Tower Trail
Starting from the Buzzard's Nest, this trail climbs over Middle Hill to the shelter at the Kipps. The rewarding views are then followed by a descent into the mature woodland of the Soonhope Burn. Common buzzards and roe deer are often seen along with many other scottish wildlife species.
How to get there:
Tower Trail can be started from Buzzards Nest Car Park in Glentress Forest which is part of Forests of the Scottish Borders. Peebles is the nearest town or village.
One and a half miles east of Peebles on the A72., Once on forest road go past the Osprey Car Park and follow road uphill beyond the Red Squirrel Car park. Follow forest road for about one mile and the road splits to the left uphill from the forest drive. Car park is well sign posted., Please adhere to the 15mph speed limit.
OS Grid Reference: NT277411
Mammals: We have information about Roe deer