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Wildlife at Whiteash
 

Moray Forests
Moray
Scotland
Fochabers is the nearest town or village.

CAPERCAILLIE - MALEWhiteash has been a managed woodland for many decades and in some areas has an almost native atmosphere. The steep sided gully which includes the narrow 'Winding Walks' paths is part of the old estate owned by the Duke of Gordon and Richmond. Whether you take in the delightful view from the gazebo at 'The Peeps' viewpoint, visit Longbowe Loch or the Duchess of Richmond Monument you cannot help but capture the spirit of the past in this woodland.

Mammals: There's always a chance of seeing roe deer, especially near dawn and dusk. On a late summer's evening, look out for bats fluttering above the pond beside the car park or at the old curling pond on the Green trail. We have information about Roe deer

Birds: Whiteash Wood is one of the few remaining areas in the north east where a population of Capercaillie still exists. Ospreys have successfully nested in this wood for over 25 years. The adults are frequently seen fishing for salmon at the mouth of the River Spey at Spey Bay. We have information about Capercaille and Osprey

How to get there:
By car or on foot from Fochabers follow the A98 East towards Buckie, the Winding walks Car Park is approximately 1 mile from Fochabers on the right.

Enter through:
Winding Walks Car Park


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Other places to go in Moray Forests
Quarrelwood Woodland Park
Ordiequish
Culbin
Monaughty
Roseisle




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What's on

August
Bat Walk
What else is here
In Whiteash there is also
recreation
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