Hello All,
I am planning a visit to Beattock Summit with a view to getting some photos. I have never been there before and was hoping members may be able to give me some advice regarding the route, parking and best location to take some shots.
Thanks in advance
Christoe
Hello there
I live near here so I should be able to assist you!
Beattock and Abington are lovely scenic areas on the WCML north with a massive potential for very good shots!
One place I could recommend is a bridge over the WCML directly south of Beattock Goods Loops. There is a long, sharp piece of left-hand curvature to the immediate south and Beattock Goods Loops slightly to the north! Parking is easy enough and is located off-road, but I wouldn't recommend doing this on a weekday, as the ground can be very soggy and your car may become very dirty as you try to leave! The access is located on a quiet public road near the SSE Clyde Wind Farm.
I have attached 3 photographs that I have previously taken from this bridge as well, so you can get an idea of what the photography potential is at this site! One is the north view with no trains, and the others are of Virgin Pendolino's tilting on the north curve!
If you want any other site ideas in this area feel free to message me or post below and I will be happy to help