Hefthill woods tree population is a balanced mixture of conifers and broadleaf species. The conifers are mainly spruce with a scattering of larch, with self seeded birch, willow and a sizeable number of alder representing the broadleaves.

The ground flora reflects the considerable length of time that this area has been a woodland. Wood-sorrel, bedstraws and violets take advantage of the open areas created by severed tree stumps. Holly, gorse and bramble grow in and amongst the trees, whilst bilberry and heather populate the numerous small glades and clearings.

A large variety of mosses give a permanent green carpet with numerous fungus emerging seasonally from the verdant fronds.

Feeding flocks of small birds travel throughout the wood in winter, the conifers attracting migrant goldcrests. Tree creepers probe the mossy trunks of the alders whilst wrens and robins forage through the undergrowth, elusive woodcock burst from cover and weave through the trees with surprising agility. Decaying stumps are home to a wide variety of invertebrates that provide food for small birds and mammals. Buzzards and red kites can be seen overhead (a population of red kites were successfully released some years ago at nearby Grizedale). Both red and roe deer roam through the wood creating tracks which can often be followed. Rocky, lichen encrusted outcrops are the ideal place to spot a basking slow worm or sun seeking adder, warming themselves in the morning rays.

The woodland features a small stream which rises within the wood and runs along the eastern boundary for a short while, before exiting under the dry stone wall. Water flowing down historic wheels ruts has been stopped up in a couple of places to form small pools and these have been readily taken over by mother nature.

A previous owner has installed an internal gated fence to allow their dog to roam freely within. This is in excellent condition and could be used again for the same purpose. Alternatively it could easily be repurposed as a deer exclusion zone for rewilding.

Access: Is via Hazelrigg Lane. There is a shared hard-standing area for parking just inside the entrance gate. From the left side follow the track up (right and left turns, right again, up then past a left turn then down over a small ford, up along double bend) then Hefthill Wood is left at the junction with the entrance a little further on. From the main entrance it is a good distance with steep climbs in places.

Although greened over ,the track after the ridestop and the hardstanding beyond, has a good solid stone base which will reveal itself with use.

The sporting rights are owned and included in the sale.

With Lakeland fells to the north and Morecambe Bay to the south, Tithe Wood is perfectly located for exploring the Lake District National Park. Whether sightseeing in a vehicle or taking to the fells on foot there is lots to do around and about. Windermere cruises run from Bowness, Ambleside and Lakeside which are all close at hand.

Generally speaking, most of this areas woodland was originally set over to coppicing. The harvest from this activity supplied the numerous water-powered bobbin mills which once abounded. From these busy mills, countless bobbins and spindles were exported to the textile industries in Lancashire and Yorkshire. Nearby Stott Park mill is a fine example of this, now preserved as a heritage museum.

There are a wide variety B+Bs, eating establishments and other necessary amenities locally.