Croft-thorn Wood

Wood, Forest in Kincardineshire

Scotland

Croft-thorn Wood

Scolty Monument and Trig Point
Scolty Monument and Trig Point Credit: thejackrustles

Croft-thorn Wood is a picturesque woodland located in Kincardineshire, a historic county in northeast Scotland. Spanning over a considerable area, the wood is nestled amidst the stunning natural landscape of the region, characterized by rolling hills, lush green fields, and serene rivers.

As one ventures into Croft-thorn Wood, they are greeted by a diverse range of native trees, including majestic oak, birch, and beech trees, creating a dense canopy overhead. The wood's floor is adorned with a vibrant carpet of mosses, ferns, and wildflowers, adding to its enchanting beauty.

The wood is home to an abundance of wildlife, making it a popular spot for nature enthusiasts and birdwatchers. Visitors may catch a glimpse of roe deer, foxes, badgers, and various species of birds, such as woodpeckers, owls, and songbirds.

A network of well-maintained trails meanders through Croft-thorn Wood, providing visitors with the opportunity to explore its natural wonders. These trails offer a perfect setting for leisurely walks, jogging, or cycling, allowing individuals to immerse themselves in the tranquility of the woodland.

Croft-thorn Wood is not only a haven for nature lovers but also serves as an important ecological site. The wood provides a valuable habitat for numerous plant and animal species, contributing to the overall biodiversity of the region.

Whether one seeks solace in nature, wishes to indulge in outdoor activities, or simply desires to appreciate the beauty of a pristine woodland, Croft-thorn Wood offers a serene and captivating experience for all who visit.

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Croft-thorn Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.031476/-2.5289614 or Grid Reference NO6793. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Scolty Monument and Trig Point
Scolty Monument and Trig Point
Birchwood, Blackness
Birchwood, Blackness
Craig of Affrusk Wood A well forested bit of Highland Kincardineshire.
Craig of Affrusk Wood
A well forested bit of Highland Kincardineshire.
Woodland below Scolty Deciduous woodland beside the road to the Forestry Commission car park. This is not Forestry Commission woodland according to the purple muck on the Ordnance Survey map - that is nearly all conifers.
Woodland below Scolty
Deciduous woodland beside the road to the Forestry Commission car park. This is not Forestry Commission woodland according to the purple muck on the Ordnance Survey map - that is nearly all conifers.
Forestry Commission car park, Scolty A few folk about this evening, dog walking, running and mountain biking.
Forestry Commission car park, Scolty
A few folk about this evening, dog walking, running and mountain biking.
Road, Scolty Logging road, in use this evening. A lorry had just passed me.
Road, Scolty
Logging road, in use this evening. A lorry had just passed me.
Mature conifers, Scolty Goauch Wood, known to the orienteering community as Scolty. Often used and has hosted some big events.  Part of the huge Blackhall Forest
Mature conifers, Scolty
Goauch Wood, known to the orienteering community as Scolty. Often used and has hosted some big events. Part of the huge Blackhall Forest
Runnable woodland, Scolty Goauch Wood.
Runnable woodland, Scolty
Goauch Wood.
Goauch Wood On Grampian Orienteers' Scolty map.  Some fine runnable woodland here.
Goauch Wood
On Grampian Orienteers' Scolty map. Some fine runnable woodland here.
Beechgrove by the B974 The rain puddle heralds an end to a record long dry summer spell for NE Scotland.
Beechgrove by the B974
The rain puddle heralds an end to a record long dry summer spell for NE Scotland.
Blair Inver Cottage by B974.
Blair Inver
Cottage by B974.
Water trough, in memory of a local Boer War soldier d.1900 At a high point on the B974, between Banchory and Strachan. The wood on the skyline is on the southern flank of Scolty Hill.
Water trough, in memory of a local Boer War soldier d.1900
At a high point on the B974, between Banchory and Strachan. The wood on the skyline is on the southern flank of Scolty Hill.
Welcome to Strachan On the B974 from Banchory; cemetery and village hall on right.
Welcome to Strachan
On the B974 from Banchory; cemetery and village hall on right.
Gated entrance to Strachan cemetery Adjacent to the village hall.
Gated entrance to Strachan cemetery
Adjacent to the village hall.
Gateside Farm, Strachan Elevated slurry tank by B974.
Gateside Farm, Strachan
Elevated slurry tank by B974.
Road Junction sign in Strachan B974 Fettercairn/B976 Aboyne.
Road Junction sign in Strachan
B974 Fettercairn/B976 Aboyne.
Bowbutts Row For Sale notice, Strachan Building Plot on offer; off Bowbutts Brae at its junction with B974.
Bowbutts Row For Sale notice, Strachan
Building Plot on offer; off Bowbutts Brae at its junction with B974.
Former Free Church, Strachan Converted to a 2-storey residence in 2000
(see <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.scottishchurches.org.uk/sites/site/id/1494/image/8830/name" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.scottishchurches.org.uk/sites/site/id/1494/image/8830/name">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>
/Former+Free+Church%2C+Strachan+Strachan+Grampian) 
Parked cars suggest some current inhabitants.
Former Free Church, Strachan
Converted to a 2-storey residence in 2000 (see LinkExternal link /Former+Free+Church%2C+Strachan+Strachan+Grampian) Parked cars suggest some current inhabitants.
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Croft-thorn Wood is located at Grid Ref: NO6793 (Lat: 57.031476, Lng: -2.5289614)

Unitary Authority: Aberdeenshire

Police Authority: North East

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Located within 500m of 57.031476,-2.5289614
Scolty Hill
Ele: 299
Natural: peak
Source: survey
Wikidata: Q7434320
Wikipedia: en:Scolty Hill
Lat/Long: 57.0354846/-2.5310429
General Burnett Memorial Tower
Height: 15
Historic: monument
Tower Type: observation
Lat/Long: 57.0355077/-2.5308901
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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