Butterdean Wood

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About this wood

Butterdean wood is situated in East Lothian, approximately 4km east of Tranent. The main entrance to the wood is less than 1km south of the village of Gladsmuir. The whole site lies on a broad ridge of land and is relatively flat, varying in height between approximately 115m and 100m above sea level. The highest point is on the boundary with the open field which is enclosed by the woodland in the west. The main entrance is located at OSGR NT455723.

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Butterdean Wood

Size:
42.19 ha (104.25 acres)
Near:
Gladsmuir, Haddington, East Lothian
Grid ref:
NT456721
OS map sheets:
  • OS Landranger 66
  • Explorer 351

Features:

  • Information board at site
  • Parking nearby
  • Waymarked walk
  • Mainly mixed woodland
  • Special wildlife interest
  • Well worth a visit
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