Almondell Country Park Pillows

The river Almond taken from the road bridge over the river in Mid-Calder, West Lothian, Scotland. Starting from this point, the river flows into Almondell and Calderwood Country Park. The park is a semi wild nature retreat open to all. Camera: Canon EOS 450D (Digital Rebel XSi in the USA) BEST VIEWED LARGER Three bracketed JPGs converted to HDR in Photomatix Pro.

The river Almond taken from the road bridge over the river in Mid-Calder, West Lothian, Scotland. Starting from this point, the river flows into Almondell and Calderwood Country Park. The park is a semi wild nature retreat open to all. Camera: Canon EOS 450D (Digital Rebel XSi in the USA) BEST VIEWED LARGER Three bracketed JPGs converted to HDR in Photomatix Pro.

The Camps Viaduct (built 1820) in Almondell and Calderwood Country Park, West Lothian, Scotland. Closed about 1960, the Viaduct used to carry the line from the Shale Oil works at Pumpherston to the North British Railway at Camps. It is now part of the National Cycle Network route 75, and provides magnificent views of the river from above. The park is a semi wild nature retreat open to all. This is an HDR version. Three bracketed JPGs converted to HDR in Photomatix Pro. BEST VIEWED LARGER

The Almondell Viaduct (built 1820) in Almondell and Calderwood Country Park, West Lothian, Scotland. The park is a semi wild nature retreat open to all. Three bracketed JPGs converted to HDR in Photomatix Pro. BEST VIEWED LARGER

A small section of the (mostly) wild section of Almondell and Calderwood Country Park, West Lothian, Scotland, taken from the top of the Almondell Viaduct (built 1820). The park is a semi wild nature retreat open to all. Three JPGs converted into an HDR shot in Photomatix Pro. BEST VIEWED LARGER

This little wooden covered walkway is situated under the Almondell Viaduct (built 1820) in Almondell and Calderwood Country Park, West Lothian, Scotland. Its sole purpose is to stop pedestrians being dripped on from the Viaduct above. The park is a semi wild nature retreat open to all. BEST VIEWED LARGER

A small section of the (mostly) wild section of Almondell and Calderwood Country Park, West Lothian, Scotland, taken from the top of the Almondell Viaduct (built 1820). The park is a semi wild nature retreat open to all. This is an HDR version. Three JPGs converted into an HDR shot in Photomatix Pro. BEST VIEWED LARGER

There are lots of little paths through the trees leading to lovely little corners in Almondell and Calderwood Country Park, West Lothian, Scotland. The park is a semi wild nature retreat open to all. Best viewed Larger.

One of the many small picnic areas in Almondell and Calderwood Country Park, West Lothian, Scotland. The park is a semi wild nature retreat open to all. Three JPGs converted into an HDR shot in Photomatix Pro. BEST VIEWED LARGER

The river Almond in Almondell and Calderwood Country Park, West Lothian, Scotland. The park is a semi wild nature retreat open to all. Three bracketed JPGs converted to HDR in Photomatix Pro.

This dog (not mine) was enjoying splashing about in the river Almond in Almondell and Calderwood Country Park, West Lothian, Scotland. Rather it than me, in April, the water is still freezing cold. The park is a semi wild nature retreat open to all.

This little wooden covered walkway is situated under the Almondell Viaduct (built 1820) in Almondell and Calderwood Country Park, West Lothian, Scotland. Its sole purpose is to stop pedestrians being dripped on from the aqueduct above. The park is a semi wild nature retreat open to all. BEST VIEWED LARGER

The river Almond in Almondell and Calderwood Country Park, West Lothian, Scotland. The park is a semi wild nature retreat open to all. We have had so much rain this year that the trees and shrubbery are a verdant green; branches are very full and overhanging the river. The water is a deep brown as so much silt is being washed down because the rain has hardly stopped this summer. Three bracketed JPGs converted to HDR in Photomatix Pro.

The first of the daffodils are starting to appear along the banks of the river Almond in Almondell and Calderwood Country Park, West Lothian, Scotland. Spring is on the way. The park is a semi wild nature retreat open to all. Camera: Canon EOS 450D. Shot taken on 21 Mar 09. Three bracketed JPGs converted to HDR in Photomatix Pro.

