Calley Wood

Wood, Forest in Gloucestershire Cotswold

England

Calley Wood

Stone Stile, Caudle Green Looking SW towards the village. — Stone Stile, Caudle Green Credit: Malcolm Christie

Calley Wood is a charming woodland located in Gloucestershire, England. This forested area covers approximately 50 hectares and is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and hikers alike. Situated near the village of Calley, the wood is easily accessible and offers a serene and tranquil atmosphere.

The wood is predominantly composed of native broadleaf trees, including oak, ash, and beech, which provide a rich and diverse habitat for a variety of flora and fauna. The forest floor is adorned with a carpet of bluebells during the spring, creating a picturesque scene that attracts many visitors.

Calley Wood offers a network of well-maintained footpaths and trails, allowing visitors to explore its natural beauty at their own pace. These paths lead to hidden glades, babbling brooks, and small ponds, offering opportunities for wildlife spotting and birdwatching. The wood is home to a range of species, including deer, foxes, badgers, and a plethora of bird species, making it a haven for wildlife enthusiasts.

For those seeking a more active experience, Calley Wood also features a designated mountain biking trail. This trail provides an exhilarating ride through the woodland, showcasing the natural beauty of the surroundings while catering to the thrill-seekers.

Overall, Calley Wood in Gloucestershire is a breathtaking natural gem, offering a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. With its diverse ecosystem, picturesque scenery, and recreational opportunities, it is a must-visit destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.

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Calley Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.790668/-2.0831166 or Grid Reference SO9410. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Stone Stile, Caudle Green

Looking SW towards the village.

Malcolm Christie

Stone Stile, Caudle Green

A step stile on the Northern side of the road approaching the village. On Gloucestershire footpath BBR28. The view from the road side is SO9410 : Stone Stile, Caudle Green.

Mr Red

Stone Stile, Caudle Green

A step stile on the Northern side of the road approaching the village. On Gloucestershire footpath BBR28. The view from the appreciable drop on the other side is SO9410 : Stone Stile, Caudle Green.

Mr Red

Stone Stile, Syde

On Gloucestershire footpath BSY8 just South of the Manor House in Syde. This view is looking from the road, the view looking North is SO9410 : Stone Stile, Syde.

Mr Red

Stone Stile, Syde

On Gloucestershire footpath BSY8 just South of the Manor House in Syde. This view is looking to the road, the view looking South is SO9410 : Stone Stile, Syde.

Mr Red

Stone Stile, Caudle Green

Looking into a field at the junction of Gloucestershire footpaths MMN23 & BBR38 where the paths transition from woodland to a field sparsely populated with "meadow flowers". The soil in the field is heavily laden with stones. The view towards the woodland is SO9310 : Stone Stile, Caudle Green.

Mr Red

Stone Stile, Caudle Green

Looking from a field at the junction of Gloucestershire footpaths MMN23 & BBR38 where the paths transition from woodland to a field sparsely populated with "meadow flowers". The soil in the field is heavily laden with stones. The view from the woodland is SO9310 : Stone Stile, Caudle Green.

Mr Red

Stone Stile, Caudle Green

Due South of the village green at the junction of Gloucestershire footpaths MMN23 & BBR25 in woodland. This point is also on the boundaries of: county constituency, civil parishes of Miserden and Brimsfield, and the county district. This is the view looking NE, the view SW is SO9410 : Stone Stile, Caudle Green.

Mr Red

Stone Stile, Caudle Green

Due South of the village green at the junction of Gloucestershire footpaths MMN23 & BBR25 in woodland. This point is also on the boundaries of: county constituency, civil parishes of Miserden and Brimsfield, and the county district. This is the view looking SW, the view NE is SO9410 : Stone Stile, Caudle Green.

Mr Red

Stone Stile, Caudle Green

From a small field into a grazing field at the SE corner of the garden walls of 'Calley House'. This is looking SW away from the village, the view towards the village is SO9410 : Stone Stile, Caudle Green.

Mr Red

Stone Stile, Caudle Green

From a small field in to a grazing field at the SE corner of the garden wals of 'Calley House'. This is looking NE towards the village, the view towards the larger field is SO9410 : Stone Stile, Caudle Green.

Mr Red

Stone Stile, Caudle Green

A step Stile off the Southern side of the village green on Gloucestershire footpath BBR25. This is looking to the village green, the view from the green is SO9410 : Stone Stile, Caudle Green.

Mr Red

Stone Stile, Caudle Green

A step Stile off the Southern side of the village green on Gloucestershire footpath BBR25. This is looking from the village green, the view toward the green is SO9410 : Stone Stile, Caudle Green.

Mr Red

Stone Stile, Caudle Green

A step stile. Looking out of the field on Gloucestershire footpath BBR28 to the road. The view from the road is SO9410 : Stone Stile, Caudle Green.

Mr Red

Stone Stile, Syde

To the NW of the village on Gloucestershire footpath BBR29 looking East to Ostrich Wood. The View North looking at the enclosure walls of an abandoned hamlet called Eddington is SO9411 : Stone Stile, Syde.

Jayne Tovey

Stone Stile, Syde

To the NW of the village on Gloucestershire footpath BBR29 looking North looking at the enclosure wall of an abandoned hamlet called Eddington. The view East to Ostrich Wood is SO9411 : Stone Stile, Syde.

Jayne Tovey