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Ivymoor Head

Landscape Feature in Gloucestershire Forest of Dean

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Ivymoor Head

Cycle trail on former railway trackbed
Cycle trail on former railway trackbed Credit: David Martin

Ivymoor Head is a prominent landscape feature located in the county of Gloucestershire, England. Situated in the heart of the Cotswolds, it is part of a range of rolling hills that characterize the area. The hill is approximately 230 meters (750 feet) high, offering breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.

Covered in lush greenery, Ivymoor Head is known for its dense vegetation, which includes an abundance of ivy, hence its name. The hill is predominantly composed of limestone, a common rock formation in the Cotswolds, and features a gentle slope that gradually ascends to its peak. This gradual incline makes it a popular spot for hikers and nature enthusiasts looking to explore the area.

At the summit of Ivymoor Head, visitors are rewarded with sweeping vistas of the picturesque Cotswold landscape. The rolling hills and meandering streams create a quintessential English countryside scene, dotted with charming villages and historic buildings.

The area surrounding Ivymoor Head is also rich in wildlife, offering a habitat for various species of birds, mammals, and insects. The hill is part of a larger designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, ensuring its preservation and protection.

Ivymoor Head is easily accessible, with several footpaths and trails leading to its summit. Nature lovers and photographers are drawn to this landscape feature, particularly during the spring and summer months when the surrounding fields burst with colorful wildflowers. Whether exploring the hill on foot or simply admiring its beauty from afar, Ivymoor Head is a captivating and idyllic destination within the Gloucestershire countryside.

