Sheilburn Wood

Wood, Forest in Berwickshire

Scotland

Sheilburn Wood

Moorland near Sting Law The scrubby trees in the distance mark the western end of a small, young plantation. The small peak could be the top of Dirrington Great Law <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/NT6954">NT6954</a>.
Moorland near Sting Law Credit: M J Richardson

Sheilburn Wood is a picturesque forest located in Berwickshire, a historic county in the Scottish Borders region of Scotland. Covering an area of approximately 200 acres, the wood is renowned for its natural beauty and diverse range of flora and fauna.

The wood is predominantly composed of native broadleaf species, including oak, birch, and beech trees. These towering trees create a dense canopy that offers a welcome respite from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. In spring, the forest floor is carpeted with a stunning display of bluebells, adding a touch of color to the tranquil surroundings.

Sheilburn Wood is home to a variety of wildlife, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts. Red squirrels, roe deer, and a wide array of bird species can be spotted here. The forest provides an ideal habitat for these creatures, with its abundance of food sources and sheltered areas.

Visitors to Sheilburn Wood can enjoy a network of well-maintained walking trails, providing an opportunity to explore the area at their own pace. The trails wind through the forest, offering breathtaking views and a chance to immerse oneself in nature. There are also picnic areas dotted throughout the wood, providing a perfect spot for a leisurely lunch surrounded by the sights and sounds of the forest.

Sheilburn Wood is easily accessible, with a car park located nearby for convenience. The wood is managed by the local authorities, ensuring its preservation and protection for future generations to enjoy.

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Sheilburn Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.798666/-2.575811 or Grid Reference NT6356. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Moorland near Sting Law The scrubby trees in the distance mark the western end of a small, young plantation. The small peak could be the top of Dirrington Great Law <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/NT6954">NT6954</a>.
Moorland near Sting Law
The scrubby trees in the distance mark the western end of a small, young plantation. The small peak could be the top of Dirrington Great Law NT6954.
Fallago Rig Wind Farm access road Looking back, south, towards Wedderlie. This is at the transition from good grazing to grouse moor.
Fallago Rig Wind Farm access road
Looking back, south, towards Wedderlie. This is at the transition from good grazing to grouse moor.
Sunbeams over Westruther A wildly windy day, verging on 'time to give up', so they were moving very rapidly.
Sunbeams over Westruther
A wildly windy day, verging on 'time to give up', so they were moving very rapidly.
Bridge over Twinlaw Ford A substantial bridge over the Watch Water, to accommodate Fallago Rig Wind Farm construction traffic.
Bridge over Twinlaw Ford
A substantial bridge over the Watch Water, to accommodate Fallago Rig Wind Farm construction traffic.
Footbridge at Twinlaw Ford Crossing the Watch Water. The bridge is on the Southern Upland Way. For earlier images see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6720697">NT6455 : Footbridge from a bridge over a ford?</a> from 2020 and <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/143047">NT6455 : Twinlaw Ford</a> from 2006.
Footbridge at Twinlaw Ford
Crossing the Watch Water. The bridge is on the Southern Upland Way. For earlier images see NT6455 : Footbridge from a bridge over a ford? from 2020 and NT6455 : Twinlaw Ford from 2006.
The Watch Water at Twinlaw Ford Heading towards the Watch Water Reservoir, which is 900m downstream. Note the bank erosion at the sharp bend as the river is turned north by the hill.
The Watch Water at Twinlaw Ford
Heading towards the Watch Water Reservoir, which is 900m downstream. Note the bank erosion at the sharp bend as the river is turned north by the hill.
Woodland at Scarlaw Looking east from the Fallago Rig Wind Farm access road, east of Twinlaw. Watch Water Reservoir can be seen through the trees, and the hill in the right distance is Dirrington Great Law [5.3km].
Woodland at Scarlaw
Looking east from the Fallago Rig Wind Farm access road, east of Twinlaw. Watch Water Reservoir can be seen through the trees, and the hill in the right distance is Dirrington Great Law [5.3km].
The Fallago Rig Wind Farm access road Heading north over the Lammermuir hills just over 320m [>1000feet]. Not the shortest route from 'civilization' but much better for the local communities.
The Fallago Rig Wind Farm access road
Heading north over the Lammermuir hills just over 320m [>1000feet]. Not the shortest route from 'civilization' but much better for the local communities.
Heather Moor, Dunside Hill A Lammermuir Grouse moor, with mixed grass and heather, looking east.
Heather Moor, Dunside Hill
A Lammermuir Grouse moor, with mixed grass and heather, looking east.
Southern Upland Way signpost In the Lammermuir Hills near Twinlaw. Left for Lauder, right to Dye cottage, and the middle one, pointing to and beyond the camera, takes the LDP to Watch Water Reservoir.
Southern Upland Way signpost
In the Lammermuir Hills near Twinlaw. Left for Lauder, right to Dye cottage, and the middle one, pointing to and beyond the camera, takes the LDP to Watch Water Reservoir.
The valley of the Dye Water Looking down from Dunside Hill, from the Fallago Rig Wind Farm access road.
The valley of the Dye Water
Looking down from Dunside Hill, from the Fallago Rig Wind Farm access road.
Footbridge across the Dye Water Looking down from Dunside Hill, from the Fallago Rig Wind Farm access road.
Footbridge across the Dye Water
Looking down from Dunside Hill, from the Fallago Rig Wind Farm access road.
Dunside Wood A small and rather scrappy wood on Dunside Hill and in Wester Stop Cleugh.
Dunside Wood
A small and rather scrappy wood on Dunside Hill and in Wester Stop Cleugh.
Grouse Butt on Dunside Hill One of a series alongside a moorland track in the Lammermuir Hills.
Grouse Butt on Dunside Hill
One of a series alongside a moorland track in the Lammermuir Hills.
Memorial [?] pillar on Dunside Hill Just off the Fallago Rig Wind Farm access road at the col between Dunside Hill and Scar Law. Inscribed J.O.H. 1994, but I have yet to find anything more about it.
Memorial [?] pillar on Dunside Hill
Just off the Fallago Rig Wind Farm access road at the col between Dunside Hill and Scar Law. Inscribed J.O.H. 1994, but I have yet to find anything more about it.
On the Way In this case not only the way to Scarlaw farm but also the Southern Upland Way with the hill of Twin Law in the distance.
On the Way
In this case not only the way to Scarlaw farm but also the Southern Upland Way with the hill of Twin Law in the distance.
On the Way near Scarlaw On the Southern Upland Way just west of Scarlaw looking south. The track behind me comes from Dye Valley and is also the access track for Fallago Rig windfarm.
On the Way near Scarlaw
On the Southern Upland Way just west of Scarlaw looking south. The track behind me comes from Dye Valley and is also the access track for Fallago Rig windfarm.
Leaving Wind Farm Access Track Looking south on the Southern Upland Way just as it is about to head west towards Twin Law and leave the wide wind farm access track. The track heads to Weddelie and Westruther on the B6456.
Leaving Wind Farm Access Track
Looking south on the Southern Upland Way just as it is about to head west towards Twin Law and leave the wide wind farm access track. The track heads to Weddelie and Westruther on the B6456.
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Sheilburn Wood is located at Grid Ref: NT6356 (Lat: 55.798666, Lng: -2.575811)

Unitary Authority: The Scottish Borders

Police Authority: The Lothians and Scottish Borders

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