Axil Wood £109,000 Freehold
- Crawley, Winchester, Hampshire
- about 4 acres
- Central England
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Beneath the protection of the canopy
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Access to Axil Wood
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A clearing for base camp
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Oaks frame the view
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A place for nature to thrive
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Sunlight promotes new growth
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From the entrance
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Marker posts along the boundary
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Mixed tree species
Description
Located near the end of a long private woodland track, Axil Wood enjoys a peaceful spot at the edge of open fields. For centuries the seasons have come and gone and the woodland has seen the passing of many generations. They have supported both animal and human life in many different ways; as a source of wood fuel and building material and as a vital food supply. In more recent time they have also become a place of recreation and education.
Trees
The beech trees of Axil Wood themselves provide important homes for the creatures of the forest. The furls of gnarled bark have twisted and warped over the years; to form recesses for nesting birds and bats. Raised root systems, creep across the ground; holes and hollows are excavated by badgers and squirrels for homes within the sanctuary of the mighty beech. This wood also has the addition of an attractive mix of spruce to provide diversity, cover and interest. The budding silviculturalist will know that the wood takes its name from an 'axil', which is the upper angle between a plant's leaf or branch and the stem it attaches to, often containing an axillary bud where new growth, like a leaf, branch, or flower, can emerge.
Wildlife
The fading sunlight of autumn is an enchanting time in the woods. The last of the summer greenery retreats into the woodland floor to seek refuge from the ravages of the coming winter.
There is however still life aplenty to be discovered in this mature beech woodland as small mammals make preparations and feed up on late summer provisions of seeds and berries. The moist air is now perfect for the fruiting fungal blooms on the deadwood of last year's fallen trees and the golden tumbling haze of autumn leaves provides the necessary ground layer of protection for a host of invertebrates.
Rights and covenants
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
Historically this area has been enjoyed by leading members of the clergy and the nobility due to its accessibility from the historic centres of church and state, Winchester and London.
Beyond the boundaries of Axil Wood neighbouring woodland is now enjoyed in private ownership. The wider surrounding area is made up of open countryside but with good access to local towns for essential supplies before a retreat to the woods.
Wood maps
Wood map
Boundaries
Indicative orange coloured markings run though the wood on posts and trees to the north east and south west and along the edge of the access track to the north west and open fields to the south east.
Find this wood
Location
- OS Landranger: OS No. 185
- Grid ref: SU 438 363
- Nearest post code: SO21 2PD
- GPS coordinates: 51.1244, -1.37518
Location map
Directions
The postcode near the entrance is SO21 2PD
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From the east leave the M3 heading west and join the A303 until Bullington Cross. Follow signs to Sutton Scotney heading south along Bullington Lane until signs for the A30. Head west along the A30 for a couple of miles on the Stockbridge Road until the turning left onto the A272. After a further mile turn right towards Crawley and the main entrance to the wood will be found after a couple of hundred metres on your right. The gate here is kept locked but you can park to one side of the gate without obstructing the access. Contact Daniel for the combination code for the padlock.
From the gate proceed straight ahead along the woodland track for 600 metres until it bears sharply to the left. After a further 400 metres you will see the orange boundary markings and wood name sign at the entrance to Axil Wood on your left.
From the north and south leave the A34 just north of Winchester on to the A272 and head north for just over a mile until the left turn onto Crawley Road. The main entrance to the wood will be found after a couple of hundred metres on your right. Follow direction to the wood as above.
How we support our buyers
Membership of the small woodland owners’ group
£300 for a woodland course of your choice
One year's free membership of the royal forestry society
Please note this wood is owned by woodlands.co.uk.
Our regional managers are often out working in our woodlands, so if you email an offer and want to be sure it has been received, please phone our manager on their mobile phone. The first offer at the stated price which is accepted, whether by phone or email, has priority.
Please take care when viewing as the great outdoors can contain unexpected hazards and woodlands are no exception. You should exercise common sense and caution, such as wearing appropriate footwear and avoiding visiting during high winds.
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.
Whatever the season, this woodland in the agricultural heartlands of Hampshire provides a stunning vista of golden light and shadow amongst the towering trunks of mature beech.
