West Lothian
Scotland
Kirknewton and Livingston are the nearest towns or villages.
OS Grid Reference: NT085647
Selm Muir Wood is a peaceful spot for a wander. Beautiful Scots Pine belts surround the more modern Sitka spruce areas and impressive old beech boundaries hint at the age of the woodland. Parts of the woodland are known to date to at least 1860 which is why there is such a rich flora and fauna to be seen.
Mammals: Roe deer can be spotted if you are very quiet as you wander round the woodland. You may just spot their white rumps bounding away through the trees. We have information about Roe deer
Birds: A good variety of woodland birds can be seen including bullfinch, great spotted woodpecker and sparrowhawk.
Insects and reptiles: In the summer the woodland clearings come alive with buzzing insects. Butterflies and dragonflies fly about looking for nectar or prey.
Habitats: Woodland is the main habitat within Selm Muir Wood. The Scots Pine areas are particularly attractive with birch and rowan mixed throughout.
How to get there:
From Kirknewton, take Leyden Road and follow for approximately 1.5 miles. You will come to the forest entrance on the right-hand side.
There are no formal parking places, but you can park in the bellmouth. Please do not obstruct the access into the forest or cause a hazard on the public road.
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Enter through:
Leyden road entrance
Activities:
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Contact:
Emma Stewart
01555 660190
e-mail: scottishlowlands@forestry.gsi.gov.uk
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