Footie Wood

Wood, Forest in Aberdeenshire

Scotland

Footie Wood

A980 towards Torphins
A980 towards Torphins Credit: Steven Brown

Footie Wood is a picturesque forest located in Aberdeenshire, Scotland. Spread over a vast area, the wood is known for its natural beauty and diverse flora and fauna. It is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts, hikers, and those seeking tranquility amidst nature.

The wood is characterized by its dense canopy of trees, primarily consisting of native species such as oak, birch, and pine. These trees create a peaceful and serene environment, providing shade and shelter to various wildlife species. Visitors to Footie Wood can expect to encounter a variety of bird species, including woodpeckers, owls, and thrushes, as well as small mammals like squirrels and rabbits.

Several well-maintained trails crisscross the wood, allowing visitors to explore its hidden treasures. These trails offer opportunities for leisurely walks, birdwatching, and photography. The wood also features picnic areas, providing a perfect spot for families to enjoy a day out surrounded by nature.

Footie Wood is easily accessible by car, with ample parking available nearby. The surrounding area offers stunning views of the Aberdeenshire countryside, making it an ideal spot for nature lovers and photography enthusiasts. The wood is open to the public throughout the year, and its changing colors during autumn make it a particularly popular destination during that season.

Overall, Footie Wood is a peaceful haven in Aberdeenshire, offering a chance to immerse oneself in the beauty of nature and escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

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Footie Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.105172/-2.6463758 or Grid Reference NJ6001. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

A980 towards Torphins
A980 towards Torphins
A980 near Torphins
A980 near Torphins
A980 at Torphins
A980 at Torphins
Part of a shelter belt around Kincardine Castle Enclosing the Castle, and the sloping 'meadow' in front of it.
Part of a shelter belt around Kincardine Castle
Enclosing the Castle, and the sloping 'meadow' in front of it.
Approach to Upper Craigton On minor road from Leyton.
Approach to Upper Craigton
On minor road from Leyton.
Stone field boundary with a few trees Near the Leyton road summit. The Roddens resplendent in fruit.
Stone field boundary with a few trees
Near the Leyton road summit. The Roddens resplendent in fruit.
Minor Road near Stranduff On a frosty day.
Minor Road near Stranduff
On a frosty day.
Lane to Stranduff and Tillyneckle From the minor road junction at Stranduff Croft.
Lane to Stranduff and Tillyneckle
From the minor road junction at Stranduff Croft.
Lodge Croft, Stranduff By minor road from Kincardine O'Neil to Sundayswells.
Lodge Croft, Stranduff
By minor road from Kincardine O'Neil to Sundayswells.
Minor road at Straduff Lodge Croft Looking north-eastward.
Minor road at Straduff Lodge Croft
Looking north-eastward.
Wooded track leading to Little Minew Looking westward.
Wooded track leading to Little Minew
Looking westward.
'New England' style autumn foliage At the start of October in NE Scotland.
'New England' style autumn foliage
At the start of October in NE Scotland.
Fruiting crab apple tree October in a Torphins garden.
Fruiting crab apple tree
October in a Torphins garden.
Harvest time near Learney Gownieburn cottage at extreme left.
Harvest time near Learney
Gownieburn cottage at extreme left.
Sundayswells Farm farmyard Access off the minor road from Bogenchapel.
Sundayswells Farm farmyard
Access off the minor road from Bogenchapel.
Balnacraig Recumbent Stone Circle (1) This is one of just four surviving stones of this circle, which had a diameter of 29 metres and originally extended into the adjacent field. See <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://canmore.org.uk/site/18024/balnacraig" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://canmore.org.uk/site/18024/balnacraig">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> for more information. <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4955876">NJ6003 : Balnacraig Recumbent Stone Circle (2)</a>
Balnacraig Recumbent Stone Circle (1)
This is one of just four surviving stones of this circle, which had a diameter of 29 metres and originally extended into the adjacent field. See LinkExternal link for more information. NJ6003 : Balnacraig Recumbent Stone Circle (2)
Balnacraig Recumbent Stone Circle (2) Nearest to the camera is the recumbent, with one of its support stones just visible to its right. Roughly in line with it is the only orthostat still standing upright. All the other stones have been cleared from the fields. See <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://canmore.org.uk/site/18024/balnacraig" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://canmore.org.uk/site/18024/balnacraig">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> for more details. <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4955883">NJ6003 : Balnacraig Recumbent Stone Circle (3)</a>
Balnacraig Recumbent Stone Circle (2)
Nearest to the camera is the recumbent, with one of its support stones just visible to its right. Roughly in line with it is the only orthostat still standing upright. All the other stones have been cleared from the fields. See LinkExternal link for more details. NJ6003 : Balnacraig Recumbent Stone Circle (3)
Balnacraig Recumbent Stone Circle (3) The large stone here is possibly a displaced orthostat. It is surrounded by field cleared boulders. See <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://canmore.org.uk/site/18024/balnacraig" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://canmore.org.uk/site/18024/balnacraig">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> for more details. <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4955887">NJ6003 : Balnacraig Recumbent Stone Circle (4)</a>
Balnacraig Recumbent Stone Circle (3)
The large stone here is possibly a displaced orthostat. It is surrounded by field cleared boulders. See LinkExternal link for more details. NJ6003 : Balnacraig Recumbent Stone Circle (4)
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Footie Wood is located at Grid Ref: NJ6001 (Lat: 57.105172, Lng: -2.6463758)

Unitary Authority: Aberdeenshire

Police Authority: North East

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