woodland for sale

Exact Location, viewing Instructions and further details can be found in our brochure below.A mostly mixed conifer woodland with Douglas fir, Norway spruce and some oak in rural Devon with recreational opportunities.Winterfell Wood is found not far from the entrance to a wider woodland that has largely been felled followed by a scheme of planting, along with the results of some natural regeneration. Located in a peaceful rural location in North Devon, access is through a locked gate via a series of narrow roads and stone tracks.Situated over gently sloping loamy and flinty soils, the mature canopy primarily comprises Douglas fir and Norway spruce along with a small area of larch towards its southeastern side. Occupying the northwest and southeast peripheries are a blend of broadleaves that include oak standards, ash, birch and willow; some of these could create a modest stock of fuel for a new custodian. Within the shrub layer you will find clumps of holly, rowan, hazel coppice and hawthorn.Where space permits, wildflowers such as cowslip, foxglove, primrose and the odd bluebell are in attendance. Fruitful blackberry bushes could provide the key ingredient for some tasty jam. The area is regularly visited by both red and roe deer, foxes, badger and a number of acoustic songsters. Skylark, buzzard and green woodpecker have been identified here too.A number of thinning racks present good access for management purposes if required and could be enhanced further with a strimmer and chainsaw. Wonderful views from many of the boundaries can be enjoyed with glimpses of the River Taw to the northwest.Winterfell presents a fantastic opportunity for a new owner to determine its future, be it small-scale commercial forestry or amenity, or perhaps combining the two.Our Forester'sThoughtsSam says..."Practising bushcraft skills would be a fun prospect and perhaps some occasional camping too – applying a ‘leave no trace’ policy to maintain the natural beauty at this lovely location. A more confident forester might select a conifer or two to build a tool store. I would of course remove some of the timber to create a log supply for my log burner at home."Please remember some management operations require approval and/or a licence.