Woodland for sale

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Norway spruce, beech, sycamore and Lawson cypress in the Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty with bushcraft and recreational possibilities, 14 miles from Dorchester.

Found in a peaceful wooded valley in rural Dorset and 4 miles from the chocolate box village of Milton Abbas, Hambro Wood represents an excellent opportunity for a weekend forester. Access to the woodland is over a series of tracks through the wider forested area.

Situated on mostly northern slopes of flinty chalk soil, the woodland has a blend of mature Norway spruce and beech, along with areas of young establishing sycamore, Lawson cypress, oak and hazel. These flourishing areas were planted following a felling operation, and are currently protected by tree shelters and mesh deer fencing. Mature ash, oak and shrub dwellers such as hazel coppice, holly and hawthorn make up the other genus found here. Pollinating ground dwellers, namely primrose, snowdrop, foxglove, herb-Robert, lesser celandine and honeysuckle, add a splash of colour come spring and summer, and vital nutrients for the insects.

Towards the southwest and higher end of the wood are some good spots that would make lovely areas to camp, with open views across the valley opposite, a real tonic on a clear calm day. Some of the trees would be perfect for a rope swing.

The tranquil location is home to many woodland creatures. Feathered residents include owl, buzzard, skylark, green woodpecker, lesser redpoll and many acoustic songbirds. A rich array of wildlife inhabitants includes both fallow and muntjac deer, brown hare, wood mouse, fox and badger.

Our Forester'sThoughts

Sam says...

"Stargazing on clear nights might well be rather magical here when camping. I would consider carrying on with the wildlife control that has taken place within the wider area in recent years; venison could be sourced by a responsible marksman whilst providing protection to the younger trees. Some paths and steps would be a good idea and I would perhaps create a pedestrian gate into the mesh fencing surrounding the new planting locations."

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