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Ivymoor Head Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.773505/-2.5461985 or Grid Reference SO6208. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Cycle trail on former railway trackbed
Cycle trail on former railway trackbed
Family Cycle Trail, Forest of Dean The Cycle Trail follows the main line of Severn and Wye Railway to the site of Drybrook Road Junction and then this, the northern part of the Mineral Loop Line. The final part of the cycle loop leaves old railway routes.
Family Cycle Trail, Forest of Dean
The Cycle Trail follows the main line of Severn and Wye Railway to the site of Drybrook Road Junction and then this, the northern part of the Mineral Loop Line. The final part of the cycle loop leaves old railway routes.
HMS Victory Stone This tiny commemorative stone beside a minor forest track has an inscription which reads :- "HMS Victory Following Nelson's visit in 1802 an oak tree was planted here in 1808. It was felled in 2004 in order to refurbish a gun emplacement on HMS Victory in preparation for the bicentennial celebration of Trafalgar."
HMS Victory Stone
This tiny commemorative stone beside a minor forest track has an inscription which reads :- "HMS Victory Following Nelson's visit in 1802 an oak tree was planted here in 1808. It was felled in 2004 in order to refurbish a gun emplacement on HMS Victory in preparation for the bicentennial celebration of Trafalgar."
Mallards Pike Lake The origin of the named Mallards Pike is the former turn pike toll road and nothing to do with a duck (mallard) or fish (pike). Mallard comes from a Mr Maller, who lived until the early 1950s in a toll keeper's cottage. Maller's Turnpike eventually became Mallard's Pike.
Mallards Pike Lake
The origin of the named Mallards Pike is the former turn pike toll road and nothing to do with a duck (mallard) or fish (pike). Mallard comes from a Mr Maller, who lived until the early 1950s in a toll keeper's cottage. Maller's Turnpike eventually became Mallard's Pike.
Mallards Pike The origin of the named Mallards Pike is the former turn pike toll road and nothing to do with a duck (mallard) or fish (pike). Mallard comes from a Mr Maller, who lived until the early 1950s in a toll keeper's cottage. Maller's Turnpike eventually became Mallard's Pike.
Mallards Pike
The origin of the named Mallards Pike is the former turn pike toll road and nothing to do with a duck (mallard) or fish (pike). Mallard comes from a Mr Maller, who lived until the early 1950s in a toll keeper's cottage. Maller's Turnpike eventually became Mallard's Pike.
Sheep at Moseley Green Sheep taking advantage of the shade at Moseley Green.
Sheep at Moseley Green
Sheep taking advantage of the shade at Moseley Green.
Dilapidated cottage Dilapidated cottage at Moseley Green.
Dilapidated cottage
Dilapidated cottage at Moseley Green.
Air shaft Air shaft on a tunnel on the former Severn and Wye Railway.
Air shaft
Air shaft on a tunnel on the former Severn and Wye Railway.
Forest track Forest track near Parkend.
Forest track
Forest track near Parkend.
Church of St Paul, Parkend The Church of St Paul at Parkend was built in 1822 to a design by Henry Poole. The church is unusual with an octagonal nave. The church is Grade II listed, see: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1186362" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1186362">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>
Church of St Paul, Parkend
The Church of St Paul at Parkend was built in 1822 to a design by Henry Poole. The church is unusual with an octagonal nave. The church is Grade II listed, see: LinkExternal link
Parkend Station Parkend Station on the Dean Forest Railway, a rail preservation railway. The level crossing gate is reputedly the longest such gate in the country.
Parkend Station
Parkend Station on the Dean Forest Railway, a rail preservation railway. The level crossing gate is reputedly the longest such gate in the country.
Level crossing at Parkend The crossing gate is reputedly the longest in the country.
Level crossing at Parkend
The crossing gate is reputedly the longest in the country.
Parkend Station Parkend Station, the northern terminus of the Dean Forest Railway.
Parkend Station
Parkend Station, the northern terminus of the Dean Forest Railway.
Dean Field Studies Centre Dean Field Studies Centre is owned by Bristol City Council. The building was built in 1849 as the Blowing Engine House for the ironworks in Parkend and is one of the best surviving examples.
Dean Field Studies Centre
Dean Field Studies Centre is owned by Bristol City Council. The building was built in 1849 as the Blowing Engine House for the ironworks in Parkend and is one of the best surviving examples.
Dean Field Studies Centre Dean Field Studies Centre is owned by Bristol City Council. The building was built in 1849 as the Blowing Engine House for the ironworks in Parkend and is one of the best surviving examples.
Dean Field Studies Centre
Dean Field Studies Centre is owned by Bristol City Council. The building was built in 1849 as the Blowing Engine House for the ironworks in Parkend and is one of the best surviving examples.
Former toll house The Pike House, built as a turnpike house. A 19th century former toll house which was enlarged in the early 20th century. The house stands on the junction of the B4431 and the road to Bream. The house is Grade II listed, see: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1299231" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1299231">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>
Former toll house
The Pike House, built as a turnpike house. A 19th century former toll house which was enlarged in the early 20th century. The house stands on the junction of the B4431 and the road to Bream. The house is Grade II listed, see: LinkExternal link
Yorkley Recreation Ground The football pitch was created by miners on land donated by the Forestry authorities in the early 20th century. We are about to have a summer deluge.
Yorkley Recreation Ground
The football pitch was created by miners on land donated by the Forestry authorities in the early 20th century. We are about to have a summer deluge.
New Fancy Colliery - remains of pumping machinery New Fancy was a colliery that operated from 1852 to 1944 with up to 700 workers and a peak production of 500 tons/day. During shaft consolidation work the remains of two pump bobs were revealed. This one is part buried, broken and projects from the ground while the other (not seen here) has been displaced and is lying on it side. Unfortunately the undergrowth looks to be reclaiming them. There is a masonry wall representing the pit bank beyond and at the bottom is a sign revealing the site of the screens.
New Fancy Colliery - remains of pumping machinery
New Fancy was a colliery that operated from 1852 to 1944 with up to 700 workers and a peak production of 500 tons/day. During shaft consolidation work the remains of two pump bobs were revealed. This one is part buried, broken and projects from the ground while the other (not seen here) has been displaced and is lying on it side. Unfortunately the undergrowth looks to be reclaiming them. There is a masonry wall representing the pit bank beyond and at the bottom is a sign revealing the site of the screens.
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Ivymoor Head is located at Grid Ref: SO6208 (Lat: 51.773505, Lng: -2.5461985)

Administrative County: Gloucestershire

District: Forest of Dean

Police Authority: Gloucestershire

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