Lady's Wood

Wood, Forest in East Lothian

Scotland

Lady's Wood

Big Beech, Yester There are lots of magnificent trees on the Yester estate, both conifer and broadleaf. This magnificent Beech must be several hundred years old.
Big Beech, Yester Credit: Adam Ward

Lady's Wood is a picturesque forest located in East Lothian, Scotland. Spanning over a vast area, this woodland is renowned for its stunning natural beauty and rich biodiversity. It is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts, hikers, and those seeking tranquility amidst the lush surroundings.

The wood is characterized by its diverse range of trees, including oak, beech, and ash, which provide a year-round spectacle of vibrant colors. The canopy of the forest offers a cool respite during the summer months, while the forest floor is adorned with a carpet of wildflowers and ferns.

Lady's Wood is home to an impressive array of wildlife, making it a haven for nature lovers. Visitors may encounter various bird species, including woodpeckers, owls, and songbirds, as well as small mammals like red squirrels and deer. The forest is also known for its abundance of insects and butterflies, adding to its ecological significance.

For outdoor enthusiasts, Lady's Wood offers an extensive network of well-maintained trails, providing opportunities for exploration and adventure. These paths wind through the forest, offering breathtaking views and allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the natural wonders of the woodland.

Additionally, the wood has several picnic areas and viewpoints, where visitors can relax and enjoy the tranquil atmosphere while admiring the scenic beauty of the surroundings. The forest is open to the public year-round, allowing visitors to experience its seasonal transformations and captivating landscapes.

Overall, Lady's Wood in East Lothian is a captivating destination that combines natural beauty, wildlife diversity, and recreational opportunities, making it an ideal spot for nature enthusiasts and those seeking a peaceful retreat in the heart of Scotland.

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Lady's Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.899167/-2.7370137 or Grid Reference NT5467. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Big Beech, Yester There are lots of magnificent trees on the Yester estate, both conifer and broadleaf. This magnificent Beech must be several hundred years old.
Big Beech, Yester
There are lots of magnificent trees on the Yester estate, both conifer and broadleaf. This magnificent Beech must be several hundred years old.
Sanding the green Preparing the bowling green in Gifford for the new season.
Sanding the green
Preparing the bowling green in Gifford for the new season.
Station Road, Gifford
Station Road, Gifford
Gifford and Garvald Light Railway Near the site of Gifford Station.
Gifford and Garvald Light Railway
Near the site of Gifford Station.
Gifford Community Woodlands Mixed woodland with a network of well surfaced paths.
Gifford Community Woodlands
Mixed woodland with a network of well surfaced paths.
Path, Gifford Community Woodlands A new well surfaced all ability path through mixed woodlands.
Path, Gifford Community Woodlands
A new well surfaced all ability path through mixed woodlands.
Track to Inglisfield Through Broadwoodside.
Track to Inglisfield
Through Broadwoodside.
All ability path, Fawn Wood Newly upgraded path in the Gifford Community Woodlands.
All ability path, Fawn Wood
Newly upgraded path in the Gifford Community Woodlands.
Fawn Wood Gifford Community Woodlands.
Fawn Wood
Gifford Community Woodlands.
Farmland near Gifford View towards near Winding Law from the edge of Fawn Wood.
Farmland near Gifford
View towards near Winding Law from the edge of Fawn Wood.
View towards Gifford From Fawn Wood with Yester Kirk just visible above the trees.
View towards Gifford
From Fawn Wood with Yester Kirk just visible above the trees.
Abandoned machinery, Fawn Wood, Gifford There was a building mapped near here during the 20th century, in the brief period that there was a railway station nearby. My guess is that there was a sawmill here.
Abandoned machinery, Fawn Wood, Gifford
There was a building mapped near here during the 20th century, in the brief period that there was a railway station nearby. My guess is that there was a sawmill here.
Roof, The Old Mill One of the older buildings in Gifford.
Roof, The Old Mill
One of the older buildings in Gifford.
The green and High Street, Gifford
The green and High Street, Gifford
The green and High Street, Gifford
The green and High Street, Gifford
Yester woodlands
Yester woodlands
Blocked path, Kailrig Wood The new owners of Yester feel that the Law does not apply to them. Exceptionalism shown up with exceptional fortification, although one gate automatically opened in front of me.  They have cameras too.
Blocked path, Kailrig Wood
The new owners of Yester feel that the Law does not apply to them. Exceptionalism shown up with exceptional fortification, although one gate automatically opened in front of me. They have cameras too.
Horse manure, Lady's Wood An attempt to justify why they think they are above our access laws. By a gate and fence 1km away from the house.
Horse manure, Lady's Wood
An attempt to justify why they think they are above our access laws. By a gate and fence 1km away from the house.
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Lady's Wood is located at Grid Ref: NT5467 (Lat: 55.899167, Lng: -2.7370137)

Unitary Authority: East Lothian

Police Authority: The Lothians and Scottish Borders

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Located within 500m of 55.899167,-2.7370137
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Lat/Long: 55.8954956/-2.7382585
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Lat/Long: 55.8963088/-2.7384439
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Lat/Long: 55.8964303/-2.740488
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Lat/Long: 55.8965366/-2.7425113
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