SOLD: Druman Wood £49,000 Freehold

Burgie, Forres, Morayshire
nearly 4 acres
Northern Scotland

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Young regenerating wood
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Burn
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Scots Pine
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Heavily wooded
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Bench
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Drystone wall
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Multi stemmed alder
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Rowan
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Heavily browsed holly
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Mix of species
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Mosses
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Young pine
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Alder
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Young oak
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Wildflowers
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Face in the fungi
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Description

This is a lovely regenerating woodland with a diverse mixture of flora and fauna. The land is relatively flat; easy to traverse and wind your way through and explore. The track side is more open with younger vigorous growth, with more mature trees deeper into the back of the woodland; space to lose oneself in.

Throughout Druman Wood the wonderful diversity stands out, whether on the forest floor, a good sign of a healthy vibrant woodland, or higher up in the protective, bigger trees. As always it is the smaller things that are sometimes the most interesting, whether it is wildflowers, fungi or mosses. A plethora of small insects and mammals make their homes within the woods and it is only with time spent observing that these delights will show themselves.

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

A diverse mixture of old and young trees in this regenerating woodland, with a couple of lovely mature and characterful Scots pine on the northern boundary. Plenty of scope too for additional planting in the main body of the wood, benefitting from the shelter of the surrounding trees.

Wildlife

These woods are perfect for setting up wildlife cameras to see what lives and moves about the woods when people are not present.

Features

A real asset to the woodland is the small but lovely stream that runs the length of the woodland boundary; it will prove to be a magnet for large and small mammals.

Access, tracks and footpaths

The access tracks are due to be attended to when the weather and ground conditions are appropriate.

Rights and covenants

All sporting rights are included in the sale.

Activities

The location lends itself as a holiday destination and will provide the perfect spot for summer camps or as a place to park a campervan.

Local area and history

Burgie Woods are close to Forres which is a town and former royal burgh in the north of Scotland on the Moray coast, approximately 25 miles (40 km) northeast of Inverness and 12 miles (19 km) west of Elgin. There are many geographical and historical attractions nearby such as the River Findhorn, and there are also classical, historical artifacts and monuments within the town itself, such as Forres Tolbooth and Nelson's Tower. Brodie Castle, the home of the Brodie Clan, lies to the west of the town, close to the A96.

Findhorn Bay witnessed a brief episode in the 1745 Jacobite rising. In March 1746 the French brigantine Le Bien Trouvé entered the tidal waters with dispatches for Bonnie Prince Charlie but her departure, with the Prince's aide-de-camp on board, was delayed by the arrival of two British men-o'-war.

Wood maps

This wood is now sold, please do not visit the wood without the permission of the owner.

Find this wood

This wood is now sold, please do not visit the wood without the permission of the owner.

Location

OS Landranger: OS No. 27
Grid ref: NJ 100 587
Nearest post code: IV36 2QZ
GPS coordinates: 57.6101, -3.50718

Location map

Directions

From Inverness take the A96 to Forress
Continue through Forress staying on the A96
About two miles out on the way to Elgin take a right hand turn signposted to Glenburgie Distillery and Califer viewing point
Go past the distillery and through some farm buildings and continue up the hill
There is an entrance to the woodland track on the right hand side, please park here
Walk approx. 150m to the track on the right.
Continue through the wood for 100m and the ridestop entrance is on the left.

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.

An easily managed deciduous woodland with a charming running burn, close to Findhorn Bay and within easy reach from Inverness.