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Blackcock Plantation

Wood, Forest in Roxburghshire

Scotland

Blackcock Plantation

Cheviot feral goat kid on Blackbrough Hill A loose herd of approximately 30 Cheviot feral goats including 10 kids were encountered from Blackbrough Hill to Heatherhope Reservoir, this being a shot of one of the more obliging youngsters. This photograph was taken during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic of 2020/21/22.
Cheviot feral goat kid on Blackbrough Hill Credit: James T M Towill

Blackcock Plantation is a sprawling woodland located in Roxburghshire, a historic county in the Scottish Borders region of Scotland. This picturesque forest covers an area of approximately 500 acres, offering visitors a serene escape into nature's beauty.

The plantation is predominantly made up of native trees, including oak, birch, and pine, creating a diverse and vibrant ecosystem. These trees provide a haven for a wide range of wildlife, making it a popular destination for birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts. In particular, the plantation is known for its population of black grouse, also known as blackcocks, which is where the name originates.

Visitors to Blackcock Plantation can explore an extensive network of well-maintained walking trails, allowing them to immerse themselves in the natural wonders of the forest. The trails cater to various difficulty levels, making it accessible for people of all ages and abilities. Along the way, walkers may encounter charming streams, enchanting wildflowers, and stunning viewpoints that overlook the surrounding countryside.

The plantation is managed by the local forestry commission, ensuring the preservation and sustainable use of the woodland. As a result, it serves as an important demonstration site for responsible forestry practices, promoting the conservation of biodiversity and the economic benefits derived from wood production.

Blackcock Plantation is not only a place of natural beauty but also a site of historical significance. The area has a rich cultural heritage, with traces of ancient settlements and remnants of the region's agricultural past. This adds an extra layer of intrigue for those interested in delving into the area's history.

