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Sulis Wood - SOLD, Bath - Slightly under 5 acres, £45,000
Sulis Wood is an ancient semi-natural wood on a southwest facing slope of the Avon Valley near Bath.
Originally part of the grounds of the local manor, the woodland has subsequently been enjoyed and managed. Much of this family forestry activity is still in evidence, particularly in a large woodland clearing which provides a perfect camping base within the wood. The tree species are very mixed including ash and sycamore of about thirty years of age together with beech, cherry, horse chestnut, field maple, hazel, holly, hawthorn and yew.
The terrain is uneven with some steep areas but has a large flattish area in the middle amongst the bumps, hollows and gullies. Some interesting rock formations of Bath stone (Jurassic Oolitic limestone) make for a very interesting landscape. This variable terrain is likely to have led to the diverse ground flora (at least 102 species have been recorded) which includes the luxuriant hart's tongue fern, dog's mercury, stinking iris, bluebells and ransoms. Even the elusive Bath asparagus has been spotted. Roe deer have been seen and the dormouse is believed to inhabit the area along with many species of bat including the rare Bechstein's bat. Seventeen different species of bird have been recorded including buzzard, chiffchaff, treecreeper and goldcrest. If you want your own area of woodland to study nature close up then this is the place for you. There are access points directly off the quiet Warleigh Lane including a padlocked gated entrance which will allow for off-road parking . There are no public rights of way across the wood. Sporting rights are included.
The woodland slopes down the valley and beyond the woodland to the Kennet and Avon canal and river Avon. This entire area of woodland was originally owned and managed by Warleigh Manor the seat of the Skrine family from before 1400 until 1956.
There is a an interesting range of wild fungus to be found in the vicinity, in particular there have been recent sightings of the relatively uncommon Magpie inkcap and Jews Ear fungus, a much sought-after edible variety popular in Oriental cuisine
The land is covered by a development clause put in place by a previous owner. This means that if the new owner gets planning permission for a change of use before 2026 then half of the increase in value of the land that results is payable to that previous owner. Woodland management and enjoyment is not affected by this clause.
The purchasers of the woodland will be asked to enter into a covenant to ensure the quiet and peaceful enjoyment of adjoining woodlands and meadows.
- Price: £45,000 Freehold
- Location: Warleigh, Bath
- Size: Slightly under 5 acres for sale
An imposing rock formation
A path through Sulis Wood
Logs ready for the camp fire.
Woodland flora in abundance
A quiet lane alongside Sulis Wood
Parking and access to Sulis Wood
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Boundaries:
Are marked in blue through the wood. Warleigh Lane at the bottom and the A363 at the top are the boundaries of Sulis Wood.
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How to find this woodland
This wood is no longer available. For more woods in the area, please see the regional page or contact our regional manager.
Local manager
Daniel Sharp
01225 859607 or 07780 900192
daniel@woodlands.co.uk
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Location
OS Landranger: OS No 172
Grid ref: ST 793 648
Nearest post code: BA1 8EE
Maps
- See our map of the area below.
- See our detailed map below.
- See Ordnance Survey map of the area from Bing maps
- See aerial photos of the area from Google maps
Directions
From the roundabout on the A4 take the turning A363 Bradford-on-Avon road. After about ¾km turn right along the minor road signed to Warleigh and Conkwell. After about 1½km the narrow road passes through an area heavily shaded by woodland on either side. Pass the entrance to Warleigh Manor on the right, after about 300m there is a metal gate on the left with a 'Woodlands For Sale' sign.
Sat Nav / GPS note: The post code BA1 8EE is for the point shown on the location map by the red dot.
Boundaries:
Are marked in blue through the wood. Warleigh Lane at the bottom and the A363 at the top are the boundaries of Sulis Wood.
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All woodlands are sold at a fixed price, and include free membership of the Small Woods Association and the Royal Forestry Society, as well as £300 towards paying for a course (or courses) to help with managing and enjoying your woodland.
These particulars are for guidance only and, though believed to be correct, do not form part of any contract. Woodland Investment Management Ltd hereby give notice under section 21 of the Estate Agents Act 1979 of their interest in the land being sold.
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