Cairns Wood

Wood, Forest in Banffshire

Scotland

Cairns Wood

Looking west from the junction on the minor road near Knauchland — Looking west from the junction on the minor road near Knauchland Credit: Peter Moore

Cairns Wood is a lush forest located in Banffshire, Scotland. Covering an area of approximately 100 acres, this woodland is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and outdoor enthusiasts alike. The wood is home to a variety of native plant and animal species, making it a haven for wildlife and biodiversity.

Visitors to Cairns Wood can enjoy a network of well-maintained walking trails that wind through the forest, offering stunning views of the surrounding landscape. The wood is also home to a number of picnic areas, making it an ideal spot for a day out with family and friends.

In addition to its natural beauty, Cairns Wood also holds historical significance. The wood is home to a number of ancient cairns, which are burial mounds dating back to the Bronze Age. These cairns provide a fascinating glimpse into the area's past and add to the sense of mystery and wonder that permeates the forest.

Overall, Cairns Wood is a peaceful and picturesque retreat where visitors can immerse themselves in nature and history, making it a must-visit destination for anyone exploring the Banffshire region.

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Cairns Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.542255/-2.7215032 or Grid Reference NJ5650. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Looking west from the junction on the minor road near Knauchland

Looking west from the junction on the minor road near Knauchland

Track near Moss-Side of Mayen With forested Catstone Hill beyond.

Track near Moss-Side of Mayen

With forested Catstone Hill beyond.

Cairn of Mayen

Cairn of Mayen

Hill of Retenach Viewed from Hill of Cairns.

Hill of Retenach

Viewed from Hill of Cairns.

View to Retanach From a minor road near Moss-side.

View to Retanach

From a minor road near Moss-side.

Old Crombie Trig Point Flush Bracket S6991

Old Crombie Trig Point Flush Bracket S6991

View North West from the Hill of Retenach There was no sign of the Cairns of Keith mentioned on the map.

View North West from the Hill of Retenach

There was no sign of the Cairns of Keith mentioned on the map.

Hill of Retanach The hill has been cleared of useful trees but no sign of the Cairns of Keith mentioned on the OS map.

Hill of Retanach

The hill has been cleared of useful trees but no sign of the Cairns of Keith mentioned on the OS map.

Cairns of Mayen Farm Buildings With the tree covered Catstone Hill beyond.

Cairns of Mayen Farm Buildings

With the tree covered Catstone Hill beyond.

View from a minor road near South Retanach Looking towards Mannoch Hill.

View from a minor road near South Retanach

Looking towards Mannoch Hill.

Looking towards Knock Hill from Inchcorsie

Looking towards Knock Hill from Inchcorsie

The House of Glennie amid varied autumnal shades.

The House of Glennie amid varied autumnal shades.

Turn right for Knauchland.

Turn right for Knauchland.

River Deveron at Glennie Between Rothiemay and Bridge of Marnoch is one of the most scenic stretches of the River Deveron.

River Deveron at Glennie

Between Rothiemay and Bridge of Marnoch is one of the most scenic stretches of the River Deveron.

Tillydown The farm house is partly concealed in the shade to the left of the barn.

Tillydown

The farm house is partly concealed in the shade to the left of the barn.

Field on Catstone Hill A stubble field awaiting fertilisation, ploughing and sowing. Catstone Hill rises to the left.

Field on Catstone Hill

A stubble field awaiting fertilisation, ploughing and sowing. Catstone Hill rises to the left.

Cairns of Mayen from Tillydown More accurately, looking towards Cairns of Mayen, which is partly hidden by the conifers marking the course of the Burn of Tillydown.

Cairns of Mayen from Tillydown

More accurately, looking towards Cairns of Mayen, which is partly hidden by the conifers marking the course of the Burn of Tillydown.

Barn at Tillydown Machinery and hay bales stored at Tillydown. Catstone Hill rises in the background.

Barn at Tillydown

Machinery and hay bales stored at Tillydown. Catstone Hill rises in the background.

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Cairns Wood is located at Grid Ref: NJ5650 (Lat: 57.542255, Lng: -2.7215032)

Unitary Authority: Moray

Police Authority: North East

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Hill of Cairns

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