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Edinburgh & the Lothians
Thornton Glen is a steep, narrow gorge with broadleaved woodland. The gorge is overlooked by the ruined Innerwick Castle. Most of the glen is covered by ash and elm, with ramsons and ferns in the undergrowth
Best time to visit:
- April to June for flowering plants and breeding birds
Visit for:
- Birdwatching
- Archaeology
- Wildflowers
- Woodlands
Access
- Information
From the steading walk west along the road and just past the cottages on the left there is a stile into the reserve. - Directions
Take the A1 from Edinburgh, just after Torness Power Station take the right turn signed to Crowhill & Innerwick. Cross over the railway, it is possible to park in the steading on the right at Crowhill .
Reserve location
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OS Landranger Map: 67OS Grid Reference: NT735741
Latitude: 55.95923013
Longitude: -2.42449450
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