Moss of Reid Plantation

Wood, Forest in Banffshire

Scotland

Moss of Reid Plantation

Canterbury House A new build by Canterbury Wood, off B9022.
Canterbury House Credit: Stanley Howe

Moss of Reid Plantation is a picturesque woodland located in Banffshire, Scotland. Spread over a vast area, this woodland is a haven for nature enthusiasts and offers a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of urban life.

The plantation is predominantly composed of a variety of moss species, which thrive in the damp and shaded environment. These mosses create a lush green carpet that covers the forest floor, giving the woodland its unique character. The mosses also contribute to the overall health of the ecosystem, providing a habitat for insects, small mammals, and numerous bird species.

The tree canopy in Moss of Reid Plantation consists mainly of native species such as oak, birch, and pine. These tall and majestic trees provide shade and shelter, creating a cool and serene atmosphere within the woodland. The diverse range of tree species also supports a rich variety of wildlife, including deer, squirrels, and a multitude of bird species.

Visitors to Moss of Reid Plantation can enjoy a leisurely walk through the winding trails, taking in the sights and sounds of nature. The woodland is particularly enchanting during the spring and summer months when the mosses are at their lushest and the trees are adorned with vibrant green leaves.

Managed by local authorities, Moss of Reid Plantation is also a designated nature reserve, ensuring the preservation and conservation of its unique flora and fauna. The woodland offers a peaceful retreat for nature lovers, providing an opportunity to reconnect with the natural world and appreciate the beauty of Scotland's woodlands.

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Moss of Reid Plantation Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.635432/-2.7088136 or Grid Reference NJ5760. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Canterbury House A new build by Canterbury Wood, off B9022.
Canterbury House
A new build by Canterbury Wood, off B9022.
Access to Canterbury House A new build off B9022 near Canterbury Wood.
Access to Canterbury House
A new build off B9022 near Canterbury Wood.
B9023 near Brodiesord
B9023 near Brodiesord
Minor road near Brodiesord
Minor road near Brodiesord
Canterbury Wood's Access One of the access points to this small woodland.
Canterbury Wood's Access
One of the access points to this small woodland.
Back roads of Aberdeenshire A quiet road through a woodland
Back roads of Aberdeenshire
A quiet road through a woodland
New woodland on the B9022 A new(ish) plantation on the B9022
New woodland on the B9022
A new(ish) plantation on the B9022
Canterbury Woods An access point to this small woodland
Canterbury Woods
An access point to this small woodland
Brodiesord Schoolhouse, Cornhill, Banff Brodiesord Schoolhouse, Cornhill
Brodiesord Schoolhouse, Cornhill, Banff
Brodiesord Schoolhouse, Cornhill
Bunker Hill Trig Point Flush Bracket S7180
Bunker Hill Trig Point Flush Bracket S7180
Site of railway, Milton of Tillynaught – 1 View looking east from the road bridge. This was the coastal loop line of the Great North of Scotland Railway from Grange Junction via Portsoy to Elgin. The existence of the railway is even less obvious than it was in 2010 <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1997908" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1997908">Link</a>
Site of railway, Milton of Tillynaught – 1
View looking east from the road bridge. This was the coastal loop line of the Great North of Scotland Railway from Grange Junction via Portsoy to Elgin. The existence of the railway is even less obvious than it was in 2010 Link
Site of railway, Milton of Tillynaught – 2 View looking west from the road bridge. This was the coastal loop line of the Great North of Scotland Railway from Grange Junction via Portsoy to Elgin. In this direction all trace of the railway has disappeared as it has been returned to agricultural use, significantly so since the same view in 2010 <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1997913" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1997913">Link</a> .
Site of railway, Milton of Tillynaught – 2
View looking west from the road bridge. This was the coastal loop line of the Great North of Scotland Railway from Grange Junction via Portsoy to Elgin. In this direction all trace of the railway has disappeared as it has been returned to agricultural use, significantly so since the same view in 2010 Link .
Highway Signs at 9022 and 9023
Highway Signs at 9022 and 9023
New House near Canterbury Bridge Large attractive new house which is nearly complete.
New House near Canterbury Bridge
Large attractive new house which is nearly complete.
Newmills of Boyne The farm is situated near the Portsoy road not far from Cornhill.
Newmills of Boyne
The farm is situated near the Portsoy road not far from Cornhill.
Newtonbury This farm is ruinous, though it looks as if it has only recently fenced off. It is very close to the road so would be ripe for renovation. I am puzzled why someone has put a new metal gate beside the ditch which separates the field from the road?
Newtonbury
This farm is ruinous, though it looks as if it has only recently fenced off. It is very close to the road so would be ripe for renovation. I am puzzled why someone has put a new metal gate beside the ditch which separates the field from the road?
Newmills of Boyne The farm sits well above the burn where the B9023 crosses it.
Newmills of Boyne
The farm sits well above the burn where the B9023 crosses it.
Brackenhills The steading seen from the road which gives access beyond the steading to a public footpath to Cornhill.
Brackenhills
The steading seen from the road which gives access beyond the steading to a public footpath to Cornhill.
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Moss of Reid Plantation is located at Grid Ref: NJ5760 (Lat: 57.635432, Lng: -2.7088136)

Unitary Authority: Aberdeenshire

Police Authority: North East

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