Bridle Strip

Wood, Forest in Roxburghshire

Scotland

Bridle Strip

Small Reservoir Compound with Triangulation Pillar at Dolphinston Looking southward. — Small Reservoir Compound with Triangulation Pillar at Dolphinston Credit: Peter Wood

Bridle Strip, located in Roxburghshire, is a serene and picturesque wood situated in the heart of the Scottish Borders region. This enchanting forest covers a vast area and is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers alike.

The wood is characterized by its dense foliage, consisting of a variety of native tree species such as oak, birch, and pine. The towering trees create a canopy that provides shade and shelter for an abundance of flora and fauna that call this forest home. Walking through Bridle Strip, visitors can admire the vibrant colors of wildflowers, ferns, and mosses that carpet the forest floor.

Tranquility is one of the defining features of this woodland, making it an ideal spot for a leisurely stroll or a peaceful picnic. The sound of birdsong fills the air, and if lucky, visitors may catch a glimpse of some of the woodland creatures that inhabit the area, including red squirrels, roe deer, and various bird species. The wood is also home to a diverse array of insects, adding to the ecosystem's richness.

In addition to its natural beauty, Bridle Strip offers a network of well-maintained trails, making it a perfect destination for hikers, cyclists, and horseback riders. These paths wind their way through the forest, providing stunning views of the surrounding landscape.

Bridle Strip, Roxburghshire, truly offers an immersive experience in nature, allowing visitors to disconnect from the hustle and bustle of everyday life and reconnect with the tranquility of the woodlands.

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Bridle Strip Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.427653/-2.514462 or Grid Reference NT6714. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Small Reservoir Compound with Triangulation Pillar at Dolphinston

Looking southward.

Peter Wood

Track beside the Shaw Burn

A track passes a somewhat overgrown looking pumping station building.

Richard Webb

River cliff by Jed Water

From Jed Water Caravan Park.

Hugh Venables

Broad open ridge with prime grazing above Mervinslaw, Jedburgh

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Entering Camptown

Anthony Parkes

Tree house near to Old Jeddart

The tree house is close to the buildings at Old Jeddart which are seen in the distance.

Trevor Littlewood

Young trees, Birkenside

Much of the plantation has been replanted in recent years. The path network shown by the Ordnance Survey has gone, many of the tracks shown no longer exist.

Richard Webb

Path, Birkenside

A good, well used path through young trees. The mapped path network no longer exists.

Richard Webb

Path, Birkenside

Running along the ridge line. The path network shown by the Ordnance Survey is from before the felling of most of the woodland. The new plantings have a different set of tracks.

Richard Webb