Duchess Wood, Helensburgh, Argyll And Bute
- Land size
- 50.68 acres
Key Features
- Delightfully mixed and varied woodlands
- Woodland paths and trails
- Amenity and biodiverse rich
Description
Duchess Woods - 20.51 Hectares / 50.68 Acres
Location
Duchess Wood is located in Rhu village, within the western fringes of Helensburgh. Rhu is a picturesque conservation village which falls within the county of Argyll and Bute. It sits on the eastern shore of Gare Loch, known for its scenic beauty and maritime heritage.
The wood is shown in the Location and Sale Plans within these particulars. Grid Reference is NO 700 896 and the nearest postcode G84 8FD. What3Words is flaunting.trap.salary
Access
Duchess Wood is accessed via the A814 on to Rhu Road Higher, then turn left onto Kathleen Park. Car parking can be found at the end of the road within the wood. The maintenance of the car park is shared on a 50:50 basis with Friends of Duchess Woods. There is easy access to Glasgow by road and rail, it takes a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Description – Duchess Wood – 20.51 Hectares/50.68 Acres
The woodland is currently managed to support nature conservation, biodiversity, and community recreation. Visitors are encouraged to explore the area and connect with the natural environment. Located within residential neighbourhoods, the woods offer a network of paths, bridges, and informative displays thoughtfully positioned to enhance visitor experience and engagement.
Duchess Wood is home to a diverse mix of broadleaf species, complemented by scattered conifers. With low deer populations, a healthy understorey has flourished across the woodland. Although this wood is not used for commercial forestry, it holds substantial value for recreation and natural resources. Selective felling and thinning for firewood may also be possible.
A car park is situated at the southern edge of the property, with numerous footpaths branching out from this area.
Wayleaves & Third-Party Rights
The property will be sold with the benefit of, and subject to, all existing rights and burdens with the Titles.
Mineral Rights
Mineral rights are included except as reserved by Statute or in terms of the Titles.
Sporting Rights
Sporting rights are unlet.
Community Involvement
Friends of Duchess Wood (FODW) is a registered Scottish charity with a local membership whose members carry out tasks in Duchess Wood.
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Property details
- Tenure
- Freehold
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- Date Posted
- 2026-07-18
Market Value Analysis
Compared with 19 Woodland listings in Scotland (50+ acres).
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