Edge End

Settlement in Gloucestershire Forest of Dean

England

Edge End

Sallowvallets track
Sallowvallets track Credit: don cload

Edge End is a small village located in the county of Gloucestershire, in the southwest of England. Situated in the picturesque Cotswolds area, Edge End is known for its stunning natural beauty and charming rural character. The village is nestled amidst rolling hills and lush green fields, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside.

With a population of around 200 residents, Edge End has a close-knit community that embraces its peaceful and tranquil atmosphere. The village primarily consists of traditional stone cottages, giving it a timeless appeal. The local architecture reflects the area's rich history, with some buildings dating back several centuries.

Edge End is surrounded by an abundance of outdoor recreational opportunities. The nearby Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty provides ample opportunities for walking, hiking, and cycling, with numerous trails and pathways to explore. Additionally, the village is close to several nature reserves and parks, allowing residents and visitors to appreciate the diverse flora and fauna of the region.

Despite its rural setting, Edge End benefits from good connectivity. The village is within easy reach of larger towns such as Stroud and Cheltenham, which offer a range of amenities including shops, schools, and healthcare facilities. The M5 motorway is also conveniently accessible, providing links to other major cities in the region.

Edge End offers a tranquil and idyllic lifestyle for those seeking a peaceful retreat amidst the natural splendor of the Cotswolds. Its picturesque setting, friendly community, and proximity to amenities make it an attractive place to live or visit for nature enthusiasts and those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of urban life.

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Edge End Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.816342/-2.592586 or Grid Reference SO5913. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Sallowvallets track
Sallowvallets track
Sharp turn in the forest track
Sharp turn in the forest track
West Dean : A4136 Looking along the A4136.
West Dean : A4136
Looking along the A4136.
West Dean : A4136 Looking along the A4136.
West Dean : A4136
Looking along the A4136.
West Dean : Road A road off the A4136 to Upper Lydbrook.
West Dean : Road
A road off the A4136 to Upper Lydbrook.
Family Cycle Trail at turning for Beechenhurst The Cycle Trail follows the main line of Severn and Wye Railway to the site of Drybrook Road Junction and then the northern part of the Mineral Loop Line.  The final part of the cycle loop leaves old railway routes and is rather steeply down. Beechenhurst is a Forestry England recreation centre with café and many attractions. The track there follows the course of a branch to an old colliery.
Family Cycle Trail at turning for Beechenhurst
The Cycle Trail follows the main line of Severn and Wye Railway to the site of Drybrook Road Junction and then the northern part of the Mineral Loop Line. The final part of the cycle loop leaves old railway routes and is rather steeply down. Beechenhurst is a Forestry England recreation centre with café and many attractions. The track there follows the course of a branch to an old colliery.
Family Cycle Trail, Forest of Dean The Cycle Trail follows the main line of Severn and Wye Railway, as here, to the site of Drybrook Road Junction and then the northern part of the Mineral Loop Line. The final part of the cycle loop leaves old railway routes.  Just ahead here a footpath crosses.
Family Cycle Trail, Forest of Dean
The Cycle Trail follows the main line of Severn and Wye Railway, as here, to the site of Drybrook Road Junction and then the northern part of the Mineral Loop Line. The final part of the cycle loop leaves old railway routes. Just ahead here a footpath crosses.
Wimberry Bottom (Colliery) Site of Wimbery Bottom Mine/Colliery.

