Brockhill Covert

Wood, Forest in Gloucestershire Cotswold

England

Brockhill Covert

Stone Stile, Ozleworth Park To the left of the main gates to the Old Rectory, on Gloucestershire footpath NOZ2 (listed as a Bridleway). Off Blacksmiths Hill.
Stone Stile, Ozleworth Park Credit: Mike Kom

Brockhill Covert is a picturesque woodland located in Gloucestershire, England. Situated in the heart of the Forest of Dean, this area is renowned for its natural beauty and diverse wildlife. Covering an extensive area of approximately 200 acres, Brockhill Covert offers a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

The woodland is primarily composed of native broadleaf trees, including oak, beech, and birch, creating a dense and verdant canopy overhead. This provides a habitat for a wide range of woodland creatures, such as deer, squirrels, and a variety of bird species. Nature enthusiasts and birdwatchers can often spot woodpeckers, nuthatches, and tawny owls among the trees.

Brockhill Covert is crisscrossed by a network of well-maintained footpaths, allowing visitors to explore the woodland at their leisure. These paths lead to charming clearings, where visitors can rest and admire the natural surroundings. The woodland also features a small stream, adding to its idyllic charm.

In addition to its natural beauty, Brockhill Covert has historical significance. The area was once part of a medieval deer park and belonged to the Crown. Evidence of this can still be seen in the form of ancient boundary ditches and banks that dot the woodland.

Overall, Brockhill Covert is a haven for nature lovers and those seeking a peaceful retreat. Its stunning woodland, diverse wildlife, and historical significance make it a must-visit destination for anyone exploring Gloucestershire's natural wonders.

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Brockhill Covert Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.642771/-2.2735743 or Grid Reference ST8193. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Stone Stile, Ozleworth Park To the left of the main gates to the Old Rectory, on Gloucestershire footpath NOZ2 (listed as a Bridleway). Off Blacksmiths Hill.
Stone Stile, Ozleworth Park
To the left of the main gates to the Old Rectory, on Gloucestershire footpath NOZ2 (listed as a Bridleway). Off Blacksmiths Hill.
In Ozleworth Bottom This is looking past a benchmark <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6935226">ST8092 : Benchmark in Ozleworth Bottom</a> on the right hand of two posts at the eastern end of Ozleworth Bottom to a flat area (extending into the next square east) that looks as if it was an area of water at some time in the recent past. Unlike a more obvious benchmark close-by <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6603653">ST8092 : Benchmark by a track</a>, this one has recently been made more accessible by the absence of trees cut down because of ash dieback.
In Ozleworth Bottom
This is looking past a benchmark ST8092 : Benchmark in Ozleworth Bottom on the right hand of two posts at the eastern end of Ozleworth Bottom to a flat area (extending into the next square east) that looks as if it was an area of water at some time in the recent past. Unlike a more obvious benchmark close-by ST8092 : Benchmark by a track, this one has recently been made more accessible by the absence of trees cut down because of ash dieback.
Benchmark in Ozleworth Bottom This benchmark (OS description: STO P E SIDE TK S SIDE FOOTPATH) needed a bit of gardening to reveal it, even though a number of trees near it had been removed <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6935219">ST8192 : In Ozleworth Bottom</a>.
Benchmark in Ozleworth Bottom
This benchmark (OS description: STO P E SIDE TK S SIDE FOOTPATH) needed a bit of gardening to reveal it, even though a number of trees near it had been removed ST8192 : In Ozleworth Bottom.
Milestone, A46, Lasborough On the SE verge just North of the Lasborough turn. Plate missing. Cut Benchmark representing 192.8 m ASL. MS erected by the Coldharbour District turnpike trust in the 19th century. Map describes mileage as "Gloucester 18 / Bath 20".

