Shackleton Wood £65,500 Freehold

Brucklay, near Maud, north Aberdeenshire
about 6.25 acres
Northern Scotland

Woodland sign
Gateway in
Fields next to track
Internal shared track
Boundary marker
Ride
Deciduous glade
About to bloom
Cherry leaf
Cherry leaf
Large pond
Spring flowers
Wildlife pond
Hawthorn in leaf
Bones amongst the grass
Mature alder
Potential camping area
Fantastic aspect
Edge of pool
South Ugie water
Handy watering hole
Good size water course
Comfrey
Reeds
Great ecosystem
Looking back across the woodland
Avenue of alder
Spring growth
Sycamore buds
Far boundary
Shadows
Sunlight through sycamore
Field boundary stone

Description

Access is taken from the farm along a stone track with fields to the left and woodland to the right, the track ends at a double metal gate that is the shared access to Shackleton and Elliot woods. Shackleton is the wood on the lefthand side as per the map provided. A couple of rides split the main body of spruce and these could be increased for larger vehicular access. Alternatively, access can be taken on the shared track that leads down to the pond.

This area around the pond is by far the highlight of the woodland, with open grassy glades inviting campers to share it. There is plenty of scope for additional planting here and around the far side too. Alongside the far boundary is the fast flowing south Ugie Water, always a desirable feature when looking at buying a woodland.

The views on the far side of the wood are wonderful and would be my choice for a woodland shelter; it is very private and does not overlook any buildings.

These woods are well worth a visit to see if they are a good fit.

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 main body of woodland is spruce that has shown good growth, along with a large area of open deciduous trees, creating an excellent amenity woodland.

Wildlife

Wildlife is abundant with the close proximity to water providing good watering access for all types of small mammals, these woods are very private and would be relatively undisturbed by walkers .

Features

The main feature is the large pond that is shared with the neighbouring woodland as well as its proximity to the fast flowing South Ugie water.

Access, tracks and footpaths

There is full right of access along a shared stone farm track leading up to the wood continuing down to the pond area. The final 50m cto the pond would benefit from some additional stone, so as to get 2 well drive access, right down to the edge of the stream. The track leading as far as the wood however is more than adequate.

Rights and covenants

All sporting and mineral rights are sold with the woodland.

Activities

These woods lend themselves to all manner of activities , from sustainable woodfuel production to camping adventures with great potential for hut building.

Local area and history

Shackleton Wood is historically part of the old Brucklay Castle & Estate grounds, that covered a swathe of the South Ugie Water valley in the old county of Buchanshire. Maud village, with its good local facilities, including a shop and hotel pub, are within about 2 miles walk of Boyton Wood, via quiet roads or the nearby Formantine and Buchan Way. The larger village of Mintlaw and the coastal town of Peterhead are within 5 and 12 miles east respectively. New Deer village is a few miles west and Ellon, Turriff and Fraserburgh towns are within about 20 mins drive. The City of Aberdeen is about 30 miles and 45 mins drive to the south.

Wood maps

Wood map

Boundaries

Boundaries are clearly marked by fences or stone walls with green topped marker posts dividing the two woods.

Find this wood

Location

OS Landranger: OS No. 30
Grid ref: NJ 914 495
Nearest post code: AB42 4QN
GPS coordinates: 57.5359, -2.1444

Location map

Directions

Shackleton Wood is located about 2 miles north of Maud village.

From Maud head northeast on the B9106 until you reach the junction with the A950.
Turn left onto the A950 heading northwest for about 1 mile and then turn off onto the first left road leading to the Mains of, and Aulton of, Atherb.
After travelling about 1½ miles west along this road you will see the wooden gate entrance to Atherb Wood and attached "Woodlands For Sale" sign on your right. Carry on past and halfway through the farm is a track to the left with a for sale sign on the telegraph pole.
Please park here in front of the gate when viewing and walk down to the woods .
The entrance is about 300m on your right.

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

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.

This great little wood has a large pond, next to a small river with plenty of open space.

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