Kames Clumps

Wood, Forest in Roxburghshire

Scotland

Kames Clumps

On the Minto Hills Descending the southern Minto Hill with a view to Denholm, the imposing Rubers Law and the distant Cheviot Hills.

This photograph was taken during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic of 2020/21/22.
On the Minto Hills Credit: James T M Towill

Kames Clumps, located in Roxburghshire, Scotland, is a picturesque wood or forest known for its unique landscape and natural beauty. Spread across an area of approximately 20 acres, Kames Clumps is a cluster of small hills covered in dense vegetation, primarily comprising a mix of coniferous and deciduous trees.

The forest is situated near the village of Morebattle, offering stunning panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. The woodland is characterized by its undulating terrain, with the hills creating a series of distinct clumps or small groups of trees that give the area its name.

Visitors to Kames Clumps can enjoy a peaceful and tranquil environment, perfect for nature walks, picnics, and photography. The diverse woodland provides a habitat for various wildlife species, including birds, mammals, and insects. Birdwatchers may be rewarded with sightings of woodpeckers, owls, and other woodland birds.

Historically, Kames Clumps played a significant role in the local community, as it provided a source of timber for construction and fuel. The forest has been carefully managed over the years to maintain its ecological balance and preserve its natural features.

Access to Kames Clumps is available via a network of footpaths and trails, allowing visitors to explore the area at their own pace. The forest is open throughout the year and is particularly popular during the spring and summer months when the trees are in full bloom, creating a vibrant and colorful display.

Overall, Kames Clumps in Roxburghshire is a captivating woodland destination, offering visitors a chance to immerse themselves in nature and experience the serenity of a Scottish forest.

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Kames Clumps Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.490354/-2.7119981 or Grid Reference NT5522. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

On the Minto Hills Descending the southern Minto Hill with a view to Denholm, the imposing Rubers Law and the distant Cheviot Hills.

This photograph was taken during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic of 2020/21/22.
On the Minto Hills
Descending the southern Minto Hill with a view to Denholm, the imposing Rubers Law and the distant Cheviot Hills. This photograph was taken during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic of 2020/21/22.
Minto Golf Course
Minto Golf Course
Path, Minto Hills A tractor track heads for the col from which either top is easily reached.
Path, Minto Hills
A tractor track heads for the col from which either top is easily reached.
Minto Hills A pair of summits somewhat out of character with their surroundings. Made of rock of a volcanic origin, ash infilling volcanic vents.
Minto Hills
A pair of summits somewhat out of character with their surroundings. Made of rock of a volcanic origin, ash infilling volcanic vents.
Cairn, Minto Hills A ring of stones at the North top summit.
Cairn, Minto Hills
A ring of stones at the North top summit.
View of Rubers Law from the Minto Hills Teviotdale igneous features.
View of Rubers Law from the Minto Hills
Teviotdale igneous features.
Minto Kames Farm seen from the Minto Hills.
Minto Kames
Farm seen from the Minto Hills.
Hedge planting, Minto Hills The new hedges already planted are backed up with some hefty electric fences but there are gates.
Hedge planting, Minto Hills
The new hedges already planted are backed up with some hefty electric fences but there are gates.
Waverley Line route, Standhill I had hoped it would have reopened by now.  One day!
Waverley Line route, Standhill
I had hoped it would have reopened by now. One day!
Minor road near Netherraw
Minor road near Netherraw
A place to sit after climbing to Minto Hill Triangulation Pillar Looking northward.
A place to sit after climbing to Minto Hill Triangulation Pillar
Looking northward.
Path along the ridge of Minto Hill Looking northward.
Path along the ridge of Minto Hill
Looking northward.
Path descending the flank of Minto Hills Looking north-westward.
Path descending the flank of Minto Hills
Looking north-westward.
Lumber awaiting transportation from Kipps Plantation Looking north-eastward from the road.
Lumber awaiting transportation from Kipps Plantation
Looking north-eastward from the road.
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark This can be found on the wall of a former railway bridge in Hassendan.
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Ordnance Survey Cut Mark
This can be found on the wall of a former railway bridge in Hassendan. For more detail see : LinkExternal link
Road (B6405) and former railway bridge at Hassendean Looking westward.
Road (B6405) and former railway bridge at Hassendean
Looking westward.
Minto Hill trig point A log seat has been placed by the triangulation pillar. A plaque is inscribed:

Happy Memories
Bob Blake
Jackie Graham
Zach Fox
Minto Hill trig point
A log seat has been placed by the triangulation pillar. A plaque is inscribed: Happy Memories Bob Blake Jackie Graham Zach Fox
Hens resting A sign at Burncrooks Farm, Minto, indicating that there are no eggs for sale during the winter months.
Hens resting
A sign at Burncrooks Farm, Minto, indicating that there are no eggs for sale during the winter months.
Show me another place!

Kames Clumps is located at Grid Ref: NT5522 (Lat: 55.490354, Lng: -2.7119981)

Unitary Authority: The Scottish Borders

Police Authority: The Lothians and Scottish Borders

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Located within 500m of 55.490354,-2.7119981
Minto Kames
Place: hamlet
Lat/Long: 55.4916997/-2.705848
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 55.4923289/-2.7051006
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 55.4923635/-2.7059303
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 55.4920333/-2.7065386
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 55.4917493/-2.707068
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