Inscription (was): BATH / XX / GLOUᴿ / XVIII

Milestone Society National ID: GL_BAGL20
Milestone, A46, Lasborough
On the SE verge just North of the Lasborough turn. Plate missing. Cut Benchmark representing 192.8 m ASL. MS erected by the Coldharbour District turnpike trust in the 19th century. Map describes mileage as "Gloucester 18 / Bath 20". Inscription (was): BATH / XX / GLOUᴿ / XVIII Milestone Society National ID: GL_BAGL20
Milestone, Newington Bagpath In the parish of Kingscote on an unclassified road between the A4135 and A46. On the NE verge against the wall. Plate missing. MS erected by the Coldharbour District turnpike trust in the 19th century. 
Map describes mileage as "Gloucester 17 / Bath 21".
British-History.ac.uk has more information on the area see <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.british-history.ac.uk/vch/glos/vol11/pp283-285?" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.british-history.ac.uk/vch/glos/vol11/pp283-285?">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>

Inscription (probably was): Bath XXI / Glouc XVII

Milestone Society National ID: GL_GLBAA17
Milestone, Newington Bagpath
In the parish of Kingscote on an unclassified road between the A4135 and A46. On the NE verge against the wall. Plate missing. MS erected by the Coldharbour District turnpike trust in the 19th century. Map describes mileage as "Gloucester 17 / Bath 21". British-History.ac.uk has more information on the area see LinkExternal link Inscription (probably was): Bath XXI / Glouc XVII Milestone Society National ID: GL_GLBAA17
Unmapped pond near Ozleworth Bottom There isn't always water in this pond: this image, taken In September, can be compared with December <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/300553">ST8193 : Lake in Ozleworth Bottom</a>.
Unmapped pond near Ozleworth Bottom
There isn't always water in this pond: this image, taken In September, can be compared with December ST8193 : Lake in Ozleworth Bottom.
Pond now on OS maps There is an earlier image of this pond <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2355412">ST8193 : Pond near Ozleworth Bottom</a>. It is now marked on the 1:25000 OS map.
Pond now on OS maps
There is an earlier image of this pond ST8193 : Pond near Ozleworth Bottom. It is now marked on the 1:25000 OS map.
Stone Stile, Newington Bagpath GS2069 Near St Bartholomew's Church on Gloucestershire footpath NKS39.
Stone Stile, Newington Bagpath GS2069
Near St Bartholomew's Church on Gloucestershire footpath NKS39.
Stone Stile, Bagpath Off a dead-end road connecting with Scrubbett's Lane. Opposite Brook House, on Gloucestershire footpath NKS30, looking SE to a field.
Stone Stile, Bagpath
Off a dead-end road connecting with Scrubbett's Lane. Opposite Brook House, on Gloucestershire footpath NKS30, looking SE to a field.
Stone Stile, Bagpath On Gloucestershire footpaths NKS26 & NKS27, 65 metres SE from Ashcroft Rd, at its nearest point.
Stone Stile, Bagpath
On Gloucestershire footpaths NKS26 & NKS27, 65 metres SE from Ashcroft Rd, at its nearest point.
Country Lane
Country Lane
A46 heading north Towards Stroud.
A46 heading north
Towards Stroud.
A46 heading north Towards Stroud.
A46 heading north
Towards Stroud.
Newington Bagpath (Glos) St Bartholomew's Church The sad semi-derelict church, sold by the Gloucester diocese and still awaiting conversion by its new owners at the point of submission of this picture, which dates from 2002
Newington Bagpath (Glos) St Bartholomew's Church
The sad semi-derelict church, sold by the Gloucester diocese and still awaiting conversion by its new owners at the point of submission of this picture, which dates from 2002
Ozleworth (Glos) St Nicholas of Myra's Church Difficult to find but a delightful walk to this church vested in the Churches Conservation Trust
Ozleworth (Glos) St Nicholas of Myra's Church
Difficult to find but a delightful walk to this church vested in the Churches Conservation Trust
Newington Barn Farm complex on minor country road near Lasborough. View looking south-east.
Newington Barn
Farm complex on minor country road near Lasborough. View looking south-east.
St Nicholas of Myra, Ozleworth
St Nicholas of Myra, Ozleworth
Sheep in a field to the west of Boxwell View to the north-west from the Monarch's Way between Tresham and Boxwell. On the horizon to the right of centre is the radio station at Goose Green.
Sheep in a field to the west of Boxwell
View to the north-west from the Monarch's Way between Tresham and Boxwell. On the horizon to the right of centre is the radio station at Goose Green.
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Brockhill Covert is located at Grid Ref: ST8193 (Lat: 51.642771, Lng: -2.2735743)

Administrative County: Gloucestershire

District: Cotswold

Police Authority: Gloucestershire

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