Woodland for sale

A length of newly improved private track leads through surrounding woodland to the entrance to Rosehip Wood. From here the enormous appeal of this mixed woodland is immediately apparent. Large beech trees stand over holly, hazel and birch that link sunny clearings, where established woodland grasses, foxgloves and ferns thrive in the spring sunshine. Above these, massive boughs embrace the woodland from above and protect the natural regenerating saplings, providing useful open ideal space from which to camp, manage and enjoy the wood.

The wood is a living ecosystem, alive with the sights and sounds of thriving wildlife. From the insects that live in the decaying stumps of old trees to the mammals that create identifiable foraging pathways through the undergrowth on the woodland floor.

Trees

The woodland boasts an appealing mix of broadleaf and coniferous and in particular has beech and cedar of a remarkable scale. These specimens dominate areas within the wood where the expansive canopy of these giants has created ideal sheltered clearings for establishing a base camp from which family woodland activity can be centred. The lofty boughs of these trees and the secluded location away from human habitation also provide excellent cover for more timid birdlife including the Tawny Owls, European Honey Buzzard and Dartford Warbler.

Wildlife

In amongst the beech and cedar that dominate this woodland it is easy to overlook more unassuming ground flora and shrubs that add diversity to the woodland environment. The hawthorn illuminates the field boundary with dazzling white spring flowers. A rosehip is the "accessory fruit" or berry-like seed pod of a rose bush, typically red or orange, that forms after the rose flowers have been pollinated and ripen in late summer or autumn. Known for their rich vitamin C and antioxidant content, rosehips have been traditionally used to make teas, syrups, supplements, and skin products. They are often collected from wild roses, such as the dog rose (Rosa canina).

Access, tracks and footpaths

This wood has easy and level access along a length of well maintained track into its own parking area and is therefore suitable to visit with a normal family car.

There are no public rights of way through or alongside Rosehip Wood

Rights and covenants

The covenant that applies to the woodland is an important benefit for a new owner to give long term peace of mind that they and other neighbouring owners will be able to enjoy their land without disturbance from inappropriate activity.

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

Local area and history

Crawley Down, the surrounding area of historic chalk downland grazing has a well documented history. Nearby burial mounds, 'tumuli' that still feature on modern maps are an interesting reminder that this area lies within close proximity to the important medieval city of Winchester which has a long and well documented past as a hunting ground and seat of the nobility.