Overall, Blackcock Plantation offers a tranquil retreat for nature lovers, providing an opportunity to reconnect with the great outdoors in the heart of Roxburghshire.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 55.437203/-2.3060751 or Grid Reference NT8015. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Cheviot feral goat kid on Blackbrough Hill A loose herd of approximately 30 Cheviot feral goats including 10 kids were encountered from Blackbrough Hill to Heatherhope Reservoir, this being a shot of one of the more obliging youngsters. This photograph was taken during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic of 2020/21/22.
Cheviot feral goat kid on Blackbrough Hill
A loose herd of approximately 30 Cheviot feral goats including 10 kids were encountered from Blackbrough Hill to Heatherhope Reservoir, this being a shot of one of the more obliging youngsters. This photograph was taken during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic of 2020/21/22.
Cheviot feral goat by the Heatherhope Burn A loose herd of approximately 30 Cheviot feral goats including 10 kids were encountered from Blackbrough Hill to Heatherhope Reservoir, this being a shot of one of the more obliging billy goats. This photograph was taken during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic of 2020/21/22.
Cheviot feral goat by the Heatherhope Burn
A loose herd of approximately 30 Cheviot feral goats including 10 kids were encountered from Blackbrough Hill to Heatherhope Reservoir, this being a shot of one of the more obliging billy goats. This photograph was taken during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic of 2020/21/22.
Head of Cribs Hope Scree lined deep defile off Craik Moor.
Head of Cribs Hope
Scree lined deep defile off Craik Moor.
Blackbrough Hill A steep flank of a spur which carries a very striking hill fort.
Blackbrough Hill
A steep flank of a spur which carries a very striking hill fort.
Cloud over the Cheviot Hills The main ridge is holding back a mass of fog and cloud on a southeasterly. There were similar conditions at the time in the Lammermuir Hills. It was also very warm. View over the shoulder of Blackbrough Hill from Berry Hills.
Cloud over the Cheviot Hills
The main ridge is holding back a mass of fog and cloud on a southeasterly. There were similar conditions at the time in the Lammermuir Hills. It was also very warm. View over the shoulder of Blackbrough Hill from Berry Hills.
Blackbrough Hill The neck between the fort and Craik Moor - the only side not defended by steep slopes.
Blackbrough Hill
The neck between the fort and Craik Moor - the only side not defended by steep slopes.
Fence on Craik Moor In the background a mass of cloud has formed on the English side of the ridge, where moist and very warm air has been pushed up on a southeasterly.
Fence on Craik Moor
In the background a mass of cloud has formed on the English side of the ridge, where moist and very warm air has been pushed up on a southeasterly.
An old farmhouse by the Heatherhope Burn A repurposed farmhouse in this beautiful little valley in the Cheviot Hills, downstream from Heatherhope Reservoir.
An old farmhouse by the Heatherhope Burn
A repurposed farmhouse in this beautiful little valley in the Cheviot Hills, downstream from Heatherhope Reservoir.
Passing Heatherhope The view to Heatherhope Reservoir after passing Heatherhope, an isolated property in this little valley in the Cheviot Hills.
Passing Heatherhope
The view to Heatherhope Reservoir after passing Heatherhope, an isolated property in this little valley in the Cheviot Hills.
A former shepherd's cottage near Heatherhope This former shepherd's cottage over the Heatherhope Burn now appears to be used for storage.
A former shepherd's cottage near Heatherhope
This former shepherd's cottage over the Heatherhope Burn now appears to be used for storage.
Cheviot feral goat on the dam at Heatherhope Reservoir One of seven goats on this southern section of the dam which appeared to have gained access through a small door in the gate, seen here in profile.
Cheviot feral goat on the dam at Heatherhope Reservoir
One of seven goats on this southern section of the dam which appeared to have gained access through a small door in the gate, seen here in profile.
Goats on a dam Part of a loose herd of at least 30 Cheviot feral goats using the upper valley near Heatherhope Reservoir.
Goats on a dam
Part of a loose herd of at least 30 Cheviot feral goats using the upper valley near Heatherhope Reservoir.
A Cheviot feral goat leaving the dam at Heatherhope Reservoir Checking the coast is clear at Heatherhope Reservoir.
A Cheviot feral goat leaving the dam at Heatherhope Reservoir
Checking the coast is clear at Heatherhope Reservoir.
Heatherhope Reservoir on a warm June afternoon The waters at Heatherhope Reservoir are a little lower than normal after several weeks of very low rainfall.
Heatherhope Reservoir on a warm June afternoon
The waters at Heatherhope Reservoir are a little lower than normal after several weeks of very low rainfall.
Billy and a kid Cheviot feral goats on the track below Heatherhope Reservoir.
Billy and a kid
Cheviot feral goats on the track below Heatherhope Reservoir.
The upstream face of the dam at Heatherhope Reservoir Constructed in the early 1900s and long since redundant as the water supply for Kelso, it is now used for angling.
The upstream face of the dam at Heatherhope Reservoir
Constructed in the early 1900s and long since redundant as the water supply for Kelso, it is now used for angling.
Goats on the spillway Two Cheviot feral goats loitering at the spillway below the dam at Heatherhope Reservoir; five individuals appeared to get stuck but eventually one was able to jump up the bank whilst the others followed the Heatherhope Burn from the spillway.
Goats on the spillway
Two Cheviot feral goats loitering at the spillway below the dam at Heatherhope Reservoir; five individuals appeared to get stuck but eventually one was able to jump up the bank whilst the others followed the Heatherhope Burn from the spillway.
Profile of a Cheviot feral goat One of several Cheviot feral goats in the vicinity of Heatherhope Reservoir.
Profile of a Cheviot feral goat
One of several Cheviot feral goats in the vicinity of Heatherhope Reservoir.
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Blackcock Plantation is located at Grid Ref: NT8015 (Lat: 55.437203, Lng: -2.3060751)

Unitary Authority: The Scottish Borders

Police Authority: The Lothians and Scottish Borders

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