South Cranmer Wood - Kent

Details for this wood

Guide price: £143,000 - Freehold
Size: About 10.2 acres

Location: Dunkirk, Faversham
OS Landranger: No.179
Grid ref: TR 08680 57789
Nearest post code: ME13 9LN

Contact: Ben Williamson
Phone: 07958 213 914
Email: [email protected]

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South Cranmer presents an excellent opportunity to acquire a characterful area of ancient, semi-natural broadleaf woodland on the outskirts of Canterbury.

Impressive, well-spaced oak and chestnut dominate the northern section, while further south, young hornbeam introduces variety and texture to the landscape. Beech, birch, hawthorn, holly, and hazel are also present, adding to the woodland’s rich diversity. There is a TPO in place to protect the woodland.

The ground is predominantly flat, making it easy and enjoyable to explore. A network of woodland paths winds through the site, leading to a central camp area with a basic log store. Along the southern boundary, an ancient woodbank creates a distinct change in character, with bluebells and butcher’s broom found at lower levels. Deer from the wider South Bishops Den are regular visitors, with bedding areas scattered throughout the woodland.

The woodland feels exceptionally private and peaceful, making it an ideal retreat for those looking to escape into nature.

For convenience, local services near the entrance provide everyday essentials and hot food, while Canterbury is just a short drive away. Whitstable and the north coast are also within easy reach, and with direct access to the A2, both London to the west and Dover to the east are readily accessible.

South Cranmer is one of four adjacent woodlands of varying sizes currently available. See also Anslem, Boniface and North Cranmer. For those looking for a larger woodland these could be sold in parts or as a whole.

Ward is Boughton and Courtenay and the County Council is Kent.

Boundaries: The boundary is open on all sides and borders neighbouring woodland. W follows a shared access track and the southern boundary follows a woodbank. All boundaries are clearly marked with blue paint on posts and trees.

Access: There is excellent vehicle access all year round via a hard track and shared locked gate. Parking is also possible inside the woodland itself.

Covenant: There is a covenant on the wood designed to ensure the quiet and peaceful enjoyment of this and adjoining woodlands, click HERE to read and download.

Click HERE to see free OS maps.

Viewing: You are welcome to visit this wood by yourself, but please Click here to download the details showing the location of the woodland and ensure that you have a copy of these sales details with you. Many of our woodlands do not have mobile phone reception or internet access so we recommend either printing the details or downloading them to your phone or tablet. Please take care when viewing as the great outdoors can contain unexpected hazards and woodlands are no exception.

Maps: OS OpenData © Crown copyright and database rights 2026 & OpenStreetMap

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Directions

South Cranmer Wood, Gate Hill, Dunkirk, Faversham.

1. Click here for Bing Maps Directions click on the "Directions" box and enter your own postcode.

For viewing purposes, park at the services on the Boughton Bypass as marked on the map.
Follow the track to the right of the services bearing left past the static caravan site as marked blue on the map.
After 250m you will come to the main entrance, pass by the gate and continue straight on. After 300m take the track bearing left. After another 300m the northern boundary to South Cranmer Wood will be on your left.

2. For Satnav: the nearest postcode is ME13 9LN as shown by the marker on the maps. The main coordinates for access are: 51.289696, 0.994306. W3W ///pheasants.weekday.remarks

3. We recommend downloading OS maps to your phone. It's very useful for giving you an idea of where you are on the ground when viewing woodland.

Please note: the particulars with plans, maps, descriptions and measurements are for reference only and although carefully checked we cannot guarantee their accuracy and do not form part of any contract. Any intending purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to the correctness of these particulars.