The top two-thirds of the woodland comprises almost entirely mixed broadleaved species such as oak, hornbeam, and beech, with hazel and holly below and a glorious ground cover of bluebells, primroses and wild garlic.

Crossing an old ditch and pathway which runs east - west across the woodland, you enter a very different habitat - here, willow and rhododendron predominate along with further larger broadleaved trees.

There are several small streams passing through the northern section of Galford Wood before entering a ditch which runs just outside the northern boundary, the ground is wetter, more 'peaty' and consequently the plant species found here are quite different too. Woodcock can often be surprised; skulking beneath the denser areas of foliage and there are deer tracks (both roe and red) to be seen in the softer ground throughout this part of the wood.

Bird life within this peaceful habitat is plentiful and includes Greater spotted woodpeckers, Long tailed tits, Treecreepers and Nuthatches to name a few.

Within the centre of the woodland is a woodland shelter that can be used as a hide for wildlife watching or for shelter.

There are pleasant views from the northern edge of the woodland over the meadows that edge the River Lyd.

From the entrance gate to the woodlands, a well-made track leads to Galford Wood and then continues all along the southern boundary of the woodland. A private parking / turning area, also stoned, is positioned a short way along the southern boundary. Within the woodland there are other tracks, some 'formal' ie man-made, others created by the regular passage of creatures (mainly deer) through the woods. There are no public footpaths through the woodland.

The standard covenant applies to this wood.

There is plenty of space for a campervan for overnight stays, or simply come for a relaxing day out and picnic within the trees. There is plenty of firewood to be found.

Galford is a place located on the edge of the nearby village of Lewtrenchard. It is thought to be one of the possible sites of the Anglo Saxon battle of Gafulford that is said to have taken place in 825 AD. The battle took place between the Britons (Wealas) and the Saxons (Defnas). Some versions name the sides as Cornwall and Devon respectively but really the Wealas were a mix of Cornish and Welsh and the Defnas were West Saxons.

Galford seems to be derived from the Anglo Saxon 'Gafol-Ford' meaning tax or tribute ford, a place to pay dues to the Saxon King Egbert.

The river Lyd flows just beyond the northern boundary of Galford Wood, entering the Tamar just a short distance to the west.

Galford Wood provides peace and tranquillity, tucked away amid scenic surroundings and yet within a short distance of the many amenities such as shops, pubs, and restaurants in Lifton and nearby Launceston.

Nearby, Roadford Lake has much to offer water sports enthusiasts as well as a visitor centre which tells the story of how a whole valley (and village) were flooded to create this vast reservoir. Galford Wood is also conveniently located to explore the mysteries and wonders of Bodmin Moor along with the surfing beaches such as Widemouth Bay and Bude along the north Cornwall coast.

Particulars and plans were prepared by our local manager, Stuart Brooking.