Lightfield Strip

Wood, Forest in Berwickshire

Scotland

Lightfield Strip

Information Board at Greenknowe Tower Including reference to Walter Pringle, a Covenanter.
Information Board at Greenknowe Tower Credit: Becky Williamson

Lightfield Strip, located in Berwickshire, is a picturesque wood and forest area that offers a serene and captivating experience for nature enthusiasts. Situated in the southern part of Scotland, this enchanting landscape covers a vast expanse of approximately 500 acres.

The woodlands of Lightfield Strip are characterized by their diverse range of trees, including oak, birch, ash, and beech, creating a lush and verdant atmosphere throughout the year. The forest floor is adorned with a vibrant array of wildflowers and ferns, adding to the natural beauty of the surroundings.

The area is renowned for its exceptional biodiversity, with a rich variety of flora and fauna. Visitors can spot numerous species of birds, such as woodpeckers, owls, and various songbirds, making it a haven for birdwatching enthusiasts. The forest is also home to mammals like deer, foxes, and squirrels, which can be observed in their natural habitat.

Lightfield Strip offers a network of well-maintained walking trails that wind through the woods, allowing visitors to explore the area at their own pace. These trails cater to various skill levels, from easy strolls to more challenging hikes. Along the way, hikers can revel in the tranquil ambiance, breathe in the fresh air, and revel in the captivating natural surroundings.

In addition to its natural wonders, Lightfield Strip also boasts a rich cultural heritage. Ruins of an ancient castle can be found within the forest, providing glimpses into the area's history and captivating the imagination of visitors.

Overall, Lightfield Strip in Berwickshire is a captivating destination for nature lovers, offering a harmonious blend of scenic beauty, biodiversity, and cultural significance.

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Lightfield Strip Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.669999/-2.579436 or Grid Reference NT6341. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Information Board at Greenknowe Tower Including reference to Walter Pringle, a Covenanter.
Information Board at Greenknowe Tower
Including reference to Walter Pringle, a Covenanter.
The east section of the nave at Gordon, St. Michael's in Berwickshire. The door on the left is the entrance below the great stained glass windows. A mighty organ and its pipes, formerly in Prestonkirk Church dominates the area.
The east section of the nave at Gordon, St. Michael's in Berwickshire.
The door on the left is the entrance below the great stained glass windows. A mighty organ and its pipes, formerly in Prestonkirk Church dominates the area.
Gordon Moss The course of the Berwickshire Railway across the bogs of Gordon Moss.
Gordon Moss
The course of the Berwickshire Railway across the bogs of Gordon Moss.
Bales near Huntlywood Newly baled straw.
Bales near Huntlywood
Newly baled straw.
Nether Huntlywood Oilseed rape stubble with a view through to Black Hill and the distant Eildon Hills.
Nether Huntlywood
Oilseed rape stubble with a view through to Black Hill and the distant Eildon Hills.
Oilseed rape stubble, Nether Huntlywood View over wetland towards Fans Hill.
Oilseed rape stubble, Nether Huntlywood
View over wetland towards Fans Hill.
Historic Scotland sign, Greenknowe Tower
Historic Scotland sign, Greenknowe Tower
Murrayfield, Gordon A village street viewed from the junction with the A6089.
Murrayfield, Gordon
A village street viewed from the junction with the A6089.
A woodland edge at Fans
A woodland edge at Fans
A field edge at Fans Hill Badger tracks were imprinted in the soil along the edge of this field of winter crops at Fans Hill. The rich red soil in this area comes from a layer of old red sandstone. For a close up view of the badger tracks, see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2758923">NT6340 : Badger tracks at Fans Hill</a>.
A field edge at Fans Hill
Badger tracks were imprinted in the soil along the edge of this field of winter crops at Fans Hill. The rich red soil in this area comes from a layer of old red sandstone. For a close up view of the badger tracks, see NT6340 : Badger tracks at Fans Hill.
Badger tracks at Fans Hill A line of badger footprints ran along a field edge on the northeast side of the hill. For a view of the field edge, see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2758915">NT6340 : A field edge at Fans Hill</a>. The rich red soil in this area comes from a layer of old red sandstone.
Badger tracks at Fans Hill
A line of badger footprints ran along a field edge on the northeast side of the hill. For a view of the field edge, see NT6340 : A field edge at Fans Hill. The rich red soil in this area comes from a layer of old red sandstone.
An arable field at Fans Hill
An arable field at Fans Hill
Earthbank, Greenknowe A built up mound of red earth in a woodland near Greenhowe Tower.
Earthbank, Greenknowe
A built up mound of red earth in a woodland near Greenhowe Tower.
Main Street, Gordon A6105, Greenlaw to Earlston Road.
Main Street, Gordon
A6105, Greenlaw to Earlston Road.
The A6105 through Gordon A burst of late afternoon sunshine against a dark sky has highlighted the former Old Free Church at the east end of the village. The church was built in 1843 and a clock tower and bell-turret was added in 1893. The building has been converted into a dwelling house.
The A6105 through Gordon
A burst of late afternoon sunshine against a dark sky has highlighted the former Old Free Church at the east end of the village. The church was built in 1843 and a clock tower and bell-turret was added in 1893. The building has been converted into a dwelling house.
Greenknowe Tower To the west of the village of Gordon.
Greenknowe Tower
To the west of the village of Gordon.
Arable land near Huntlywood
Arable land near Huntlywood
Barn east of Huntlywood The hill in the left background is Knock Hill, which is one of those doubly-named places, 'cnoc' being Scots Gaelic for 'hill'. (Torpenhow in the Lake District <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/NY2039">NY2039</a> is possibly a triply-named place - Hill (Old English) + hill (Welsh) + hill (Danish)!)
Barn east of Huntlywood
The hill in the left background is Knock Hill, which is one of those doubly-named places, 'cnoc' being Scots Gaelic for 'hill'. (Torpenhow in the Lake District NY2039 is possibly a triply-named place - Hill (Old English) + hill (Welsh) + hill (Danish)!)
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Lightfield Strip is located at Grid Ref: NT6341 (Lat: 55.669999, Lng: -2.579436)

Unitary Authority: The Scottish Borders

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