Lickbank Wood £59,000 Freehold
- Dearham, Maryport, Cumbria
- about 5 ⅔ acres
- Cumbria
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From the neighbouring pasture
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Lickbank Wood
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Access from the A594
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Access gate
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Main entrance to the woods
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Ridestop entrance
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Scots pine
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Woodland bench
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Mixed woodland
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Open glade
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Larch
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Hazel catkins
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Looking west
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Alder
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Grasses
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Southern boundary
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Scots pine
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Alder catkins
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Alder + Scots pine
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Drainage channel
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Replanting area
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Replanting area
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Lime fringe
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Stile
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Open ride
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Central access track
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Lickbank Wood
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Central access track
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Solway Firth
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Galloway peninsular
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Lakeland fells
Description
Lickbank Wood lies in the far corner of the larger Moorside Wood, which in itself is located nearby to the Cumbrian village of Dearham, surrounded by agricultural land. Not far from the coastal town of Maryport, this is a quiet corner of Cumbria sitting just outside the Lake District National Park.
The wood is still in its youth, having been planted around 20 years ago on top of a landscaped coal mine, which closed in the 50s. A sensitive mix of planting has meant that the wood is maturing nicely, with forest floor plants such as foxglove starting to colonise. The wood is largely level with a slight dip towards the open grassy area along the southern boundary. From this standpoint, the first fringes of the Lakeland fells can easily be seen.
A small area of the wood, which protrudes into the surrounding pasture, has been clear-felled. This would be an ideal location for a small replanting project to replace the harvested conifers.
Trees
Lickbank Wood is planted with a good selection of native broadleaf species, together with scattered larch and Scots pine. The deciduous species include: ash, cherry, alder and willow. Also included are hazel and rowan; these smaller varieties will help to create an understorey layer, which is vital for the health of the wood as it further matures.
Bramble and gorse can be found along the boundaries, together with several quite large lime trees which fringe the clear-felled area in the south-western corner.
Wildlife
The woodland is an island haven for wildlife amidst open fields. Roe deer and hare find shelter here, evidenced by forms and scrapes in the grass beneath the trees.
Seabirds are frequently seen passing overhead, as are skeins of geese moving from inland roosts to feeding grounds in the nearby Solway Estuary.
A wide variety of small bird species inhabit the woods and can be seen foraging beneath the canopy.
Features
The woodland benefits from a generous hardstanding, ideal for vehicle turning and timber stacking. A rustic bench invites you to sit a while and watch as nature unfolds before you.
Access, tracks and footpaths
The woodland is accessed via the former mine roadway, which links the A594 to the main entrance to the wood. From there, a well-made stone track continues through the wood to Lickbank's entrance.
Rights and covenants
The sporting rights are owned and included in the sale.
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.Activities
In years to come, as the trees mature, a useful source of home firewood could be gathered and processed in the wood. The level topography and scattered open glades makes for an ideal location for occasional family camping and crafting activity.
The wide diversity means that Lickbank Wood is ideal for wildlife observation, the installation of bird and bat boxes would encourage resident wildlife and are great spots to locate a trail-cam to watch nature unfold.
Local area and history
Lickbank Wood takes its name from one of the coal seams, which was exploited beneath the wood in times gone by.
The coal industry was a major factor in the establishment of the nearby towns and villages, with coal being transported out by rail or via the harbour at Maryport. This attractive coastal town was founded in Roman times, and a small museum tells the story of these times.
Wood maps
Wood map
Boundaries
The boundaries of the wood are marked with red-painted top posts.
Find this wood
Location
- OS Landranger: OS No. 89
- Grid ref: NY 054 346
- Nearest post code: CA15 7RJ
- GPS coordinates: 54.698, -3.4678
Location map
Directions
Directions
Lickbank Wood is just off the A594 south of Dearham, about 5 minutes from Maryport and 10 minutes from Cockermouth.
Satnav: the postcode CA15 7RA is for the point shown by the red dot on the location maps.
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Click Here for Directions From Bing Maps enter your own postcode (Lickbank Wood coordinates are already entered) and click on the blue "Go" box. This will take you to the start of the track to the wood off the A594
Our Directions:
- From Maryport, take the A594 towards Cockermouth.
- After about 1 mile and leaving the outskirts of the town, pass the entrance to J Taylor joinery.
- Pass the minor road junction to the left with Hayborough Farm on the corner.
- Take the next right with a woodlands.co.uk signboard
- Continue for 180m and park in the layby on the left, making sure not to block farm traffic on the lane and continue on foot.
- The main entrance to the wood is another m on the left.
- Climb over the stile and continue to the end of the
- The entrance to the wood is via a well-marked ridestop on the right.
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.
An attractive and secluded mixed woodland located near to the West Cumbrian coastal town of Maryport.
