Summary - Widdrington, Morpeth NE61 5DR
1 bed 1 bath Land
Large freehold rural holding with existing woodland income and development potential.
About 80.36 acres (32.52 ha) of mixed woodland and open pasture
Widdrington Plantations offers about 80.36 acres of rural land near Morpeth, sold freehold as a single lot or in up to five lots. Two blocks of mixed native broadleaf were planted in 2021–22, giving immediate habitat value and an active England Woodland Creation Offer (EWCO) revenue stream that transfers with the land. The site holds measurable natural capital and emerging timber, plus pasture and open fields suitable for grazing or low‑intensity agriculture.
This is a practical buy for investors, estate owners or conservation-minded purchasers. The EWCO income and natural capital uplift provide near-term receipts and long‑term value as the woodland matures. The land’s size and layout also permit sporting, amenity or ecological projects, while open views and rural seclusion suit low‑impact rural enterprises or inclusion into a larger holding.
Buyers should note the planted woodland is recent (2021/22) so timber and canopy are immature; ecological and recreational benefits will increase over time. Broadband speeds are very slow across the site despite excellent mobile signal; any business or residential conversion requiring high‑speed fixed internet will need separate solutions. Development potential depends on local planning policy and is not guaranteed—prospective purchasers should obtain planning advice if development is intended.
Overall this is a large, freehold rural opportunity with an existing government woodland agreement, significant natural capital potential, and flexible lotting options. It suits investors, land managers and conservation purchasers seeking scale and a long‑term asset rather than immediate mature timber income.
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