Mains Strip

Wood, Forest in Roxburghshire

Scotland

Mains Strip

Crop field near Rutherford Burnside Towards Hardie's Burn Strip woodland.
Crop field near Rutherford Burnside Credit: JThomas

Mains Strip in Roxburghshire, Scotland is a picturesque woodland area located in the heart of the Scottish Borders. Covering an expansive area, Mains Strip is known for its dense forest and beautiful woodlands, offering visitors a serene and tranquil environment to explore.

The woodland is predominantly made up of a variety of trees, including oak, beech, and pine, creating a rich and diverse ecosystem. The forest floor is carpeted with a lush undergrowth of ferns, mosses, and wildflowers, adding to the area's natural beauty. The woodlands are home to a wide range of wildlife, including deer, red squirrels, and various bird species, making it a popular spot for nature enthusiasts and birdwatchers.

Mains Strip is crisscrossed with a network of walking trails and paths, allowing visitors to easily explore the woods and take in the breathtaking scenery. The trails range in difficulty, catering to both casual strollers and more experienced hikers. Along the way, there are several viewpoints and picnic areas where visitors can rest and appreciate the stunning views.

The woodland is managed by the local forestry commission, ensuring its preservation and conservation for future generations. The commission also organizes various educational programs and events to promote awareness and understanding of the local ecosystem.

Mains Strip, Roxburghshire is a hidden gem for nature lovers, offering a peaceful retreat where visitors can immerse themselves in the beauty of Scotland's woodlands.

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Mains Strip Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.568049/-2.554449 or Grid Reference NT6530. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Crop field near Rutherford Burnside Towards Hardie's Burn Strip woodland.
Crop field near Rutherford Burnside
Towards Hardie's Burn Strip woodland.
Minor road near Rutherford Burnside Towards Pirnie.
Minor road near Rutherford Burnside
Towards Pirnie.
Field entrance near Pirnie
Field entrance near Pirnie
Minor road towards Pirnie
Minor road towards Pirnie
Minor road, Pirnie On a damp morning in Autumn.
Minor road, Pirnie
On a damp morning in Autumn.
Arable land, Rutherford Burnside Several fields here have recently accumulated piles of stones. This suggests a recent switch to arable use.
Arable land, Rutherford Burnside
Several fields here have recently accumulated piles of stones. This suggests a recent switch to arable use.
Rutherford Burnside Newly emerging cereal crop in dry conditions.
Rutherford Burnside
Newly emerging cereal crop in dry conditions.
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.
Tweed flood plain near Rutherford Grassland beside the Tweed.
Tweed flood plain near Rutherford
Grassland beside the Tweed.
Fishermans Hut This refuge for fisherfolk sits on the banks of the River Tweed downstream from the Mertoun House Estate. The white birds are mute swans.
Fishermans Hut
This refuge for fisherfolk sits on the banks of the River Tweed downstream from the Mertoun House Estate. The white birds are mute swans.
'In Isolation' This fine specimen of a Beech Tree stands close to the River Tweed near Dalcove Braes.
'In Isolation'
This fine specimen of a Beech Tree stands close to the River Tweed near Dalcove Braes.
The Weir at Rutherford Lodge Crossing the Tweed from bank to bank this weir may well be the longest on the river. In spate conditions it's certainly one of the noisiest.
The Weir at Rutherford Lodge
Crossing the Tweed from bank to bank this weir may well be the longest on the river. In spate conditions it's certainly one of the noisiest.
'Footpaths End' This footpath near Corbie Craigs by the River Tweed suddenly ends,needing one to detour somewhat. Unless of course you can walk on water.
'Footpaths End'
This footpath near Corbie Craigs by the River Tweed suddenly ends,needing one to detour somewhat. Unless of course you can walk on water.
Looking over the farming lands at Dalcove in the Scottish Borders With the majestic River Tweed beyond.
Looking over the farming lands at Dalcove in the Scottish Borders
With the majestic River Tweed beyond.
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Mains Strip is located at Grid Ref: NT6530 (Lat: 55.568049, Lng: -2.554449)

Unitary Authority: The Scottish Borders

Police Authority: The Lothians and Scottish Borders

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