Hesle Bank Wood £69,000 Freehold
- Monk Hesleden, Near Hartlepool, Durham
- about 4 ¾ acres
- Northern England
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The crag in the northern corner of the wood
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Beautiful bluebells in Spring
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The ride-stop entrance
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Intense blue
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Bench in a scenic spot
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View downhill from the bench
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The path leading down from the bench
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View along the burn
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Burn in Nesbitt Dene
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Close up at the foot of the crag
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Bank full of wild garlic
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Clumps of primroses
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Ferns and bluebells
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Tall beech trees
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Area with more conifers
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Native fern
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Fresh green of beech leaves in Spring
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A grassy terrace above the burn
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The ride-stop entrance
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The main wood gate
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Description
A rich and diverse mixed woodland on the banks of Nesbitt Dene, Hesle Bank Wood is reached via a stone track and there is space to park a vehicle at the ride-stop entrance in the south-western corner of the wood.
Following the contour from this point through mature beech and pine trees, until the top of the bank is reached, a trail leads downhill to the left and a rustic bench is situated to give views down and over the Dene.
There are lots of ash trees as well as spruce, sycamore and wych elm and the grassy slope gives way to the north to a hollow with springs, where wild garlic flourishes. Zig-zagging down to the banks of the burn, the scene feels timeless, with shingle beds, craggy limestone outcrops, worn away by millennia of water erosion, fern and moss-coated fallen tree trunks. A dream playground full of wonder for adventure-spirited children and adults alike.
Trees
Beech, pine, ash, spruce, sycamore and hazel.
Wildlife
Set in sheltered Nesbitt Dene, a long wildlife corridor, Hesle Bank Wood is haven for birdlife, with plenty of feeding opportunities, and nest sites, many species can be observed from buzzards overhead, sparrowhawks using the undulating landscape to hunt, tawny owls, woodcock and other game birds to small birds such as tits, robins and wrens.
Deer are frequent visitors too with roe deer using game trails through the wood. Brown hare are also present.
Features
- Stream frontage
- A rustic bench with views down the dene
- Mixed mature trees
- Varied habitat
- Bluebells and ferns
Access, tracks and footpaths
A stone track runs along the western boundary of the wood.
There is some steep ground in places but there are ways in to most parts of the wood, on foot.
Rights and covenants
Activities
The wood is ideal for wildlife lovers or adventurous families looking to enjoy more time together outdoors.
Local area and history
The landscape around Hartlepool is part of the Durham Magnesian Limestone plateau, generally a lower-lying area than the western coal measures. The "denes" of Hartlepool and Durham are steep-sided, tree-covered valleys, or ravines, carved by streams flowing to the North Sea. These natural areas act as vital wildlife corridors, forming a series of characterful woodlands along the Durham Heritage Coast.
The nearby village of Sheraton is situated by Bellows Burn, and now bisected by the A19 road. In medieval times there was a more sizable settlement here, first recorded in 1050 AD under the name 'Scurafaton'. In the 19th century Sheraton was part of the Parish of Monkhesleton. The open field system and archaeological remains are a scheduled ancient monument.
Wood maps
Wood map
Boundaries
The boundaries of Hesle bank Wood are marked with orange paint. These are on trees alongside the track on the western boundary. On the south and eastern boundaries, the markings are on posts tops. The northern boundary is the centre of the water course.
Find this wood
Location
- OS Landranger: OS No. 93
- Grid ref: NZ 461 368
- Nearest post code: TS27 4SB
- GPS coordinates: 54.7246, -1.28518
Location map
Directions
Just 8 miles from Hartlepool and 13 miles from Durham.
- Turn right onto Bellows Burn Lane, signed to Hulam and Nesbitt, 1 mile north of the A179 Hartlepool exit.
- After 1-mile bare left and continue on Bellows Burn Lane.
- After 1/3 of a mile arrive at farm track on the right. Do not continue straight on to Nesbitt Hall.
- Follow the farm track with hedge to the left down hill to the shared wood gate where there is a Woodlands for sale sign.
For vehicle access through the first gate contact Liz Watson on 07985 548481 for gate combination. Please keep the gate locked at all times.
- Follow the track for a little over half a mile until it bends sharp left and then park to the right or left of the track in the spaces provided.
- Climb the gate into the wood.
- Ignore the footpath into Hallgarth Wood.
- After 50m, turn left at the stone track.
- The Hesle Bank Wood entrance is on the right after another 150m, as you begin to head downhill.
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 rich and diverse mixed woodland on the banks of Nesbitt Dene, with stream frontage.
