Hentley Wood

Wood, Forest in Gloucestershire Stroud

England

Hentley Wood

Square Pear A sculpture by Richard Cresswell in the garden at Newark House, an exhibit in &#039;Sculpture in the Garden 2021&#039; — Square Pear Credit: Graham Hogg

Hentley Wood is a picturesque forest located in the county of Gloucestershire, England. It spans across a vast area, offering a serene and tranquil environment for nature enthusiasts and those seeking outdoor activities. The woodland is situated near the town of Berkeley and is easily accessible by road.

Hentley Wood is characterized by its dense and diverse tree population, consisting mainly of native species such as oak, beech, and ash. These trees create a thick canopy overhead, providing shade during the summer months and displaying vibrant colors during the autumn season. The forest floor is covered with a rich carpet of moss, ferns, and wildflowers, adding to the beauty of the landscape.

The wood is home to a variety of wildlife, including deer, squirrels, and a wide range of bird species. Nature lovers can expect to spot woodpeckers, owls, and other woodland birds while exploring the area. The forest also supports a diverse ecosystem of insects, with butterflies and dragonflies being a common sight.

Hentley Wood offers numerous walking trails and pathways, inviting visitors to explore its natural wonders. These paths cater to different abilities, ranging from gentle strolls to more challenging hikes. Along the way, visitors may come across babbling brooks, small ponds, and hidden glades, providing peaceful spots to rest and enjoy the surroundings.

Overall, Hentley Wood in Gloucestershire offers a delightful escape into nature, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the beauty of a traditional English woodland.

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Hentley Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.633777/-2.3398823 or Grid Reference ST7692. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Square Pear

A sculpture by Richard Cresswell in the garden at Newark House, an exhibit in 'Sculpture in the Garden 2021'

Graham Hogg

Cyclamen and fallen leaves

In the grounds of Newark House

Graham Hogg

Newark House

A grade II listed building built as a hunting lodge by Sir Nicholas Poyntz in the mid 1500s and extended and remodelled several times over the next 400 years. It was given to National Trust in 1949.

Graham Hogg

Cut Mark: Wotton-under-Edge, Long Street, Carlton House

Cut bench mark on the frontage of the house. See Link for a wider view and Link

for details of the mark.

Brian Westlake

Carlton House, Long Street

There is a cut bench mark on the frontage of the house. See Link for a wider view and Link

for details of the mark.

Brian Westlake

Cut Mark: Wotton-under-Edge, Orchard Street / Long Street

Cut mark on the Orchard Street face of a building on the corner of Orchard Street and Long Street. See Link

for details of the mark.

Brian Westlake

Stone Stile, Wotton-under-Edge

A stone slab from the stile, now a "Fallen Idle". On Gloucestershire bridleway CWE95 looking South, the view looking North is ST7594 : Stone Stile, Wotton-under-Edge.

Mr Red

Stone Stile, Wotton-under-Edge

A stone slab from the stile, now a "Fallen Idle". On Gloucestershire bridleway CWE95 looking North, the view looking South is ST7594 : Stone Stile, Wotton-under-Edge.

Mr Red

Stone Stile, Wortley

At the entrance to Wortley House on Gloucestershire footpath CWE73.

Fay Britton

Derelict buildings

don cload

Stone Stile, Wotton under Edge

A gatepost and squeeze stile on Gloucestershire footpath CWE90 looking East. It would allow people to pass but not horses or cattle. Sheep might have been able to traverse. There was originally a gate at this point. The alternative view looking NW is ST7593 : Stone Stile, Wotton under Edge.

Mr Red

Stone Stile, Wotton under Edge

A gatepost and squeeze stile on Gloucestershire footpath CWE90 looking NW. It would allow people to pass but not horses or cattle. Sheep might have been able to traverse. There was originally a gate at this point. The alternative view looking East is ST7593 : Stone Stile, Wotton under Edge.

Mr Red