Wild woodland is by definition, an uncultivated wood or forest that has been allowed to grow naturally: Glebe Wood fits this definition perfectly, with many wonderful native trees growing shoulder to shoulder. Oak, ash and alder are the larger of the species present, interspersed with their smaller cousins, holly, birch, hawthorn and hazel.

Glebe Wood is accessed via a very good stone track to the ride stop entrance where a vehicle can be turned or wood stacked prior to transportation. The topography of the wood forms a natural amphitheatre; the level central area rises to the north, with further level areas atop the bank. Beneath the canopy a succession of woodland flowers mark the seasons, each in bloom at the appropriate time. Ferns, mosses and a variety of grasses ensure that there is always greenery even when trees are bare.

As one might expect, wildlife is prevalent. Shy roe deer lying up or passing through, perhaps on their way to drink at the stream, nocturnal badgers in their earthen retreat. Even the charming red squirrel burying nuts for the coming winter: a local protection group operates in the woods, with the owner’s permission, to help ensure its survival for future generations.

Bird life is no less prolific, with buzzards wheeling above, woodcock in the thickets, woodpeckers, tits and finches amongst the boughs. Their numbers are swelled even more in the summer months with migrant visitors such as warblers and chiffchaffs.

Glebe Wood takes its name from the formerly common practice of granting land to clergymen as part of their benefice. The presence of hazel coppice stools in the wood shows that historically income was derived from the land. Probably in connection with local mining related industries, previously prevalent in the locality. A glance at the OS map of the area shows a surprisingly large amount of disused railway tracks which serviced this activity. One of these, in particular, has been made into a cycle way featuring steel sculptures designed by local children

Locally: With the charming village of Ennerdale Bridge less than four miles away, this is a quiet and little-visited corner of the Lake District. Nearby, Ennerdale Water is rated as Cumbria's most secluded lake. However, there are plenty of B&Bs and pubs serving the local community and the St Bees to Robin Hood's Bay coast to coast path, which passes to the north of the wood.

Sporting rights: These are owned and included with the land.

Access: A locked gateway leads off a quiet country lane along a solid track, where there is a full right of way (suitable for most cars) to the woodland entrance, leading to internal paths, clearings and a timber stacking area and vehicle turning point.

The purchasers of the woodland will be asked to enter into a covenant