Baldavie Plantation

Wood, Forest in Banffshire

Scotland

Baldavie Plantation

Curious cattle Near Ordens - coming to see why I was getting out of the car. — Curious cattle Credit: Alan Murray-Rust

Baldavie Plantation is a picturesque woodland located in Banffshire, Scotland. Situated near the village of Tomintoul, the plantation covers a vast area and is known for its scenic beauty and rich biodiversity.

The plantation primarily consists of coniferous trees, including Scots pine and Sitka spruce, which dominate the landscape. The dense forest canopy provides a haven for a wide range of wildlife, including various species of birds, mammals, and insects. Rare and protected species such as red squirrels, capercaillie, and pine martens can also be found within the plantation.

Baldavie Plantation offers an ideal setting for nature enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers. Several well-maintained trails wind their way through the woodland, providing opportunities for hiking, walking, and birdwatching. The tranquil atmosphere and stunning views make it a popular destination for those seeking a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of city life.

The plantation is managed by local authorities, ensuring the preservation of its natural beauty and ecological importance. Conservation efforts are also in place to protect the diverse range of flora and fauna that call Baldavie Plantation home.

Overall, Baldavie Plantation in Banffshire is a remarkable woodland that showcases the beauty of Scotland's natural landscape. With its enchanting forests, abundant wildlife, and recreational opportunities, it is an oasis of tranquility for both locals and tourists alike.

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Baldavie Plantation Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.636302/-2.6309842 or Grid Reference NJ6260. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Curious cattle

Near Ordens - coming to see why I was getting out of the car.

Alan Murray-Rust

Former railway bridge on the road to Baldavie

This was the former Great North of Scotland branch to Banff.

Alan Murray-Rust

Former railway line to Banff

One of the locations where the course of this branch is still evident, the shallow cutting having not been put to the plough.

Alan Murray-Rust

The site of Ordens Halt

The halt was in the whin bottom right and was a very basic halt on the Great North of Scotland Railway's branch to Banff. The line curved away right – indicated by the slightly lighter green of the crop - to run under the A95, the bridge being just visible to the right of the picture. Ordens is the steading in the centre of the view.

Alan Murray-Rust

A view of the A98

Looking over the fields towards the A98

Ralph Greig

RAF Banff strike wing monument

The main inscription reads: "This memorial commemorates the men and women who served with the six multi-national squadrons which formed the Banff strike wing at RAF Banff between September 1944 and May 1945. Under the command of Group Captain the Hon. Max Aitken, the mixed Mosquito and Beaufighter units mounted concentrated attacks on German surface vessels and U-boats in the North Sea and along the Norwegian Coast. Their success in the closing months of World War ll was important in the defeat of Germany and strike wing aircraft operating from the airfield near here inflicted heavy damage on enemy shipping and supply routes. Many thousands of tons of vital iron ore and other supplies were lost to the German forces as a result of rocket and cannon attacks carried out by this gallant strike wing. Losses among the RAF, Commonwealth and Norwegian squadrons were high. More than 80 aircrew gave their lives flying with the RAF Banff strike wing."

Nigel Thompson

Hill of Culbirnie Trig Point Flush Bracket S6201

thejackrustles

Culbirnie or Cowfords?

The map says Cowfords, the sign says Culbirnie. In fact the same road gives access to Culbirnie Parks and Easter Culbirnie as well as to Cowfords. In the background is the Hill of Culbirnie.

Anne Burgess

Cottage at the Corner

The cottage by the side of the minor road from Oldtown is not named on the maps.

Anne Burgess

Cattle Court at Boghead

A large modern building houses a large herd of Holstein Friesian dairy cattle.

Anne Burgess

Upper Blairmaud

The large farm of Upper Blairmaud stands on a ridge which runs north to south across this square, partly hidden from here by the lie of the land. The green in the middle is the bank on one side of the Den of Denniston, a dip eroded by a headwater of the Burn of Boyndie.

Anne Burgess

Looking towards Cairns of Ord

The farm buildings are in the next square, but the stubble field is in this square.

Anne Burgess

Alehouseburn Cottages

The relatively modern cottages stand just off the B9025, on the access road to Alehouseburn Farm. On the skyline is the Boyndie wind farm.

Anne Burgess

Alehouseburn Cottages

The relatively modern cottages stand just off the B9025, on the access road to Alehouseburn Farm, which can be seen to the right. It is in an adjacent square.

Anne Burgess

Oldtown of Ord

Des Colhoun

Quarry Croft in the distance

Des Colhoun

Woodland at Lochagan

A small patch of young mixed woodland. A pile of stones removed from the field in the foreground seems to be of smaller pebbles than are normally extracted.

John Allan