Blakeney Walk

Wood, Forest in Gloucestershire Forest of Dean

England

Blakeney Walk

Cycle trail on former railway trackbed Credit: David Martin

Blakeney Walk is a picturesque woodland area located in Gloucestershire, England. Situated within the enchanting Forest of Dean, this tranquil spot offers visitors a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

Covering an extensive area of lush greenery, Blakeney Walk is known for its diverse range of flora and fauna. The woodland is primarily composed of towering oak and beech trees, which create a dense canopy overhead, casting dappled sunlight onto the forest floor. This natural habitat provides a haven for numerous species of birds, small mammals, and insects, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and birdwatchers.

The walk itself offers a variety of trails, suitable for all levels of fitness and mobility. Winding paths meander through the woods, leading visitors through a tapestry of vibrant wildflowers, ferns, and moss-covered rocks. The peaceful ambience is further enhanced by the gentle babbling of nearby streams and the occasional rustle of wildlife in the undergrowth.

Blakeney Walk also boasts several picnic areas, allowing visitors to relax and enjoy the idyllic surroundings. These spots provide the perfect opportunity to appreciate the natural beauty of the forest while enjoying a packed lunch or simply taking a moment to unwind.

Overall, Blakeney Walk is a hidden gem within the Forest of Dean, offering visitors a chance to immerse themselves in the tranquility of nature. Whether you are seeking a peaceful stroll, a birdwatching adventure, or simply a break from the modern world, this woodland sanctuary is a must-visit destination in Gloucestershire.

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Blakeney Walk Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.780461/-2.512827 or Grid Reference SO6409. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Cycle trail on former railway trackbed

David Martin

Family Cycle Trail, Forest of Dean

The Cycle Trail follows the main line of Severn and Wye Railway to the site of Drybrook Road Junction and then this, the northern part of the Mineral Loop Line. The final part of the cycle loop leaves old railway routes.

Robin Webster

Forestry road, Forest of Dean

Steven Brown

Young trees, Staple Edge Wood

Near the summit of Staple Edge with a big view.

Richard Webb

Staple Edge

An inhabited summit in the Forest of Dean.

Richard Webb

Remains of limestone extraction workings

The softer limestone has been extracted from harder dolomite by a process of heating by fire and quenching by cold water.

Dr Duncan Pepper

Exposed ribs of dolomite

The harder layers of dolomite remain where softer limestone has been extracted by a laborious fire/quenching process.

Dr Duncan Pepper

Findall chimney-well hidden in extensive beech woods

This well preserved monument to industry in the Forest of Dean coal field utilised the rising hot air from a fire at the base of the chimney to pull out stale air from the adjacent coal mines.

Dr Duncan Pepper

The White Horse Inn, Upper Soudley

Village pub on Church Road apparently noted for snail racing.

Stephen McKay

Top Road, Upper Soudley

Looking towards the White Horse Inn with a still functioning telephone box. There are plans to close the box, a controversial move because mobile reception is poor in this area.

Stephen McKay

Church Road, Upper Soudley

Ahead is the White Horse Inn. The road through the heart of the Forest of Dean is designated a scenic route. The entrance on the immediate left gives access to the pub car park but at one time there was a station here on the long-closed Cinderford branch.

Stephen McKay

Bench mark in Upper Soudley, Forest of Dean

This Ordnance Survey bench mark is on the remaining bridge support that once carried the G.W.R. Forest of Dean Branch through Upper Soudley. See also: SO6510 : Former railway bridge support in Upper Soudley

John S Turner

Former railway bridge support in Upper Soudley

The remaining bridge support that once carried the G.W.R. Forest of Dean Branch through Upper Soudley. There is an Ordnance Survey bench mark on the short face facing the camera: SO6510 : Bench mark in Upper Soudley, Forest of Dean

John S Turner

A rivet-less rivet bench mark on Soudley Bridge, Forest of Dean

This indistinct rivet bench mark is on the low east parapet on the older of the two bridges over Soudley Brook, Upper Soudley. The older bridge has now been by-passed providing safer access to the village hall. See also SO6510 : Soudley bridges over Soudley Brook

John S Turner

Soudley bridges over Soudley Brook

Part of the older of the two Soudley Bridges, with the more modern, and safer one behind the trees. There is a rivet bench mark cut into the low parapet in front of the camera: SO6510 : A rivet-less rivet bench mark on Soudley Bridge, Forest of Dean

John S Turner

'Herbert & Young Coleford Glos' Sluice Valve cover

This old cast iron cover is near the road bridge over Cinderford Brook. probably cast between 1893 and 1942 when the company were at Howler's Slade, Coleford, Forest of Dean.

John S Turner

St Michael's, Upper Soudley, (recently closed)

St Michael and All Angels Church was built in 1909 and was used as a place of worship until 30 April 2017, another casualty of dwindling congregations and rising costs. Link