Nettlyburn Plantation

Wood, Forest in Berwickshire

Scotland

Nettlyburn Plantation

Weasel Loch, near Eyemouth This mini sea loch is very popular with scuba divers wanting to meet the resident wolf fish. — Weasel Loch, near Eyemouth Credit: Lynne Kirton

Nettlyburn Plantation is a sprawling woodland located in the scenic countryside of Berwickshire, Scotland. Covering an area of approximately 500 acres, this vast forest is a haven for nature enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers alike.

The plantation is predominantly made up of native tree species such as oak, beech, and birch, which create a rich and diverse ecosystem. These trees provide a habitat for a wide variety of wildlife, including deer, squirrels, and numerous bird species, making it an ideal destination for birdwatchers and wildlife photographers.

Visitors to Nettlyburn Plantation can explore the area through a network of well-maintained trails, which offer stunning views of the surrounding countryside. The paths wind their way through the woodland, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the peaceful and tranquil atmosphere. Along the way, there are several picnic areas and benches where visitors can rest and enjoy the serene surroundings.

The plantation also offers recreational activities such as mountain biking and horse riding, with designated trails and facilities available for these pursuits. Additionally, there are educational programs and events organized by local conservation organizations to promote environmental awareness and appreciation of the natural beauty of the plantation.

Nettlyburn Plantation is easily accessible, with ample parking and well-marked entrances. It provides a treasured escape from the bustle of everyday life, offering visitors an opportunity to connect with nature and enjoy the picturesque landscape of Berwickshire.

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Nettlyburn Plantation Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.859772/-2.0960203 or Grid Reference NT9462. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Weasel Loch, near Eyemouth

This mini sea loch is very popular with scuba divers wanting to meet the resident wolf fish.

Lynne Kirton

Eyemouth

The historic town of Eyemouth lies 5 miles north of the Scottish border. Fishing there dates back to the 13th century, and the harbour is still active today.The town will always remember the Great East Coast Fishing Disaster of 1881, when 189 local fishermen lost their lives in a storm. The disaster is commemorated in a 15 by 4 foot tapestry, sewn by local women and on display in Eyemouth Museum.

Lynne Kirton

Hurker's Haven

Looking down into Hurker's Haven from the coastal path close to Fancove Head. The hard geology is immediately apparent in the distorted layers of strata. Numerous seabirds use the small coastal outcrops as nesting sites accessible only from the sea. This area is popular with divers and canoeists and supports small scale fishing operations.

Colin Stewart

Anyone for golf?

Taken near to 'Horse Head' showing the expansion of Eyemouth. The relatively new golf course has replaced arable fields though farming is still the dominant activity around Eyemouth. New roads have been built to provide access to the golf course and also to the harbour. Only a narrow cliff top path exists between the sea and fields with rough grasses and wildflowers providing food for several species of butterflies.

Colin Stewart

Air Sea Rescue Demo

Taken from Prom on a "Lifeboat Fete" day c2003

Stafford Little

Eyemouth Harbour

Fishing Boats lined up along the river Eye in this busy harbour. In the distance you can see Gunsgreen House, an 18th century Merchants Villa designed by James Adam around 1855

Kevin Rae

Eyemouth Harbour Buildings

Eyemouth as well as being a busy fishing town also has many fine buildings clustered around its harbour.

Kevin Rae

Highlaws Farm

Lisa Jarvis

Ripening Crops

Looking NW from Highlaws Farm.

Lisa Jarvis

Linthill

A row of old cottages now derelict, at Linthill near Eyemouth.

Lisa Jarvis

Eyemouth Golf Course and Clubhouse

The only links course in the Scottish Borders.

Lisa Jarvis

Redhall Plantation

A woodland regeneration scheme of the Borders Forest Trust, an environmental charity established in 1996 to develop and manage habitat restoration and community woodland projects and to reverse the decline of our woodlands and wild places.

Lisa Jarvis

Eyemouth Harbour

Eyemouth's harbour stretches back along the Eye Water, effectively forming the eastern edge of the town. Fishing played a vital part in the local economy as early as 1298, but it has also been a source of tragedy. During the 1800s Eyemouth's harbour was not improved as quickly as many, and its entrance was very tricky in rough weather. In 1881, 189 fishermen, including 129 from Eyemouth itself, lost their lives. The harbour was later improved to provide a much safer entrance. Most of Eyemouth's current harbour dates back to a major rebuilding in 1965.

Lisa Jarvis

The wall of Gunsgreen House

Gunsgreen house is a 18th Century merchant's villa designed by James Adam around 1755. It was the centre of a lucrative smuggling trade in 18th Century Eyemouth. The house was alleged to have its roofspace full of illicit tea, and hiding places built into the walls between certain rooms. The cart wheels in this photograph are the wheels of an old lifeboat launching carriage. Unfortunately, during recent renovation work, the wooden hub and spokes disintegrated and they have been removed (information added September 2009, thanks to George Davidson).

Lisa Jarvis

Gunsgreen House

Lisa Jarvis

Gunsgreen House Doocot

Overlooking Eyemouth Harbour and Gunsgreen House this is an early 19th century doocot. It has battlements on 3 sides and inset blind crosslets on East and North sides. There is some suggestion that it may have been a cart shed. It is now residential.

Lisa Jarvis

The Coach House at Netherbyres

18th century in origin with later additions and alterations, the coach house has been converted for residential use. The former cart openings are still present and the ogee-capped, circular ridge vent on the roof may have been a former dovecot.

Lisa Jarvis