Cleeve Wood

Wood, Forest in Gloucestershire Cotswold

England

Cleeve Wood

Phone Box on the Corner As has happened in many villages, Whelford's old red phone box has been smartened up and now houses a local book exchange.
Phone Box on the Corner Credit: Des Blenkinsopp

Cleeve Wood is a charming woodland area located in Gloucestershire, England. Situated near the village of Bishops Cleeve, this woodland covers an area of approximately 70 hectares, providing a picturesque natural landscape for visitors to explore.

The wood is predominantly made up of deciduous trees, including oak, beech, and ash, which create a diverse and vibrant canopy throughout the year. The forest floor is adorned with a variety of wildflowers, such as bluebells and primroses, adding bursts of color to the peaceful surroundings.

Cleeve Wood boasts a network of well-maintained walking trails, allowing visitors to easily navigate the area and enjoy its tranquil ambiance. These paths wind through the trees, offering glimpses of the local wildlife, including squirrels, foxes, and a wide array of bird species. Nature enthusiasts can also spot occasional roe deer, adding an extra element of excitement to their woodland adventures.

The wood is not only a haven for flora and fauna but also holds historical significance. It is believed that the area has been wooded since prehistoric times, and evidence of ancient human activity, such as burial mounds and earthworks, can still be found within its boundaries.

Cleeve Wood is a popular destination for both locals and tourists seeking a peaceful retreat. With its natural beauty, diverse wildlife, and historical importance, it offers a unique experience for anyone looking to immerse themselves in the beauty of Gloucestershire's countryside.

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Cleeve Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.70129/-1.7695177 or Grid Reference SP1600. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Phone Box on the Corner As has happened in many villages, Whelford's old red phone box has been smartened up and now houses a local book exchange.
Phone Box on the Corner
As has happened in many villages, Whelford's old red phone box has been smartened up and now houses a local book exchange.
Wooden Porch at St Anne's Church Whelford's parish church has this rather nice wooden porch on the south side.
Wooden Porch at St Anne's Church
Whelford's parish church has this rather nice wooden porch on the south side.
Victorian Post Box at Whelford Shown in close up here <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3292654">SU1698 : VR postbox, Whelford</a> this Victorian letter box is in a brick plinth right outside the house front door.
Now called Willow Brook House, might this have been the old post office. There is a phone box just out of shot to the right.
Victorian Post Box at Whelford
Shown in close up here SU1698 : VR postbox, Whelford this Victorian letter box is in a brick plinth right outside the house front door. Now called Willow Brook House, might this have been the old post office. There is a phone box just out of shot to the right.
Barn at Whelford Mill A stone barn beside the road near the mill at the north end of the village.
Barn at Whelford Mill
A stone barn beside the road near the mill at the north end of the village.
Behind the Village Hall Play area and picnic tables at the back of Whelford village hall.
Behind the Village Hall
Play area and picnic tables at the back of Whelford village hall.
Pope's Court, Whelford A large house in a small village.
Pope's Court, Whelford
A large house in a small village.
Whelford Church Whelford church is dedicated to St Anne.  The church was designed by GE Street in 1863-4 and is Grade II listed, see: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1089415?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1089415?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>
Whelford Church
Whelford church is dedicated to St Anne. The church was designed by GE Street in 1863-4 and is Grade II listed, see: LinkExternal link
Road junction in Whelford
Road junction in Whelford
Houses in Whelford
Houses in Whelford
Road to Fairford Road to Fairford in the village of Whelford.
Road to Fairford
Road to Fairford in the village of Whelford.
Whelford Village Hall
Whelford Village Hall
Military Fencing, Fairford Airfield There's a lot of that round here. The large military airbase at Fairford gets into at least ten of the adjacent squares.
Military Fencing, Fairford Airfield
There's a lot of that round here. The large military airbase at Fairford gets into at least ten of the adjacent squares.
A bale and a tree near Whelford This side of Horcott Road is rural farmland. Just behind me on the other side is the barbed wire and bunkers and general militarism of Fairford Airfield.
A bale and a tree near Whelford
This side of Horcott Road is rural farmland. Just behind me on the other side is the barbed wire and bunkers and general militarism of Fairford Airfield.
Vacant Land near the Sewage Works
Vacant Land near the Sewage Works
Hay Field near the Airfield Looking across new mown hay towards some buildings on the Fairford Airbase.
Hay Field near the Airfield
Looking across new mown hay towards some buildings on the Fairford Airbase.
Watching the Red Arrows, Royal International Air Tattoo, RAF Fairford Spectators outside the perimeter fence getting a free show.
Watching the Red Arrows, Royal International Air Tattoo, RAF Fairford
Spectators outside the perimeter fence getting a free show.
Breitling biplanes, Royal International Air Tattoo, RAF Fairford Biplanes used by the Breitling Wingwalkers.<span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.breitlingwingwalkers.com/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.breitlingwingwalkers.com/">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>
Breitling biplanes, Royal International Air Tattoo, RAF Fairford
Biplanes used by the Breitling Wingwalkers.LinkExternal link
Spitfire, Royal International Air Tattoo, RAF Fairford
Spitfire, Royal International Air Tattoo, RAF Fairford
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Cleeve Wood is located at Grid Ref: SP1600 (Lat: 51.70129, Lng: -1.7695177)

Administrative County: Gloucestershire

District: Cotswold

Police Authority: Gloucestershire

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