SOLD: Spur Wood £109,000 Freehold
- Kilndown, near Lamberhurst, Kent
- 6 ½ acres
- South East England
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Rustic bench among the bluebells and ferns
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Many mature oaks feature throughout Spur Wood
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Mature birch
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Carpet of bluebells
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The ride stop entrance to Spur Wood
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A burr on a birch
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Hard ferns - an ancient woodland indicator
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Bluebells emerging in early Spring
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Mixed mature broadleaves
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Bracken
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Larch and birch along the south boundary
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Mountain ash along the west boundary
Description
Spur Wood is a quiet and attractive ancient woodland situated within the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). It is located about 4½ miles southeast from the village of Lamberhurst. It is part of a larger well-established woodland known as Combwell Wood.
Bluebells flourish in spring and there are glades which would make wonderful spots for private family camping. A rustic style bench has been installed in a clearing amongst the mixed broadleaves.
The minor electricity wayleave, all along the west boundary, brings sunlight into that entire side of the wood. This wayleave helps to encourage butterflies and other invertebrates. There are no public rights of way through the wood and sporting rights are included. Like the adjoining woodlands, Spur Wood is within an SSSI (Site of Special Scientific Interest).
The purchasers of the woodland will be asked to enter into a covenant to ensure the quiet and peaceful enjoyment of adjoining woodlands and meadows.
Trees
Spur Wood comprises mainly broadleaves (sweet chestnut, birch, oak, mountain ash) with the occasional larch. Some chestnut stems have windblown, which could be processed for fuel for heating the home.
Spur Wood has been designated as Ancient Semi-Natural Woodland (ASNW) by Natural England. ASNW is woodland that has been under constant tree cover since at least 1600AD. It is valued as a rich reserve of biodiversity.
Wildlife
There is plenty of opportunity to enhance the habitat for wildlife here, from the simple provision of bird and bat boxes to the management of the tree cover and ground flora.
The SSSI notes that Combwell Wood (of which Spur Wood is a part) has a large number of plants that are typical of south-eastern ancient woodlands, these being particularly associated with the gills and the open rides. Full details of the SSI can be downloaded from here.
Features
- An ancient semi-natural mixed woodland within the High Weald AONB.
- Splendid mature oaks throughout the wood.
- Plenty of sweet chestnut and birch providing a good supply of firewood for the home.
- A rustic bench in a small private clearing among the bluebells and ferns.
Access, tracks and footpaths
Access to Spur Wood is via a single metal gate off Lady Oak Lane (B2079). An owner will be provided the combination number for this locked gate upon completion. A track leads to the ride stop entrance to Spur Wood. Here owners can drive in and park a car within the wood itself.
There are no public footpaths within the wood or adjoining the wood.
Rights and covenants
The wood is sold with the sporting rights.
The owner of Spur Wood will be asked to enter a covenant to ensure the quiet and peaceful enjoyment of the wood.
Activities
Owning a wood is a great opportunity for a new owner to learn about woodland management. Practicing bushcraft, spotting birds, camping privately with family and friends or simply immersing in nature – there is lots on offer in this charming wood.
Local area and history
Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest is less than 1 mile away and offers a world-leading collection of conifers and contains over 12,000 specimen trees. Walking, running and cycling are all on offer here, as well as fantastic on-site café.
For those who love water, Bewl Water is only 4 miles from Spur Wood and offers various water sports, as well as cycling and fishing.
Wood maps
This wood is now sold, please do not visit the wood without the permission of the owner.
Find this wood
This wood is now sold, please do not visit the wood without the permission of the owner.
Location
- OS Landranger: OS No. 188
- Grid ref: TQ 713 342
- Nearest post code: TN17 2SJ
- GPS coordinates: 51.0816, 0.444751
Location map
Directions
Please note, for satellite navigation, use the post code TN17 2SJ. Coordinates to the gate leading to Spur Wood (off Lady Oak Road B2079) are: N51.081893, E0.447226. To find the wood follow the instructions below.
Heading south on the A21
- Heading south past the exits for Royal Tunbridge Wells and Pembury. Go straight over at Kipping’s Cross and continue straight over at the next roundabout (this is the turning to the BP garage and Burger King).
- After approx. 3 miles take the 2nd exit (straight over) at the roundabout onto the dual carriageway continuing on the A21.
- At the next roundabout take the 2nd left continuing on the A21 towards Hastings.
- Continue approx. 6 miles until you reach a turning on the left signposted to Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest, this is the Lady Oak Lane / B2079 towards Bedgebury Cross / Goudhurst.
- Follow the Lady Oak Road (B2079) approx. 1.2 miles north (going past the entrance to Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest on your right). The gate entrance to Spur Wood is directly opposite Park Lane (which is a small road on the right signposted to ‘Forest Office’). The red metal gate entrance to Spur Wood is on your left.
Heading north from Hastings on the A21
- Follow the A21 heading north out of Hastings.
- At Flimwell (about 16 miles from Hastings) stay on the A21 (crossing straight over the B2087) towards Lamberhurst on the A21.
- After approx. 0.8 miles turn right signposted to Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest, this is the Lady Oak Lane / B2079 towards Bedgebury Cross / Goudhurst.
- Follow the Lady Oak Road (B2079) approx. 1.2 miles north (going past the entrance to Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest on your right). The gate entrance to Spur Wood is directly opposite Park Lane (which is a small road on the right signposted to ‘Forest Office’). The red metal gate entrance to Spur Wood is on your left.
Once you arrive at the gate:
- Park in front of the red metal gate (or alternatively contact Ruth Feltham to arrange access).
Climb carefully over the posts and rail to the side of the gate, turning left down the track until you reach the entrance to Spur Wood on the right-hand side of this track with its boundaries marked in BLUE.
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 well-established mixed broadleaved woodland offering a plentiful supply of firewood.
