Hammerley Down

Downs, Moorland in Gloucestershire

England

Hammerley Down

Tortworth lodges
Tortworth lodges Credit: don cload

Hammerley Down is a picturesque area located in the county of Gloucestershire, England. It is situated within the larger region of the Cotswolds, renowned for its stunning natural landscapes. Hammerley Down specifically offers a unique combination of downs and moorland scenery, creating a diverse and captivating environment.

The downs in Hammerley Down are characterized by their rolling hills and expansive grasslands. These open spaces provide breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside, with their lush greenery stretching as far as the eye can see. These downs are perfect for leisurely walks, picnics, or simply immersing oneself in the tranquility of nature.

The moorland of Hammerley Down is equally captivating, featuring a mix of heather, gorse, and bracken. This rugged terrain adds a touch of wildness to the landscape, contrasting with the gentle slopes of the downs. Moorland in Hammerley Down is home to a wide variety of wildlife, including birds, small mammals, and unique plant species.

Visitors to Hammerley Down can explore its beauty through a network of footpaths and trails, allowing them to fully appreciate the natural wonders of the area. Additionally, the downs and moorland offer ideal conditions for outdoor activities such as hiking, horse riding, and birdwatching.

Hammerley Down's location within the Cotswolds also means it is within reach of charming villages and towns, offering quaint pubs, historic sites, and local amenities. This allows visitors to experience both the unspoiled natural beauty of Hammerley Down and the cultural delights of Gloucestershire.

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Hammerley Down Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.623342/-2.4217666 or Grid Reference ST7091. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Tortworth lodges
Tortworth lodges
Charfield railway station (site), Gloucestershire Opened in 1844 on what became the Midland Railway's line from Gloucester to Bristol, this station closed in 1965. 
View south towards Wickwar and Bristol. The two parallel platforms have been removed but the station buildings to the left of the line in the middle distance were still extant when this image was taken.
Charfield railway station (site), Gloucestershire
Opened in 1844 on what became the Midland Railway's line from Gloucester to Bristol, this station closed in 1965. View south towards Wickwar and Bristol. The two parallel platforms have been removed but the station buildings to the left of the line in the middle distance were still extant when this image was taken.
Entrance drive to Tortworth Court Hotel
Entrance drive to Tortworth Court Hotel
Church tower, Tortworth, South Gloucestershire On the west side of Grade II (Star) Listed St Leonard's Church
in the Church of England Diocese of Gloucester.
Church tower, Tortworth, South Gloucestershire
On the west side of Grade II (Star) Listed St Leonard's Church in the Church of England Diocese of Gloucester.
Charfield - please drive carefully At the western edge of Charfield in South Gloucestershire, the 40mph speed limit drops to 30mph.
Charfield - please drive carefully
At the western edge of Charfield in South Gloucestershire, the 40mph speed limit drops to 30mph.
South side of Charfield Primary School, South Gloucestershire Distinctive building set back from Wotton Road.
<a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7554968" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7554968">Link</a> to a closer view of the nameboard.
South side of Charfield Primary School, South Gloucestershire
Distinctive building set back from Wotton Road. Link to a closer view of the nameboard.
Charfield Primary School nameboard, South Gloucestershire In July 2023 the board located here <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7554963" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7554963">Link</a> shows that the school's motto is "Working Together .. Learning for Life"
Charfield Primary School nameboard, South Gloucestershire
In July 2023 the board located here Link shows that the school's motto is "Working Together .. Learning for Life"
North side of St John the Evangelist, Charfield, South Gloucestershire Grade II Listed Parish Church in the Church of England Diocese of Gloucester.
A cockerel weathervane is on top of the spire.
North side of St John the Evangelist, Charfield, South Gloucestershire
Grade II Listed Parish Church in the Church of England Diocese of Gloucester. A cockerel weathervane is on top of the spire.
Parish Church nameboard, Charfield, South Gloucestershire Located here <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7555043" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7555043">Link</a> outside  St John the Evangelist church.
Parish Church nameboard, Charfield, South Gloucestershire
Located here Link outside St John the Evangelist church.
Pelican crossing, Wotton Road, Charfield, South Gloucestershire Chambers Dictionary states that pelican in this context is adapted from "pedestrian light controlled crossing".
Pelican crossing, Wotton Road, Charfield, South Gloucestershire
Chambers Dictionary states that pelican in this context is adapted from "pedestrian light controlled crossing".
Charfield War Memorial, South Gloucestershire  Viewed across Wotton Road. The Grade II Listed Portland stone War Memorial dates from 1920.
Charfield War Memorial, South Gloucestershire
Viewed across Wotton Road. The Grade II Listed Portland stone War Memorial dates from 1920.
Noticeboards under a weeping willow, Manor Lane, Charfield Near the corner of Wotton Road in Charfield, South Gloucestershire.
Noticeboards under a weeping willow, Manor Lane, Charfield
Near the corner of Wotton Road in Charfield, South Gloucestershire.
Dark green cabinets on a Charfield corner Two telecoms cabinets on the corner of Manor Lane 
and Wotton Road in Charfield, South Gloucestershire.
Dark green cabinets on a Charfield corner
Two telecoms cabinets on the corner of Manor Lane and Wotton Road in Charfield, South Gloucestershire.
Pear Tree Micro Pub name sign, Charfield, South Gloucestershire Viewed in July 2023. The sign has replaced this one <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3202182" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3202182">Link</a> photographed in 2012 before the Pear Tree was a micro pub.
Pear Tree Micro Pub name sign, Charfield, South Gloucestershire
Viewed in July 2023. The sign has replaced this one Link photographed in 2012 before the Pear Tree was a micro pub.
SERVING ALE SINCE 1715, Charfield, South Gloucestershire On the wall of the Pear Tree Micro Pub in 2023.
SERVING ALE SINCE 1715, Charfield, South Gloucestershire
On the wall of the Pear Tree Micro Pub in 2023.
Welcome to CROMHALL -  Please drive carefully The 50mph speed limit on the B4058 Bristol Road in South Gloucestershire here drops to 30mph.
Welcome to CROMHALL - Please drive carefully
The 50mph speed limit on the B4058 Bristol Road in South Gloucestershire here drops to 30mph.
Cowslip Way name sign, Charfield, South Gloucestershire Facing the B4058 Wotton Road.
Cowslip Way name sign, Charfield, South Gloucestershire
Facing the B4058 Wotton Road.
The Plough name sign, Wotton Road, Charfield, South Gloucestershire In July 2023 the sign shows that the Plough is a micro pub.
The Plough name sign, Wotton Road, Charfield, South Gloucestershire
In July 2023 the sign shows that the Plough is a micro pub.
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Hammerley Down is located at Grid Ref: ST7091 (Lat: 51.623342, Lng: -2.4217666)

Unitary Authority: South Gloucestershire

Police Authority: Avon and Somerset

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