Woodland for sale

Trehele Copse & Meadow used to form part of a working dairy farm but has been managed as a nature area for the last year. The rich meadow now includes an attractive wildlife pond and a recently added planting of a copse containing 50 trees - there is scope to add to this planting or for diversity add an area of orchard.

An attractive stream flows west to east along the southern boundary which is lined by a mature trees.

The land has good access from the public highway with a metalled road leading to the main entrance gate.

Trees

The stream along the southern boundary is adorned with trees such as alder, willow, hazel and hawthorn.

Tree lined hedges run along the northern and eastern sides of Trehele Copse & Meadow with a variety of trees and a dense edging of blackthorn and hazel.

At the north of the meadow area is a recently planted copse of trees with birch, hazel, rowan and oak.

Wildlife

The variety of wildlife that can be observed within and around Trehele Copse & Meadow is an exciting prospect for any purchaser.

Raptors roost in the hedgerow trees and hover over the rough grassland looking for prey; the lower rush-filled area of grass attracts wetland species such as snipe and the pond attracts house martins and occasional geese. The pond supports a complete eco system that include newts, frogs and dragonflies.

Otter spraint has been found upon a prominent rock (see the photo section) within the stream, a characteristic sign of these iconic mammals.

Features

As well as attracting wildlife, the pond is a very pleasant place to sit upon the rustic bench that has been placed there and enjoy the tranquil surrounds. It is rare combination for us to be able to offer a wood with so many features that include a stream, a pond a meadow and areas of woodland.

Access, tracks and footpaths

From the public highway there is a short section of metalled road that leads to the main entrance gate. Once through the gate there is a stoned track meanders its the way to the entrance of Trehele Copse & Meadow. Here there is a parking area near the pond, an ideal location for camping or parking a campervan.

The land is private with no public rights of way.

Rights and covenants

As is the case for all our meadows, the purchaser will be asked to enter into a covenant which serves to protect the peace and quiet of the meadow.

Activities

There are numerous possibilities to enjoy or enhance Trehele Copse & Meadow. Camp overnight and enjoy the immersion in nature whilst having an excellent base to explore the local area and coastline.

Further tree planting, including creating an orchard of fruit trees could be achieved

Local area and history

Trehele Copse and Meadow takes its name from a local farmstead and means 'farmstead in a sheltered valley'. 'Tre' is a place name of Celtic origin meaning 'farmstead' and 'hele' comes from the Old English 'Hela' which means 'sheltered valley.

Nearby there is the rural village of Aveton Gifford with a rich history since Neolithic times which includes the church of St Andrews, one of the oldest churches in Devon constructed around 1250 AD.

Modbury lies a couple miles to the north along the A379 and is a thriving market town with a variety of shops, pubs and restaurants.

Within 15 minutes at the south are the beaches of Bantham, a great surfing beach, and the marvellous Bigbury-on-Sea. Here you can visit Burgh Island and enjoy lunch at the Pilchard Inn and enjoy a walk on the beach or a trip on the sea tractor if the tide is in and the Island cut off!

Particulars and plans were prepared by our local manager, Stuart Brooking.