Woodland for sale

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A mature, mixed broadleaf woodland in a secluded valley, with expansive views across the Derbyshire Dales.

Harebell and Highview Wood sits within a block of Ancient Woodland in the spectacular Derbyshire Dales, just south of the Peak District National Park. The location of this woodland, adjacent to pastoral land and large bodies of water, results in a valuable wildlife haven to enjoy and enhance. Available to buy as a whole or in 2 lots.

Harebell Wood 3.08 acres £38,000

Highview Wood 3.93 acres £48,000

Total 7.01 acres £78,000*

*represents a discount of £8,000 if purchased as a whole

The canopy is made up of mature ash and sycamore, and features elm, holly and hazel within the understorey. Beautiful wildflowers – dog’s mercury, harebell and ramson cover the woodland floor in the warmer weather, displaying the character of this Ancient Woodland.

There are well-used animal tracks within the woodland, indicating the presence of deer, badger and squirrel. A badger sett along the western boundary could result in some exciting animal encounters.

This woodland is on a moderately to steep sloping site in places, but with a bit of industry over a couple of weekends, a path and steps up to a plateau at the top would certainly ease access. This area lends itself perfectly to camping, with its breathtaking views over the Dales and surrounding woodland.

Both woodlands benefit from an area of hardstanding to park a car, offering great access. A woodland like this presents a great management project, and the bonus of spending time under the stars in a hammock listening to the call of a tawny owl or waking up to the mist rising from the valley below would certainly make it a worthwhile endeavour.

Our Forester'sThoughts

Harry says...

"I would consider removing a couple of the ash trees and utilising the timber for building projects such as a compost toilet and camp kitchen, with the remainder as a supply of firewood for years to come. I would clear some of the brambles to ease access as it can dominate open areas if left. However, a degree of thorny scrub is a great environment for wildlife, providing a food and nectar source as well as a protective nesting habitat. It can also act as a nursery for regenerating trees and shrubs, protecting them from browsing deer.

I would plant trees in the open areas to replace the ash. Beech, sycamore, poplar and oak would be good choices, with field maple, cherry, wild service and hazel to make up the shrub layer. If one wanted to think outside the box, western red cedar or spruce would enhance the surrounding beauty of the valley. Any such planting project would provide a future timber supply, whilst simultaneously supporting wildlife and conservation goals.

There is great potential at the top of the slope to create a camping area for friends and family to enjoy throughout the year. I would establish a track leading up to the plateau to ease access."

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