Barlatch Wood

Wood, Forest in Banffshire

Scotland

Barlatch Wood

Rothiemay Parish Kirk The kirk dates from 1807 and is a Category B Listed building. It incorporates some features from earlier buildings. See <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/LB15616" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/LB15616">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> for more details. — Rothiemay Parish Kirk Credit: Anne Burgess

Barlatch Wood is a picturesque forest located in the region of Banffshire, Scotland. Spanning over a vast area, it is often referred to as one of the hidden gems of the area. The wood's natural beauty and diverse ecosystem make it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and hikers.

The forest is known for its dense foliage, predominantly composed of native species such as oak, birch, and pine trees. These towering trees create a tranquil and serene atmosphere, providing a habitat for a variety of wildlife, including deer, birds, and small mammals. The forest floor is adorned with a vibrant carpet of ferns, mosses, and wildflowers, adding to the enchanting ambiance.

A network of well-maintained trails meanders through the wood, allowing visitors to explore its wonders at their own pace. These paths cater to a range of difficulty levels, making it accessible for both casual strollers and avid hikers. Along the way, there are several viewpoints that offer breathtaking vistas of the surrounding countryside and nearby rolling hills.

Barlatch Wood is also known for its rich history and cultural significance. Ancient ruins and remnants of past settlements can be discovered within its boundaries, serving as a reminder of the area's past inhabitants and their way of life.

Overall, Barlatch Wood is a haven for those seeking solace in nature, offering a unique blend of scenic beauty, biodiversity, and historical intrigue. It remains a cherished destination for both locals and tourists, providing an unforgettable experience in the heart of Banffshire.

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Barlatch Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.516951/-2.7566946 or Grid Reference NJ5447. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Rothiemay Parish Kirk

The kirk dates from 1807 and is a Category B Listed building. It incorporates some features from earlier buildings. See Link

for more details.

Anne Burgess

Rothiemay War Memorial

A plain granite monument, standing beside the main street.

Anne Burgess

Forbes Arms Hotel

The two-storey house is 18th century and the one-and-s-half storey extension is later. It is a Category B Listed building. See Link

for details.

Anne Burgess

River Deveron

Looking downstream from the bridge at Milltown.

Anne Burgess

Milltown of Rothiemay

Although officially called Milltown of Rothiemay, most local people refer to it simply as Rothiemay. The River Deveron is in the dip between the foreground field and the village.

Anne Burgess

Drystane Dyke

A rather haphazard-looking dyke on the side of the road to Redhill.

Anne Burgess

Gate with a View

From the gate the land drops steeply to the River Deveren, rising again to the grounds of Rothiemay House, with its clumps of conifers. Knock Hill, on the skyline, dominates the view.

Anne Burgess

Barn at North Redhill

A large new barn beside the farm of North Redhill.

Anne Burgess

Field at North Redhill

A field at North Redhill, just off the old road leading to Fourmanhill and Bognie.

Anne Burgess

Frost in the Ruts

The almost inevitable water-filled ruts at the field entrance were frozen over. This heralded some excellent dry walking over ground that will be muddy when the frost lifts.

Anne Burgess

Old Road

The 1940s one-inch Ordnance Survey map Link

shows this as a public road, but the Seventh Series (1959) shows it as a track. It links Rothiemay and Bognie by a far more direct route than any now available to motor traffic. The low hill in the distance is the Balloch, near Keith.

Anne Burgess

Exposed Trees

Standing on a ridge and exposed to evey wind direction, it's not surprising that one of these trees has succumbed to the effets of a recent gale. The prominent hill at right is Knock Hill.

Anne Burgess

Snow Shower

So much for getting some sunlit shots from the road on the right bank of the River Deveron. The weather had been getting steadily worse, and we found ourselves walking into the teeth of an icy shower. This is the view back, with the camera facing away from the windblown snow.

Anne Burgess

Corsekellie Farm

Corskellie lies astride the minor road, with outbuildings on both sides. These are the buildings on the north side, closer to the River Deveron.

Anne Burgess

Corskellie Farm

Some of the extensive range of traditional stone buildings on the north side of the minor road.

Anne Burgess

Interesting Gateposts

We were lured through the gateway by a window display of fascinating old objects, like a little heritage museum. The white van is a travelling butcher's shop, and the lady walking up the street has just been buying from it. Now that there is no shop at all in the village, the van must be very welcome.

Anne Burgess

Milltown of Rothiemay

Having left our car beside a sign saying that the parking area (the only one in the village) is for visitors to the cemetery, we felt obliged to visit the cemetery when we returned from our walk. This was far from being a hardship, because as well as some interesting gravestones there is a bench which offered us this view while we relaxed in the sunshine with the second instalment of our picnic. (The three cars in view were all there when we first arrived, and still there when we left to go home, but we saw no-one else visiting the cemetery.) On the skyline is Fourman Hill, and our seven-mile walk had taken us over the shoulder of the hill past the scattered trees.

Anne Burgess