This is a unique woodland in a wonderful location, being situated on the shore of the River Ythan, a river that runs for about 60 km, rising at Wells of Ythan, down to the lower reach known as the Ythan Estuary. This is a Special Protection Area for conservation. Further along the shore from the woodland is Forvie Nature Reserve which hosts a large seal colony that can be viewed from the Newburgh shore line.

The woodland is thick spruce that will achieve a high yield of timber: there was some damage from Storm Arwen but was limited and mitigation work has taken place. As well as the woodland the land stretches on to incorporate a fenced off grassy paddock and an extensive area of shore line. The views out of the woodland are breathtakingly beautiful with the constant flow of birds up and down the river and the ebb and flow of the water, creating an atmosphere all of its own.

There is an access gate directly off the main road which originally was an access to a small disused waterpump house that pumped water up to the local cottages; an area of hardstanding here provides convenient off road parking. It is also possible to park on the wide verge further up, adjacent to the paddock.

The paddock could have many uses, both for animals or as a perfect camping spot for fishing expeditions, or as a place to plant more trees! It is not often we have woodlands next to river frontage and early viwing is recommended.

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.