Woodland for sale

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Stunning mature oaks, hornbeam and sycamore make this well accessed, Ancient Woodland a haven for wildlife and people alike.

Within easy reach of the M11 and tucked away in a beautiful corner of Essex, not far from the county town of Chelmsford, Buckwell Wood is a stunning example of ancient woodland and is home to a plethora of wildlife.

The towering canopy consists of mature oaks, sycamore and hornbeam, with some elm, willow, field maple and hazel making up the lower shrub layer. The woodland floor comes alive in the warmer months with swathes of wood anemone, bluebells and dog’s mercury taking over - a testament to the thriving diversity and ancient history of this woodland, being under tree cover since at least the 1600s.

Buzzing with activity, it is easy to become immersed in the sights and sounds of woodland life at Buckwell. During my visit, I caught a glimpse of a muntjac deer nipping across the path in the dappled sunlight, and noted a striking mixture of birdsong from wrens, woodpecker, great tits and song thrush accompanied by the distant sounds of buzzards mewing overhead.

Buckwell is accessed via a solid surfaced track which is taken directly off the road, which allows for year-round entry into the wood and leads to a handy pull-in area of hardstanding big enough for two cars. Beyond this is a wonderful seating area, providing a focal point for many summer evenings under the tree canopy with family and friends.

Our Forester's Thoughts

Harry says..

"Buckwell Wood is a great example of an amenity woodland and is ready to enjoy immediately. A day of wildlife watching followed by a night under the stars would be a relaxing way to become better acquainted with the landscape, and the dawn chorus will be spectacular to witness!

I would think about coppicing some of the older hazel stools, and re-establishing a rotation system, tackling a different section each winter. This staggered approach creates pockets of varying degrees of regeneration and is a great way to maximise diversity and manage light levels in a relatively small area.

Using the poles from the hazel coppicing, I might weave some hurdles for the seating area, make some walking sticks or even try my hand at charcoal production!"

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