Crowbrae Plantation

Wood, Forest in Roxburghshire

Scotland

Crowbrae Plantation

Cairn, Minto Hills A ring of stones at the North top summit.
Cairn, Minto Hills Credit: Richard Webb

Crowbrae Plantation is a picturesque woodland located in Roxburghshire, Scotland. Covering an area of approximately 500 acres, it is one of the largest forested areas in the region. The plantation is situated in a rural setting, surrounded by rolling hills and breathtaking natural beauty.

The woodland is predominantly composed of native tree species, including oak, birch, and beech. These trees form a dense canopy, providing a habitat for a wide variety of wildlife such as red squirrels, badgers, and numerous bird species. The forest floor is carpeted with an assortment of plants and ferns, creating a lush and vibrant undergrowth.

Visitors to Crowbrae Plantation can explore its network of well-maintained trails that wind through the woods, offering stunning views of the surrounding landscape. These trails cater to both walkers and cyclists, providing an opportunity to immerse oneself in the peaceful ambiance of the forest.

The plantation is also home to a diverse range of flora, with wildflowers blooming in abundance during the spring and summer months. This makes it an ideal destination for nature enthusiasts and botany lovers, who can discover and appreciate the myriad of plant species that thrive within the woodland.

Crowbrae Plantation is not only a haven for wildlife and nature enthusiasts but also serves as an important ecological site. It contributes to the conservation of native trees and provides vital habitats for various animal species, ensuring the preservation of biodiversity in the area.

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Crowbrae Plantation Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.4966/-2.7040223 or Grid Reference NT5522. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

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
Minor road near Netherraw It got a bit muddy further on where the Christmas tree traffic was moving.
Minor road near Netherraw
It got a bit muddy further on where the Christmas tree traffic was moving.
Christmas trees, Netherraw
Christmas trees, Netherraw
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.
The Minto Hills This view is from the A698. It shows the imposing Peel tower, just, towards the right hand end of the line of hills.
The Minto Hills
This view is from the A698. It shows the imposing Peel tower, just, towards the right hand end of the line of hills.
The Peel Tower on Minto Hill The tower has had a chequered history but was restored a few years ago.  You cannot enter the tower but the climb up to it offers superb views of the surrounding countryside. Normally it is a very muddy walk up but when we went after an April with almost no rain it was completely dry.
The Peel Tower on Minto Hill
The tower has had a chequered history but was restored a few years ago. You cannot enter the tower but the climb up to it offers superb views of the surrounding countryside. Normally it is a very muddy walk up but when we went after an April with almost no rain it was completely dry.
A superb view Standing next to the Peel Tower on Minto Hill gives you a wonderful view to the NE.
A superb view
Standing next to the Peel Tower on Minto Hill gives you a wonderful view to the NE.
Farmland near Lilliesleaf from the air Lilliesleaf is just out of sight to the left.
Farmland near Lilliesleaf from the air
Lilliesleaf is just out of sight to the left.
Frosted grazing fields near Minto Kames This early December view was taken from the minor road between Greenhouse and Newlands.
Frosted grazing fields near Minto Kames
This early December view was taken from the minor road between Greenhouse and Newlands.
Grazing sheep near Minto Kames This was taken on a frosty December morning with the Minto Hills in the background.
Grazing sheep near Minto Kames
This was taken on a frosty December morning with the Minto Hills in the background.
The minor road between Greenhouse and Newlands This was viewed on a frosty December morning.
The minor road between Greenhouse and Newlands
This was viewed on a frosty December morning.
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Crowbrae Plantation is located at Grid Ref: NT5522 (Lat: 55.4966, Lng: -2.7040223)

Unitary Authority: The Scottish Borders

Police Authority: The Lothians and Scottish Borders

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