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5.99 acres, Woodland for sale, Stanley Brook Wood, Stocksfield, Northumberland
For Sale - £58,000

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Stanley Brook Wood occupies a secluded corner of a larger wooded area known as Hyons Wood, two miles south-west of Prudhoe. Hexham is about 10 miles to the northwest and Newcastle a similar distance to the east. Both are easily reached in half an hour via the A69.

Lying at the end of the access track, there is little to disturb here. Most of the wood lies on near-level north-facing ground which falls more pronouncedly to the Stanley Burn on the wood’s northwest boundary.

This wood has a delightful airy feel. The principal species is silver birch, many of which are at low density with plenty of space between them, widening out in parts to small sylvan glades. In between the birch you will find a scattering of full-canopy oaks along with the occasional sycamore and beech. Towards the burnside you will also find willow, lime and ash. The understory is composed of regenerating saplings and woody shrubs including hazel, blackthorn and holly.

The woodland floor is generally free of entanglements and supports a variety of seasonal flowers including bluebells, primroses and wood anemone. Birds are plentiful (and vocal in season). Songsters, woodpeckers and buzzards all frequent the woodland canopy, while below there is plenty of evidence of larger occupants including fox, badger and roe deer.

The wood is reached by a lengthy stoned track adjoining its east boundary, suitable for 2WD access.

Located in a quiet corner, Stanley Burn makes an ideal hideaway for those seeking sylvan tranquillity.

Safety Note: Due to historic mining activity in the wider woodland there may be unknown entrances and fissures which are not visible on the surface. There is no definitive plan of mining activity. Please take care when viewing.


Our Forester's Thoughts

Alastair says...

"I would lay some hardstanding on the east boundary to enable off-track parking and link this with a few paths through the wood.

I would want to fell the few ash stems present (diseased as they are throughout the country). Sad to see them go but at least they make excellent firewood. I would also consider thinning the denser stands and then enrich plant a few of the more open areas with species like cherry, lime, aspen and the occasional Sots pine. A scattering of bird-friendly native fruiting shrubs also appeals.

That said, there is little need for immediate management so there should also be plenty of time to enjoy the conservation and recreational opportunities on offer here."

Please remember some management operations require approval and/or a licence.