Aston Road Wood

Wood, Forest in Gloucestershire Cotswold

England

Aston Road Wood

Downs Barn At the time of my visit the old barns are used to store large bales of straw.

I returned to photograph this same barn eight years later, by when it was beginning to show signs of neglect <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3793483">SP0918 : Downs Barn</a>. — Downs Barn Credit: Philip Halling

Aston Road Wood is a picturesque woodland located in Gloucestershire, England. Covering an area of approximately 20 acres, it is nestled within the scenic landscape of the Forest of Dean. The wood is easily accessible, situated just off Aston Road, offering visitors a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of urban life.

The wood is predominantly made up of native broadleaf trees, including oak, beech, and birch, creating a diverse and vibrant habitat for a variety of wildlife. The dense canopy provides a haven for numerous bird species, such as woodpeckers, owls, and thrushes, making it a popular spot for birdwatching enthusiasts.

Tranquil walking trails wind their way through Aston Road Wood, allowing visitors to explore the natural beauty at their own pace. The woodland floor is carpeted with a rich tapestry of wildflowers, including bluebells, primroses, and foxgloves, which bloom in a riot of colors during the spring and summer months.

Aston Road Wood is also home to a small stream that meanders through the heart of the woodland, adding to its charm and providing a habitat for amphibians and insects. The peaceful sound of trickling water creates a soothing background soundtrack as visitors stroll along the trails.

The wood is a popular destination for nature lovers, families, and dog walkers alike, offering a serene environment for relaxation and exploration. Whether it's a leisurely picnic, a peaceful walk, or wildlife spotting, Aston Road Wood is a hidden gem that showcases the natural beauty and tranquility of Gloucestershire's woodlands.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 51.858945/-1.838398 or Grid Reference SP1117. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Downs Barn At the time of my visit the old barns are used to store large bales of straw.

I returned to photograph this same barn eight years later, by when it was beginning to show signs of neglect <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3793483">SP0918 : Downs Barn</a>.

Downs Barn

At the time of my visit the old barns are used to store large bales of straw. I returned to photograph this same barn eight years later, by when it was beginning to show signs of neglect SP0918 : Downs Barn.

Track along a valley to the west of Turkdean The Diamond Way passes along this valley.

Track along a valley to the west of Turkdean

The Diamond Way passes along this valley.

Castle Barn Farm The farmhouse and most of the field are in this square but the other farm buildings are in the next square east. More arable land on the higher flatter fields above the valleys. The stone wall is in need of attention.

Castle Barn Farm

The farmhouse and most of the field are in this square but the other farm buildings are in the next square east. More arable land on the higher flatter fields above the valleys. The stone wall is in need of attention.

Downs Barn 13 years after my first visit I first photographed this barn in December 2005 <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/92993">SP0918 : Downs Barn</a>, returning again eight years later in December 2013 <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3793483">SP0918 : Downs Barn</a>. Here is the same scene again just over five years later in February 2019, recording further dilapidation with the roof in a greater state of collapse. The beech trees are still there however a pile of local stone has appeared since my last visit. I commented in December 2013 I was surprised that one else had visited this grid square, I am even more so now, almost fourteen years since the founding of the Geograph website and still no one else other than me has recorded this square.

Downs Barn 13 years after my first visit

I first photographed this barn in December 2005 SP0918 : Downs Barn, returning again eight years later in December 2013 SP0918 : Downs Barn. Here is the same scene again just over five years later in February 2019, recording further dilapidation with the roof in a greater state of collapse. The beech trees are still there however a pile of local stone has appeared since my last visit. I commented in December 2013 I was surprised that one else had visited this grid square, I am even more so now, almost fourteen years since the founding of the Geograph website and still no one else other than me has recorded this square.

Downs Barn I first photographed this barn in December 2005 <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/92993">SP0918 : Downs Barn</a>, returning again eight years later in December 2013. Here is the same scene again just over five years later in February 2019, recording further dilapidation with the roof in a greater state of collapse.

Downs Barn

I first photographed this barn in December 2005 SP0918 : Downs Barn, returning again eight years later in December 2013. Here is the same scene again just over five years later in February 2019, recording further dilapidation with the roof in a greater state of collapse.

Downs Barn Downs Barn viewed from the south, I have photographed these barns for the last fourteen years, they appear neglected and deteriorating.

