Pepper Wood
Situated one mile north-east of Kirkliston, north of Edinburgh Aiport, Pepper Wood is a small area of broadleaved woodland which includes ash, oak and wych elm with a varied ground flora including some species that were introduced by a previous owner in the 19th century.
Why visit?
- Flowering plants
Best time to visit?
- May to Aug for flowering plants
Visit for:
- Woodlands
Directions
From Kirkliston, take the minor road north-east towards Carlowrie Farm. Take the right turn towards Wheatlands and you will find Pepper Wood on the left, just after the road goes under the disused railway. There is a small layby for parking on the left.
Getting onto the reserve
From the layby, you can access the reserve via a stile.
Visitor information
Nearest town
Kirkliston (1 miles)
OS grid ref
NT142753
OS landranger
Map 65
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