Groveridge Wood

Wood, Forest in Oxfordshire South Oxfordshire

England

Groveridge Wood

A4130 at Nuffield village boundary Credit: Colin Pyle

Groveridge Wood is a captivating woodland located in Oxfordshire, England. Nestled amidst the scenic countryside, it spans across a vast area of approximately 50 acres, offering visitors a serene and tranquil escape from the bustling city life.

The wood is primarily composed of deciduous trees, including oak, beech, and birch, which create a magnificent canopy, especially during the autumn months when the leaves transform into a kaleidoscope of vibrant colors. The dense foliage provides a habitat for numerous species of birds, such as woodpeckers and thrushes, making it a paradise for birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts.

Traversing through Groveridge Wood, visitors are greeted by an intricate network of well-maintained footpaths, allowing them to explore the woodland at their leisure. These paths lead to hidden clearings, where one can find peaceful spots to relax or have a picnic amidst the enchanting surroundings.

In addition to its natural beauty, Groveridge Wood also holds historical significance. Within its boundaries, there are remnants of an ancient settlement dating back to the Iron Age, indicating that the wood has been inhabited for thousands of years.

The wood is open to the public year-round and is a popular destination for hikers, dog walkers, and families seeking a day out in nature. With its breathtaking scenery, diverse wildlife, and historical remnants, Groveridge Wood is a captivating destination that showcases the natural and cultural heritage of Oxfordshire.

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Groveridge Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.58017/-1.0080644 or Grid Reference SU6887. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

A4130 at Nuffield village boundary

Colin Pyle

A4130 at Port Hill

Colin Pyle

Layby on Gangsdown Hill west on Nettlebed

David Howard

Light Snow at The Maker Space

The Crown at Nuffield was a lovely traditional pub in the Brakspears of Henley estate, but like so many country pubs these days couldn't keep going. It was closed for a long time SU6787 : The Crown closed inn beside the A4130 but happily is now open again as The Maker Space (at The Crown) aiming more at the coffee, cake and light meals market, and also as a craft centre.

Des Blenkinsopp

Cottages on the edge of Nettlebed Common

This group of cottages sit facing the northern edge of Nettlebed Common but within the parish of Swyncombe.

Simon Mortimer

Digberry Farm, Huntercombe Lane

The farm sits within a large square earthwork of unknown age measuring 200 metres across.

Simon Mortimer

Cottages at Park Corner

Looking north along the footpath from Huntercombe End.

Simon Mortimer

Nettlebed Kiln

Centre of a mediaeval brick-making industry, this kiln is the last remaining vestige of the village's greatness.

Alan Simkins

Cottages in Mill Road

Cottages in Mill Road, the road to Windmill Hill.

Colin Bates

Soundess Farm near Nettlebed

Andrew Smith

Footpath heading to Berrick Trench

From Magpies the footpath heading to Berrick Trench

Shaun Ferguson

Village Shop

Nettlebed Village Shop and Sub Post Office on Watlington Street

Shaun Ferguson

Nettlebed Telephone Exchange, Oxon

This modern TE lies at the far end of The Old Kiln, a cul-de-sac near the centre of the village and has the code THNB. It replaced The Old Exchange in Chapel Lane, now a private dwelling, somewhile ago. This TE now provides telephone and broadband services to 741 residential and 74 non-residential premises in Nettlebed plus Cookley Green, Highmoor, Highmoor Cross, Maidensgrove, Nuffield and Russell's Water nearby. There is also a preserved bottle kiln near the TE, as a reminder of brick, tile and pottery manufacture in Nettlebed from medieval times until the 20th century, SU7086 refers. This TE has the numbering ranges (01491) 641xxx, 642xxx, the (01491) referring to the Henley-on-Thames group of ten TEs, and its postcode is RG9 5BA.

David Hillas

H 63 & 3 SV

A little clump of posts in the woods near Nettlebed, just by the road going up to Soundess.

Des Blenkinsopp

Nettlebed Recreation Ground

The recreation ground on Nettlebed Common at Priest's Hill dates back to 1908. The Nettlebed & District Commons Act 1906 stated that 'within two years from the passing of this Act the said Robert Fleming shall set out level and form a recreation ground upon Nettlebed Common for the use of the inhabitants of Nettlebed and such recreation ground shall not be less than three acres in extent'. Robert Fleming was then Lord of the Manor and soon to become grandfather of author Ian Fleming, born in 1908.

Simon Mortimer

Bus stop at Nettlebed

Just east of the village on the A4130. Adjacent, to the right, are two pudding stones. A close up, explaining the significance, is here SU7086 : Pudding stones at Nettlebed

Graham Horn

Entering Nettlebed

These solid Georgian houses mark the eastern entrance to the village. They were probably built when this was one of the coaching routes from London to Oxford.

Graham Horn

Former coaching inn

This is almost certainly a former coaching inn, on the road from London to Oxford, probably The Bull. At one time there were seven pubs in the village; now only the White Hart, opposite this one, remains.

Graham Horn

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Groveridge Wood is located at Grid Ref: SU6887 (Lat: 51.58017, Lng: -1.0080644)

Administrative County: Oxfordshire

District: South Oxfordshire

Police Authority: Thames Valley