Birnie Wood

Wood, Forest in Aberdeenshire

Scotland

Birnie Wood

View towards Memsie from the Broch side
View towards Memsie from the Broch side Credit: Wayne Easton

Birnie Wood, located in Aberdeenshire, Scotland, is a picturesque forest renowned for its natural beauty and rich biodiversity. Covering an area of approximately 200 hectares, the wood is situated near the village of Birnie, just a few miles south of the town of Elgin.

The wood is predominantly made up of native broadleaf trees, such as oak, birch, and beech, which create a stunning canopy during the summer months. The forest floor is adorned with a variety of wildflowers, including bluebells and primroses, providing a colorful display in springtime.

Birnie Wood is a haven for wildlife, attracting a diverse range of species throughout the year. Birdwatchers can spot a variety of avian species, including woodpeckers, owls, and various songbirds. The wood is also home to mammals such as red squirrels, roe deer, and badgers, making it an ideal destination for nature enthusiasts and photographers.

Visitors to Birnie Wood can explore a network of well-maintained walking trails that wind their way through the forest, offering spectacular views and opportunities to observe the local wildlife up close. The wood also features a small picnic area, perfect for enjoying a relaxing lunch amidst the tranquil surroundings.

Birnie Wood provides a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, offering visitors a chance to connect with nature and enjoy the serenity of a beautiful Scottish forest. Whether one is looking for a leisurely stroll, birdwatching, or simply seeking solace in nature, Birnie Wood is a must-visit destination in Aberdeenshire.

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Birnie Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.652755/-2.0408863 or Grid Reference NJ9762. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

View towards Memsie from the Broch side
View towards Memsie from the Broch side
Memsie Round Cairn , Aberdeenshire
Memsie Round Cairn , Aberdeenshire
Water of Philorth, Memsie, Aberdeenshire The photo was taken from the Old Bridge of Memsie which lies on a minor road which runs between the B9032 and the A981.
Water of Philorth, Memsie, Aberdeenshire
The photo was taken from the Old Bridge of Memsie which lies on a minor road which runs between the B9032 and the A981.
Hedgerow planting, Memsie, Aberdeenshire The young hedgerow is beside the minor road which runs between the B9032 and the A981.
Hedgerow planting, Memsie, Aberdeenshire
The young hedgerow is beside the minor road which runs between the B9032 and the A981.
Cairn of Memsie Prehistoric cairn (2nd millennium BC?) A beaker and broken leaf-shaped sword were found in it.
Cairn of Memsie
Prehistoric cairn (2nd millennium BC?) A beaker and broken leaf-shaped sword were found in it.
Farmhouse at Chapelton,near Fraserburgh personal note...photographer's home as a farm worker's son 1958/59
Farmhouse at Chapelton,near Fraserburgh
personal note...photographer's home as a farm worker's son 1958/59
quarry equipment at Broomhead sand and gravel quarry still operating.
quarry equipment at Broomhead
sand and gravel quarry still operating.
Cottage in Sinclair Hills woods tractor and implement seem more of an ornamental feature rather than  current practical use
Cottage in Sinclair Hills woods
tractor and implement seem more of an ornamental feature rather than current practical use
Lorry Park on Memsie to Fraserburgh Road Looks like an overspill storage yard for new trailers manufactured by Gray and Adams company of Fraserburgh
Lorry Park on Memsie to Fraserburgh Road
Looks like an overspill storage yard for new trailers manufactured by Gray and Adams company of Fraserburgh
Doolie Burn Autumn morning light on fields near Cardno. The Doolie Burn flows between the green field in the foreground and the straw-coloured one beyond. I don't know the origin of the place name on the signpost.
Doolie Burn
Autumn morning light on fields near Cardno. The Doolie Burn flows between the green field in the foreground and the straw-coloured one beyond. I don't know the origin of the place name on the signpost.
Muirton of Memsie Looking south from the crossroads towards Nethermill and Muirton near Memsie.
Muirton of Memsie
Looking south from the crossroads towards Nethermill and Muirton near Memsie.
Heath-Hill Harvested fields await ploughing near Memsie. There is a sign nearby pointing to 'Heath Hill Hotel' but none of the buildings looks like a hotel in operation.
Heath-Hill
Harvested fields await ploughing near Memsie. There is a sign nearby pointing to 'Heath Hill Hotel' but none of the buildings looks like a hotel in operation.
Memsie The land around Memsie is very flat, as can be seen in this shot, looking west towards Bodychell.
Memsie
The land around Memsie is very flat, as can be seen in this shot, looking west towards Bodychell.
Memsie A traditional cottage stands at the crossroads, and modern bungalows line the road beyond.
Memsie
A traditional cottage stands at the crossroads, and modern bungalows line the road beyond.
Memsie Round Cairn This is the surviving one of three round burial cairns in the vicinity. It dates from about 1700 BC and measures approximately 4.4 metres in height and 24 metres in diameter. A broken sword and a beaker were found inside it.  See <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://canmore.org.uk/site/20804/cairns-of-memsie" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://canmore.org.uk/site/20804/cairns-of-memsie">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> for more information.
Memsie Round Cairn
This is the surviving one of three round burial cairns in the vicinity. It dates from about 1700 BC and measures approximately 4.4 metres in height and 24 metres in diameter. A broken sword and a beaker were found inside it. See LinkExternal link for more information.
Memsie Ribbon development of modern bungalows along the road to Rathen.
Memsie
Ribbon development of modern bungalows along the road to Rathen.
Braehead Fields near Memsie.
Braehead
Fields near Memsie.
Fordafourie Rolling farmland near Rathen.
Fordafourie
Rolling farmland near Rathen.
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Birnie Wood is located at Grid Ref: NJ9762 (Lat: 57.652755, Lng: -2.0408863)

Unitary Authority: Aberdeenshire

Police Authority: North East

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