Bank Wood

Wood, Forest in Berwickshire

Scotland

Bank Wood

Calling Hopestead Farm
Calling Hopestead Farm Credit: John Whelan

Bank Wood is a picturesque forest located in the county of Berwickshire, Scotland. Stretching over an area of approximately 200 acres, this woodland boasts a diverse range of flora and fauna, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and outdoor lovers.

The wood is characterized by its dense canopy of mature trees, including oak, beech, and birch, which provide a stunning backdrop throughout the year. In spring, the forest floor comes alive with a vibrant carpet of bluebells and wildflowers, creating a breathtaking sight for visitors.

Several well-maintained walking trails wind their way through Bank Wood, allowing visitors to explore its natural beauty at their own pace. These paths offer a variety of options, from short leisurely strolls to longer hikes, catering to all levels of fitness and interest.

The forest is home to a rich array of wildlife, including deer, foxes, squirrels, and a wide range of bird species. Birdwatchers will particularly enjoy the opportunity to spot woodpeckers, owls, and various songbirds in their natural habitat.

Bank Wood also holds historical significance, with remnants of ancient settlements and boundary walls scattered throughout the area. These traces of the past add an extra layer of intrigue to the woodland, making it an intriguing location for history enthusiasts.

Overall, Bank Wood in Berwickshire offers a peaceful and captivating escape into nature, providing an opportunity to reconnect with the outdoors and enjoy the beauty of Scotland's woodlands.

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Bank Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.882564/-2.2130871 or Grid Reference NT8665. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Calling Hopestead Farm
Calling Hopestead Farm
Junction with minor road on A1107 at Huxton
Junction with minor road on A1107 at Huxton
Derelict Farm House at North Falaknowe
Derelict Farm House at North Falaknowe
Grange Plantation A felled area with track crossing the North Grange Burn.
Grange Plantation
A felled area with track crossing the North Grange Burn.
Lodge, Press Castle Gateway to Press Castle, just inside the woods. There is a sign, just inside which warns "Caution, red squirrels at play".
Lodge, Press Castle
Gateway to Press Castle, just inside the woods. There is a sign, just inside which warns "Caution, red squirrels at play".
Farmland, Press Mains View through the beech hedge.
Farmland, Press Mains
View through the beech hedge.
Gallows Law Sheep grazing on a farm with a caravan site.
Gallows Law
Sheep grazing on a farm with a caravan site.
Abbey Park Ripening crops. View NW towards Coldingham Moor.
Abbey Park
Ripening crops. View NW towards Coldingham Moor.
Farm road from Gallows Law to Hillend
Farm road from Gallows Law to Hillend
Track North East of Hillend Farm
Track North East of Hillend Farm
Farmland and South West corner of Grange Plantation
Farmland and South West corner of Grange Plantation
Huxton Another steaming pile on a cold evening.
Huxton
Another steaming pile on a cold evening.
Road to Hopestead and Bogbank Running through damp pastures. The verges are in full growth. It looks like June, it felt like October.
Road to Hopestead and Bogbank
Running through damp pastures. The verges are in full growth. It looks like June, it felt like October.
Caravan's graveyard, Hopestead A collection of wrecks.
Caravan's graveyard, Hopestead
A collection of wrecks.
Grown out hedge, Bogbank Leaning trees, mostly beech, but some oaks running along a bank running up Dalk Law. There is an overgrown ditch running along the southern side of the dyke.
Grown out hedge, Bogbank
Leaning trees, mostly beech, but some oaks running along a bank running up Dalk Law. There is an overgrown ditch running along the southern side of the dyke.
Ruin by Bogbank One of several ruins in the area. There are numerous electric fences keeping in a lot of cattle.
Ruin by Bogbank
One of several ruins in the area. There are numerous electric fences keeping in a lot of cattle.
Rough ground on Dalks Law Wet grassland and whin on an uncultivated bit of Dalks Law.
Rough ground on Dalks Law
Wet grassland and whin on an uncultivated bit of Dalks Law.
Dalks Law Most of Dalks Law is improved grassland for grazing cattle. There are a couple of felled Forestry Commission woodlands and an area of rough grazing too.
Dalks Law
Most of Dalks Law is improved grassland for grazing cattle. There are a couple of felled Forestry Commission woodlands and an area of rough grazing too.
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Bank Wood is located at Grid Ref: NT8665 (Lat: 55.882564, Lng: -2.2130871)

Unitary Authority: The Scottish Borders

Police Authority: The Lothians and Scottish Borders

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