Gateforth Wood is an attractive and regularly shaped block, enclosed by a combined deer and rabbit fence and with good access. The oldest parts of the wood date back to the 1910s when there was primarily sycamore, oak and mixed broad leaves planted with further planting in the 1920's with sycamore, oak, maple, oak and cherry. There was further planting during the 1950s and 60s of sycamore, oak, scots pine, beech and oak and once again in the early 2000's with mixed broad leaves and conifers. Located within the wood are three nature ponds. The woodland has been actively managed throughout its current ownership and most recently during the 2010s/2020s, which has seen under-planting with mixed hardwoods. The woodland is well served by maintained internal tracks.
Vehicular access is strictly by appointment with the Selling Agent, as there is a locked security gate. However there is a public footpath which is marked with a broken red line on the site plan, from Hillam Road on the edge of Gateforth village, which passes through the wood.
The land is for sale by Private Treaty freehold with vacant possession.
Further information can be obtained by contacting the Selling Agent DDM Agriculture on 01430 331333.
