Cairnshee Wood

Wood, Forest in Kincardineshire

Scotland

Cairnshee Wood

Overgrown gate Woodland access off the A957.
Overgrown gate Credit: Richard Webb

Cairnshee Wood is a picturesque forest located in Kincardineshire, Scotland. It covers an area of approximately 200 acres and is renowned for its natural beauty and diverse wildlife.

The woodland is predominantly composed of native tree species, including oak, birch, and pine, providing a lush green canopy that stretches as far as the eye can see. The forest floor is covered in a thick carpet of moss, ferns, and wildflowers, creating a serene and enchanting atmosphere.

Walking through Cairnshee Wood, visitors can enjoy a network of well-maintained trails that wind their way through the forest. These paths offer varying levels of difficulty, catering to both leisurely strolls and more challenging hikes. Along the way, hikers might encounter babbling brooks, serene ponds, and stunning viewpoints, providing ample opportunities to pause and immerse oneself in the natural surroundings.

The wood is home to a diverse range of animal species, including red squirrels, foxes, deer, and a wide variety of birdlife. Birdwatchers will be delighted by the chance to spot species such as woodpeckers, owls, and buzzards among the treetops.

Cairnshee Wood is not only a haven for nature enthusiasts but also an important ecological site. It is actively managed by local conservation groups to ensure the preservation of its biodiversity and the protection of its delicate ecosystem.

Overall, Cairnshee Wood is a hidden gem in the heart of Kincardineshire, offering visitors a chance to escape into a tranquil natural environment and immerse themselves in the beauty of Scotland's woodlands.

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Cairnshee Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.034774/-2.4301651 or Grid Reference NO7393. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Overgrown gate Woodland access off the A957.
Overgrown gate
Woodland access off the A957.
Upperton Refurbished farmhouse on minor road between Strachan and Blairydrine.
Upperton
Refurbished farmhouse on minor road between Strachan and Blairydrine.
Mains of Blairydrine
Mains of Blairydrine
Junction on the A957 at Blairydryne
Junction on the A957 at Blairydryne
Tilquhillie Recumbent Stone Circle (2) The huge stone, known as the Druid Stone, built into the consumption dyke is thought to be the recumbent of what used to be a recumbent stone circle. See <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://canmore.org.uk/site/36704/tilquhillie" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://canmore.org.uk/site/36704/tilquhillie">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 more information. <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4844789">NO7294 : Tilquhillie Recumbent Stone Circle (3)</a>
Tilquhillie Recumbent Stone Circle (2)
The huge stone, known as the Druid Stone, built into the consumption dyke is thought to be the recumbent of what used to be a recumbent stone circle. See LinkExternal link for more information. NO7294 : Tilquhillie Recumbent Stone Circle (3)
Tilquhillie Recumbent Stone Circle (3) The huge stone, known as the Druid Stone, built into the consumption dyke is thought to be the recumbent of what used to be a recumbent stone circle. See <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://canmore.org.uk/site/36704/tilquhillie" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://canmore.org.uk/site/36704/tilquhillie">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 more information. <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4446516">NO7294 : Tilquhillie Recumbent Stone Circle (1)</a>
Tilquhillie Recumbent Stone Circle (3)
The huge stone, known as the Druid Stone, built into the consumption dyke is thought to be the recumbent of what used to be a recumbent stone circle. See LinkExternal link for more information. NO7294 : Tilquhillie Recumbent Stone Circle (1)
Blairydryne Bridge A tight turn on the Slug Road to Stonehaven, it looks innocuous in summer but can be tricky in winter.
Blairydryne Bridge
A tight turn on the Slug Road to Stonehaven, it looks innocuous in summer but can be tricky in winter.
Tree on a bend A young tree on a bend of the A957 Slug road just south of Quinthelhead.
Tree on a bend
A young tree on a bend of the A957 Slug road just south of Quinthelhead.
Barns Barn Barns Farm and its roadside barn just off the old Slug Road.
Barns Barn
Barns Farm and its roadside barn just off the old Slug Road.
Where Old Meets New The junction of the old and new Slug Roads, 12 miles from Stonehaven!
Where Old Meets New
The junction of the old and new Slug Roads, 12 miles from Stonehaven!
Northbrae Entrance The entrance to Northbrae farm.
Northbrae Entrance
The entrance to Northbrae farm.
Old Slug Trees The Old Slug road passing through Northbrae Woods.
Old Slug Trees
The Old Slug road passing through Northbrae Woods.
Cattle by Lochton Cattle in a field by Lochton from the Wardend road.
Cattle by Lochton
Cattle in a field by Lochton from the Wardend road.
Crossing the Sheeoch A bridge over the Sheeoch Burn and poly tunnels by Wardend Cottages.
Crossing the Sheeoch
A bridge over the Sheeoch Burn and poly tunnels by Wardend Cottages.
Cattle at Wardend Cattle in a field by Wardend Cottages.
Cattle at Wardend
Cattle in a field by Wardend Cottages.
Cairnfauld Path A path entering Cainfauld Wood.
Cairnfauld Path
A path entering Cainfauld Wood.
Mains of Blairydrine The farmyard of Mains of Blairydrine. The bend in the downpipe took my attention as did the difference in spelling between the farm and nearby bridge.
Mains of Blairydrine
The farmyard of Mains of Blairydrine. The bend in the downpipe took my attention as did the difference in spelling between the farm and nearby bridge.
Lady's Dowry A copse by Blairydrine, Durris mast behind.
Lady's Dowry
A copse by Blairydrine, Durris mast behind.
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Cairnshee Wood is located at Grid Ref: NO7393 (Lat: 57.034774, Lng: -2.4301651)

Unitary Authority: Aberdeenshire

Police Authority: North East

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