Craigmoor Wood

Wood, Forest in East Lothian

Scotland

Craigmoor Wood

Balgone Barns Farm
Balgone Barns Farm Credit: James Allan

Craigmoor Wood is a picturesque woodland located in East Lothian, Scotland. Covering an area of approximately 100 acres, it is a well-preserved natural habitat that showcases the beauty of the Scottish landscape.

The wood is primarily made up of native broadleaf trees, including oak, birch, and beech, which create a diverse and rich ecosystem. These trees provide a vital habitat for a variety of wildlife species, including red squirrels, roe deer, and numerous bird species.

The wood is crisscrossed by a network of well-maintained footpaths, allowing visitors to explore its tranquil surroundings. These paths lead to several hidden spots, such as enchanting glens and bubbling streams, adding to the wood's allure.

Throughout the year, Craigmoor Wood undergoes a breathtaking transformation with the changing seasons. In spring, a carpet of bluebells spreads across the forest floor, creating a stunning natural spectacle. During the summer months, the leafy canopy provides shade from the sun, making it an ideal spot for peaceful walks. In autumn, the wood is adorned with vibrant hues of red, orange, and gold as the leaves change color.

Craigmoor Wood is also a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and photographers, who flock to capture the beauty and tranquility of this natural gem. The wood offers a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the sights and sounds of nature.

Overall, Craigmoor Wood in East Lothian is a cherished and well-preserved woodland that offers a serene escape into the heart of nature.

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Craigmoor Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.024957/-2.6905222 or Grid Reference NT5781. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Balgone Barns Farm
Balgone Barns Farm
Early morning at Waughton doocot A beehive 'doocot' from the 1500's nearby to the remains of Waughton Castle.
Early morning at Waughton doocot
A beehive 'doocot' from the 1500's nearby to the remains of Waughton Castle.
Waughton Castle and Doocot Very little remains of Waughton Castle, two miles west of Whitekirk. Waughton Castle is first reported in the mid 1300s when it was in the possession of the Hepburns of Waughton. The doocot in the background is of later 1500s origin. By the 1700s the castle was sadly being used as a quarry to build local cottages and walls.

There is more information and a reconstruction drawing at <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.douglashistory.co.uk/history/Places/waughton.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.douglashistory.co.uk/history/Places/waughton.htm">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>
Waughton Castle and Doocot
Very little remains of Waughton Castle, two miles west of Whitekirk. Waughton Castle is first reported in the mid 1300s when it was in the possession of the Hepburns of Waughton. The doocot in the background is of later 1500s origin. By the 1700s the castle was sadly being used as a quarry to build local cottages and walls. There is more information and a reconstruction drawing at LinkExternal link
Newbyth A former mansion at Newbyth, now divided into apartments. Roe deer wander in the fields beside the house.
Newbyth
A former mansion at Newbyth, now divided into apartments. Roe deer wander in the fields beside the house.
Old Stonelaws How old it is I don't know - but law means hill locally, & behind me were the rocky hills - products of glaciation.

The hills behind are the Lammermuirs with the recent snows going fast.
Old Stonelaws
How old it is I don't know - but law means hill locally, & behind me were the rocky hills - products of glaciation. The hills behind are the Lammermuirs with the recent snows going fast.
Pig farm Close to Merrylaws - happy hills?

A pig farm with the distant Pentland hills behind complete with snow.

The soils here are glacial deposits & very rich for agriculture.
Pig farm
Close to Merrylaws - happy hills? A pig farm with the distant Pentland hills behind complete with snow. The soils here are glacial deposits & very rich for agriculture.
Leuchie house and gardens Mansion house built 1779-85, originally had formally landscaped gardens. This ancestral home of the Hamilton-Dalrymple family is now a holiday centre for people with MS.
Leuchie house and gardens
Mansion house built 1779-85, originally had formally landscaped gardens. This ancestral home of the Hamilton-Dalrymple family is now a holiday centre for people with MS.
North Lodge to Balgone House, near North Berwick
North Lodge to Balgone House, near North Berwick
Balgone Barns Terrestrial view...  from the east.
Balgone Barns
Terrestrial view... from the east.
Crag, near Sherriff Hall. This is part of a long igneous escarpment. There may be some cragging to be had in this area. This crag is roadside, but there are many deep in the woods.
Crag, near Sherriff Hall.
This is part of a long igneous escarpment. There may be some cragging to be had in this area. This crag is roadside, but there are many deep in the woods.
Road near Sheriff Hall. Looking south towards the Lammermuir Hills. One field ploughed and cultivated the other still under stubble.
Road near Sheriff Hall.
Looking south towards the Lammermuir Hills. One field ploughed and cultivated the other still under stubble.
Newly ploughed fields. Evening sun on newly ploughed fields between Brownrig and Waughton. Looking SE towards Waughton.
Newly ploughed fields.
Evening sun on newly ploughed fields between Brownrig and Waughton. Looking SE towards Waughton.
Wet wet wet Between the lochs at Balgone, before going up the Heugh. A few wet days preceded this trip.
Wet wet wet
Between the lochs at Balgone, before going up the Heugh. A few wet days preceded this trip.
East Craig View over East Lothian farmland to East Craig, near North Berwick.
East Craig
View over East Lothian farmland to East Craig, near North Berwick.
North Lodge, Balgone.
North Lodge, Balgone.
Woodland, Leuchie Parkland and woods around Leuchie House take up most of NT5783.
Woodland, Leuchie
Parkland and woods around Leuchie House take up most of NT5783.
Lone beech. Cropped by giraffes?  A single beech at a T-junction near Leuchie.
Lone beech.
Cropped by giraffes? A single beech at a T-junction near Leuchie.
Road to Gleghornie As the snow blows through the bare trees, the road verges are greening up. Winter gives way to Spring, reluctantly as usual.
Road to Gleghornie
As the snow blows through the bare trees, the road verges are greening up. Winter gives way to Spring, reluctantly as usual.
Show me another place!

Craigmoor Wood is located at Grid Ref: NT5781 (Lat: 56.024957, Lng: -2.6905222)

Unitary Authority: East Lothian

Police Authority: The Lothians and Scottish Borders

What 3 Words

///spotty.lunges.transcribes. Near North Berwick, East Lothian

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Located within 500m of 56.024957,-2.6905222
Balgone Airstrip
Aeroway: airstrip
Lat/Long: 56.026295/-2.6962964
Bench
Backrest: no
Direction: SE
Material: wood
Lat/Long: 56.0242053/-2.688297
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