Knightswood Common

Wood, Forest in Gloucestershire Cotswold

England

Knightswood Common

Bridleway near Parkcorner Farm Through the gate ahead, the track descends steeply to the upper River Frome.
Bridleway near Parkcorner Farm Credit: David Purchase

Knightswood Common is a picturesque wooded area located in Gloucestershire, England. Spanning over a vast expanse of approximately 200 acres, this common serves as a thriving natural habitat and a popular recreational spot for locals and visitors alike.

The common is predominantly covered in lush deciduous woodland, comprising a diverse range of tree species such as oak, beech, and birch. These trees form a dense canopy, providing shade and shelter for the abundant wildlife that calls this area home. It is not uncommon to spot various bird species, including woodpeckers and owls, flitting among the branches.

Additionally, Knightswood Common boasts an extensive network of walking trails that wind their way through the forest, allowing visitors to explore the natural beauty at their own pace. These well-maintained paths offer stunning views of the surrounding landscape, with occasional glimpses of rolling hills and meandering streams.

The common also features a designated picnic area, complete with benches and tables, providing the perfect setting for a family outing or a peaceful lunch surrounded by nature. Furthermore, there are several designated areas for children to play, ensuring that the common caters to visitors of all ages.

Managed by a local conservation group, Knightswood Common is committed to preserving the delicate ecosystem and promoting biodiversity. Regular maintenance and restoration efforts are carried out to protect the natural habitat and ensure the longevity of this beautiful woodland.

Overall, Knightswood Common is a cherished natural gem in Gloucestershire, offering a tranquil escape from the bustling city and providing a haven for wildlife enthusiasts, hikers, and families seeking a peaceful retreat in the heart of nature.

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Knightswood Common Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.7527/-2.0670972 or Grid Reference SO9506. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Bridleway near Parkcorner Farm Through the gate ahead, the track descends steeply to the upper River Frome.
Bridleway near Parkcorner Farm
Through the gate ahead, the track descends steeply to the upper River Frome.
Overley Road Seen from Park Corner, heading for Daglingworth.
Overley Road
Seen from Park Corner, heading for Daglingworth.
Dark Ride The drive to Pinbury Park. There is a public bridleway to the left of this drive, though it wasn't well marked on the ground.
Dark Ride
The drive to Pinbury Park. There is a public bridleway to the left of this drive, though it wasn't well marked on the ground.
The lane to Edgeworth
The lane to Edgeworth
Crabtree Lane Heading for the Duntisbournes.
Crabtree Lane
Heading for the Duntisbournes.
Arable land near Duntisbourne
Arable land near Duntisbourne
Edgeworth, the valley from the top of School Lane School Lane connects the two clusters of Edgeworth through a steep combe.
Edgeworth, the valley from the top of School Lane
School Lane connects the two clusters of Edgeworth through a steep combe.
Pastures at Edgeworth Looking from School Lane to the far hillside of the upper Frome valley.
Pastures at Edgeworth
Looking from School Lane to the far hillside of the upper Frome valley.
School Lane, Edgeworth
School Lane, Edgeworth
School Lane, Edgeworth Looking north from close to the church and manor house end of the lane.
School Lane, Edgeworth
Looking north from close to the church and manor house end of the lane.
Edgeworth Manor The west front, facing the church, dates from the end of the nineteenth century.
Edgeworth Manor
The west front, facing the church, dates from the end of the nineteenth century.
St Mary's church, Edgeworth
St Mary's church, Edgeworth
St Mary, Edgeworth St Mary's has a Saxon and Norman nave and was drastically restored in 1869-72 with a rood screen added in 1885.
St Mary, Edgeworth
St Mary's has a Saxon and Norman nave and was drastically restored in 1869-72 with a rood screen added in 1885.
Rood screen and loft in St Mary's, Edgeworth Dating from 1885, the deeply cusped tracery echoes the stone chancel rere-arches of 1872.
Rood screen and loft in St Mary's, Edgeworth
Dating from 1885, the deeply cusped tracery echoes the stone chancel rere-arches of 1872.
Chancel at St Mary, Edgeworth The Victorian east window sits above a tiny Norman slit window with 1957 stained glass by the local artist Edward Payne.  All the chancel windows have rere-arches, as do the sedilia, piscina on the right.  A formidable Victorian performance, but what a pity that it extended to scraping the walls.
Chancel at St Mary, Edgeworth
The Victorian east window sits above a tiny Norman slit window with 1957 stained glass by the local artist Edward Payne. All the chancel windows have rere-arches, as do the sedilia, piscina on the right. A formidable Victorian performance, but what a pity that it extended to scraping the walls.
Cusping in St Mary's Two windows, an altar rail and a rood screen all decorated the same way.
Cusping in St Mary's
Two windows, an altar rail and a rood screen all decorated the same way.
Mediaeval stained glass in the chancel of St Mary's Edgeworth
Mediaeval stained glass in the chancel of St Mary's Edgeworth
Nave bench ends in St Mary's, Edgeworth From the restoration of 1869-72.  They are labelled with names of estate properties, allocating where the estate staff were to sit.  The elongated poppy heads are an individual touch.
Nave bench ends in St Mary's, Edgeworth
From the restoration of 1869-72. They are labelled with names of estate properties, allocating where the estate staff were to sit. The elongated poppy heads are an individual touch.
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Knightswood Common is located at Grid Ref: SO9506 (Lat: 51.7527, Lng: -2.0670972)

Administrative County: Gloucestershire

District: Cotswold

Police Authority: Gloucestershire

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Located within 500m of 51.7527,-2.0670972
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 51.7566162/-2.0680348
Post Box
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 09:00; Sa 07:00
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Post Box Type: wall
Ref: GL7 22D
Royal Cypher: VR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102356
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 51.7542581/-2.0663036
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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