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Awre

Settlement in Gloucestershire Forest of Dean

England

Awre

Shed on the bank of the River Severn at Awre Photographed on a wet and windy November. Much relieved by an excellent pub at the end of the walk.
Shed on the bank of the River Severn at Awre Credit: Jerry Fryman

Awre is a small village located in the Forest of Dean district of Gloucestershire, England. Situated on the banks of the River Severn, it is approximately 9 miles southwest of the town of Lydney. The village is predominantly rural, surrounded by picturesque fields and woodland.

Historically, Awre has a rich heritage, dating back to the Roman era. The village was mentioned in the Domesday Book of 1086, and remnants of a Roman settlement have been discovered in the area. In the 19th century, Awre became an important port due to its proximity to the River Severn, and it played a significant role in the timber and coal industries.

Today, Awre is a peaceful and charming village with a close-knit community. It boasts a number of traditional stone-built houses and cottages, giving it a quaint and timeless feel. The St. Andrew's Church, a Grade I listed building, stands as a prominent feature in the village, showcasing beautiful Norman architecture.

Nature lovers will appreciate Awre's proximity to the River Severn and the surrounding countryside, providing ample opportunities for scenic walks, wildlife spotting, and fishing. The area is also known for its birdwatching, with a variety of species frequenting the riverbanks.

While Awre may be small, it offers a tranquil and idyllic setting for those seeking a peaceful retreat in the heart of Gloucestershire's natural beauty.

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Shed on the bank of the River Severn at Awre Photographed on a wet and windy November. Much relieved by an excellent pub at the end of the walk.
Shed on the bank of the River Severn at Awre
Photographed on a wet and windy November. Much relieved by an excellent pub at the end of the walk.
Pylons near Arlingham The pylons carry electricity across the River Severn. The Severn Way walk continues around the river edge to Hock Cliff, made from Lower Jurassic rocks.
Pylons near Arlingham
The pylons carry electricity across the River Severn. The Severn Way walk continues around the river edge to Hock Cliff, made from Lower Jurassic rocks.
Village Hall, Awre Had a pleasant pair of Gates commemorating the Queen's Silver Jubilee in 1977.
Village Hall, Awre
Had a pleasant pair of Gates commemorating the Queen's Silver Jubilee in 1977.
Farmland, Awre Picture taken from the Severn Way across farmland to the River Severn itself.
Farmland, Awre
Picture taken from the Severn Way across farmland to the River Severn itself.
River Severn The river Severn has nearly completed its journey around the large horseshoe bend by Newnham. From here it starts to open up into the Noose. A large tidal area of mud and sand. The tide is on its way out uncovering the dangerous sand banks. On the horizon is May hill.
River Severn
The river Severn has nearly completed its journey around the large horseshoe bend by Newnham. From here it starts to open up into the Noose. A large tidal area of mud and sand. The tide is on its way out uncovering the dangerous sand banks. On the horizon is May hill.
Bank of the river Severn Close to Awre this quiet section of the river Severn is a good area for wildlife spotting. The tide is on its way out revealing the massive sand banks. Large pieces of driftwood are deposited along the bank by the high tide.
Bank of the river Severn
Close to Awre this quiet section of the river Severn is a good area for wildlife spotting. The tide is on its way out revealing the massive sand banks. Large pieces of driftwood are deposited along the bank by the high tide.
Electric pylons by the river Severn These very high pylons are used to span the river Severn with power grid cables. In the background centre stands Arlingham church and behind the church on the horizon is May Hill.
Electric pylons by the river Severn
These very high pylons are used to span the river Severn with power grid cables. In the background centre stands Arlingham church and behind the church on the horizon is May Hill.
Stile on the Severn Way, near Arlingham With the tide in the River Severn is very wide where it negotiates the large horseshoe opposite Newnham. Due to the river's width taller pylons are used to carry power cables across the river.
Stile on the Severn Way, near Arlingham
With the tide in the River Severn is very wide where it negotiates the large horseshoe opposite Newnham. Due to the river's width taller pylons are used to carry power cables across the river.
The River Severn near Arlingham View downstream from the bank of the River Severn to the south of Arlingham. The Cotswolds can be seen on the horizon.
The River Severn near Arlingham
View downstream from the bank of the River Severn to the south of Arlingham. The Cotswolds can be seen on the horizon.
Teasel on the banks of the River Severn Teasel on the banks of the River Severn near Arlingham.
Teasel on the banks of the River Severn
Teasel on the banks of the River Severn near Arlingham.
Pylons on the banks of the River Severn Tall electricity pylons carry the power cables over the River Severn to the south of Arlingham.
Pylons on the banks of the River Severn
Tall electricity pylons carry the power cables over the River Severn to the south of Arlingham.
Hope Pill, Arlingham Hope Pill drains into the River Severn to the south of the village of Arlingham.
Hope Pill, Arlingham
Hope Pill drains into the River Severn to the south of the village of Arlingham.
The River Severn at Arlingham Tall pylons carry electricity power cables across the width of the River Severn. The river here negotiates a large horseshoe bend, the view of the river is downstream and the Cotswolds can be seen on the horizon.
The River Severn at Arlingham
Tall pylons carry electricity power cables across the width of the River Severn. The river here negotiates a large horseshoe bend, the view of the river is downstream and the Cotswolds can be seen on the horizon.
Flotsam on the bank of the River Severn A plastic chair is caught on barbed wire on the bank of the River Severn to the south of Arlingham.
Flotsam on the bank of the River Severn
A plastic chair is caught on barbed wire on the bank of the River Severn to the south of Arlingham.
Pylons at Arlingham Tall pylons at Arlingham carry the power cables across the River Severn.
Pylons at Arlingham
Tall pylons at Arlingham carry the power cables across the River Severn.
Awre Point from Hock Cliff View south-west across the gridsquare from the edge of the river cliff near Fretherne.
Awre Point from Hock Cliff
View south-west across the gridsquare from the edge of the river cliff near Fretherne.
Parish Church Awre
Parish Church Awre
A choir of angels in Awre churchyard.
A choir of angels in Awre churchyard.
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Awre is located at Grid Ref: SO7008 (Lat: 51.772821, Lng: -2.429706)

Administrative County: Gloucestershire

District: Forest of Dean

Police Authority: Gloucestershire

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Awre
Is In: Gloucestershire, England, UK
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Northington
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Bus Stop
War Memorial
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Honeysuckle Cottage
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Honeysuckle Cottage
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Awre Village Hall
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Historic: memorial
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Bench
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Material: wood
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Post Box
Collection Plate: CP7
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 17:15; Sa 09:00
Operator: Royal Mail
Post Box Mounting: wall
Post Box Type: lamp
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Booth: K6
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Listed Status: Grade II
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