Bachlaw Wood

Wood, Forest in Banffshire

Scotland

Bachlaw Wood

Snowdrops At this time of year the woods at Duff House are covered with millions of snowdrops. — Snowdrops Credit: Anne Burgess

Bachlaw Wood is a picturesque woodland located in Banffshire, a historic county in Scotland. This enchanting forest covers an area of approximately 100 hectares and is nestled within the rural landscape, providing a haven for nature enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers alike.

The wood is primarily composed of a mix of broadleaf and coniferous trees, creating a diverse and vibrant ecosystem. Towering oak and beech trees dominate the canopy, while Scots pine and spruce offer a contrasting evergreen presence. Throughout the forest floor, one can find a rich tapestry of ferns, mosses, and wildflowers, adding to the wood's natural beauty.

Bachlaw Wood is an important habitat for a variety of wildlife species. Visitors may spot red squirrels, roe deer, and a wide array of birdlife, including woodpeckers, owls, and songbirds. The tranquil setting of the woodland creates a perfect environment for these creatures to thrive.

The wood offers several well-maintained trails that meander through its lush surroundings, allowing visitors to explore its wonders on foot. These paths are suitable for all ages and fitness levels, catering to both leisurely walkers and more adventurous hikers. The wood also features picnic areas and benches, offering visitors the opportunity to relax and enjoy the peaceful ambiance.

Bachlaw Wood is a cherished natural gem within Banffshire, attracting locals and tourists alike. Its serene atmosphere, diverse flora, and abundant wildlife make it an ideal destination for those seeking an escape into nature's embrace.

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Snowdrops At this time of year the woods at Duff House are covered with millions of snowdrops.

Snowdrops

At this time of year the woods at Duff House are covered with millions of snowdrops.

Duff House Snowdrops Some of the millions of snowdrops that carpet the Duff House woods in February and March.

Duff House Snowdrops

Some of the millions of snowdrops that carpet the Duff House woods in February and March.

Robin (Erithacus rubecula) Unfortunately the Robin flew off before I was able to get a shot with its right foot in it.

Robin (Erithacus rubecula)

Unfortunately the Robin flew off before I was able to get a shot with its right foot in it.

Abraham, Isaac and Jacob (Trachystemon oriENtalis) This alien is quite scarce in Scotland, and the ones here have probably escaped from a garden and established themselves in Duff House Woods.

Abraham, Isaac and Jacob (Trachystemon oriENtalis)

This alien is quite scarce in Scotland, and the ones here have probably escaped from a garden and established themselves in Duff House Woods.

Montcoffer House The house was renovated in about 1774 and was the residence of Lord Braco&#039;s factor William Rose. It was extended in 1880, and the house, its gates and garden walls, three game larders and a nearby doocot, are all Category B Listed. See <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/LB6649," rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/LB6649,">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/LB6650" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/LB6650">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> and <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/LB2896" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/LB2896">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> for details.

Montcoffer House

The house was renovated in about 1774 and was the residence of Lord Braco's factor William Rose. It was extended in 1880, and the house, its gates and garden walls, three game larders and a nearby doocot, are all Category B Listed. See Link

and Link

for details.

Barn at Mains of Montcoffer Compare this with <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/685914">NJ6961 : Barn at Mains of Montcoffer</a>, taken 14 years earlier.

Barn at Mains of Montcoffer

Compare this with NJ6961 : Barn at Mains of Montcoffer, taken 14 years earlier.

Inchdrewer Castle Up the approach road towards the Remains of the castle

Inchdrewer Castle

Up the approach road towards the Remains of the castle

Shattered Bark One of the many mature trees in the grounds of Duff House. I think it&#039;s an elm but I&#039;ll have to come back and check when it has leaves.

Shattered Bark

One of the many mature trees in the grounds of Duff House. I think it's an elm but I'll have to come back and check when it has leaves.

Cottages at Montcoffer The most distant building, with bellcote, is part of steading and is Category C Listed. See <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/LB6651" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/LB6651">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> for details.

Cottages at Montcoffer

The most distant building, with bellcote, is part of steading and is Category C Listed. See Link

for details.

Mains of Montcoffer What looks like a solitary gatepost has apparently survived the removal of most of the original steading at Mains of Montcoffer.

Mains of Montcoffer

What looks like a solitary gatepost has apparently survived the removal of most of the original steading at Mains of Montcoffer.

Snowdrops (Galanthus nivalis) One of the features of the woods south of Banff is the &#039;Snowdrop Walk&#039;. The ground beside the lower path through the woods is carpeted by acres of snowdrops, of which this is just as small sample.

Snowdrops (Galanthus nivalis)

One of the features of the woods south of Banff is the 'Snowdrop Walk'. The ground beside the lower path through the woods is carpeted by acres of snowdrops, of which this is just as small sample.

Snowdrops (Galanthus nivalis) Just one clump of the millions of snowdrops carpeting the woods here. Snowdrops are not native, and to achieve such a vast area of them must have required an amazing amount of workplanting them.

Snowdrops (Galanthus nivalis)

Just one clump of the millions of snowdrops carpeting the woods here. Snowdrops are not native, and to achieve such a vast area of them must have required an amazing amount of workplanting them.

Choice of Routes The path to the right, past the roots of the fallen tree, leads up to the ice house and the track, while the left-hand path continues at low level through the woods to the mausoleum.

Choice of Routes

The path to the right, past the roots of the fallen tree, leads up to the ice house and the track, while the left-hand path continues at low level through the woods to the mausoleum.

River Deveron This is not in fact the main channel, but a minor channel that cuts off the Scory Islands, on the left, from the riverbank. It was in spate today, thanks to melting snow upstream.

River Deveron

This is not in fact the main channel, but a minor channel that cuts off the Scory Islands, on the left, from the riverbank. It was in spate today, thanks to melting snow upstream.

Winter Aconites Most of the woodland is carpeted with Snowdrops, but for some reason this part has been planted with Winter Aconites instead.

Winter Aconites

Most of the woodland is carpeted with Snowdrops, but for some reason this part has been planted with Winter Aconites instead.

Winter Aconites (Eranthus hyemalis) A close-up of some of the swathe of Winter Aconites near the Duff House Mausoleum.

Winter Aconites (Eranthus hyemalis)

A close-up of some of the swathe of Winter Aconites near the Duff House Mausoleum.

Duff House Mausoleum The mausoleum was built in 1790 for the second Earl of Fife, to accommodate the remains of his family. I have seen it hinted at that he included some people he thought ought to be related to him, without any definite evidence that they were related. I wish the estate would undertake a little careful clearing of the trees that are getting too close to the building.

Duff House Mausoleum

The mausoleum was built in 1790 for the second Earl of Fife, to accommodate the remains of his family. I have seen it hinted at that he included some people he thought ought to be related to him, without any definite evidence that they were related. I wish the estate would undertake a little careful clearing of the trees that are getting too close to the building.

Woodland with Snowdrops Some of the acres of snowdrops in the woods near Duff House.

Woodland with Snowdrops

Some of the acres of snowdrops in the woods near Duff House.

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Bachlaw Wood is located at Grid Ref: NJ6761 (Lat: 57.645573, Lng: -2.5521905)

Unitary Authority: Aberdeenshire

Police Authority: North East

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