East Middles Strip

Wood, Forest in Roxburghshire

Scotland

East Middles Strip

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. — Lilliesleaf Parish Church Credit: Walter Baxter

East Middles Strip, located in Roxburghshire, is a beautiful and enchanting wooded area known for its dense forest and captivating flora and fauna. Spread over an expansive area, this region is a haven for nature enthusiasts, offering a serene and picturesque landscape.

The woodland in East Middles Strip is characterized by a rich variety of trees, including oak, beech, and pine, which create a vibrant and diverse ecosystem. The dense canopy formed by these towering trees provides ample shade and shelter for a multitude of wildlife species. Visitors can expect to encounter a range of animals, such as red squirrels, deer, and a variety of bird species, making it a perfect spot for birdwatching and wildlife observation.

Traversing through the woodland, visitors can explore a network of well-maintained trails and paths that wind their way through the forest. These trails offer an opportunity to immerse oneself in the peaceful surroundings and enjoy the tranquil ambiance. The forest floor is adorned with a stunning array of wildflowers, adding to the natural beauty of the area.

East Middles Strip also boasts a number of picnic areas and rest spots, enabling visitors to take a break and enjoy the scenic views. Additionally, educational signposts and information boards are placed strategically throughout the woodland, providing valuable insights into the local flora and fauna.

Overall, East Middles Strip in Roxburghshire is a captivating destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts, offering a unique and immersive experience in the heart of a stunning forested landscape.

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East Middles Strip Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.511286/-2.7295883 or Grid Reference NT5424. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

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.

Walter Baxter

Lilliesleaf Churchyard

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

Walter Baxter

A symbolic gravestone at Lilliesleaf Churchyard

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

Walter Baxter

Sheep at Riddell

This winter feeding station is by a farm track.

Walter Baxter

Mixed farmland at Lilliesleaf

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

Walter Baxter

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.

Walter Baxter

Hedge trimming on the Riddell Estate

Walter Baxter

Riddell Mill

This is the site of a former watermill.

Walter Baxter

A farm track on the Riddell Estate

The ground was saturated after periods of heavy rain.

Walter Baxter

A gravestone detail at Lilliesleaf

This is the top part of an 18th century wall monument gravestone in an enclosure at Lilliesleaf Parish Churchyard. The portrait figure represents the deceased holding a book to show religious devotion, while the menacing figure on the left is a symbol of mortality, a crown-wearing skeleton, the King of Terrors, holding an hourglass and a dart. It was difficult to make anything out on the inscription below. There is an almost identical stone at Roberton Cemetery NT4314 : A gravestone detail at Roberton.

Walter Baxter

Sewage treatment plant, Lilliesleaf

Near the east end of the village on the lane down to the Ale Water.

Jim Barton

Ale Water at Lilliesleaf

Looking upstream from the Jubilee footbridge.

Jim Barton

Jubilee Bridge, Lilliesleaf

The bridge carries a path over the Ale Water with access westwards to a field track to Riddell or eastwards to meet the B6453 road to Midlem.

Jim Barton

Field track to Riddell

A track through farmland to the estate at Riddell. Compare with NT5325 : Field track, Lilliesleaf taken here on my previous visit in the soggy July of 2012.

Jim Barton

Ominous sky over Lilliesleaf

A heavy shower is falling somewhere to the south in unsettled weather with little wind. I encountered a flooded minor road near Bowden on the drive home a few hours later.

Jim Barton