At Melling, Carnforth, Lancashire
- Land size
- 1.31 acres
Description
A unique opportunity to acquire an attractive area of woodland and former quarry extending to 1.31 acres (0.53 hectares) OTA. The land comprises mature trees, a grass understory and exposed rock faces. The woodland hosts a variety of mature species, seasonal displays of bluebells and provides habitat for an abundance of wildlife. The land has direct roadside access from Lodge Lane.
Situated to the east of the village of Melling, this desirable parcel of land extending to approximately 1.31 acres (0.53 hectares) presents a unique opportunity to acquire an attractive area of woodland and former quarry. The land comprises mature trees, a grass understory, and exposed rock faces. The woodland hosts a variety of mature species, seasonal displays of bluebells and provides habitat for an abundance of wildlife.
The land benefits from roadside access directly onto Lodge Lane, with convenient links to the A683. The market town of Kirkby Lonsdale lies approximately 5 miles to the north, whilst Junction 34 of the M6 motorway near Lancaster lies approximately 8 miles to the south.
Occupying an excellent position within the heart of the Lune Valley, the land is likely to appeal to a wide range of purchasers, including those seeking amenity woodland, conservation opportunities, biodiversity enhancement or simply a private and attractive parcel of the Lune Valley countryside.
The property offers a rare opportunity to acquire unique parcel of woodland in a sought after rural location.
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Property details
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- Date Posted
- 2026-06-24
Market Value Analysis
Compared with 15 Woodland listings in North West England (1+ acres).
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Connectivity
Broadband
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1 Gbps
Gigabit full fibre
Suitable for
- 4K streaming on every screen
- Full-time home working
- Online gaming & big downloads
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Nearest Schools
Primary
- Melling St Wilfrid Church of England Primary School74 metresNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 22
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Faith
- Church of England
- Arkholme Church of England Primary School1.3 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 3 to 11
- Pupils
- 102
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Faith
- Church of England
- Hornby St Margaret's Church of England Primary School1.9 milesOfsted: Requires improvement
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 16
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Faith
- Church of England
- Wray with Botton Endowed Primary School2.3 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 62
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Faith
- Christian
- Bentham Community Primary School3.8 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 3 to 11
- Pupils
- 147
- Type
- Community school
Secondary
- Queen Elizabeth School4.6 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,155
- Type
- Academy converter
- Queen Elizabeth Studio School4.6 milesOfsted report card · Jun 2026
- Ages
- 14 to 19
- Pupils
- 329
- Type
- Studio schools
- Carnforth High School6.2 milesOfsted report card · Apr 2026
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 657
- Type
- Academy converter
- Lancaster High School9 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 567
- Type
- Academy converter
- Dallam School9.1 milesOfsted report card · Apr 2026
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 761
- Type
- Academy converter
Distances are straight-line from the advertised location. Source: the national school registers (DfE, Welsh Government, Scottish Government) and Ofsted.
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Getting Around
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Flood Risk
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