The north and west of Kemp Wood comprises mixed broadleaves - mature oak, sweet chestnut and birch. Bluebells flourish on the forest floor in the spring. The south and east of the wood comprises Japanese larch with the occasional Corsican pine, Douglas fir, and Norway spruce. Mature oak are also found among the conifer. The conifer would benefit from thinning to let more light reach the forest floor and the larger trees to thrive. There is a dense cover of laurel and some rhododendron within the wood. Whilst providing a privacy screen, it is noted in the management plan that the rhododendron and laurel should be controlled and eradicated so as to prevent further spread (please note there is no obligation to do so).

Kemp Wood has been designated as Ancient Semi-Natural Woodland (ASNW) by Natural England. The management plan notes the conifer compartments should be classified as PAWS. ASNW / PAWS is woodland that has been under constant tree cover since at least 1600AD. It is valued as a rich reserve of biodiversity. There is an approved Management Plan and Felling Licence for Skents Wood (of which Kemp Wood is a part) – details of this are available upon request. The Management Plan is not mandatory, but it is full of good advice, and a lot of background information which will certainly be interesting and useful.

The wide grassy ride on the north boundary provides a fabulous habitat for butterflies and insects. Muntjac, roe and fallow deer have been recorded in the vicinity of the woodland. Several bat species have been recorded in the vicinity. Creation and maintenance of open space and improved structural diversity, along with retention of deadwood is likely to enhance habitat for invertebrates and would thus also benefit the bat species. There is much to discover and it would be great to install a trail camera to observe what passes when human visitors are not around.

- Towering larch and magnificent oak.

- Stunning bluebells in the Spring.

- Private and peaceful surrounded by privately owned woodlands.

- A rustic bench set in a clearing – a perfect spot for family camping.

- Level and accessible with a private track within the wood itself.

Access to Kemp Wood is via a set of double metal gates off Free Heath Road (an owner will be provided the combination number for these locked gates). A stoned track leads to the ride stop entrance to Kemp Wood. Here owners can drive in and park a car within the wood itself. There is an established unstoned track along the north and west boundaries of Kemp Wood and a stoned track runs along the south boundary of the wood.

There are no public footpaths within the wood or adjoining the wood.

The wood is sold with the sporting rights.

The owner of Kemp Wood will be asked to enter a covenant to ensure the quiet and peaceful enjoyment of the wood.

- A plentiful supply of firewood awaits a new owner.

- There are clearings where a hide could be installed to observe the wildlife, or for private family camping.

- Kemp Wood would provide a new owner the opportunity to commence ancient woodland restoration by gradually thinning the canopy and allowing more light to reach the woodland floor. It is worth noting that Woodlands.co.uk offer £300 towards a course for a new owner. This could provide the opportunity to learn about ancient woodland management, or perhaps an introduction on how to use a chainsaw safely.

The management plan suggests that during the 16th and 17th centuries Skents Wood would have provided important fuel wood for the many iron furnaces then present in the vicinity. It seems likely that what would have originally been oak woodland with hornbeam coppice was converted to mainly sweet chestnut coppice in the late 19th century (as there are not many very large coppice stools in evidence). It is understood that the woodland previously formed part of the Bayham Abbey estate of the Marquess of Camden, which was broken up in the 1990s.

There are several important historical sites all within a short distance of Kemp Wood. The English Heritage site of Bayham Abbey is approx. 3 miles north and features ruins dating back to the 13th century. Scotney Castle is approx. 3 miles away – this impressive 14th century moated castle is well worth a visit. For those who love water, Bewl Water is only 4 miles from Kemp Wood and offers various water sports, as well as cycling and fishing. There is a 15th century pub called The Elephants Head in Hook Green, walking distance from Kemp Wood.