Coed Y Foel £75,000 Freehold
- Maentwrog, nr Penrhyndeudraeth, Gwynedd
- over 4 ⅓ acres
- North Wales
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Cabin nestled in the woods
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Croeso - Welcome to Coed Y Foel
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Large mature Oaks
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Bilberries - llus in Welsh
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Cabin and storage box
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Boundary on the west and small stream
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Woodland floor is carpeted with young Oaks
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Moelwyn Mawr Mountain through the canopy
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Bilberries and rock outcrops
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Southern boundary is an ancient wall
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Silver Birch
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Features in the ancient Welsh walls
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Blue spring sky
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Clychau Gog - Bluebells
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Dappled light on the mature trunks
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External view of the shed
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Internal view of the shed showing wood burner
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Large newly created parking area
Description
Coed y Foel is a beautiful broadleaf woodland nestling in the heart of Eryri. A small cabin gives a comfortable place to sit and relax; a flat plateau on the side of the very northern tip of the wild Rhinogydd. Views across to the Moelwynion mountains and down to the Dwyryd Estuary peek between the beautiful canopy.
From the recently created car parking area, ascend via a small path to the hut, or explore across to the southern tip of the woodland. The western side has a small stream, with the vegetation reflecting this lifegiving dampness. The vegetation changes through the year, from bluebells and spring flowers, through to the bilberries and areas of heather, there is nearly always something to attract pollinators. The birdlife is vast, we've seen Buzzards, Goshawks, songbirds and plenty of "Little Brown Ones".
Trees
Coed Y Foel is rich in species found in the ancient woodlands of the area, more information can be found here:
https://www.woodlandtrust.org.uk/trees-woods-and-wildlife/habitats/ancient-woodland/
Trees include Birch, Willow, Hazel, Beech, Oaks and Sycamore. The mature trees are well spaced, meaning that there is a well-established under-canopy which is great for biodiversity. Check out the huge number of oak saplings in areas that get the light!
Wildlife
The woodland is renowned for its bilberries (llus in Welsh). They bloom typically in mid-spring, peak season for picking is June to August. Bluebells and various Worts and Sorrels are on the floor of the woodland, and on the stone walls.
Birds: The mature upland oak woods along the river are home to woodland birds, including pied flycatchers, redstarts, and wood warblers. Raptors such as Buzzards and Goshawks have been seen flying overhead.
The woodland is full of a huge variety of mosses.
The local area is renowned for its wildlife, so if you ever leave the woodland be prepared to be inspired!
Features
Within the woodland, a small cabin with a wood burner provides a cosy place to have a break whilst working in the woods. The buyer will be given the key to this upon purchase. Whilst waterproof and insulated, a new owner may want to shore up the roof with a more robust covering.
The small stream to the west seems to flow in all but the very driest months, and adds a pleasant background soundtrack to the other natural sounds of the woodland.
Access, tracks and footpaths
A recently improved stone track leads up from the main road, through a series of 4 gates.
Within the woodland there are some small sheep-track type paths, perfect for exploring.
On the OS map there is a Public Footpath marked, but the beginning and end of this path, outside the woodland are hard (if not impossible) to find, so these really don't get used at all.
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.
Activities
What a location in Eryri National Park! There are so many activities and things to do locally! For the adventurous and skilled the northern end of the Rhinogydd is within walking distance (Moel Ysgafarnagod is 5km away). The whole area is renowned for its hut and stone circles. Bryn Cader Faner is probably the best known, but there is more to find!
Places to visit:
Ceunant Llennych - National Nature Reserve https://naturalresources.wales/days-out/places-to-visit/north-west-wales/ceunant-llennyrch/?lang=en
Portmeirion - https://portmeirion.wales/
Walk
https://www.alltrails.com/en-gb/trail/wales/gwynedd/coed-gelli-grin-circular
The newly opened Slate Trail Walk
Dyffryn Maentwrog walk https://eryri.gov.wales/walk/dyffryn-maentwrog-woods-and-llyn-mair-path/
Cycling
- Cycle routes 8 and 82 nearby and also Coed Y Brenin and the thrilling downhill track at Antur Stiniog
Places to eat
The Grapes, The Oakley Arms and The Castle Cottage in Harlech.
Places to stay
There is a Premier Inn in Porthmadog and camping at Llechrwd
Local area and history
This area is rich in history, from the fables of the Mabinogion, and epic battles between Pryderi and Gwydion, to Bronze Age life and more recently the Slate Trade.
Below are some links of interest:
Slate Quays : https://www.festipedia.org.uk/wiki/Afon_Dwyryd_Quays
The intriguing history of the local Slate Boat workers - https://www.festipedia.org.uk/wiki/Philistines
Oakley family and Mabinogion - https://heneb.org.uk/hcla/vale-of-ffestiniog/area-18-maentwrog/
Slate in Maentwrog - https://www.llechi.cymru/sites/default/files/14-Maentwrog-CMP.pdf
Wood maps
Wood map
Boundaries
The boundaries are marked in blue.
The north-south boundary runs through the woodland in a straight line from the turning circle to the highest point where the two old stone walls meet.
The western boundary is a small stream.
The southern boundary is adjacent to the track and turning circle.
Find this wood
Location
- OS Landranger: OS No. 124
- Grid ref: SH 641 395
- Nearest post code: LL41 4HY
- GPS coordinates: 52.9363, -4.02297
Location map
Directions
Main Gate Entrance at ///sprayer.chuck.lush
Parking for viewing at https://maps.app.goo.gl/UzSGwWor5TUYtFQy9
From the North and East
Head to Maentwrog on the A487. From here follow the A496 which is the coastal road running between Blaenau Ffestiniog/Maentwrog and Harlech.
Follow this in the direction of Harlech. Passing the turning for the Hydro Power Station, after 3.6km you will see the Wooden Woodlands.co.uk gate and main entrance to the mother woodland and Coed Y Foel on your left.
As this track is in use, please park at the the layby at
https://maps.app.goo.gl/UzSGwWor5TUYtFQy9
From the South
Head to Harlech on the A496. From here follow the A496 which is the coastal road running between Harlech and Porthmadog.
Follow this until you reach the turning and bridge for Penrhyndeudraeth and Porthmadog. Continue straight towards Maentwrog.
Please park in the layby just before the woodland at https://maps.app.goo.gl/UzSGwWor5TUYtFQy9
After the layby you will see the Wooden Woodlands.co.uk gate main entrance to the mother woodland (and Coed Y Foel) on your left. A key to this gate will be given to new owners.
Coed Y Foel is a 350m walk up the hill on this track. Please refer to woodland maps for directions.
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 secluded, quiet ancient woodland deep in the heart of Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park, with a small cabin elevated above the Dwyryd Estuary.
