Oakley Wood

Wood, Forest in Gloucestershire Cotswold

England

Oakley Wood

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

Oakley Wood is a charming woodland area located in Gloucestershire, England. Spread over an expansive area, this wood is a haven for nature lovers and offers a peaceful retreat from the bustling city life. The wood is situated near the village of Oakley and is easily accessible by both car and foot.

The woodland is characterized by its diverse range of trees, including oak, beech, ash, and birch, which create a stunning and vibrant canopy. This creates a rich and varied habitat for a wide array of flora and fauna. Visitors to Oakley Wood can expect to see an abundance of wildflowers, such as bluebells and primroses, during the springtime.

The wood is crisscrossed by a network of well-maintained footpaths, allowing visitors to explore the area at their own pace. These paths lead to various points of interest, including a tranquil pond and a small meadow, where visitors can relax and enjoy a picnic surrounded by the beauty of nature.

Oakley Wood is also home to a diverse range of wildlife, with sightings of deer, badgers, foxes, and various bird species being common. Birdwatchers will delight in the opportunity to spot woodpeckers, owls, and other feathered friends in their natural habitat.

Overall, Oakley Wood offers a serene and picturesque setting for those seeking a tranquil escape into nature. Whether you are a hiker, nature enthusiast, or simply looking to unwind amidst the beauty of the outdoors, Oakley Wood is a must-visit destination in Gloucestershire.

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Oakley Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.727277/-2.0403035 or Grid Reference SO9703. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

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
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.
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.
Gully and Earthwall
Gully and Earthwall
The Wood House Aptly-named (gamekeeper's?) cottage in the middle of Oakley Wood, part of the Earl of Bathurst's Cirencester Park Estate.
The Wood House
Aptly-named (gamekeeper's?) cottage in the middle of Oakley Wood, part of the Earl of Bathurst's Cirencester Park Estate.
Rutted track in Oakley Wood. Part of the Earl of Bathurst's Cirencester Park Estate.
Rutted track in Oakley Wood.
Part of the Earl of Bathurst's Cirencester Park Estate.
A ride in Oakley Wood Part of the Earl of Bathurst's Cirencester Park Estate.
A ride in Oakley Wood
Part of the Earl of Bathurst's Cirencester Park Estate.
Cirencester Park, 9 Looking west over Rough Hills and along the Broad Ride.
Cirencester Park, 9
Looking west over Rough Hills and along the Broad Ride.
Cirencester Park, 10 A track through The Braddocks.
Cirencester Park, 10
A track through The Braddocks.
Cirencester Park, 11 Looking east along the Broad Ride showing the sight line to the tower of St. John's over 4km distant.
Cirencester Park, 11
Looking east along the Broad Ride showing the sight line to the tower of St. John's over 4km distant.
Cirencester Park, 12 Looking west along the Broad Ride towards the double folly of The Horse Guards.
Cirencester Park, 12
Looking west along the Broad Ride towards the double folly of The Horse Guards.
Cirencester Park, 13 Looking west along Broad Ride.
Some timber for fence posts is being extracted to the left.
Cirencester Park, 13
Looking west along Broad Ride. Some timber for fence posts is being extracted to the left.
Cirencester Park, 14 Looking east along the Broad Ride.
Estate workers are extracting some timber for fence posts to the right.
Cirencester Park, 14
Looking east along the Broad Ride. Estate workers are extracting some timber for fence posts to the right.
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.
Cirencester Park, 16 Convergence of the ten rides at the western end of the Broad Ride.
Cirencester Park, 16
Convergence of the ten rides at the western end of the Broad Ride.
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Oakley Wood is located at Grid Ref: SO9703 (Lat: 51.727277, Lng: -2.0403035)

Administrative County: Gloucestershire

District: Cotswold

Police Authority: Gloucestershire

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