Rimes Wood £85,000 Freehold
- Tadley, Basingstoke, Hampshire
- over 3 acres
- Central England
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Bluebells at the wood's edge
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A sheltered camping spot
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A clearing overlooking farmland
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Open space at the entrance
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Spring flowers
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The access track leading to the wood
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Sunlight on the forest floor
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Along the southeast boundary
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Looking through the trees
Description
A clean, fresh breeze blows over the open fields adjacent to Rimes Wood, encouraging a variety of delicate mosses and algae to flourish in the shadows of towering oak, and western red cedar deep within the wood. Stunning woodland flora lie undisturbed in the grassy clearings at the woodland fringes. Amongst these are spring bluebells and the purple flowers of the hedge woundwort that is such an irresistible draw for bees and is thought to have been used in traditional medicine due to its healing properties. Wild fungus from nature's larder at Rimes Wood can also be put to good use by the expert forager.
There is easy vehicular access to the woodland along a well made track accessed via a secure gateway. The future of this precious woodland environment will be conserved and enjoyed by a community of like-minded private owners of adjacent woodlands.
The landscape here is a stunning rural vista that can be fully enjoyed form the elevated north western boundary of Rimes Wood where light from the adjacent open field penetrates through the dense tree cover, stimulating growth of woodland plants and grasses on the forest floor. A grassy woodland ride along this boundary provides an easy wander through the best of English nature.
Trees
Larger trees originally provided a shelter belt along the open filed boundary for the planting of a western red cedar in the 1960s. These have now reached maturity and provide and impressive sight in this established woodland environment. The timber is much prized for its natural resistance to decay, insects and moisture.
Wildlife
An English woodland is a vibrant ecosystem that supports a wide variety of wildlife.
Among the creatures you might encounter are roe deer—shy, graceful animals often seen in the early morning or at dusk.
Foxes, badgers, and hedgehogs are also common residents, foraging through the undergrowth or moving silently beneath the trees.
The woodland canopy and branches are alive with birdsong, home to a variety of species including owls, woodpeckers, and buzzards, to name just a few.
Features
At the southern boundary a sheltered grassy clearing sits beneath veteran oak at the woodlands edge. These glorious views provide a stunning backdrop for viewing sunsets over the open farmland.
Access, tracks and footpaths
This is a very peaceful and private wood with no public footpaths.
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
The number of tumuli or burial mounds in the surrounding area indicate that there is long history of settlement around modern day Tadley and Baughurst, dating back to the iron age and beyond.
In more recent times the area has been home to some of our most noteworthy eighteenth / nineteenth century figures. Jane Austen lived for a while nearby in Steventon and Sir Arthur Wellesly the 1st Duke of Wellington made this area part of his estate. Nearby a local hostelry bearing his name makes for a delightful stroll across the fields from Rimes Wood.
Wood maps
Wood map
Boundaries
Boundaries are indicated by pink markings along the track edge to the north east and south east. A drainage ditch runs between Rimes Wood and open fields to the north west and to the south west there is a drainage ditch to neighbouring woodland.
Find this wood
Location
- OS Landranger: OS No. 185
- Grid ref: SU 590 597
- Nearest post code: RG26 5LA
- GPS coordinates: 51.3335, -1.1543
Location map
Directions
From the A339 between Newbury and Basingstoke take the first turning north to the village of Ramsdell and then left from the crossroads at the village centre onto the Baughurst Road for 400 metres until a right hand turn to West Heath. After another kilometre and a half there is a sharp right turn onto Church Road past some farm buildings. Then, after 500 metres you will see the first of two 'woodlands for sale' signboards on your left. After the second signboard there is a locked entrance gate into the woodland.
From Tadley, leave the A340 (Tadley Hill) at the roundabout and turn west along New Road for approx 800 metres until a left turn onto Church Road. After about a kilometre you will pass St Peters Church on your left and after a further 800 metres you will reach the signboard and entrance gate to the woodlands on your right. From here follow the instructions as below.
You can pull off the lane near here, being careful not to cause an obstruction and climb the gate to follow the woodland track as it proceeds ahead. After 250 metres or so take a left turn and after a further 150 metres the track terminates at a grassy clearing at the entrance to Rimes Wood.
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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.
A woodland of rich plant life beneath a mature canopy of mixed broadleaf and coniferous trees overlooking the delightful rural landscape of Hampshire.
