Steelmoor Plantation

Wood, Forest in Roxburghshire

Scotland

Steelmoor Plantation

Field entrance near Pirnie
Field entrance near Pirnie Credit: JThomas

Steelmoor Plantation is a picturesque woodland located in Roxburghshire, Scotland. Spread across a vast area, this forested area is known for its abundant natural beauty and diverse range of plant and animal species.

Covering a total area of approximately 500 acres, Steelmoor Plantation is primarily composed of deciduous trees such as oak, beech, and birch, which give the woodland a lush and vibrant appearance throughout the year. The forest floor is adorned with a rich carpet of mosses, ferns, and wildflowers, adding to its enchanting charm.

The plantation is home to a variety of wildlife, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts and wildlife photographers. Red deer, roe deer, and rabbits are commonly spotted within the woodland, while birdwatchers can delight in the sight of various avian species, including woodpeckers, owls, and thrushes.

Steelmoor Plantation offers several well-maintained walking trails and paths, allowing visitors to explore the woodland at their own pace. These paths wind through the forest, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside and providing an opportunity to connect with nature in a tranquil setting.

The plantation is open to the public throughout the year, attracting both locals and tourists who seek solace in the peaceful surroundings. Whether it's a leisurely stroll, birdwatching, or simply enjoying a picnic amidst the rustling leaves, Steelmoor Plantation offers a rejuvenating experience for all who visit.

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Steelmoor Plantation Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.554555/-2.5716325 or Grid Reference NT6429. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Field entrance near Pirnie
Field entrance near Pirnie
Minor road towards Pirnie
Minor road towards Pirnie
Stubble field, Pirnie Bales still out on the field.
Stubble field, Pirnie
Bales still out on the field.
Minor road, Pirnie On a damp morning in Autumn.
Minor road, Pirnie
On a damp morning in Autumn.
Farm track near Pirnie
Farm track near Pirnie
Grazing near Pirnie
Grazing near Pirnie
Minor road near Pirnie Towards Fairnington.
Minor road near Pirnie
Towards Fairnington.
Ploughed field near Fairnington Towards Major's Plantation.
Ploughed field near Fairnington
Towards Major's Plantation.
Ploughed field near Fairnington Towards distant woodland and the Waterloo Monument on Peniel Heugh.
Ploughed field near Fairnington
Towards distant woodland and the Waterloo Monument on Peniel Heugh.
Minor road Fairnington
Minor road Fairnington
Prepared field and woodland near Fairnington
Prepared field and woodland near Fairnington
Minor beside woodland near Fairnington Towards Muirhouselaw.
Minor beside woodland near Fairnington
Towards Muirhouselaw.
Border Berries at Rutherford Farm Two large fields on the south side of the main farm buildings are used during the summer months as a pick your own fruit farm. The main fruits are strawberries, raspberries, gooseberries, red currants and black currants. On this occasion I was picking strawberries.
Border Berries at Rutherford Farm
Two large fields on the south side of the main farm buildings are used during the summer months as a pick your own fruit farm. The main fruits are strawberries, raspberries, gooseberries, red currants and black currants. On this occasion I was picking strawberries.
A sign for Border Berries Fruit Farm This sign is by the A699 at Broomhouse, 700m before the turn-off for Rutherford Farm where Borders Berries is located. For a view of the fruit farm, see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2515759">NT6430 : Border Berries at Rutherford Farm</a>.
A sign for Border Berries Fruit Farm
This sign is by the A699 at Broomhouse, 700m before the turn-off for Rutherford Farm where Borders Berries is located. For a view of the fruit farm, see NT6430 : Border Berries at Rutherford Farm.
Border Berries A large area on the south side of Rutherford Farm buildings is used during the summer months as a pick your own fruit farm. The main fruits are strawberries, raspberries, gooseberries, red currants, black currants, Tay berries and black berries. Due to an unseasonably cold spring and recent inclement weather some fruits will ripen later than usual but strawberries were ready for picking on my visit.
Border Berries
A large area on the south side of Rutherford Farm buildings is used during the summer months as a pick your own fruit farm. The main fruits are strawberries, raspberries, gooseberries, red currants, black currants, Tay berries and black berries. Due to an unseasonably cold spring and recent inclement weather some fruits will ripen later than usual but strawberries were ready for picking on my visit.
The "Hoot Bridge", Rutherford Overbridge which carried the Kelso Branch over a minor road. There is a sharp left on the other side - hence the owl message <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1988949">NT6430 : Motorists, hoot your horn!</a>.
The "Hoot Bridge", Rutherford
Overbridge which carried the Kelso Branch over a minor road. There is a sharp left on the other side - hence the owl message NT6430 : Motorists, hoot your horn!.
Kelso Branch Railway A track allows farm access to the trackbed which is used as field access here.
Kelso Branch Railway
A track allows farm access to the trackbed which is used as field access here.
Fields and panorama north of A699 Fields with growing crops in foreground. River Tweed located in wooded area in mid-distance.
Fields and panorama north of A699
Fields with growing crops in foreground. River Tweed located in wooded area in mid-distance.
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Steelmoor Plantation is located at Grid Ref: NT6429 (Lat: 55.554555, Lng: -2.5716325)

Unitary Authority: The Scottish Borders

Police Authority: The Lothians and Scottish Borders

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