Abbey Wood

Wood, Forest in Gloucestershire Stroud

England

Abbey Wood

Cider with Rosie This rather overgrown cider press is just off the B4070, where the path leads up to Wickridge Hill. It&#039;s only a quarter of a mile from Slad where Laurie Lee, of &quot;Cider with Rosie&quot; fame was a regular at the Woolpack Inn — Cider with Rosie Credit: Bob Tinley

Abbey Wood is a small village located in Gloucestershire, England. Situated within the Forest of Dean, it is surrounded by lush greenery and scenic landscapes. The village is known for its abundant woodlands, which offer a peaceful and serene atmosphere for residents and visitors alike.

Abbey Wood is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, making it an ideal destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. The forest is teeming with wildlife, including deer, birds, and various species of plants and trees. It provides ample opportunities for hiking, walking, and exploring the natural beauty of the area.

In addition to its natural attractions, Abbey Wood is also known for its historical significance. The village takes its name from an ancient abbey that once stood in the area. Although the abbey itself no longer exists, remnants of its architecture can still be seen, adding an element of charm and intrigue to the village.

Despite its rural setting, Abbey Wood is well-connected to nearby towns and cities. The village is easily accessible by road and has good transportation links, making it convenient for residents and visitors to explore the surrounding areas.

Overall, Abbey Wood offers a perfect blend of natural beauty and historical significance. Its idyllic location, combined with its rich history, makes it a charming destination for those seeking a peaceful retreat or a taste of the great outdoors.

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Abbey Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.756155/-2.1770916 or Grid Reference SO8706. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Cider with Rosie

This rather overgrown cider press is just off the B4070, where the path leads up to Wickridge Hill. It's only a quarter of a mile from Slad where Laurie Lee, of "Cider with Rosie" fame was a regular at the Woolpack Inn

Bob Tinley

Slad

The village of Slad lies in one of the valleys above Stroud and is famous as the home of writer Laurie Lee and the setting for his book 'Cider with Rosie'.

Philip Halling

Down Farm, Slad

Down Farm and Downhill Mound, the hill with the clump of trees, viewed from across the valley from Redding Wood.

Philip Halling

Woodland track through Piedmont

This track passes a few isolated cottages at the top end of the Slad valley.

Philip Halling

Farm building to the north of Worgan's Farm, Slad

This farm building is on top of a hill above the village of Slad.

Philip Halling

View across the Slad valley to Knapp Lane

Philip Halling

Holy Trinity Church, Slad

Philip Halling

Rose Bank, cottage in the village of Slad

A fairly typical Cotswold-stone cottage in the Slad valley. In fact this one is the former home of the late Laurie Lee, the author whose book, 'Cider with Rosie' reflected on his childhood in the Slad valley. The cottage is Grade II listed. Historic England description PAINSWICK SLAD SO 80 NE 5/301 Rose Bank II Detached cottage. Early C18 front, C19 back wing. Coursed and squared rubble, concrete tile roof, large external gable stack on outer end of wing and 2 small gable stacks to main blocks. A T-plan, with symmetrical north facing main block to which long service wing probably added later. North front is 2½ storeys, 5-windowed, three 2-light gabled dormers with some leaded glazing over 3:2:2:3- light transomed casements at first and ground floors, all to wood lintels, but window 2 is blank at each level. C18 wide plank door in chamfered surround centrally. Back wing includes two 3-light chamfer mullioned casements with stopped drip and a lean-to in the internal angle, and a 2-light over plank door, also a 3-light dormer. Interior: various chamfered beams and C19 plank and rail doors. Birthplace of Laurie Lee, who still was in the house (April 1984). Not to be confused with Rose Cottage (q.v.). Source: Link

Philip Halling

Catswood Farm

The gateway and drive to Catswood Farm off Catswood Lane.

Rob Farrow

Lane to Catswood

Taken next to Stancombe Farm, the lane this horse and rider are travelling leads to Catswood.

Rob Farrow

Dunkitehill bends

A hairpin bend up a steep hill followed by another sharp bend make this little lane from Slad to Catswood quite an interesting drive. The lane here is passing through Dunkitehill Wood.

Rob Farrow

Bridleway to Slad

Three woods meet here, Redding Wood, Catswood and Dunkitehill Wood. This bridleway heads roughly north through Redding Wood hitting a lane that leads to Slad near Steanbridge Farm.

Rob Farrow

Perilously perched pinnacles!

These rather splendid gate posts at Catswood Farm look in danger of imminent collapse - though I dare say they've looked that way for a while. Friesian cows mooch about in the field beyond.

Rob Farrow

Stancombe Crossroads

A staggered crossroads near a local high point (about 260m). Looking in the general direction of the village of Bisley.

Rob Farrow

Middle Lypiatt

A fairly sizeable country house, though not as big as the nearby Lypiatt Park or Nether Lypiatt.

David Gruar

Stroud to Bisley road

Although unclassified, this road is fairly well used as a route between Stroud and Cheltenham, as it is generally quite straight and makes a good alternative to the slow A46 or the twisty B4070.

David Gruar

Trig point and radio mast above Stroud

Two structures taking advantage of the prominent ridge rising to the east of Stroud. The Bisley road, from which the photo was taken, also uses the ridge to gain the Cotswold plateau, where progress is easier than in the steep and narrow valleys

David Gruar

The Vatch from Swifts Hill

Swifts Hill is a nature reserve owned by the Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust, called the Elliot Nature Reserve after the former owners. The Vatch (vatch = valley) is the small cluster of houses directly below; the town of Stroud can be seen beyond.

David Gruar

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Abbey Wood is located at Grid Ref: SO8706 (Lat: 51.756155, Lng: -2.1770916)

Administrative County: Gloucestershire

District: Stroud

Police Authority: Gloucestershire