Buckle Wood

Wood, Forest in Gloucestershire Cotswold

England

Buckle Wood

Climperwell Farm
Climperwell Farm Credit: P Gaskell

Buckle Wood is a picturesque forest located in the county of Gloucestershire, England. Spread across a vast area, this woodland is known for its natural beauty, diverse flora, and tranquil atmosphere. Nestled amidst the rolling hills of the Cotswolds, Buckle Wood offers a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of modern life.

The forest is predominantly composed of broadleaf trees, including oak, beech, and ash, creating a rich and vibrant canopy. Throughout the seasons, the woodland showcases a stunning display of colors, with vibrant greens in the spring and summer, transforming into a tapestry of reds, oranges, and golds during autumn.

Buckle Wood is a haven for nature enthusiasts and wildlife lovers. It provides a habitat for various woodland creatures, such as deer, badgers, foxes, and an array of bird species. The forest floor is covered in a carpet of mosses, ferns, and wildflowers, adding to its enchanting allure.

Visitors to Buckle Wood can explore its numerous walking trails, offering a chance to immerse themselves in the tranquil surroundings and appreciate the natural wonders. The forest is also home to a variety of fungi, making it a popular spot for foraging enthusiasts.

Managed by local conservation organizations, Buckle Wood strives to preserve its ecological integrity and offers educational programs to raise awareness about the importance of woodland conservation. It welcomes visitors of all ages and provides a perfect setting for leisurely walks, picnics, and nature photography.

Whether it is the vibrant colors of autumn or the peaceful ambiance of spring, Buckle Wood, Gloucestershire, is a place where visitors can connect with nature and experience the tranquility of a truly enchanting forest.

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Buckle Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.819022/-2.1275044 or Grid Reference SO9113. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Climperwell Farm
Climperwell Farm
Crossroad and woodland Crossroad and woodland near Longdole Polo Club
Crossroad and woodland
Crossroad and woodland near Longdole Polo Club
Deciduous woodland by the Cotswold Way
Deciduous woodland by the Cotswold Way
The Cotswold Way track
The Cotswold Way track
Puddle in track
Puddle in track
Track bend
Track bend
Boundary Stone, Peak Plantation, Birdlip At the top of the escarpment that delineates the boundary between Badgeworth (West) and Cowley (inc Birdlip) to the East. See other stones along the ridge <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/discuss/index.php?&action=vthread&forum=11&topic=32582" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/discuss/index.php?&action=vthread&forum=11&topic=32582">Link</a>

Inscription: C M / 1857

Milestone Society National ID: GL_BADCOW04pb
Boundary Stone, Peak Plantation, Birdlip
At the top of the escarpment that delineates the boundary between Badgeworth (West) and Cowley (inc Birdlip) to the East. See other stones along the ridge Link Inscription: C M / 1857 Milestone Society National ID: GL_BADCOW04pb
Boundary Stone, Peak Plantation, Birdlip At the stile and apex of the boundary. Cowley (inc Birdlip) is to the SE, Badgeworth is N, S & W. There is no visible inscription but other Boundary Stones along the ridge bear the letters C M & 1857. See other stones along the ridge <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/discuss/index.php?&action=vthread&forum=11&topic=32582" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/discuss/index.php?&action=vthread&forum=11&topic=32582">Link</a>

Milestone Society National ID: GL_BADCOW05pb
Boundary Stone, Peak Plantation, Birdlip
At the stile and apex of the boundary. Cowley (inc Birdlip) is to the SE, Badgeworth is N, S & W. There is no visible inscription but other Boundary Stones along the ridge bear the letters C M & 1857. See other stones along the ridge Link Milestone Society National ID: GL_BADCOW05pb
Old Boundary Marker in Peak Plantation Parish Boundary Marker on the cliff edge in Peak Plantation. On the boundary of Badgeworth and Cowley parishes. Inscribed C M / 1857.