Downs Barn

Downs Barn viewed from the south, I have photographed these barns for the last fourteen years, they appear neglected and deteriorating.

Footpath passing Downs Barn Footpath and track passing Downs Barn in a Cotswold valley.

Footpath passing Downs Barn

Footpath and track passing Downs Barn in a Cotswold valley.

Track approaching Downs Barn A track climbing out of a Cotswold valley and approaching Downs Barn which is just visible on the right.

Track approaching Downs Barn

A track climbing out of a Cotswold valley and approaching Downs Barn which is just visible on the right.

Game cover This field headland strip in a Cotswold valley is probably planted to provide cover for game birds.

Game cover

This field headland strip in a Cotswold valley is probably planted to provide cover for game birds.

Valley bottom track Track in a valley near Turkdean. This track has been laid since I last walked this valley just over five years ago.

Valley bottom track

Track in a valley near Turkdean. This track has been laid since I last walked this valley just over five years ago.

Track in a valley bottom Track in a valley bottom near the village of Turkdean. This track has been laid since I last walked this valley just over five years ago.

Track in a valley bottom

Track in a valley bottom near the village of Turkdean. This track has been laid since I last walked this valley just over five years ago.

Track and horse jump Track and horse jump in a valley near Turkdean.

Track and horse jump

Track and horse jump in a valley near Turkdean.

Track and footpath Track and footpath through a valley near Turkdean. Stone has been laid on this track since I last walked it just over five years ago <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3793523">SP0917 : Track in a Cotswold valley</a>.

Track and footpath

Track and footpath through a valley near Turkdean. Stone has been laid on this track since I last walked it just over five years ago SP0917 : Track in a Cotswold valley.

Track and a footpath Track and a footpath in a Cotswold valley near Turkdean. The same view as December 2013 <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3816246">SP0917 : Cotswold valley</a> when I last walked this valley, since then the track has been relaid.

Track and a footpath

Track and a footpath in a Cotswold valley near Turkdean. The same view as December 2013 SP0917 : Cotswold valley when I last walked this valley, since then the track has been relaid.

Diamond Way Diamond Way heading across to Nut Tree Brake

Diamond Way

Diamond Way heading across to Nut Tree Brake

Downs Barn I last photographed this barn eight years ago, since then the roof to the right has collapsed and generally the tiles have deteriorated <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/92993">SP0918 : Downs Barn</a>. Despite the buildings&#039; state they are still in use. Surprisingly, no Geographer has set foot inside this grid square during the intervening eight years. There is no road access to this square, but certainly not remote with three villages within a couple of kilometres.

Downs Barn

I last photographed this barn eight years ago, since then the roof to the right has collapsed and generally the tiles have deteriorated SP0918 : Downs Barn. Despite the buildings' state they are still in use. Surprisingly, no Geographer has set foot inside this grid square during the intervening eight years. There is no road access to this square, but certainly not remote with three villages within a couple of kilometres.

A Cotswold valley A Cotswold valley upstream from Turkdean. The low midwinter sun is casting long shadows of the hedgerow.

A Cotswold valley

A Cotswold valley upstream from Turkdean. The low midwinter sun is casting long shadows of the hedgerow.

Cotswold grazing land In the middle ages sheep husbandry in the Cotswold Hills was widespread, the wealth this created is evident in many of the Cotswold churches and old manor houses in the district. Today, much of the Cotswolds&#039; land is arable with cereal and maize being major crops, so sheep are a less common sight.

Cotswold grazing land

In the middle ages sheep husbandry in the Cotswold Hills was widespread, the wealth this created is evident in many of the Cotswold churches and old manor houses in the district. Today, much of the Cotswolds' land is arable with cereal and maize being major crops, so sheep are a less common sight.

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Aston Road Wood is located at Grid Ref: SP1117 (Lat: 51.858945, Lng: -1.838398)

Administrative County: Gloucestershire

District: Cotswold

Police Authority: Gloucestershire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 51.858945,-1.838398

Bus Stop

Manor House

Bus: yes

Naptan AtcoCode: 1600GLC450

Naptan Bearing: SE

Naptan CommonName: Manor House

Naptan NaptanCode: glogdgwd

Naptan Street: Notgrove Ln

Naptan Verified: no

Public Transport: platform

Source: naptan_import

Lat/Long: 51.8572926/-1.845082

The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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