Woodland for sale

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A secluded woodland with good access, perfect for wild camping and conservation management.

Coed Crib is a lovely broadleaf woodland that consists of mostly sycamore, beech, ash and hazel, and runs along the southerly face of a shallow ridgeline. The woodland, which is believed to have been part of an old estate, was clear felled of conifer trees in the last 30 years or so. It has been allowed to naturally regenerate with broadleaves. Occasional Scots pine and western hemlock can be found growing throughout, presumably a reminder of the plantation that was grown here previously.

The woodland benefits from a shared stone track that should allow year-round access for most vehicles. A secondary soft track – which is a little overgrown but could be improved - runs along the southern boundary allowing access to the woodland from both the top and bottom.

The natural regeneration of the ash and other trees might benefit from some clearance where they have taken over in places. Patches of laurel and rhododendron create areas of perennial greenery, although as they grow well under shade, they do tend to spread. On the plus side, these can create some nice places to shelter, and in spring the flowers add a different colour to the woodland environment. The usual mix of wildlife has been spotted in the woodland with a myriad of songbirds providing delightful background music.

In summary, Coed Crib represents an opportunity for someone with a conservation mindset to bring a forgotten woodland back into good management by employing sensitive operations to open up the canopy, allowing space for other tree and plant species to flourish. This is also the perfect location to camp under the stars and produce a moderate amount of firewood.

Our Forester'sThoughts

Harry says...

"Clearing the soft track along the southern boundary would be a priority to create good access to the whole of the woodland, as well as a great place to pitch a tent with the family. A ready supply of firewood could be harvested and this would be my primary management objective."

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