The wood is a historic woodland that is currently planted with Sitka spruce. This popular and useful timber tree is widespread throughout Scotland and thrives in upland locations.

The woodland floor is a verdant carpet of mosses and ferns with clumps of purple heather located in the open glades. Come late summer and autumn, a large variety of fungal fruiting bodies burst through the rich leaf litter.

To the south, an open area is populated with self-seeded birch and willow with patches of purple heather poking through the rough grass mat.

Numerous well-marked trails indicate the presence of transient roe deer and badger, well known for habitual use of historic pathways. The dense Sitka foliage provides a welcome refuge for a population of the arboreal red squirrel. Recently, sightings of the even more reclusive pine marten give the woodland added significance in the fight to ensure the survival of these highly endangered species.

A good stone hardstanding would be an excellent location for a timber stacking area and will in general facilitate the management of the wood. A rustic bench has been thoughtfully placed to take advantage of the stunning views over the surrounding environs.

Access to the Riddlings Wood is via a well made historic forestry track through the main body of the wider woodland, up to the ride stop entrance to the wood. A full right of access over this track to the wood is in place.

Within the wood, access paths have been formed to enable exploration throughout and right to the heart of the woodland.

The sporting rights are owned and included in the sale.

The quiet isolation of this location is ideal for a woodland hideaway, to come and relax and engage with the local wildlife. For the energetic, nearby walks and the tranquil unspoilt environment makes the area perfect for the nature lover and general outdoor enthusiast. A walk up Knockdolian Hill provides panoramic land and sea views across to Arran, the Ailsa Craig and The Mull of Kintyre.

Hidden within nearby woods lie three generations of Lime Kilns. A small outcrop of limestone at nearby High Aldons was quarried and processed within these kilns. The resulting burnt lime was then transported by horse cart along the moor edge track to the railway where it was transhipped into waiting wagons. A return load of coal was then loaded and taken to the waiting kilns for the next firings. Once a firing cycle was complete the riddlings were collected and used as road ballast.

Surrounding Area: The huge Galloway and Carrick Forests can be found further to the east and an early spring wildlife festival takes place in neighbouring Dumfries & Galloway every year. The coastal town of Girvan and shingle beaches at Woodland and Ballantrae Bay, are within 10 miles to the West. Nearby Pinwherry and Barrhill villages have local services whilst Colmonell and Dailly have forestry mills/suppliers. Ayr, Stranraer and Newton Stewart are within 30 miles.