Broadwell Hill Covert

Wood, Forest in Gloucestershire Cotswold

England

Broadwell Hill Covert

Field of grass next to B4450 at Martin's Hill
Field of grass next to B4450 at Martin's Hill Credit: David Gearing

Broadwell Hill Covert is a woodland area located in Gloucestershire, England. Situated in the heart of the Forest of Dean, it is known for its natural beauty and diverse ecosystem. The woodland covers an area of approximately 100 acres, making it a significant part of the local landscape.

Broadwell Hill Covert is characterized by a mixture of deciduous and coniferous trees, including oak, beech, and pine. This variety creates a rich tapestry of colors throughout the seasons, with vibrant foliage in the autumn and lush greenery in the summer. The woodland floor is covered in a carpet of wildflowers, ferns, and mosses, adding to the enchanting atmosphere.

The area is a haven for wildlife, providing a habitat for a wide range of species. Birds such as woodpeckers, owls, and buzzards can be spotted, while mammals like deer, foxes, and badgers roam the woodland. The diverse flora and fauna make Broadwell Hill Covert popular among nature enthusiasts and photographers.

Visitors to Broadwell Hill Covert can explore the woodland through a network of well-maintained footpaths. These paths lead to secluded clearings and viewpoints, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the peaceful surroundings. The area is also home to a number of small streams, adding to the tranquility and charm of the woodland.

Broadwell Hill Covert offers a serene retreat away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. With its stunning natural beauty and abundant wildlife, it is a true gem in the heart of Gloucestershire's woodlands.

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Broadwell Hill Covert Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.936487/-1.6987154 or Grid Reference SP2026. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Field of grass next to B4450 at Martin's Hill
Field of grass next to B4450 at Martin's Hill
Lower Farmhouse Late 18th/early 19th Century farmhouse with later additions.  Grade II listed - see <span class="nowrap"><a title="www.historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1154846" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1154846">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>.
Lower Farmhouse
Late 18th/early 19th Century farmhouse with later additions. Grade II listed - see LinkExternal link.
Broadwell Manor 17th Century manor house rebuilt in 1757 after a fire, then with later additions.  Grade II* listed - see <span class="nowrap"><a title="www.historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1089783" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1089783">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>.
Broadwell Manor
17th Century manor house rebuilt in 1757 after a fire, then with later additions. Grade II* listed - see LinkExternal link.
Broadwell Farm Early 18th Century farmhouse with attached yard entrance/hay loft.  Grade II listed - see <span class="nowrap"><a title="www.historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1341091" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1341091">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>.
Broadwell Farm
Early 18th Century farmhouse with attached yard entrance/hay loft. Grade II listed - see LinkExternal link.
Broadwell Farm Looking towards Broadwell Farm.  The farmhouse itself, dating from the early 18th Century, is just visible in the centre of the photo with the later outbuildings on the right.  Both the farmhouse and outbuildings are grade II listed - see <span class="nowrap"><a title="www.historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1341091" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1341091">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> and <span class="nowrap"><a title="www.historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1341110" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1341110">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>.
Broadwell Farm
Looking towards Broadwell Farm. The farmhouse itself, dating from the early 18th Century, is just visible in the centre of the photo with the later outbuildings on the right. Both the farmhouse and outbuildings are grade II listed - see LinkExternal link and LinkExternal link.
Broadwell Farm Looking towards Broadwell Farm.  The farmhouse itself, dating from the early 18th Century, is just visible on the left of the photo with the later outbuildings on the right.  Both the farmhouse and outbuildings are grade II listed - see <span class="nowrap"><a title="www.historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1341091" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1341091">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> and <span class="nowrap"><a title="www.historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1341110" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1341110">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>.
Broadwell Farm
Looking towards Broadwell Farm. The farmhouse itself, dating from the early 18th Century, is just visible on the left of the photo with the later outbuildings on the right. Both the farmhouse and outbuildings are grade II listed - see LinkExternal link and LinkExternal link.
Timperley, Studio and Pimlico Cottages Row of cottages built in the 1850s.  Grade II listed - see <span class="nowrap"><a title="www.historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1303579" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1303579">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>.
Timperley, Studio and Pimlico Cottages
Row of cottages built in the 1850s. Grade II listed - see LinkExternal link.
The Fox Inn Pub on the village green with records going back to at least the 1890s.  On the left is Rose's Cottage.
The Fox Inn
Pub on the village green with records going back to at least the 1890s. On the left is Rose's Cottage.
Green Cottage and Wheatsheaf House Two houses on the edge of the village green.  Wheatsheaf House, on the right, originates from the late 17th/early 18th Century and was once a pub, closing in the early 20th Century.  It is grade II listed - see <span class="nowrap"><a title="www.historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1089790" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1089790">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>.
Green Cottage and Wheatsheaf House
Two houses on the edge of the village green. Wheatsheaf House, on the right, originates from the late 17th/early 18th Century and was once a pub, closing in the early 20th Century. It is grade II listed - see LinkExternal link.
Seat and rock Commemorative seat and rock on the village green, acknowledging the gift of the green to the village by Lord Ashton of Broadwell Hill, who owned around 300 ha of the village.
Seat and rock
Commemorative seat and rock on the village green, acknowledging the gift of the green to the village by Lord Ashton of Broadwell Hill, who owned around 300 ha of the village.
Broadwell Ford Ford across the brook that runs alongside the village green.  In the background, behind the K6 phone box, is the village hall.
Broadwell Ford
Ford across the brook that runs alongside the village green. In the background, behind the K6 phone box, is the village hall.
Defibrillator phone box A K6 phone box in front of the village hall, containing a defibrillator as indicated by the sign on the post above it.  For wider view see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5434066">SP2027 : Broadwell Ford</a>.
Defibrillator phone box
A K6 phone box in front of the village hall, containing a defibrillator as indicated by the sign on the post above it. For wider view see SP2027 : Broadwell Ford.
Duck race A duck race under way on the brook that runs alongside the village green.  Duck racing is a feature of the Broadwell and Donnington village fete that was due to take place the following weekend.  This particular race was a private event as part of a wedding celebration taking place in the village.
Duck race
A duck race under way on the brook that runs alongside the village green. Duck racing is a feature of the Broadwell and Donnington village fete that was due to take place the following weekend. This particular race was a private event as part of a wedding celebration taking place in the village.
The Church of St Paul at Broadwell Viewed from the south.
The Church of St Paul at Broadwell
Viewed from the south.
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark This mark can be found on the wall of St Paul's Church in Broadwell. The benchmark height is recorded as being 156.18 metres above seal level. For more detail see : <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm59230" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm59230">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>
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark
This mark can be found on the wall of St Paul's Church in Broadwell. The benchmark height is recorded as being 156.18 metres above seal level. For more detail see : LinkExternal link
Lane passing Tythe Farm The eastern end of the village of Maugersbury.
Lane passing Tythe Farm
The eastern end of the village of Maugersbury.
Maugersbury The eastern end of the village, viewed across a small brook which finds its way to the River Evenlode.
Maugersbury
The eastern end of the village, viewed across a small brook which finds its way to the River Evenlode.
Planted field near Maugersbury Farmland on the south western side of Martin's Hill, which drains towards the River Evenlode.
Planted field near Maugersbury
Farmland on the south western side of Martin's Hill, which drains towards the River Evenlode.
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Broadwell Hill Covert is located at Grid Ref: SP2026 (Lat: 51.936487, Lng: -1.6987154)

Administrative County: Gloucestershire

District: Cotswold

Police Authority: Gloucestershire

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