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Edinburgh & the Lothians
Erraid Wood is a mature broadleaved wood on the edge of the Pentlands. Panoramic views of Edinburgh and the Forth can be enjoyed from this reserve. The land is steep and its shallow soil restricts the plants to be found, but patches of heath speedwell, foxgloves and violets can be seen
Best time to visit:
- April to July for wildflowers and woodland birds
Visit for:
- Woodlands
Access
- Directions
Head south out of Edinburgh on the A702 and go across the roundabouts which take you over the city by-pass. Carry along Biggar Road (A702) and the reserve is just south of the Hillend dry-ski slope.
Reserve location
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OS Landranger Map: 66OS Grid Reference: NT248662
Latitude: 55.88310286
Longitude: -3.20227327
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Fairmilehead (1 miles)