Milestone Society National ID: GL_BADCOW06pb
Old Boundary Marker in Peak Plantation
Parish Boundary Marker on the cliff edge in Peak Plantation. On the boundary of Badgeworth and Cowley parishes. Inscribed C M / 1857. Milestone Society National ID: GL_BADCOW06pb
Old Boundary Marker in Peak Plantation Parish Boundary Marker on the cliff edge in Peak Plantation. On the boundary of Badgeworth and Cowley parishes. Inscribed C M / 1857. See also <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6989229" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6989229">Link</a>.

Milestone Society National ID: GL_BADCOW04pb
Old Boundary Marker in Peak Plantation
Parish Boundary Marker on the cliff edge in Peak Plantation. On the boundary of Badgeworth and Cowley parishes. Inscribed C M / 1857. See also Link. Milestone Society National ID: GL_BADCOW04pb
Stone stile near Bramble Cottage, Cranham GS1081 Stone slab stile off lane Cranham to B4070 near Bramble Cottage, Cranham. On public right of way MCR12
Stone stile near Bramble Cottage, Cranham GS1081
Stone slab stile off lane Cranham to B4070 near Bramble Cottage, Cranham. On public right of way MCR12
Stone stile near Bramble Cottage, Cranham GS1081 Stone slab stile off lane Cranham to B4070 near Bramble Cottage, Cranham. On public right of way MCR12. View from road side
Stone stile near Bramble Cottage, Cranham GS1081
Stone slab stile off lane Cranham to B4070 near Bramble Cottage, Cranham. On public right of way MCR12. View from road side
Village Signpost on the B4070 north of Birdlip Located on the west side of the B4070 north of Birdlip, Birdlip parish. 

Milestone Society National ID: GL_SO9214V
Village Signpost on the B4070 north of Birdlip
Located on the west side of the B4070 north of Birdlip, Birdlip parish. Milestone Society National ID: GL_SO9214V
Stone Stile, Birdlip On Gloucestershire footpath ACY16, across Ivy Lodge Farm looking East. The view to the road is <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7294131">SO9213 : Stone Stile, Birdlip</a>.
Stone Stile, Birdlip
On Gloucestershire footpath ACY16, across Ivy Lodge Farm looking East. The view to the road is SO9213 : Stone Stile, Birdlip.
Stone Stile, Birdlip On Gloucestershire footpath ACY16, across Ivy Lodge Farm looking West. The view from the road is <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7294128">SO9213 : Stone Stile, Birdlip</a>.
Stone Stile, Birdlip
On Gloucestershire footpath ACY16, across Ivy Lodge Farm looking West. The view from the road is SO9213 : Stone Stile, Birdlip.
Calf Way heading north Towards Birdlip, joining the B4070 ahead.
Calf Way heading north
Towards Birdlip, joining the B4070 ahead.
B4070 towards Birdlip
B4070 towards Birdlip
B4070 in Buckle Wood Towards Birdlip.
B4070 in Buckle Wood
Towards Birdlip.
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Buckle Wood is located at Grid Ref: SO9113 (Lat: 51.819022, Lng: -2.1275044)

Administrative County: Gloucestershire

District: Cotswold

Police Authority: Gloucestershire

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Located within 500m of 51.819022,-2.1275044
West Tump
Historic: archaeological_site
Lat/Long: 51.8176031/-2.1298819
Ele: 195.7526855
Lat/Long: 51.8215817/-2.1272247
Ele: 191.1865234
Lat/Long: 51.821953/-2.1259459
Ele: 172.9216309
Note: Goes to Woodlands Farm?
Lat/Long: 51.8224517/-2.1246412
Natural: spring
Source: OS OpenData StreetView
Lat/Long: 51.8223805/-2.1243932
Natural: spring
Source: OS OpenData StreetView
Lat/Long: 51.8225861/-2.1231165
Natural: spring
Lat/Long: 51.821964/-2.1313979
Description: Chelt 7 Stroud 8
Historic: milestone
Lat/Long: 51.8166746/-2.1244086
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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