Mucklewick View £119,000 Freehold
- The Bog, Minsterley, Shropshire
- nearly 11 ¼ acres
- The Welsh Marches
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Huge Pioneer Oak trees
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Stream to the northern end of Mucklewick View
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Quad bike track leading off the parking space
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Welcome to Mucklewick View
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Well-spaced Western Hemlock
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Oaks along the mid area of the wood
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Dappled light
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Mature Western Hemlock
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Dappled spring light
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Stream running along the SW boundary
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Majestic Oaks in the Western Hemlock
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Fancy a paddle?
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Spring growth
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Large areas of Bluebells
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First of the spring flowers
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Historic tracks
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Northern boundary
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More ancient tracks
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Eastern boundary along the access track, Mucklewick View to the left
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Boundary line along the access track, Mucklewick to the right
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Hanging Honeysuckle gardens
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These will smell gorgeous when they flower!
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Flat area by the streams
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Welcome colour after winter
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Bluebell garden
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Bench for a cuppa
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Parking, quad bike track to the right of the oak
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Track down to the stream
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Quad bike track cut across the slope for ease
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Through the mid height wood
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Quad bike track down to the stream
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Honeysuckle ropes
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Mucklewick view inn the afternoon sunshine
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Park to the right of here to visit. Walking access is down to the right
Description
This is a stunning mixed tree woodland alongside a brook, with glades and mature trees: unvisited, and full of wildlife. Trees are a mix of mature and young, coniferous and broadleaf. There are spots along the river ideal for the occasional camp. There are glimpses of the Shropshire Stiperstones.
Whether you use a 4-wheel drive or are happy to walk in, there is a magical woodland awaiting you here.
The majority of the woodland is well-spaced towering western hemlock, further up there are pioneer mature oaks.
Running through the woodland are old historical walkways and tracks. We have gently started quad bike access into the woodland, follow this from the parking area at the top and check out the bench by the stream. What a place this would be to camp! Flat, with a stream trickling by.
Please feel free to explore this hidden gem.
Trees
There are distinct areas of planting in Mucklewick View.
The lower flanks boast towering western hemlock, hybrid larch, and mixed broadleaf planted in 1959.
By the stream there is an abundance of willow, and natural growth.
Within the old stocking area, open spaces have allowed oak, willow, holly and gorgeous areas of hanging honeysuckle and buddleia to thrive.
Wildlife
At the time of writing, the bluebells are just about to flower. There are huge swathes of bluebell foliage on the lower areas.
While we were working there we had muntjac deer passing our camp in the morning light, and were lucky enough to watch a huge buzzard feed on a raptor post. Red kites are common here, as are cuckoos, blackbirds, woodcock to name a few. A trail cam would be fantastic here.
Features
Mucklewick View is a 'U' shaped woodland running below the access track. At the northern end it is steep, but with huge mature trees.
By the two streams there are large flat areas with well-spaced trees.
The parking area is on the upper southern end of the woodland, and has a plateau and space for a vehicle. From here there is quad bike or foot access down to the first of the two streams.
Access, tracks and footpaths
This is the adventurous bit!
Access on foot is easy. Enter the gate and follow the track to the left over a concrete pad and down. Due to the commitment needed here we have placed a few tree trunks to make the footing sure. Alternatively continue along the newer track and before then turning down a grass ride with a steep loose rock section at the far end of the woodland.
The first option is about 500m, and the second around 1000m. A quiet approach often leads to seeing some of the amazing wildlife.
In a vehicle we recommend that this is only driven with a 4x4 vehicle. An experienced driver will enjoy the twists and turns and exciting steep bits. We have taken our quad bike and trailer and a Land Rover there whilst working in the woodland. In damp conditions the grass tracks benefit from a well-cut tyre, low pressure and a gentle use of the throttle.
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 the quieter pursuits 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.
With this woodland though, there is very little reason to want to leave the woodland itself - perhaps on the way home!
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, 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 from Stokesay Castle to the Iron works near Oswestry.
Wood maps
Wood map
Boundaries
All boundaries are marked in Orange. Marking on the ground is indicative only, land registry maps will be supplied during the buying process.
The northern boundary is a fence line adjacent to a field.
The eastern boundary runs along the main access track.
The southern boundary runs through the woodland, it is marked on trees and posts.
The western boundary mostly runs along the two streams.
Find this wood
Location
- OS Landranger: OS No. 137
- Grid ref: SO 337 965
- Nearest post code: SY5 0NJ
- GPS coordinates: 52.5626, -2.97839
Location map
Directions
From the A488 Minsterley to Bishop's 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.
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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.
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Please park considerately here, the track is in use.
The track this far is easily accessible in a normal family car, please note though that there can be standing muddy puddles after rain.
A key for vehicle access will be given to new owners upon completion.
Mucklewick View can be accessed on foot from the gate. At the end of the fence there is an "X" of rail that allows foot access down to the track.
Follow the new upper track for about 500m until you reach the shared turning circle. At the hairpin take the steep track to the left and follow this down approximately 500m to the entrance to Mucklewick View on your right.
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Follow the steep left hand turn off the upper track down towards the lower part of the wood for 500m.
Mucklewick View is clearly marked on your left.
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 stunning mixed woodland next to bubbling brooks in the heart of the rolling Shropshire Hills. This is a place for adventures!
