The upper part of Kensey Wood is a variety of planted and natural regenerated trees that have grown well since planted around 1990. Species include birch, oak, willow, sycamore and beech.

In contrast the lower, western part of the woodland has some very impressive mature trees such as oak and beech that are well spaced with lots of open ground underneath.

In Spring frogs lay their spawn in shallow pools along the stream and birds flit between branches looking for places to nest and preparing lay their eggs.

It is a joy to see the local population of red deer (Cervus elaphus) who often frequent the woodland and surrounds.

Located along the western edge is an attractive spring fed stream that flows north to the River Kensey, and then east where it joins the River Tamar to head south to the English Channel.

A rustic bench located within the central part of the woodland provides an ideal spot to sit and relax. Whilst visiting do take some time to sit here and take in the surroundings.

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 top edge of Kensey 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.

Plentiful wildlife can be observed from within Kensey Wood - the centre of the woodland would be an ideal place to install a wildlife hide to enhance these experiences.

A small scale sustainable firewood resource can be achieved with the practice of coppicing the smaller trees within the upper woodland area - 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 and then can 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 Kensey 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, a family that had 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.

Kensey Wood is well located with easy access to the stunning north Cornish coast with the surfing beaches of Crackington Haven and Widemouth 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 Museum of Witchcraft and Magic.