Glaschoil

Settlement in Morayshire

Scotland

Glaschoil

Field near Grantown Beside the Dava Moor road as it climbs out of Grantown.
Field near Grantown Credit: Richard Webb

Glaschoil is a small village located in the county of Morayshire, in the northeast of Scotland. It is situated about 2 miles southwest of the town of Keith and can be found nestled in a picturesque rural landscape.

With a population of around 200 inhabitants, Glaschoil offers a tranquil and close-knit community atmosphere. The village is primarily residential, with charming cottages and houses dotting the landscape. The architecture reflects a mix of traditional Scottish styles and more modern designs.

Despite its small size, Glaschoil benefits from excellent transport links. The A96 road runs nearby, connecting the village to larger towns and cities in the region. Additionally, the nearby Keith railway station provides easy access to Aberdeen and Inverness.

Glaschoil boasts a beautiful natural environment, surrounded by rolling hills and lush green fields. The area is renowned for its stunning views, making it an ideal location for nature walks and outdoor activities. The village is also close to several notable landmarks, including the historic Balvenie Castle and the renowned Strathisla Distillery.

While Glaschoil itself does not have many amenities, residents can find a range of services and facilities in nearby Keith, such as shops, schools, healthcare centers, and leisure activities.

Overall, Glaschoil offers a peaceful and idyllic setting for those seeking a rural retreat, while still being within easy reach of larger towns and cities in Morayshire.

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Glaschoil Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.37014/-3.6180066 or Grid Reference NJ0232. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Field near Grantown Beside the Dava Moor road as it climbs out of Grantown.
Field near Grantown
Beside the Dava Moor road as it climbs out of Grantown.
Upper Lynmore Wood
Upper Lynmore Wood
A939 towards Grantown on Spey
A939 towards Grantown on Spey
A939 towards Grantown on Spey
A939 towards Grantown on Spey
Dava Way following old railway track bed
Dava Way following old railway track bed
Farm track on Dava Moor
Farm track on Dava Moor
Last View from the Dava Way Or first view of the moor if you have started from Grantown. Towards Grantown, the Dava Way enters a succession of woods and cuttings here.
Last View from the Dava Way
Or first view of the moor if you have started from Grantown. Towards Grantown, the Dava Way enters a succession of woods and cuttings here.
Railway Cutting This is one of several deep cuttings between Dava Moor and Grantown-on-Spey. It cuts through granite of the Grantown Pluton.
Railway Cutting
This is one of several deep cuttings between Dava Moor and Grantown-on-Spey. It cuts through granite of the Grantown Pluton.
Waymarker At this point the path from the car park for Huntly's Cave crosses the Dava Way.
Waymarker
At this point the path from the car park for Huntly's Cave crosses the Dava Way.
Field beside the Dava Way As the Dava Way descends towards Grantown-on-Spey, there are gaps between cuttings where view of the surrounding countryside can be enjoyed.
Field beside the Dava Way
As the Dava Way descends towards Grantown-on-Spey, there are gaps between cuttings where view of the surrounding countryside can be enjoyed.
Dava Way Walkers enjoying the view in one of the gaps in the woods beside the Dava Way.
Dava Way
Walkers enjoying the view in one of the gaps in the woods beside the Dava Way.
Dava Way For a short distance here the Dava Way is flanked by open woodland and a few trackside birches.
Dava Way
For a short distance here the Dava Way is flanked by open woodland and a few trackside birches.
Near Glaschoil A grassy field slopes down to the Allt an Fhithich from the trackbed of the former  Highland Railway, now the Dava Way.
Near Glaschoil
A grassy field slopes down to the Allt an Fhithich from the trackbed of the former Highland Railway, now the Dava Way.
Lower Lynmore Wood The Dava Way passes through Lower Lynmore Wood here. This isn't deep gloomy woodland, but open birch woods.
Lower Lynmore Wood
The Dava Way passes through Lower Lynmore Wood here. This isn't deep gloomy woodland, but open birch woods.
Mid Lynmore Wood The former railway line passes through a shallow cutting in Mid Lynmore Wood.
Mid Lynmore Wood
The former railway line passes through a shallow cutting in Mid Lynmore Wood.
Self-heal (Prunella vulgaris) A late flower head still has its bright purple petals.
Self-heal (Prunella vulgaris)
A late flower head still has its bright purple petals.
Footbridge The bridge carries the Dava Way across Allt a' Bhacain. This is on the part of the route which is diverted off the former railway because the trackbed is said to be too wet.
Footbridge
The bridge carries the Dava Way across Allt a' Bhacain. This is on the part of the route which is diverted off the former railway because the trackbed is said to be too wet.
A Field with a View The rough field here is one of few gaps in the woods around Cottarton from which there is a view of part of the Cairngorms. The most prominent peak is Bynack More.
A Field with a View
The rough field here is one of few gaps in the woods around Cottarton from which there is a view of part of the Cairngorms. The most prominent peak is Bynack More.
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Glaschoil is located at Grid Ref: NJ0232 (Lat: 57.37014, Lng: -3.6180066)

Unitary Authority: Highland

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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