Join us for a gentle walk through Gordon Moss including along the old railway track. The moss largely consists of wet willow carr mixed with birch with a variety of marsh loving plants. In open areas orchids, such as greater twayblade and spotted orchids, may be seen. The ground flora includes a rich bryophyte flora with several species of bog moss . Along the railway are creeping willow and great tussock sedge . Ivy-leaved duckweed floats in some pools.
Meet at the small grassy car park at NT6352 4284. The entrance is from a bend on the A6105 Gordon – Earlston road, about 1 km west of Gordon, by the Scottish Wildlife Trust sign. A slightly rutted track leads to the parking area with room for 4 cars. Alternative parking is nearby at Greenknowe Tower. (Please note the eventbrite genered map pointer is based on postcode and might not accurately show the meeting place, please follow directions or use the grid reference).
Children must be accompanied by an adult. No dogs please. Stout footwear or wellingtons advised as the path is uneven and wet after rain. Unfortunately there is no wheelchair access. Please car share where possible due to limited parking.
Booking essential. To find out more, and for any booking queries, please contact David Long, 07792 150972, lammermuir10@gmail.com or via swtduns@gmail.com.
Suggested donation: £2 per person (you can donate when you book or in person on the day). All donations help us to continue to bring an interesting and varied selection of events to our audience as well as supporting local wildlife causes. Please donate if you can.
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Image: Common spotted orchid © Richard Burkmar
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