Jubilee Community Woodland

Jubilee wood is 1 hectare in size and is situated at the south edge of Peebles. The woodland was previously managed by the Community Council, under an agreement with the land owners Haystoun Estate. Friends of Jubilee wood are now responsible for the management of the woodland with practical support from Borders Forest Trust and financial support through grant applications and contributions made by the woodlands 71 members.

The woodland has an interesting ground flora, with a small selection of species which indicate the woodland has ancient origins.

There are specimen trees within the canopy comprising of Oaks, Douglas fir, Ash and Elm. Tawny owl and pipistrelle bat can also be observed in the wood.

Access

A small circular walk runs through the centre of the woodland.

In 2005 Central Tweeddale Paths linked Jubilee wood to various walks around Peebles as part of the Tweed Trails initiative., Routes to Traquair, Cademuir and the River Tweed all form part of the network.

How to reach Jubille Wood

Take the A72 into the town of Peebles from Innerleithen. Pass through the High Street until you reach the roundabout. Turn left. After crossing the River Tweed take the 2nd right down Springhill road. After passing the post office on your left the wood is 300m further along on the right hand side.

How to contact us

John Woolliams, Convenor of Friends of Jubilee Wood - john.woolliams@bbsrc.ac.uk