Campden Wood

Wood, Forest in Gloucestershire Cotswold

England

Campden Wood

Market Hall, Chipping Campden Dates from 1627 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1078442?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1078442?section=official-list-entry">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>
Market Hall, Chipping Campden Credit: Jonathan Thacker

Campden Wood is a picturesque forest located in the county of Gloucestershire, England. Covering an area of approximately 250 acres, it is nestled within the stunning Cotswolds countryside, renowned for its natural beauty and charming villages. The wood is situated near the market town of Chipping Campden, which is just a short distance away.

Campden Wood is predominantly made up of broadleaved trees, including oak, beech, and ash, creating a diverse and vibrant woodland ecosystem. The forest floor is adorned with an array of wildflowers and ferns, adding to its enchanting atmosphere. The wood is also home to a variety of wildlife, such as deer, badgers, and a wide range of bird species.

The woodland features several well-maintained trails, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and walkers. These paths wind their way through the forest, offering visitors the opportunity to explore its beauty at a leisurely pace. Picnic areas are dotted throughout the wood, providing the perfect spot for a relaxing lunch surrounded by nature.

Campden Wood is not only a haven for wildlife but also a place of historical significance. The forest has been part of the local landscape for centuries and has witnessed the passing of time. Some ancient trees, believed to be hundreds of years old, can be found within its boundaries, serving as a reminder of the area's rich history.

Overall, Campden Wood is a captivating woodland retreat that offers visitors a chance to immerse themselves in nature's tranquility while experiencing the charm of Gloucestershire's countryside.

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Campden Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.047451/-1.80061 or Grid Reference SP1338. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Market Hall, Chipping Campden Dates from 1627 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1078442?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1078442?section=official-list-entry">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>
Market Hall, Chipping Campden
Dates from 1627 LinkExternal link
War Memorial, Chipping Campden Designed by F. L. Griggs <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/F._L._Griggs" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/F._L._Griggs">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> 1919 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1342012?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1342012?section=official-list-entry">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>
War Memorial, Chipping Campden
Designed by F. L. Griggs LinkExternal link 1919 LinkExternal link
Dovers House, Chipping Campden Dates from the 1720s <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1305077?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1305077?section=official-list-entry">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 home of F. L. Griggs <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/F._L._Griggs" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/F._L._Griggs">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>
Dovers House, Chipping Campden
Dates from the 1720s LinkExternal link The home of F. L. Griggs LinkExternal link
The Lanterns, Chipping Campden Date from the early nineteenth century <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1078414?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1078414?section=official-list-entry">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 Lanterns, Chipping Campden
Date from the early nineteenth century LinkExternal link
Braithwaite House, Chipping Campden Dates from the early eighteenth century <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1342036?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1342036?section=official-list-entry">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>
Braithwaite House, Chipping Campden
Dates from the early eighteenth century LinkExternal link
Church Street., Chipping Campden
Church Street., Chipping Campden
Former school and church rooms, Chipping Campden Dates 1837 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1171906?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1171906?section=official-list-entry">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>
Former school and church rooms, Chipping Campden
Dates 1837 LinkExternal link
Entrance to Campden House Dates from about 1613 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1341979?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1341979?section=official-list-entry">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> Campden House was burnt down in 1645 and never rebuilt.
Entrance to Campden House
Dates from about 1613 LinkExternal link Campden House was burnt down in 1645 and never rebuilt.
Church of St James, Chipping Campden, east end Predominantly of the fifteenth century though containing earlier fabric <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1341977?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1341977?section=official-list-entry">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>
Church of St James, Chipping Campden, east end
Predominantly of the fifteenth century though containing earlier fabric LinkExternal link
Site and remains of Campden House Constructed on a grand scale in the early seventeenth century, the house was burnt down in 1645 and never rebuilt <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1013875?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1013875?section=official-list-entry">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>
Site and remains of Campden House
Constructed on a grand scale in the early seventeenth century, the house was burnt down in 1645 and never rebuilt LinkExternal link
Church Cottages, Chipping Campden
Church Cottages, Chipping Campden
Almshouses, Chipping Campden Date from 1612 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1078454?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1078454?section=official-list-entry">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> Contemporary with the Almshouses is the pavement which is also listed <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1305520?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1305520?section=official-list-entry">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>
Almshouses, Chipping Campden
Date from 1612 LinkExternal link Contemporary with the Almshouses is the pavement which is also listed LinkExternal link
Almshouses, Chipping Campden Date from 1612 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1078454?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1078454?section=official-list-entry">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> Contemporary with the Almshouses is the pavement which is also listed <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1305520?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1305520?section=official-list-entry">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>
Almshouses, Chipping Campden
Date from 1612 LinkExternal link Contemporary with the Almshouses is the pavement which is also listed LinkExternal link
Mill Cottage, Chipping Campden Eighteenth century cottage <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1078450?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1078450?section=official-list-entry">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>
Mill Cottage, Chipping Campden
Eighteenth century cottage LinkExternal link
Outbuilding to Court House, Chipping Campden Dates from abut 1612 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1305564?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1305564?section=official-list-entry">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>
Outbuilding to Court House, Chipping Campden
Dates from abut 1612 LinkExternal link
Grassland of Calf's Lane, Chipping Campden Part of the grounds of the long-lost Campden House <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1013875?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1013875?section=official-list-entry">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> On the right is a pond which was part of the landscaped gardens.
Grassland of Calf's Lane, Chipping Campden
Part of the grounds of the long-lost Campden House LinkExternal link On the right is a pond which was part of the landscaped gardens.
Line of trees of Calf's Lane The roadway on the right is a public footpath.
Line of trees of Calf's Lane
The roadway on the right is a public footpath.
Grounds of the forner Campden House An overgrown water feature of the lost gardens of Campden House <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1013875?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1013875?section=official-list-entry">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>
Grounds of the forner Campden House
An overgrown water feature of the lost gardens of Campden House LinkExternal link
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Campden Wood is located at Grid Ref: SP1338 (Lat: 52.047451, Lng: -1.80061)

Administrative County: Gloucestershire

District: Cotswold

Police Authority: Gloucestershire

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Located within 500m of 52.047451,-1.80061
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Source: survey
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Campden House Lodge
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