Tay Wood £89,000 Freehold

Standburn, Avonbridge, Falkirk
just over 8 ¾ acres.
Northern Scotland

Birch on peat plateau
Camping spot
Magical woody den
Good timber
Window into the woods
Old birch
Light and dark
Signs of a home
Blueberry bushes
Fungi
Shiny shroom
Stream
Glorious tree
Open rough grass
Potential planting area
Ash
Thistle seed heads
Conifer
Ash
Fern
Wild flower
Open area
Benches
Ride through conifer
Happy place
Wood sign

Description

Tay Wood is a slightly larger than offering and lies in a secluded corner of Gateside Woods, with excellent access through two ride stops. The first crosses the burn and heads into the main stands of conifer, allowing convenient access for any future timber management. The second access, sitting within an area of ash, is to an area of hardstanding that will easily accommodate a couple of vehicles. This will act as a good base with two benches installed, a good place to stop a while and take in the environment or tend a campfire. This dense ash plantation, like the most of the ash within the UK, has unfortunately been affected by ash dieback. Current guidance is to leave ash standing unless there is a need or desire to fell it It is believed that some specimens will survive the disease and go on to be the hope of future generations. One aspect of the disease is that there is a fair amount of firewood to come out of here and it is convenient to the access. If this was to be done, we would recommend replanting with a mix of native species to mitigate against future diseases.

A valuable feature to Tay Wood, and not often found within woodland, is the meandering burn, passing through an open grassy area adjacent to a section of older birch woodland This is the most natural looking part of Tay Wood and will act as a good seedbank for potential seed to spread into the more open grassy areas.

This is a lovely woodland that affords privacy and tranquility as well as being a good project for whoever takes it on. There is scope for opening up the conifer areas to allow more light to the forest floor and the establishment of more paths, a task easily completed with hand tools. Taken as a whole there is an incredible depth of diversity within Tay wood, making it very attractive indeed.

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

There are two large conifer stands that will produce a good volume of timber in due course, some selective thinning could be carried out now subject to the necessary permissions.

A generous volume of birch is growing very well around the woodland in general and creates a very lovely ancient feel.

A large stand of ash that has been affected by ash die back would allow for an immediate source of good quality firewood and the opportunity to plant a more diverse mix of trees, facilitating a move away from the monoculture approach.

Wildlife

Deer and other larger mammals frequent Gateside, as well as the wide variety of birdlife.

Badgers are ever present within the woods at Gateside and a joy to observe on an evening watch. These fantastic creatures are mainly nocturnal and extremely shy of humans , wildlife cams will open up a window into the badgers world. It is illegal to interfere with a bager sett in any way.

Features

An all year round burn runs through Tay Wood that can be fast flowing when in spate. It is a valuable asset and will act as a focal point for wildlife.

Some open area of grassland provides further diversity and would be an ideal place to add additional planting; perhaps a woodland orchard.

Access, tracks and footpaths

The access tracks have recently been maintained and renewed with on site stone and there is plenty of material for any future collective repairs to the shared track.

Rights and covenants

All sporting rights are sold with the woodland however mineral rights have been retained by the coal board as it was an old mining site. Due to the effects of burning fossil fuels, the likelihood of coal ever being extracted again is so low, as to be nigh on zero.

Activities

This woodland would suit someone prepared to immerse themselves into woodland management and guide the woodland to its next life.

Local area and history

Gateside Woodland sits directly next to the small ex-mining village of Standburn, with the closest town being Falkirk about 6 miles away.

Falkirk sits on the junction of the Forth and Clyde and Union Canals and as such became an important trade route and hub of heavy industry in the 18th and 19th centuries. The steel industry was dominant as was coal mining, necessary to feed the engine of industrialisation. The area is now more dependant on tourism and retail with many old mining sites reverting to woodland.

Nearby attractions include the Falkirk Wheel and The Helix , home of the famous Kelpie art installation.

Edinburgh is only twenty miles away and Glasgow 30 miles making these woods very accessible from the city.

Wood maps

Wood map

Boundaries

Boundaries are marked by orange painted posts.

Find this wood

Location

OS Landranger: OS No. 65
Grid ref: NS 926 740
Nearest post code: FK1 2HN
GPS coordinates: 55.9478, -3.72153

Location map

Directions

Coming in from the M9.
Take the A801 heading towards Armadale
At the first roundabout take the B825 heading towards Avonbridge.
The woods are just past the village of Standburn on the left.
Park by the metal gate but in a way that does not restrict access.
Following the track to bottom and Tay Wood is on the left hand side.

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 larger woodland close to Edinburgh with many hidden corners.

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