Cranberry Wood £55,000 Freehold
- The Bog, Minsterley, Shropshire
- nearly 3 ½ acres
- The Welsh Marches
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Some of the mature Beech within Cranberry Wood
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Hidden bench in a clearing
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Magnificent Beech and Bluebell carpet
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Fast growing Larch area
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A carpet of Stitchwort flowers
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Could this be one of the famous Linley Beeches?
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Track within the woodland
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Boundary on the east
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Bluebells in the spring light
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Open areas over looking the Stiperstones Park
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Areas of Larch
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Rowan flowers
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All boundaries marked in green
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Track leading into the woodland
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Cranberry Wood on the right
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Those beeches are magnificent - perhaps planted in 1870?
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Welcome to Cranberry Wood
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Southern tip of Cranberry Wood
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Old extraction Track
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This is a stunning woodland!
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View across the fields to Cranberry Wood
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Main entrance into the mother woodland, park here for viewing
Description
Cranberry Wood is a flat, well spaced woodland that is easily accessed on the newly laid track from the main gate. It has some of the most beautiful mature beech Trees that we have seen, they were probably planted in the 1870's! It is predominantly flat, well drained and has a variety of flowers, grass areas, coniferous and deciduous trees.
Old internal extraction routes run through the woodland which could be improved upon or left as they are. These lead to open areas, and where the light hits the understorey there are wonderful woodland flowers, sorrel, bluebells etc.
There are also a mix of many other trees, birch, holly, larch to name a few.
The location is next to the Stiperstones National Nature Reserve, which makes it a perfect base from which to explore. It is also close to the Minsterley ranges.
The access route is vehicle accessible, a key will be given upon purchase.
Trees
As mentioned, there are some majestic mature Beech trees. Also there are some well spaced larch, with holly, birch and rowan.
Wildlife
The woodland is home to a few deer, we are aware of 2 species, roe and muntjac — a true asset to the local ecosystem and a magical sight. There is also evidence of badgers and other mammals.
The woodland is also rife with numerous songbirds, raptors and smaller birds.
There is a huge spread of bluebells in the spring, lying dormant through the rest of the year, as are the stitchwort and other woodland flowers.
Features
A large, easily accessed woodland, flat with old extraction tracks running through it. The views across Stiperstones Park are stunning, and to the north-west is open countryside.
Being at the top of the hill the ground is well drained, with very productive soil; evident in the quality of foliage.
Access, tracks and footpaths
Access to the main entrance into Brookshill is via a right of way over a farm track. The track within Brookshill is recently improved, giving simple access to Cranberry Wood.
Paths within the wood are simple to move around on, and could be improved with some further brush-cutting if desired. Animal and historical woodland working tracks could be simply improved for walking access, or with a bit of work quad bike access would be possible.
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
As you might imagine, the area is full of outdoor things to do, from quieter pursuits all the way to rifle shooting at the neighbouring Minsterley Ranges.
The Shropshire Hills National Landscape website provides a huge amount of information that helps inspire days out.
Local area and history
The wood is within sight of the Stiperstones National Nature Reserve and very close to the Bog visitor centre.
Around 5 miles away, in Wales, is the small village of Churchstoke, and here you’ll find a couple of restaurants, fuel and a supermarket.
The wider area of Shropshire has a huge amount of interest for visitors to explore.
Wood maps
Wood map
Boundaries
All marked boundaries are indicative, they are marked in green.
The boundary to the north, south and west run alongside clear tracks.
The boundary to the east is next to a neighbouring field.
Find this wood
Location
- OS Landranger: OS No. 137
- Grid ref: SJ 084 547
- Nearest post code: SY5 0NJ
- GPS coordinates: 52.5655, -2.97257
Location map
Directions
Directions
From the A488 Minsterley to Bishops Castle Road take the turning signposted for Shelve and Minsterley Ranges.
Follow this road for 2 miles, then at the T-junction turn right.
Continue along this road for around a mile, then the entrance to Brookshill farm and Minsterley Ranges will be on your right. ///shorthand.pencil.front
If navigating using satnav, note that the nearest postcode SY5 0NJ is before the turning off the road that leads to the wood. Minsterley Ranges Google pin
Follow the farm track until you reach a cattle grid. At this point there will be a cow shed and new concrete forebay to your right and three tracks ahead. Take the middle track straight ahead of you.
Continue to the end of the track, and park near the wooden gate into the wood, without blocking the gate into the wood or the gate into the field. This point is at ///enabling.jiffy.inspects
Please note that Cranberry Wood is accessed on foot from the gate. Follow this track for about 500m) until you reach the shared turning circle. From here you will see the entrance to the right off the turning circle.
Upon purchase a key will be given to owners for vehicle access all the way to the wood.
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 flat mature woodland in a remote location, next to The Stiperstones.
