Macksburn Plantation

Wood, Forest in Berwickshire

Scotland

Macksburn Plantation

19thC houses at Cumledge Mill The mills were demolished but the houses remain as an attractive looking group of buildings, when seen from the road. For an account of the mill&#039;s history see Jennifer Petrie&#039;s description <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6654961">NT7857 : Houses at Cumledge Mill, Duns</a> and <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://canmore.org.uk/site/58614/cumledge-mill" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://canmore.org.uk/site/58614/cumledge-mill">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>. — 19thC houses at Cumledge Mill Credit: M J Richardson

Macksburn Plantation is a picturesque woodland area located in Berwickshire, Scotland. Covering approximately 50 acres, the plantation is characterized by a diverse range of native and exotic tree species, including oak, beech, and pine. The dense canopy of trees provides a habitat for a variety of wildlife, including deer, squirrels, and birds.

The plantation is a popular destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts, offering a network of well-maintained walking trails that meander through the forest. Visitors can enjoy a leisurely stroll through the peaceful woodland, taking in the sights and sounds of nature.

In addition to its recreational opportunities, Macksburn Plantation also plays an important role in conservation efforts in the region. The woodland is carefully managed to promote biodiversity and protect the ecosystem, ensuring that future generations can continue to enjoy its natural beauty.

Overall, Macksburn Plantation is a tranquil retreat where visitors can escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and immerse themselves in the beauty of the Scottish countryside.

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Macksburn Plantation Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.805393/-2.3062795 or Grid Reference NT8056. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

19thC houses at Cumledge Mill

The mills were demolished but the houses remain as an attractive looking group of buildings, when seen from the road. For an account of the mill's history see Jennifer Petrie's description NT7857 : Houses at Cumledge Mill, Duns and Link

M J Richardson

Old Wayside Cross in Preston

Preston Market Cross, old shaft and base of a central cross. Set in a walled enclosure on the north side of the road at the east end of Preston village. Bunkle and Preston parish. A Scheduled Monument, details Link

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Footpath Sign and Old Mill Buildings - Broomhouse

Flood at Old Mill. The water is probably the reason the mill was built here!

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Nell Logan's Bridge after renovation works

The B6355 at this bridge over the Preston Burn was closed in August 2010 to allow the commencement of repair and maintenance work by Rodger (Builders) Ltd of Earlston. All the facing stonework and parapets appear to have been renewed. This is the south side of the bridge and for a similar view in 2009 when there was more vegetation and young trees, see NT7957 : Nell Logan's Bridge. Most reference sources date the bridge as 1793 but a keystone on the north wall is dated 1795. The single-arch bridge was later enclosed on both sides to form a jail with a single cell where a hole in the floor above the burn was used as a toilet and for collecting water. The heavy wooden arch-shaped door fell apart many years ago. The bridge was named after Nell Logan, a local woman who was the last person to be imprisoned here for stealing a sheep.

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Nell Logan's Bridge after renovation works

The B6355 at this bridge over the Preston Burn was closed in August 2010 to allow the commencement of repair and maintenance work by Rodger (Builders) Ltd of Earlston. All the facing stonework and parapets appear to have been renewed together with the installation of new road kerbs and tarmac. Most reference sources date the bridge as 1793 but a keystone on the north wall is dated 1795. The single-arch bridge was later enclosed on both sides to form a jail with a single cell where a hole in the floor above the burn was used as a toilet and for collecting water. The bridge was named after Nell Logan, a local woman who was the last person to be imprisoned here for stealing a sheep. For a similar view in 2009 before the upgrading works, see NT7957 : Nell Logan's Bridge.

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An inscribed stone on Nell Logan's Bridge

This stone forms part of the south parapet wall of the bridge after recent renewal works. For a view of the B6355 road and bridge parapets, see NT7957 : Nell Logan's Bridge after renovation works.

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Village scene, Preston

The K6 telephone box stands beside the A6112. In 1935, the Post Office commissioned a new kiosk from Sir Giles Gilbert Scott to celebrate the Jubilee of King George V. The K6 Jubilee Kiosk, as it is known, was similar to the K2 box, being made of cast iron and painted red but was 25% lighter in weight. By the end of the 1930s there were 20,000 K6 telephone boxes in use all over the UK.

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Village hall, Preston

The village hall stands beside the A6112.

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Postbox, Preston

The Victorian reign postbox is set into the wall of the village hall. For a wider view NT7957 : Village hall, Preston

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Noticeboard, Preston

The village noticeboard is attached to the gable wall of the village hall.

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Memorial plaque, Preston

The plaque is set into the wall of the village hall. For a wider view of the building NT7957 : Village hall, Preston

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War Memorial, Preston

The war memorial plaque is set into the wall of the village hall. For a wider view of the building NT7957 : Village hall, Preston

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House, Preston

A large stone built house beside the A6112. There is an Ordnance Survey bench mark on the south east angle of the house.

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Bench Mark, Preston

The Ordnance Survey bench mark is to be found on the south east angle of the building. For a wider view of the building NT7957 : House, Preston and for further information on the cut mark and others in the area Link

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