More Wood £89,000 Freehold
- South Mimms, Potters Bar, Hertfordshire
- about 4 acres
- East Anglia
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View through the woods.
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Wood entrance.
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Bench in the woods.
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Track to wood.
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Canopy of trees.
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South boundary.
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East boundary.
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North boundary.
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Parking area.
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Mature Oak Tree.
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Holly.
Description
More Wood is located just a short drive from London, accessed via a stone road from the highway. The main entrance to the larger area of woodland of which More Wood forms part is via a charming set of estate gate pillars showing the grand history of this ancient woodland.
More Wood is an attractive section of the larger area of woodland which is known as Hawkshead Woodland.
The purchasers of the woodland will be asked to enter into a covenantTrees
More Wood is included in the Redwell Wood Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI). The SSSI is described as a complex site comprising both ancient woodland of the Pedunculate oak/hornbeam type and heathland which is uncommon in Hertfordshire. The ground flora reflects different moisture regimes created by the geology and includes bluebell, enchanter’s nightshade, honeysuckle, wood sage, foxglove and species indicative of the wood’s ancient origins such as wood sedge, yellow archangel, yellow pimpernel and dewberry.
The woodland has some large patches of holly which give all round cover for both owners and wildlife. Some small stands of hazel provide nuts which could be roasted on a fire.
Wildlife
More Wood has the huge benefit of being part of a very large area of woodland surrounded by green fields. The mixed habitat of woodland next to open farmland has created a hospitable environment for wildlife, deer are regular visitors along with foxes and hares. It is amazing how much wildlife uses the woodland as a sanctuary.
Features
Tall oaks and a good understorey of hazel and holly surround small open spaces perfect for setting up camp.
Access, tracks and footpaths
An excellent stone track suitable for most family vehicles leads all the way to the wood allowing an owner year round access without the need for a 4x4.
Activities
More Wood provides the opportunity for a new owner to engage in family forestry in a small scale. Managing a mixed woodland and learning bushcraft skills is a great way to escape modern life. The small clearings would make an excellent spot to place bee hives or spend time nature watching.
For those seeking a tranquil retreat it could be ideal for forest bathing This Japanese practice is a process of relaxation; known in Japan as shinrin yoku. The simple method of being calm and quiet amongst the trees, observing nature around you whilst breathing deeply can help both adults and children de-stress and boost health and wellbeing in a natural way. Perhaps the ultimate post covid remedy.
Local area and history
Being so close to the capital yet managing to feel so rural has attracted people to this area of Hertfordshire for centuries. The woodland is named after the neighbouring More Hall and family. Transferred to John More in 1397: the house was renamed More Hall. Edward VI gave this estate to Queen Elizabeth I in 1550 by and it was returned to the More family by Mary Tudor in 1553. Grand neighbours indeed !
Wood maps
Wood map
Boundaries
The boundaries are indicated by sky blue paint markings on trees and boundary stakes. The northern, southern and western boundaries are a line of stakes and paint markings on trees. The eastern boundary is the western edge of the stone access track.
Find this wood
Location
- OS Landranger: OS No. 194
- Grid ref: TL 217 025
- Nearest post code: EN6 3NB
- GPS coordinates: 51.7083, -0.239933
Location map
Directions
- From Welcome Break South Mimms Services M25.
- Head south on Bignells Corner toward St Albans Rd for 433 ft.
- Turn right onto Swanland Rd for 0.2 mile.
- At the roundabout, take the 1st exit onto St Albans Rd for 0.5 mile.
- At the roundabout, take the 1st exit onto St Albans Rd/B556 for 0.9 mile.
- Turn right onto Blackhorse Lane for 0.3 mile.
- Then turn left at Blackhorse Lane for 0.4 mile.
- The road bends sharply right. At this corner the entrance to the woodland is on your left beside the house called Lodge House. At postcode EN6 3NB.
- Head up the stone track, please do drive slowly past Lodge House.
- 50 Metres past Lodge House is a parking area on the right of the track please park here and put a note saying viewing woodland.
- Walk up the hill along the stone track.
- About 300 metres, More Wood will be on your left.
- Satnav/GPS note: the postcode EN6 3NB is for the point shown by the red dot on the location map.
- What3words location for the main woodland entrance is flood.intent.mint.
- For More Wood it is flat.lowest.caller.
How we support our buyers
Membership of the small woodland owners’ group
£300 for a woodland course of your choice
One year's free membership of the royal forestry society
Please note this wood is owned by woodlands.co.uk.
Our regional managers are often out working in our woodlands, so if you email an offer and want to be sure it has been received, please phone our manager on their mobile phone. The first offer at the stated price which is accepted, whether by phone or email, has priority.
Please take care when viewing as the great outdoors can contain unexpected hazards and woodlands are no exception. You should exercise common sense and caution, such as wearing appropriate footwear and avoiding visiting during high winds.
These particulars are for guidance only and, though believed to be correct, do not form part of any contract. Woodland Investment Management Ltd hereby give notice under section 21 of the Estate Agents Act 1979 of their interest in the land being sold.
A very attractive protected woodland within cycling distance from London.
