Woodland for sale

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A woodland with an interesting mix of beech, oak, ash, yew and box shrub with a large barn, workshop and direct road access.

Ramridge Wood is located in pastoral west Hampshire and a short drive west from the market town of Andover. Access is through tall wooden gates and along a stone track.

Situated over mostly level chalky flint loamy soil, this magnificent woodland is host to a wide variety of tree species – the upper canopy includes beech, oak, ash, horse chestnut, sycamore, cherry, yew, Scots pine and cedar. Within the shrub layer below, alder, linden, rowan, holly, hazel coppice, field maple and hawthorn can be found.

Boxwood, a fairly minor species in British forestry, is an interesting addition here. It is one of the heaviest species in England (circa 950 – 1200kg per cubic metre) due to its very slow growth and is known for producing quality musical instruments. Within Ramridge, groves of box offer some nice private shelter for camping. Snowberry is also somewhat prevalent in areas of the woodland. Ground cover consists of dog’s mercury, scaly male fern, greater wood-rush, blackberry and grasses.

The current custodian has carried out some superb enhancements, whilst remaining sympathetic to the woodland structure, which will no doubt benefit a new owner for ongoing management of the woodland. This includes the creation of a broad stone track (that could potentially accommodate larger haulage vehicles if required) and a large barn and workshop measuring 6 x 12 metres in size, big enough to house a forestry tractor.

The construction of this barn has been well thought out. It has been clad using cedar logs that were removed to accommodate the stone track and then milled on-site as part of the build. There is also a clear soft track that provides access through the middle of the wood, almost reaching the western boundary. This could be used in future management work, providing good access to enable the winching of selected trees to a forwarder trailer from both the north and south. Other smaller paths throughout allow easy access to for either management work or a recreational stroll.

An array of mammals known to the area includes deer (muntjac, roe and red), badger, hedgehog, hare and wood mouse to name a few. Tawny owl, woodpecker, blackcap, and countless harmonious songsters make up the feathered visitors drawn to the serenity of the area.

Ramridge Wood presents huge scope for a keen forester, with the opportunity for firewood, bushcraft, camping and perhaps deer stalking if so inclined.

Our Forester'sThoughts

Sam says...

"The opportunities for this woodland are endless - the barn could be utilised for many forestry uses as well as shelter on wetter workdays. I would be keen to explore the possibility of starting a forest school here.

A long-term management plan for the woodland would be beneficial, perhaps focusing on increasing biodiversity by creating a more varied age structure and preserving deadwood habitats.

Positioning a couple of benches would be an excellent idea for somewhere to sit and take stock of this magnificent woodland."

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