Linley Meadow is a small and contained parcel of ex-agricultural land which is ripe with potential for woodland creation. Situated on the border between England and Wales, the land formally sits within the county of Powys, but enjoys fabulous views across the valley into The Shropshire Hills. Through the valley floor runs the River West Onny which demarcates the eastern boundary of Linley Meadow, enabling direct access to the water from the land. A small bank of woodland guards the river in the eastern section of the meadow.

Mature trees also flank the meadow to both the north and south, affording strong natural boundaries which offer privacy as well as a source of seeds for natural regeneration. The heart of the land where the open meadow lies has been used in recent years for the grazing of livestock and grass production. It now presents a new owner with the chance to pursue a private conservation project which could include woodland creation, wildflower meadow development or a rewilding scheme. Tree planting could be done for either carbon offsetting purposes or indeed for amenity woodland creation, or perhaps both. There are a number of grants available to support such work.

One enters the meadow in the north west corner just after the access track drops down through the hedgerow – here an area of hardstanding can be found for parking. Thereafter the land has a gentle gradient down towards the belt of woodland through which the river runs. The gradual incline of the ground offers a sweeping spectacle with the Shropshire Hills AONB unfurling to the east, creating a natural amphitheatre of sorts.

It is unusual to find such a small and neatly contained parcel of land with the balance of habitats that Linley Meadow has. It will make a fantastic canvas for either an individual or family to take on and create a nature-based project in this beautiful corner of the Welsh Marches, creating a space that can be nurtured and enjoyed.

The adjoining meadow, Fishpool Meadow, could be purchased in conjunction with Linley Meadow if a larger area of land was required.

The purchasers of the meadow will be asked to enter into a covenant to ensure the quiet and peaceful enjoyment of adjoining woodlands and meadows.