST NOVEMBER 1883, AGED 82 YEARS. ALSO LIEUT. GENERAL JOHN SPROT, OF RIDDELL, ELDEST SON OF MARK SPROT, OF RIDDELL, LATE 83RD FOOT AND 91ST HIGHLANDERS WHO DIED AT RIDDELL 19TH MARCH 1907 AGED 77 YEARS. For a wider view of the mausoleum, see NT5224 : The Sprot family mausoleum.

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A window tablet on the Sprot family mausoleum

The inscription reads:- IN THIS VAULT REST THE REMAINS OF GEORGINA MARY SPROT, THE BELOVED WIFE OF COLONEL JAMES SPROT, ASST ADJUT GENERAL FOR SCOTLAND AND THIRD DAUGHTER OF HENRY E. SURTEES ESQR OF REDWORTH HALL & CO DURHAM & DANE END & HERTS WHO DIED AT EDINBURGH 16TH MARCH 1876 AGED 27 YEARS. ALSO IN MEMORY OF HER INFANT DAUGHTERS LOUISE SPROT, WHO DIED AT FORT GEORGE 1873 AND IS BURRIED AT ARDERSEER GEORGIE CAROLINE SPROT, WHO DIED AT EDINBURGH 1876 AND WHOSE REMAINS LIE IN THIS VAULT ALSO CECELIA ELIZABETH SPROT THE BELOVED WIFE OF COLONEL J. SPROT OF RIDDELL, AND DAUGHTER OF THE REVD. WILLIAM BLAKE DOVETON OF CORSTON SOMERSET WHO DIED AT EASTBOURNE 8TH JUNE 1884 AGED 32 YEARS. For a wider view of the mausoleum, see NT5224 : The Sprot family mausoleum.

Walter Baxter