School Plantation

Wood, Forest in Berwickshire

Scotland

School Plantation

Benchmark, Longformacus House Lodge Ordnance Survey benchmark, described on database at <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm85346" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm85346">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>. — Benchmark, Longformacus House Lodge Credit: Becky Williamson

School Plantation is a wooded area located in Berwickshire, Scotland. Covering approximately 20 hectares, the plantation is a mix of native and non-native trees, providing a diverse and picturesque landscape. The trees found in the plantation include oak, beech, pine, and birch, creating a rich ecosystem that supports a variety of wildlife.

The plantation is popular with locals and visitors alike for recreational activities such as walking, birdwatching, and picnicking. There are several well-maintained paths and trails that wind through the woodland, offering opportunities to explore and enjoy the natural beauty of the area. The peaceful atmosphere and tranquil surroundings make School Plantation a perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

In addition to its recreational value, School Plantation also plays an important role in biodiversity conservation and carbon sequestration. The trees in the plantation help to absorb carbon dioxide from the atmosphere, mitigating the effects of climate change. Overall, School Plantation is a valuable natural resource that contributes to the health and well-being of the local community and the environment.

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School Plantation Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.810938/-2.4936758 or Grid Reference NT6957. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Benchmark, Longformacus House Lodge

Ordnance Survey benchmark, described on database at Link

Becky Williamson

Longformacus House

Once home of Sir Robert Sinclair, a supporter of the Covenanters.

Becky Williamson

Road Bridge on the minor road from Longformacus to Watch Water Reservoir

Spans Watch Water.

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Longformacus

Entering Longformacus from the north.

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Muirburn patterns, Feuar's Moor

Patterns made by moorland management for grouse. A winter version: NT6955 : Muirburn patterns, Feuar's Moor

Richard Webb

Snow Off A Dyke

Melting snow on a drystone dyke north of Longformacus on the slope of Sinclair's Hill.

James T M Towill

Bus stop, Longformacus

Richard Webb

Manse Road, Longformacus

A signposted path uses this farm access road.

Richard Webb

Snowdrops, Longformacus

Beside Manse Road.

Richard Webb

Manse Road

Richard Webb

Ash, Muirton

The road to Muirton is tree lined. The field was occupied by curlews, geese (species unknown) and peewits.

Richard Webb

Twiggy's Belt

Wind thrown trees in a conifer plantation. Older maps show no woodland here, so the name may be as modern as it sounds.

Richard Webb

Peat Ford

A wide trackway between two ditches. Other than appearing on the Scottish Borders Council core paths map, it is no longer used. If you follow this, you need to jump a few ditches running at right angles across the route and find the stiles in and out of Twiggy's Belt.

Richard Webb