The Naysmith Bridge (built 1800) crosses the river Almond in Almondell and Calderwood Country Park, West Lothian, Scotland. The park is a semi wild nature retreat open to all. Best viewed LARGER.

This little wooden covered walkway is situated under the Almondell Viaduct (built 1820) in Almondell and Calderwood Country Park, West Lothian, Scotland. Its sole purpose is to stop pedestrians being dripped on from the viaduct above. The park is a semi wild nature retreat open to all. This is an HDR version. Three bracketed JPGs converted to HDR in Photomatix Pro. BEST VIEWED LARGER

Powies Weir on the river Almond in Almondell and Calderwood Country Park, West Lothian, Scotland. The park is a semi wild nature retreat open to all. Three bracketed JPGs converted to HDR in Photomatix Pro.

Powies Weir on the River Almond in Almondell and Calderwood Country Park, West Lothian, Scotland. The park is a semi wild nature retreat open to all. Three bracketed JPGs converted to HDR in Photomatix Pro.

One of the many pleasant paths in Almondell and Calderwood Country Park, West Lothian, Scotland. The park is a semi wild nature retreat open to all. Best viewed LARGER.

The Mid Calder Weir on the River Almond in Almondell and Calderwood Country Park, West Lothian, Scotland. The park is a semi wild nature retreat open to all. If you try the larger view, you may see a heron fishing under the weir. Three bracketed JPGs converted to HDR in Photomatix Pro. Camera: Canon EOS 450D (Digital Rebel XSi in the USA) Sigma: 18-200mm Handheld

The Naysmith Bridge (built 1800) crosses the river Almond in Almondell and Calderwood Country Park, West Lothian, Scotland. The park is a semi wild nature retreat open to all. BEST VIEWED LARGER Sold a Card on 22nd Jun 08

The river Almond in Almondell and Calderwood Country Park, West Lothian, Scotland. The park is a semi wild nature retreat open to all. This view is from the top of the Naysmith Bridge looking west. Camera: Canon EOS 450D (Digital Rebel XSi in the USA) BEST VIEWED LARGER Three bracketed JPGs converted to HDR in Photomatix Pro.

The river Almond in Almondell and Calderwood Country Park, West Lothian, Scotland. The park is a semi wild nature retreat open to all. Three bracketed JPGs converted to HDR in Photomatix Pro. Camera: Canon EOS 450D

These kids were using large polystyrene blocks as rafts on the River Almond in Almondell and Calderwood Country Park, West Lothian, Scotland. The park is a semi wild nature retreat open to all. Best viewed LARGER.

The River Almond in Almondell and Calderwood Country Park, West Lothian, Scotland with the Naysmith Bridge (built 1800) just upstream. The park is a semi wild nature retreat open to all. Camera: Canon EOS 450D (Digital Rebel XSi in the USA) Lens: Canon 18-55mm IS Handheld Three bracketed JPGs Tonemapped in Photomatix Pro.

The Naysmith Bridge (built 1800) crosses the River Almond in Almondell and Calderwood Country Park, West Lothian, Scotland. The park is a semi wild nature retreat open to all. Related shots can be found at: Lowland Scotland. Best viewed LARGER.

This little wooden covered walkway is situated under the Almondell Viaduct (built 1820) in Almondell and Calderwood Country Park, West Lothian, Scotland. Its sole purpose is to stop pedestrians being dripped on from the viaduct above. The park is a semi wild nature retreat open to all. BEST VIEWED LARGER

This little wooden covered walkway is situated under the Almondell Viaduct (built 1820) in Almondell and Calderwood Country Park, West Lothian, Scotland. Its sole purpose is to stop pedestrians being dripped on from the aqueduct above. The park is a semi wild nature retreat open to all. Best viewed LARGER. Sold 1 Card : 5 July 16

This little wooden covered walkway is situated under the Almondell Viaduct (built 1820) in Almondell and Calderwood Country Park, West Lothian, Scotland. Its sole purpose is to stop pedestrians being dripped on from the Viaduct above. The park is a semi wild nature retreat open to all. Best viewed Larger.