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Queen Mary’s Mount A woodland walk, Visiting Carberry Hill a hidden history Carberry Hill East

Roe deer Carberry Hill, once the home of the Elphinstone family is now owned and managed by the You can visit Carberry Hill all year round. Buccluech Estate. For more information, contact,

Mr Cameron Manson, Head Ranger, The mature mixed woodlands are not just a Buccleuch Estates Ltd. great place for a walk, they are home to a host Dalkeith Estate, of birds and animals. Roe deer, foxes, magpies Dalkeith, and green woodpeckers can all be seen if you , EH22 2NA. go quietly. You will also find amazing views over Tel: 0131 654 1666 , the of Forth and much of Mid Email: [email protected] and .

Carberry Hill also has a special place in Scottish history. The woods ring with the echoes of our A woodland walk Celtic ancestors and the defeat of Mary Queen of Registered Charity: SCO181196 Scots. Work your way up the hill to the standing stone at the summit and learn more about why through this place is so special. danielbridge.co.uk, Manson, ELGT Cameron heather christie. Photogrpahy Wildife Design and location photography: history Walks around Carberry Hill Follow the signposts to enjoy a walk around this special place. Take time to look and listen for wildlife - you never know what you might see or hear. The paths can be muddy, so be sure to wear appropriate footwear.

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