As it was in 1932, <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/images-books/archive/collections/aerial-photos/record/EPW039912" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/images-books/archive/collections/aerial-photos/record/EPW039912">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>
As it was in 1946 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/images-books/archive/collections/aerial-photos/record/RAF_CPE_UK_1913_RP_3019" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/images-books/archive/collections/aerial-photos/record/RAF_CPE_UK_1913_RP_3019">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>
Wimberry Bottom (Colliery)
Site of Wimbery Bottom Mine/Colliery. As it was in 1932, LinkExternal link As it was in 1946 LinkExternal link
A misty day in Swallowvallets The day was grey and damp throughout, with lots of heavy mists gently drifting around the woodlands - a typical Forest of Dean November day!
A misty day in Swallowvallets
The day was grey and damp throughout, with lots of heavy mists gently drifting around the woodlands - a typical Forest of Dean November day!
Swallowvallets track The 1:50,000 map shows a path, but the 1:25,000 shows a more realistic trackway.
Swallowvallets track
The 1:50,000 map shows a path, but the 1:25,000 shows a more realistic trackway.
Forest of Dean in the mist, 2 The track to the 'Speculation' car park.
Forest of Dean in the mist, 2
The track to the 'Speculation' car park.
Forest of Dean in the mist, 3 The point where the track to 'Speculation' car park meets the B4234 New Road.
Forest of Dean in the mist, 3
The point where the track to 'Speculation' car park meets the B4234 New Road.
Footbridge over the Cannop Brook, November 2016, 1 One of my favourite photography spots in the Forest of Dean. See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4252248">SO6112 : Footbridge over the Cannop Brook, autumn 2014</a>, <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1630511">SO6112 : Footbridge over the Cannop Brook - winter</a>, and <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1302186">SO6112 : Footbridge over the Cannop 2</a>.
Light was much better than in 2014 and I've reined in my saturation since 2009.
Footbridge over the Cannop Brook, November 2016, 1
One of my favourite photography spots in the Forest of Dean. See SO6112 : Footbridge over the Cannop Brook, autumn 2014, SO6112 : Footbridge over the Cannop Brook - winter, and SO6112 : Footbridge over the Cannop 2. Light was much better than in 2014 and I've reined in my saturation since 2009.
Footbridge over the Cannop Brook, November 2016, 2 One of my favourite photography spots in the Forest of Dean. See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4252248">SO6112 : Footbridge over the Cannop Brook, autumn 2014</a>, <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1630511">SO6112 : Footbridge over the Cannop Brook - winter</a>, and <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1302186">SO6112 : Footbridge over the Cannop 2</a>.
Light was much better than in 2014 and I've reined in my saturation since 2009.
Footbridge over the Cannop Brook, November 2016, 2
One of my favourite photography spots in the Forest of Dean. See SO6112 : Footbridge over the Cannop Brook, autumn 2014, SO6112 : Footbridge over the Cannop Brook - winter, and SO6112 : Footbridge over the Cannop 2. Light was much better than in 2014 and I've reined in my saturation since 2009.
Footbridge over the Cannop Brook, November 2016, 3 One of my favourite photography spots in the Forest of Dean. See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4252248">SO6112 : Footbridge over the Cannop Brook, autumn 2014</a>, <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1630511">SO6112 : Footbridge over the Cannop Brook - winter</a>, and <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1302186">SO6112 : Footbridge over the Cannop 2</a>.
Light was much better than in 2014 and I've reined in my saturation since 2009.
Footbridge over the Cannop Brook, November 2016, 3
One of my favourite photography spots in the Forest of Dean. See SO6112 : Footbridge over the Cannop Brook, autumn 2014, SO6112 : Footbridge over the Cannop Brook - winter, and SO6112 : Footbridge over the Cannop 2. Light was much better than in 2014 and I've reined in my saturation since 2009.
Footbridge over the Cannop Brook, November 2016, 4 One of my favourite photography spots in the Forest of Dean. See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4252248">SO6112 : Footbridge over the Cannop Brook, autumn 2014</a>, <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1630511">SO6112 : Footbridge over the Cannop Brook - winter</a>, and <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1302186">SO6112 : Footbridge over the Cannop 2</a>.
Light was much better than in 2014 and I've reined in my saturation since 2009.
Footbridge over the Cannop Brook, November 2016, 4
One of my favourite photography spots in the Forest of Dean. See SO6112 : Footbridge over the Cannop Brook, autumn 2014, SO6112 : Footbridge over the Cannop Brook - winter, and SO6112 : Footbridge over the Cannop 2. Light was much better than in 2014 and I've reined in my saturation since 2009.
We three cyclists Part of the Forest of Dean's cycle route through Sallowvallets Inclosure.
We three cyclists
Part of the Forest of Dean's cycle route through Sallowvallets Inclosure.
Sallowvallets Inclosure One of the main cycle routes through the Forest of Dean and part of the Wysis Way. See; <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.ldwa.org.uk/ldp/members/show_path.php?path_name=Wysis+Way" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.ldwa.org.uk/ldp/members/show_path.php?path_name=Wysis+Way">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>
Sallowvallets Inclosure
One of the main cycle routes through the Forest of Dean and part of the Wysis Way. See; LinkExternal link
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Edge End is located at Grid Ref: SO5913 (Lat: 51.816342, Lng: -2.592586)

Administrative County: Gloucestershire

District: Forest of Dean

Police Authority: Gloucestershire

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