Casseywell Plantation

Wood, Forest in Gloucestershire Cotswold

England

Casseywell Plantation

Fields and woods west of Coates
Fields and woods west of Coates Credit: David Purchase

Casseywell Plantation is a charming woodland area located in Gloucestershire, England. Situated in the heart of the county, it offers visitors a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. Stretching over a vast expanse of land, the plantation is known for its lush greenery, dense forest, and diverse range of flora and fauna.

The plantation is home to a variety of tree species, including oak, beech, and birch, which add to its natural beauty. The towering trees provide a canopy that filters the sunlight, casting a pleasant dappled shade over the forest floor. Walking through the plantation, visitors will be greeted by a symphony of bird songs, as numerous avian species have made this woodland their habitat.

Nature enthusiasts will delight in the abundance of wildlife that can be observed within the plantation. Squirrels scamper through the trees, while rabbits and deer can often be spotted grazing in the open meadows. The plantation is also home to a rich array of birdlife, including woodpeckers, owls, and various songbirds.

For those seeking outdoor activities, Casseywell Plantation offers several well-marked walking trails that wind through the woodland. These trails provide an opportunity to explore the plantation's diverse ecosystem, from its tranquil ponds to its hidden glades. Nature lovers can also enjoy picnicking in designated areas, immersing themselves in the peaceful ambiance of the surroundings.

Overall, Casseywell Plantation in Gloucestershire offers a scenic retreat for individuals of all ages, providing a haven for wildlife and a tranquil space for visitors to reconnect with nature.

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Fields and woods west of Coates
Fields and woods west of Coates
Overley Ride, Oakley Wood Within Cirencester Park. The land is private, but the public are allowed to walk, and ride horses, freely through the Park during the day. Dogs, however, are not permitted, a constraint which I find very reasonable and adds to my pleasure, though I know that many would disagree.
Overley Ride, Oakley Wood
Within Cirencester Park. The land is private, but the public are allowed to walk, and ride horses, freely through the Park during the day. Dogs, however, are not permitted, a constraint which I find very reasonable and adds to my pleasure, though I know that many would disagree.
Arable land in Sapperton Park
Arable land in Sapperton Park
Bridleway near Sapperton Judging by the height and thickness of the grass, this does not seem to be well used. Perhaps not surprising, as it doesn't lead easily to anywhere in particular.  It is on the Bathurst Estate.
Bridleway near Sapperton
Judging by the height and thickness of the grass, this does not seem to be well used. Perhaps not surprising, as it doesn't lead easily to anywhere in particular. It is on the Bathurst Estate.
Track in Sapperton Park All part of the Bathurst Estate, but walkers and horse-riders are allowed to roam freely during the day.
Track in Sapperton Park
All part of the Bathurst Estate, but walkers and horse-riders are allowed to roam freely during the day.
Dorvel Wood Seen from the path between Sapperton and Daneway, across the Frome valley.
Dorvel Wood
Seen from the path between Sapperton and Daneway, across the Frome valley.
This was the Thames and Severn Canal
This was the Thames and Severn Canal
New Gates at Daneway Banks
New Gates at Daneway Banks
Daneway Banks Nature Reserve
Daneway Banks
Nature Reserve
Common Blue Butterfly Male Seen in the Daneway Banks Nature Reserve while looking unsuccessfully for the Large Blue!
The female can be seen at <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5469531" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5469531">Link</a>
Common Blue Butterfly Male
Seen in the Daneway Banks Nature Reserve while looking unsuccessfully for the Large Blue! The female can be seen at Link
Common Blue Butterfly Female Seen in the Daneway Banks Nature Reserve while looking unsuccessfully for the Large Blue! 
The male can be seen at <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5469414" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5469414">Link</a>
Common Blue Butterfly Female
Seen in the Daneway Banks Nature Reserve while looking unsuccessfully for the Large Blue! The male can be seen at Link
Small Skipper Butterfly Seen in the Daneway Banks Nature Reserve while looking unsuccessfully for the Large Blue!
Small Skipper Butterfly
Seen in the Daneway Banks Nature Reserve while looking unsuccessfully for the Large Blue!
Marbled White Butterfly Seen in the Daneway Banks Nature Reserve while looking unsuccessfully for the Large Blue!
Marbled White Butterfly
Seen in the Daneway Banks Nature Reserve while looking unsuccessfully for the Large Blue!
The Daneway Portal of the Sapperton Tunnel Sapperton Tunnel on the Thames & Severn Canal is the third longest canal tunnel in the United Kingdom at 2.17 miles (3.49km) and was completed on 28 April 1789. Today Sapperton Tunnel remains impassible with a number of significant roof falls, and a complete blockage near the Sapperton end.  <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.cotswoldcanals.net/sapperton-canal-tunnel.php" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.cotswoldcanals.net/sapperton-canal-tunnel.php">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>
The Daneway Portal of the Sapperton Tunnel
Sapperton Tunnel on the Thames & Severn Canal is the third longest canal tunnel in the United Kingdom at 2.17 miles (3.49km) and was completed on 28 April 1789. Today Sapperton Tunnel remains impassible with a number of significant roof falls, and a complete blockage near the Sapperton end. LinkExternal link
Towpath of the Thames and Severn Canal The canal is 'dry' here since the Sapperton Tunnel, to the east, remains impassible with a number of significant roof falls.
Towpath of the Thames and Severn Canal
The canal is 'dry' here since the Sapperton Tunnel, to the east, remains impassible with a number of significant roof falls.
St Kenelm's Church, Sapperton 'Named after an Anglo Saxon Saint who was mentioned in The Canterbury Tales, St. Kenelm's Church sits in a peaceful dell in the village of Sapperton.' <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.thamesheadchurches.org.uk/our-churches/sapperton-with-frampton-mansell/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.thamesheadchurches.org.uk/our-churches/sapperton-with-frampton-mansell/">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>
St Kenelm's Church, Sapperton
'Named after an Anglo Saxon Saint who was mentioned in The Canterbury Tales, St. Kenelm's Church sits in a peaceful dell in the village of Sapperton.' LinkExternal link
Plaque on the Daneway Portal of the Sapperton Tunnel Showing it was restored by the Cotswold Canal Trust.
Plaque on the Daneway Portal of the Sapperton Tunnel
Showing it was restored by the Cotswold Canal Trust.
Cirencester Park, 15 Looking west along Broad Ride towards the convergence of the ten rides about 150m ahead.
Cirencester Park, 15
Looking west along Broad Ride towards the convergence of the ten rides about 150m ahead.
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Casseywell Plantation is located at Grid Ref: SO9402 (Lat: 51.718593, Lng: -2.0740381)

