Woodland for sale

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Douglas fir approaching maturity and a useful stand of beech with amenity and production credentials. Excellent access amidst spectacular Snowdonia landscapes in south Gwynedd.

Coed Graig Goch lies between Dolgellau and Machynlleth on low slopes beneath the bulk of the Cadair Idris range with views south-eastwards across the valley of Afon Dysynni. The tranquil waters of Tal-y-Llyn (Llyn Mwyngil) are just a mile upstream.

It is believed the wood was planted in the 1970s. The dominant crop is Douglas fir which is growing straight and true with some magnificent specimens. There is also an attractive stand of beech of good form holding the promise of some quality lumber in time, plus a small stand of oak, beech and birch in the upper north corner. All species appear windfirm thanks to the free-draining soils and consequently there is a range of future management options available to the incoming purchaser, including silvicultural thinning, felling in 5-10 years or longer-term retention.

Amidst the main crop are small areas of younger oak along with isolated stems of birch, rowan and holly. The woodland floor is generally free of entangling vegetation with a carpet of fern, moss and previous years’ leaf-fall.

The excellent hard tracks that run more-or-less on the contour at the top, middle and base of the wood will readily enable future harvesting in all areas despite the slopes underlying the crops. These tracks also mean that cars can access the heart of the wood for management and amenity visits. A terrace near the centre of the wood provides an attractive locus for recreation and plenty of space for parking. The caravan sited here is included in the sale.

Coed Graig Goch offers excellent prospects in a superb location both for the woodsman and the recreational owner.

Our Forester'sThoughts

Alastair says...

"If I had the kit, it would be tempting to fell and mill one or two of the Douglas fir. The central terrace is an excellent locus for quiet recreation and base from which to explore southern Snowdonia."

Please remember some management operations require approval and/or a licence.