Finlaystone Country Estate - Explore the woodlands

Stop, look, listen: you may even see a roe deer as you strike into the heart of the woods. Follow the burn as it plunges towards the Clyde, and discover wild berries and mushrooms.

There are approximately 140 acres of woodland at Finlaystone, including trees which are estimated to be in the region of at least 300-400 years old.

This woodland plays host to a wide range of wildlife including roe deer, fox, squirrel, stoat and a large colony of bats. We have also had some recent otter sightings.

The woodland floor has fantastic display of fungi and flora including species such as primrose, wood sorrel, wood anemone, wild garlic and dog's mercury, all of which are indicative of ancient or long established semi-natural woodland. Follow the changing seasons and seek out snowtrails and snowdrops in winter, bluebells in spring, wildflowers and pond life during summer, and a variety of colourful berries during autumn.

The mud flats, which are leased to the RSPB, are designated a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) on the basis of their national importance for wintering birds such as redshank, greenshank, oystercatcher, goldeneye and eider.

The Estate also hosts the second largest heronry in the south west of Scotland with an annual nesting population of around 25 to 30 pairs. Continuing on an ornithological note, a survey carried out in 1998 revealed the Estate to host over 50 species of breeding birds.

The long-term conservation and management of the estate is the responsibility of the MacMillan family. The family aim to provide an unspoilt and welcoming place using the minimum of resources.
The natural slope allows the estate to use the burn for a hydro electric scheme.

The Estate lies on the boundary between two local authorities - Renfrewshire and Inverclyde - both of whom have designated Finlaystone a Site of Interest for Nature Conservation (SINC).

If you want to feel good or lose weight, Walk it off
If you have a problem? Walk it off. If you want to escape your computer, Walk into a new place. If you're interested in plants, Walk in the garden.

Our rangers can help develop a regular programme for you aimed at encouraging a healthier lifestyle.

The estate is perfectly suited for people who require different levels of fitness. This can be developed in conjunction with your GP to ensure maximum effectiveness.


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