Stell Plantation

Wood, Forest in Berwickshire

Scotland

Stell Plantation

Flight pool One of a pair recently dug to attract ducks. They were populated with mallard and teal on this occasion. The former conifer wood on the site was felled and replanted. — Flight pool Credit: Richard Webb

Stell Plantation is a picturesque woodland located in Berwickshire, Scotland. Nestled amidst the rolling hills and lush greenery, it is a haven for nature enthusiasts and those seeking tranquility in a serene setting. Covering an area of approximately 200 acres, the plantation is primarily composed of native broadleaf trees such as oak, birch, and beech, creating a diverse and thriving ecosystem.

The woodland is crisscrossed by a network of well-maintained trails, making it easily accessible for visitors of all ages and abilities. These paths offer stunning views of the surrounding countryside and provide opportunities for walking, jogging, or simply admiring the natural beauty that abounds in the area. The plantation is also home to a variety of wildlife, including deer, foxes, and a multitude of bird species, making it a popular spot for birdwatching and wildlife photography.

Stell Plantation is not only a haven for flora and fauna, but it also has historical significance. The woodland has been carefully managed for centuries, with evidence of human activity dating back to the medieval period. It was once part of a larger estate and has been a working plantation for timber production, providing a sustainable source of wood for local industries.

Today, Stell Plantation continues to be cherished and protected by the local community and conservation organizations. Its natural beauty, rich biodiversity, and historical importance combine to make it a truly special place that offers a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of modern life.

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Stell Plantation Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.724713/-2.591964 or Grid Reference NT6248. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Flight pool

One of a pair recently dug to attract ducks. They were populated with mallard and teal on this occasion. The former conifer wood on the site was felled and replanted.

Richard Webb

Hare Law

A tree topped hill with grazing sheep. There are many electric fences here which suggests that cattle are also grazed here.

Richard Webb

Approaching warm front

Heralding the next lot of rain and probably unpleasantly mild weather, The Cheviot NT9020 : The Cheviot trig point is streaming cloud. An hour early the sky was almost cloudless and the earth frostbound. Now temperatures are rising, the sky going from milky to cloudy and cloud is condensing where air is forced to rise by the 800m high hill. Hume Castle NT7041 : Hume Castle is silhouetted against one of the distant hills.

Richard Webb

Houndslow Strip

A big strip wood in a landscape of strip woods. It runs beside the A697.

Richard Webb

Stubble

Arable land south of the Lammermuir Hills.

Richard Webb

Gates, Hyndberry

Gates and a track over Hare Law south of Westruther. It is signposted as a path from the A697 and is part of a route from Gordon to Westruther.

Richard Webb

Gate latch

This kind of latch has a cunningly curved hook which makes fastening the gate very easy. A clip prevents accidental opening.

Richard Webb

B6456 through Thornydykes

Thornydykes is a hamlet southwest of Westruther on the B6456.

Barbara Carr

Minor road near Houndslow

Steven Brown

Road junction at Houndslow

Steven Brown

Minor road near Broomiebank

Steven Brown

Minor road at Westruther

Steven Brown

B6456 near Westruther

Steven Brown

B6456 near Thornydykes

Steven Brown

B6456 near Thornydykes

Steven Brown

The organ at Westruther Kirk

Situated in the former Laird's Loft. The origins of the Westruther church lies in the mid 17th. century when the original church was built just yards to the north of the present kirk. The wonderful ruins of the old church, which contains the Spottiswoode Aisle, are presently fenced off because of safety issues. Though the parish was raised with the old church, there is evidence of much worship in the area especially at Bassendean where the remains of an ancient chapel still exist. From : The Village Kirks of the Borders of Scotland.

James Denham