LATEST:East Lammermuir Deans
Edinburgh & the Lothians
East Lammermuir Deans with its steep sided eroded gullies, is a haven for lime loving flora. The common rock rose found here supports a small colony of Northern Brown Argus butterfly. Small fast flowing streams, which cut through the gullies, support a variety of wildlife. The reserve is designated a SSSI for its calcareous grassland, native woodland and valley fen.
Best time to visit:
- May to August for lime-loving flowering plants
Visit for:
- Geology
- Wildflowers
- Woodlands
Top Species:
Access
- Directions
From Dunbar follow the A1087 south-east for 2.5km until it reaches the A1. Turn left and travel south-east along the A1for approximately 2.5km. Turn right into Innerwick Road (NT718751) to Wester Aikengall. The road begins as a narrow tarmac lane, but after it meets Aikengall Water at NT705720, it becomes a rough farm track. Cars can be parked off the road at NT709707. - Restrictions
Access is across farmland used by sheep, dogs must be under strict control.
Reserve location
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OS Landranger Map: 67OS Grid Reference: NT703700
Latitude: 55.92220227
Longitude: -2.47530098
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Dunbar (6 miles)