Administrative County: Gloucestershire

District: Cotswold

Police Authority: Gloucestershire

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Located within 500m of 51.718593,-2.0740381
Cassey Well
Man Made: water_well
Source: OS OpenData StreetView
Lat/Long: 51.7183819/-2.0711184
Milestone
Lat/Long: 51.7164027/-2.0785266
Note: "HP GAS"
Pipeline: marker
Substance: gas
Support: pole
Lat/Long: 51.722867/-2.0741656
Note: "HP GAS"
Pipeline: marker
Substance: gas
Support: pole
Lat/Long: 51.7227873/-2.0742582
Shaft 4
Description: Sapperton Canal Tunnel air shaft
Hazard: Some tunnel ventilation shafts were covered with a wooden cap in the 18th century. Dish-shaped depressions in this area may give way!
Man Made: mineshaft
Mineshaft Type: air
Operator: Cotswold Canals Trust
Website: https://www.cotswoldcanals.net/sapperton-canal-tunnel.php
Lat/Long: 51.7228927/-2.0751546
Shaft 5
Description: Sapperton Canal Tunnel air shaft
Hazard: Some tunnel ventilation shafts were covered with a wooden cap in the 18th century. Dish-shaped depressions in this area may give way!
Man Made: mineshaft
Mineshaft Type: air
Operator: Cotswold Canals Trust
Website: https://www.cotswoldcanals.net/sapperton-canal-tunnel.php
Lat/Long: 51.7218284/-2.0737898
Shaft 8
Description: Sapperton Canal Tunnel air shaft
Hazard: Some tunnel ventilation shafts were covered with a wooden cap in the 18th century. Dish-shaped depressions in this area may give way!
Man Made: mineshaft
Mineshaft Type: air
Operator: Cotswold Canals Trust
Website: https://www.cotswoldcanals.net/sapperton-canal-tunnel.php
Lat/Long: 51.7174054/-2.0678133
Shaft 6
Description: Sapperton Canal Tunnel air shaft
Hazard: Some tunnel ventilation shafts were covered with a wooden cap in the 18th century. Dish-shaped depressions in this area may give way!
Man Made: mineshaft
Mineshaft Type: air
Operator: Cotswold Canals Trust
Website: https://www.cotswoldcanals.net/sapperton-canal-tunnel.php
Lat/Long: 51.7197809/-2.0711537
Shaft 7
Description: Sapperton Canal Tunnel air shaft
Hazard: Some tunnel ventilation shafts were covered with a wooden cap in the 18th century. Dish-shaped depressions in this area may give way!
Man Made: mineshaft
Mineshaft Type: air
Operator: Cotswold Canals Trust
Website: https://www.cotswoldcanals.net/sapperton-canal-tunnel.php
Lat/Long: 51.7183766/-2.0694672
Shaft 5A (blind)
Description: Sapperton Canal Tunnel air shaft
Hazard: Some tunnel ventilation shafts were covered with a wooden cap in the 18th century. Dish-shaped depressions in this area may give way!
Man Made: mineshaft
Mineshaft Type: air
Operator: Cotswold Canals Trust
Website: https://www.cotswoldcanals.net/sapperton-canal-tunnel.php
Lat/Long: 51.720894/-2.0723452
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