Hooper's Covert

Wood, Forest in Gloucestershire Forest of Dean

England

Hooper's Covert

New path at Highnam
New path at Highnam Credit: don cload

Hooper's Covert is a woodland area located in Gloucestershire, England. Situated within the larger Forest of Dean, it covers a total area of approximately 200 acres. The covert is primarily made up of various species of trees, including oak, beech, and birch, creating a diverse and picturesque landscape.

The woodland is known for its rich biodiversity and is home to a wide range of plant and animal species. Among the wildlife that can be found in Hooper's Covert are badgers, foxes, deer, and numerous bird species. The woodland provides a habitat for these animals, offering them shelter and a source of food.

Hooper's Covert is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and outdoor enthusiasts alike. It offers a peaceful and tranquil setting for visitors to enjoy walking, hiking, and birdwatching. The woodland is crisscrossed with a network of walking trails, allowing visitors to explore and discover its natural beauty.

The management of Hooper's Covert is overseen by the Forestry Commission, ensuring the preservation and sustainable use of the woodland. The Commission carries out regular maintenance and conservation work to protect the natural environment and promote the growth of indigenous species.

Overall, Hooper's Covert is a beautiful and ecologically important woodland area within the Forest of Dean. Its diverse flora and fauna, combined with its tranquil atmosphere, make it a haven for nature lovers and a valuable asset to the local community.

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Hooper's Covert Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.890267/-2.3103417 or Grid Reference SO7821. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

New path at Highnam
New path at Highnam
Pond at Lassington
Pond at Lassington
Field corner
Field corner
Field pond
Field pond
Old railway bridge
Old railway bridge
1641 Battle memorial
1641 Battle memorial
Great Western Railway boundary marker Now still standing at the edge of a field.
Great Western Railway boundary marker
Now still standing at the edge of a field.
Entrance to footpath near Rudston
Entrance to footpath near Rudston
Newent Road, Highnam
Newent Road, Highnam
Newent Road, Highnam
Newent Road, Highnam
Highnam village sign This has been added since Google was last here in 2009
Highnam village sign
This has been added since Google was last here in 2009
Spectators at the European Dressage Young Rider Championships Formerly Hartpury College, the University and College provides further and higher education in the agriculture, animal, equine, sport and veterinary nursing sectors.

It is set in a 360-hectare estate located in Hartpury, near Gloucester.

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Spectators at the European Dressage Young Rider Championships
Formerly Hartpury College, the University and College provides further and higher education in the agriculture, animal, equine, sport and veterinary nursing sectors. It is set in a 360-hectare estate located in Hartpury, near Gloucester. Website LinkExternal link Wikipedia LinkExternal link
Bars and spectators at the European Championships Formerly Hartpury College, the University and College provides further and higher education in the agriculture, animal, equine, sport and veterinary nursing sectors.

It is set in a 360-hectare estate located in Hartpury, near Gloucester.

Website <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.hartpury.ac.uk" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.hartpury.ac.uk">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
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Bars and spectators at the European Championships
Formerly Hartpury College, the University and College provides further and higher education in the agriculture, animal, equine, sport and veterinary nursing sectors. It is set in a 360-hectare estate located in Hartpury, near Gloucester. Website LinkExternal link Wikipedia LinkExternal link
Dressage at the European Young Riders Championships Live scoring shows Maria Guerrero Galve on 64.948 at this point in her individual dressage test, with the current leader on 76.193. At the end of the test her final score was 65.883, finishing in 42nd place.
Dressage at the European Young Riders Championships
Live scoring shows Maria Guerrero Galve on 64.948 at this point in her individual dressage test, with the current leader on 76.193. At the end of the test her final score was 65.883, finishing in 42nd place.
Cross-country obstacles at the European Juniors and Young Riders To the left, the Young Riders jump, to the right the Juniors. The YR obstacle is 'flagged off', indicating that the Juniors class is currently competing.
Cross-country obstacles at the European Juniors and Young Riders
To the left, the Young Riders jump, to the right the Juniors. The YR obstacle is 'flagged off', indicating that the Juniors class is currently competing.
Lake on Hartpury campus Formerly Hartpury College, the University and College provides further and higher education in the agriculture, animal, equine, sport and veterinary nursing sectors.

It is set in a 360-hectare estate located in Hartpury, near Gloucester.

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Lake on Hartpury campus
Formerly Hartpury College, the University and College provides further and higher education in the agriculture, animal, equine, sport and veterinary nursing sectors. It is set in a 360-hectare estate located in Hartpury, near Gloucester. Website LinkExternal link Wikipedia LinkExternal link
Lake on Hartpury campus Formerly Hartpury College, the University and College provides further and higher education in the agriculture, animal, equine, sport and veterinary nursing sectors.

It is set in a 360-hectare estate located in Hartpury, near Gloucester.

Website <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.hartpury.ac.uk" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.hartpury.ac.uk">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
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Lake on Hartpury campus
Formerly Hartpury College, the University and College provides further and higher education in the agriculture, animal, equine, sport and veterinary nursing sectors. It is set in a 360-hectare estate located in Hartpury, near Gloucester. Website LinkExternal link Wikipedia LinkExternal link
Indoor arena at Hartpury Formerly Hartpury College, the University and College provides further and higher education in the agriculture, animal, equine, sport and veterinary nursing sectors.

It is set in a 360-hectare estate located in Hartpury, near Gloucester.

Website <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.hartpury.ac.uk" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.hartpury.ac.uk">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
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Indoor arena at Hartpury
Formerly Hartpury College, the University and College provides further and higher education in the agriculture, animal, equine, sport and veterinary nursing sectors. It is set in a 360-hectare estate located in Hartpury, near Gloucester. Website LinkExternal link Wikipedia LinkExternal link
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Hooper's Covert is located at Grid Ref: SO7821 (Lat: 51.890267, Lng: -2.3103417)

Administrative County: Gloucestershire

District: Forest of Dean

Police Authority: Gloucestershire

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