Caltram Wood £115,000 Freehold

Benderloch, Oban, Argyle & Bute
just under 7 acres
Northern Scotland

Mature trees
High canopy
Woodland entrance
Ferns
Abundance of vegetation
Jungle
Fallen tree
Blue sky
Birch stem
Oak leaf
Stream
A riot of fern
Possible camping spot
Birch bark
Oak
Sycamore
Moss covered bark
Bench
Autumn colours
Woodland sign
Main woodlands sign

Description

This really is a gem of a woodland with a fantastic mix of mature trees along the disused railway line and a naturally regenerating woodland throughout the rest of the 7 acres. The walk down the old railway line, that now acts as the main access for the wood, is flanked by fine specimens on either side.

The biodiversity within this woodland is second to none and a visit is essential to get a true picture of the joys of natural regeneration. The majority of woodland across Scotland is dominated by large mono culture plantations that are more and more susceptible to tree disease, so it is always a pleasure to come to a woodland where the sheer variety of nature dominates and overwhelms.

This will be a fantastic project for someone whether it is purely observing or gently tinkering. Early viewing is recommend as small and manageable woodlands do not come up often in this part of western Scotland.

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

There is a growing interest in hut, bothy and temporary shelter building, especially in Scotland; for those interested in erecting a hut or shelter, here is some interesting and very helpful guidance from Reforesting Scotland’s Thousand Hut Campaign. Your Local Planning Authority should also be consulted.

Trees

The old railway has some lovely mature trees on either side of the track, a mixture of sycamore, birch and oak creating quite a magical walkway as well as providing a useful seed bank for the rest of the regenerating woodland.

Wildlife

There are tell tale trails throughout the woodland and in spring the woods are alive with birdsong, creating a real cornucopia of wildlife delights.

Features

There is a good stream that comes in from under the road to run next to the old railway line, perhaps a handy place to fill the kettle.

Access, tracks and footpaths

Access is excellent off the main road with the old railway line consisting of a good bed of type 1 once the vegetation is scraped off. This track could be cleared further if vehicle access was required further into the wood. A number of footpaths have been created within the main body of the wood.

Rights and covenants

All sporting and mineral rights are sold witht he wood.

Activities

There are all sorts of potential with this woodland for those wanting to explore woodland heritage such as charcoal making and coppicing. With rising energy prices a good sustainable supply of firewood becomes very attractive.

Local area and history

The woodland is located close to Benderloch, a village in Argyll and Bute. The name is derived from Beinn eadar dà loch, meaning "mountain between two lochs". Benderloch lies on the A828 road in the coastal parish of Ardchattan. Glencoe and Fort William sit a short distance to the north of the woodland with Oban just a short drive away for all necessary amenities as well as being a gateway to the Islands.

Wood maps

Wood map

Boundaries

Free standing boundary markers are painted blue

Find this wood

Location

OS Landranger: OS No. 49
Grid ref: NM 914 399
Nearest post code: PA37 1RY
GPS coordinates: 56.5056, -5.38972

Location map

Directions

From the south come up on the A85
Cross over the Carron Bridge to head north
Go through the village of Benderloch
About a mile outside the village the woods are on the left hand side next to a large woodlands for sale sign
Park here ensuring you do not block the cycleway
Climb over the fence and the woodland is on the right hand sign, walk down the old railway line till you reach the main body of the wood.

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 fantastic West Coast woodland, about eight miles from Oban and about forty miles from Fort William.

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