The canopy of well spaced larger trees is formed of beech, oak, sweet chestnut and ash.

The understory consists of a good mix of smaller trees and shrubs which include beech, sycamore, holly and hazel.

An impressive array of flora and fauna can be seen throughout the seasons. Spring brings bird song and flowers to the woodland whilst the leaves on the trees begin to spread colour throughout.

The height of summer brings ferns and a full canopy of leaves which give shade and shelter.

Autumnal days provide a variety of impressive fungi to discover whilst mammals busy themselves looking to fill up on winter fodder.

Within the heart of Glynn Wood is an impressive stream that flows down the central part of this shallow valley. At the base of this stream is a small area of wetland which attracts frogs and toads. A small pond could be created here in the future to offer additional support to these creatures and create further habitat.

There are some magnificent veteran trees dotted around, especially beech trees. Along the western boundary some of these trees line an old boundary bank which probably dates from the late 18th Century.

Access is from the well-made private track off the A395, which is for the exclusive use of the woodland owners and for the occupants of Westdownend Farm.
There is good internal access within the woodland via a stoned forestry track that follows the eastern edge of Glynn Wood.

Such is the importance of this natural environment that it carries a special local authority Tree Preservation Order designation which is aimed at ensuring its continued existence as an important area of woodland. This will also encourage good woodland management practice as the local Forestry Commission representative and Local Authority Tree Officer are on hand to advise on how best to achieve this.

Glynn Wood is an excellent space for enjoying nature and the great outdoors. A hide could be set up to observe the local populations of birds that frequent the tree canopy. If you are very quiet you can observe deer, foxes and badgers to name but a few of the many animals that share this wood.

A small scale sustainable firewood resource can be achieved with the practice of coppicing the smaller trees within the woodland - this is a process where suitable tree species are selected such as hazel, willow, sweet chestnut and field maple - they are cut to the base and allowed to regrow into a multi stemmed tree which can then be cut on a cycle every few years to provide a long term supply of timber for firewood or woodland crafts.

Having once formed part of the Tregeare Estate, the surrounding area of Glynn Wood is steeped in history. An earthworks at nearby Tregearedown Beacon dates back to the Iron Age. There are records of Tregeare as a surname in this area as far back as 1284 formed from the Cornish word for dwelling (Tre) and fort, or Castle Town (Caer).

Tregeare House was built in the late 1700's by Joseph Baron, the head of a family that lived in the nearby village of Egloskerry (Cornish for Church of Keri). This village was once given away by the first Norman King of England, William the Conqueror, to his half brother Robert Moreton, the Earl of Cornwall.

Glynn Wood is well located with easy access to the stunning north Cornish coast. The surfing beaches of Crackington Haven and Widemouth are within a half hour drive. The coastal town of Bude has 2 magnificent beaches. The fishing port of Boscastle is a must see, where you can also visit the bizzare but fascinating Museum of Witchcraft and Magic.

The nearest settlement is Pipers Pool where St. Breward Church sits, surrounded by peaceful churchyard and beautiful views.

Glynn Wood provides an excellent base to explore Bodmin Moor, a vast area of open countryside with its ancient stone circles, monuments and standing stones. A place of true wild beauty.