Scotland Wood

Wood, Forest in Kincardineshire

Scotland

Scotland Wood

Fields north of Banchory, towards Lochend of Leys
Fields north of Banchory, towards Lochend of Leys Credit: Mike Pennington

Scotland Wood is a picturesque forest located in Kincardineshire, Scotland. With its stunning natural beauty and rich biodiversity, it attracts visitors from near and far. The wood covers an area of approximately 100 acres, providing ample space for exploration and enjoyment.

The forest boasts an impressive variety of tree species, including native oaks, beeches, and birches. These majestic trees create a dense and vibrant canopy, offering shade and shelter for the diverse wildlife that calls Scotland Wood home. Visitors can expect to encounter a range of animals such as red squirrels, roe deer, and various bird species.

Traversing through the wood, visitors can follow well-maintained paths that wind their way through the forest, providing excellent opportunities for walking, hiking, and nature observation. The paths take visitors on a journey through different sections of the wood, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside and glimpses of the nearby North Sea.

Scotland Wood also holds historical significance. The forest is believed to have been part of a larger ancient woodland that covered the area centuries ago. Today, remnants of this ancient forest can still be found, adding an air of mystery and enchantment to the wood.

The wood is easily accessible, with nearby parking facilities and clear signposts guiding visitors to the entrance. There are also picnic areas and benches scattered throughout the forest, allowing visitors to relax and immerse themselves in the tranquility of their surroundings.

Overall, Scotland Wood is a true gem of Kincardineshire, offering a serene and enchanting escape for nature lovers and history enthusiasts alike.

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Scotland Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.075033/-2.5188764 or Grid Reference NO6898. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Fields north of Banchory, towards Lochend of Leys
Fields north of Banchory, towards Lochend of Leys
Minor road past Jampots Wood
Minor road past Jampots Wood
Burnhead Farm Steading
Burnhead Farm Steading
Burnhead Fields view to the west towards the pass of ballater
Burnhead Fields
view to the west towards the pass of ballater
Burnhead Farmhouse
Burnhead Farmhouse
Glen o' Dee Hospital
Glen o' Dee Hospital
A view east from the A980 at mid-day Knockings Wood on the right, Cluny Crichton Castle on far left, and a towering cloud ahead. A feature of early August 2017 hereabouts has been of widespread, but local, heavy rainstorms originating from such clouds.
A view east from the A980 at mid-day
Knockings Wood on the right, Cluny Crichton Castle on far left, and a towering cloud ahead. A feature of early August 2017 hereabouts has been of widespread, but local, heavy rainstorms originating from such clouds.
View from SW corner of Hawthorn Wood Towards the 'Burnside Belts' of trees near Raemoir, by the B977 (centre left).
View from SW corner of Hawthorn Wood
Towards the 'Burnside Belts' of trees near Raemoir, by the B977 (centre left).
A 'rat run' around Banchory Towards its Raemoir end; from Crathes.
A 'rat run' around Banchory
Towards its Raemoir end; from Crathes.
Harvest time near Mill of Raemoir View from near Briggs cottage. Balwearie Wood in the background.
Harvest time near Mill of Raemoir
View from near Briggs cottage. Balwearie Wood in the background.
A narrow minor road through Brathens Wood From a passing-place, between Lochton of Leys and Newton of Leys.
A narrow minor road through Brathens Wood
From a passing-place, between Lochton of Leys and Newton of Leys.
Newton of Leys From the minor road through Brathens Wood.
Newton of Leys
From the minor road through Brathens Wood.
A gated track into Brathens Wood Off minor road via a 7-bar galvanised steel gate.
A gated track into Brathens Wood
Off minor road via a 7-bar galvanised steel gate.
Access to The Birks From the minor road at Newton Leys.
Access to The Birks
From the minor road at Newton Leys.
Newton of Leys and outbuilding garage Access from the minor road through Brathens Wood.
Newton of Leys and outbuilding garage
Access from the minor road through Brathens Wood.
Minor road west from Newton Leys To reach, and follow parallel to, the trackbed of the dismantled Deeside Railway (closure recommended by the Beeching Report some 50 years ago).
Minor road west from Newton Leys
To reach, and follow parallel to, the trackbed of the dismantled Deeside Railway (closure recommended by the Beeching Report some 50 years ago).
Overhead power lines on wooden poles In a wayleave through Brathens Wood.
Overhead power lines on wooden poles
In a wayleave through Brathens Wood.
Minor road through Brathens Wood Power line wayleave on right; dismantled railway track overgrown on left.
Minor road through Brathens Wood
Power line wayleave on right; dismantled railway track overgrown on left.
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Scotland Wood is located at Grid Ref: NO6898 (Lat: 57.075033, Lng: -2.5188764)

Unitary Authority: Aberdeenshire

Police Authority: North East

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Located within 500m of 57.075033,-2.5188764
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 57.0705986/-2.5192069
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