Bromham Plantation

Wood, Forest in Gloucestershire Cotswold

England

Bromham Plantation

Stone Stile, Great Barrington In a recently re-built garden wall to "the Glebe Barn", looking North.
Stone Stile, Great Barrington Credit: Anthony Rau

Bromham Plantation is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Gloucestershire, England. Situated in the heart of the beautiful Forest of Dean, this plantation covers a vast area of approximately 500 acres. The site is known for its diverse range of tree species, including oak, beech, and birch, which create a dense and enchanting forest.

The woodland offers a tranquil and serene atmosphere, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and hikers. Visitors can explore the well-maintained footpaths that wind through the plantation, providing stunning views of the surrounding countryside. The paths are suitable for all abilities, making it an ideal location for families or those looking for a leisurely stroll.

Aside from its natural beauty, Bromham Plantation has a rich historical significance. The woodland was once part of the ancient Royal Forest of Dean, which served as a hunting ground for the medieval English monarchy. Evidence of this can still be seen today, with remnants of old deer parks and hunting lodges scattered throughout the area.

Wildlife thrives within the plantation, with a variety of bird species, mammals, and insects calling it home. Lucky visitors may catch a glimpse of elusive creatures such as deer or foxes during their visit. The woodland is also home to a wide range of flora, including wildflowers and fungi, adding to its ecological diversity.

Overall, Bromham Plantation in Gloucestershire offers a harmonious blend of natural beauty, historical significance, and abundant wildlife. It is a haven for those seeking an escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the tranquility of the forest.

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Bromham Plantation Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.837626/-1.7032793 or Grid Reference SP2015. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Stone Stile, Great Barrington In a recently re-built garden wall to "the Glebe Barn", looking North.
Stone Stile, Great Barrington
In a recently re-built garden wall to "the Glebe Barn", looking North.
Stone Stile, Great Barrington A private stile in a wall rebuilt between June and December 2009, to a small field.
Stone Stile, Great Barrington
A private stile in a wall rebuilt between June and December 2009, to a small field.
Junction, Great Barrington With the war memorial and a grass triangle
Junction, Great Barrington
With the war memorial and a grass triangle
Listed house, Great Barrington Described at <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1090346?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1090346?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> : " Almost symmetrical twin-gabled facade." A public access route runs past on the right.
Listed house, Great Barrington
Described at LinkExternal link : " Almost symmetrical twin-gabled facade." A public access route runs past on the right.
Stables and wall, Great Barrington Looking across the line of sight in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7424117">SP2013 : Junction, Great Barrington</a>, with both wall and listed stable block <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1340836?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1340836?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> visible there. On the right is more of Park Farm. The arm of a signpost needs rescuing.
Stables and wall, Great Barrington
Looking across the line of sight in SP2013 : Junction, Great Barrington, with both wall and listed stable block LinkExternal link visible there. On the right is more of Park Farm. The arm of a signpost needs rescuing.
Byway to Barrington Mill Restricted byway KBA11 sets out from a crossroads with a footpath and public access route, heading for the Windrush valley.
Byway to Barrington Mill
Restricted byway KBA11 sets out from a crossroads with a footpath and public access route, heading for the Windrush valley.
Lane, Great Barrington The route with public access is also seen from beyond the house <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1090346?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1090346?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> shown in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7424121">SP2013 : Listed house, Great Barrington</a>. The other buildings shown on the right are listed as well. Taken from Barrington footpath 12.
Lane, Great Barrington
The route with public access is also seen from beyond the house LinkExternal link shown in SP2013 : Listed house, Great Barrington. The other buildings shown on the right are listed as well. Taken from Barrington footpath 12.
Cottages, Great Barrington On the left is the Reading Room <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1090347?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1090347?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> :"3 pairs of lancets with Gothick glazing". Next door is No 60 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1304911?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1304911?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 cottage on the right is mapped as a ruin but has obviously been rebuilt.
Cottages, Great Barrington
On the left is the Reading Room LinkExternal link :"3 pairs of lancets with Gothick glazing". Next door is No 60 LinkExternal link . The cottage on the right is mapped as a ruin but has obviously been rebuilt.
Gates, Great Barrington The right-hand gate is used by Barrington footpath 12.
Gates, Great Barrington
The right-hand gate is used by Barrington footpath 12.
Stone seat, Great Barrington "Wall incorporating a stone seat and forming the northern boundary of the churchyard of the Church of St Mary ... The wall incorporates a stone bench (possibly removed from the chancel during renovations). The seat is c5m in length with moulded stone bench ends" <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1305100?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1305100?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 building on the left is described at <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1090367?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1090367?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 range possibly corresponds to the rear of the C16 manor house of the Brays".
Stone seat, Great Barrington
"Wall incorporating a stone seat and forming the northern boundary of the churchyard of the Church of St Mary ... The wall incorporates a stone bench (possibly removed from the chancel during renovations). The seat is c5m in length with moulded stone bench ends" LinkExternal link . The building on the left is described at LinkExternal link "The range possibly corresponds to the rear of the C16 manor house of the Brays".
Barrington Park The park is grade II* listed <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1000754?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1000754?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 extreme south-east corner of the park is known as the Glebe."
Barrington Park
The park is grade II* listed LinkExternal link . "The extreme south-east corner of the park is known as the Glebe."
Back lane, Great Barrington A public access route along the southern side of the village.
Back lane, Great Barrington
A public access route along the southern side of the village.
Back lane, Great Barrington On the right is part of Office House.
Back lane, Great Barrington
On the right is part of Office House.
House, Great Barrington Just to the left of <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7434280">SP2113 : Back lane, Great Barrington</a>.
House, Great Barrington
Listed houses, Great Barrington On the right is The Hollies, <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1151981?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1151981?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> "Late C18 ... mullioned casements". In the centre is the tiny No 20 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1090377?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1090377?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>
Listed houses, Great Barrington
On the right is The Hollies, LinkExternal link "Late C18 ... mullioned casements". In the centre is the tiny No 20 LinkExternal link
Downs Barn trig
Downs Barn trig
The Jubilee Field, Great Rissington A new clubhouse is being erected for the sports club at the cricket ground just above the village.
The Jubilee Field, Great Rissington
A new clubhouse is being erected for the sports club at the cricket ground just above the village.
Downs Barn trig. point With the public footpath clearly visible beyond.
Downs Barn trig. point
With the public footpath clearly visible beyond.
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Bromham Plantation is located at Grid Ref: SP2015 (Lat: 51.837626, Lng: -1.7032793)

Administrative County: Gloucestershire

District: Cotswold

Police Authority: Gloucestershire

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Located within 500m of 51.837626,-1.7032793
Material: wood
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 51.8413162/-1.7004669
Material: wood
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 51.8406964/-1.6987503
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