Beirhope Moor Plantation

Wood, Forest in Roxburghshire

Scotland

Beirhope Moor Plantation

Over Whitton Hill Grazed by cattle
Over Whitton Hill Credit: Richard Webb

Beirhope Moor Plantation is a picturesque woodland area located in Roxburghshire, Scotland. Covering a vast area of approximately 500 hectares, it is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and outdoor enthusiasts alike. The plantation is situated in the heart of the Scottish Borders, surrounded by rolling hills and stunning landscapes.

The plantation primarily consists of a mix of coniferous and broadleaf trees, creating a diverse and vibrant ecosystem. Among the trees found here are Douglas fir, Sitka spruce, Scots pine, and oak. The varied vegetation provides a habitat for a wide range of wildlife, including red squirrels, badgers, roe deer, and a myriad of bird species.

Visitors to Beirhope Moor Plantation can explore the numerous walking trails that wind their way through the woodland. These trails offer breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside and provide an opportunity to immerse oneself in the tranquility of nature. The plantation is also home to a number of picnic areas, allowing visitors to relax and enjoy a meal amidst the peaceful surroundings.

In addition to its natural beauty, Beirhope Moor Plantation is managed sustainably, with a focus on preserving and enhancing the local ecosystem. The forestry team works diligently to ensure the health and vitality of the trees, while also engaging in conservation efforts to protect the wildlife that calls this area home.

Overall, Beirhope Moor Plantation is a haven for nature lovers, offering a peaceful retreat where visitors can connect with the natural world and enjoy the beauty of the Scottish countryside.

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Beirhope Moor Plantation Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.466159/-2.3871995 or Grid Reference NT7519. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Over Whitton Hill Grazed by cattle
Over Whitton Hill
Grazed by cattle
View from Over Whitton Hill
View from Over Whitton Hill
Heatherland Hill The summit is now in a fenced enclosure with young trees.
Heatherland Hill
The summit is now in a fenced enclosure with young trees.
Rocks on Heatherland Hill A rocky area just below the summit which is the other side of a deer fence.
Rocks on Heatherland Hill
A rocky area just below the summit which is the other side of a deer fence.
Summit, Heatherland Hill The summit, planted with trees. Taken through a high deer and rabbit fence.
Summit, Heatherland Hill
The summit, planted with trees. Taken through a high deer and rabbit fence.
Road to Oxnam From Hownam, view off the Steeple.
Road to Oxnam
From Hownam, view off the Steeple.
Oak, Hownam to Oxton Road The long climb out of Hownam.
Oak, Hownam to Oxton Road
The long climb out of Hownam.
Young trees, Thowliestane Hill Part of a large new forestry plantation.
Young trees, Thowliestane Hill
Part of a large new forestry plantation.
Forest road, Thowliestane Hill Quite a lengthy new road from c. 2015 it almost reaches Dere Street.
Forest road, Thowliestane Hill
Quite a lengthy new road from c. 2015 it almost reaches Dere Street.
Beirhope
Beirhope
Over Whitton
Over Whitton
Path, Thowliestane Hill An older track linking up with the new forest road. Makes a visit to the hill fort very easy and it's a worthwhile short walk.
Path, Thowliestane Hill
An older track linking up with the new forest road. Makes a visit to the hill fort very easy and it's a worthwhile short walk.
Hare Law The new forestry on Hare Law. Previously there were some smaller plantations and upland pasture.
Hare Law
The new forestry on Hare Law. Previously there were some smaller plantations and upland pasture.
The ramparts, Thowliestane Hill A fine hill fort. The grass is long as it has not been grazed since the trees were planted on the lower slopes. It was very windy.

Thanks to the new forestry road this hilltop is very accessible and an easy walk.
The ramparts, Thowliestane Hill
A fine hill fort. The grass is long as it has not been grazed since the trees were planted on the lower slopes. It was very windy. Thanks to the new forestry road this hilltop is very accessible and an easy walk.
Thowliestane Hill As well as the high ring rampart at the summit, there are other earthworks slightly lower down the hill. The lank grass is former farmland as this is now a clearing in a forestry plantation.
Thowliestane Hill
As well as the high ring rampart at the summit, there are other earthworks slightly lower down the hill. The lank grass is former farmland as this is now a clearing in a forestry plantation.
Thowliestane Hill Ramparts of a hill fort on Thowliestane Hill. The land is no longer grazed.
Thowliestane Hill
Ramparts of a hill fort on Thowliestane Hill. The land is no longer grazed.
Young trees above Beirhope
Young trees above Beirhope
Road, Over Whitton A long climb to Dere Street.
Road, Over Whitton
A long climb to Dere Street.
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Beirhope Moor Plantation is located at Grid Ref: NT7519 (Lat: 55.466159, Lng: -2.3871995)

Unitary Authority: The Scottish Borders

Police Authority: The Lothians and Scottish Borders

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