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Coltness and North Branchal Woods

Woodland paths beside the South Calder Water offer a family walk near Wishaw. There are native Scots pines in North Branchal Woods, with wildflowers and birds to look out for along the wider woodland paths.

Before you go

Surfaced footpaths link the woods. Spring is a good time to look for wildflowers and listen for birds. The woods follow the South Calder Water and its tributaries; specific route lengths and step-free access have not been confirmed.

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Where
North Branchal Wood, Wishaw ML2 8TB
Admission
Admission prices are unconfirmed. Check the official website.
Ages
Age guidance is not confirmed. Check the rules for your chosen visit.
Setting
outdoor
Facilities
Surfaced footpaths

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Sources & information

Visitor information: North Lanarkshire Council.

Map information: coordinate source. Source record: directories/parks/coltness-and-north-branchal-woods.

Map point: council destination point. Published source point, not a surveyed doorway or a guarantee of driving access.

Source retrieved: 2026-10-29.