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Perrys Rough

Downs, Moorland in Shropshire Wyre Forest

England

Perrys Rough

Bewdley, including Severn Valley Guest House Part of the town of Bewdley taken from 'Bewdley North' railway viaduct looking towards the river. In view is the Severn Valley Guest House and part of the 'Red Lion'
Bewdley, including Severn Valley Guest House Credit: Rob Newman

Perrys Rough is a vast natural area located in Shropshire, England, known for its picturesque downs and moorland landscape. Spread over several square kilometers, this stunning landscape offers visitors a unique experience of the region's diverse and rich wildlife.

The downs of Perrys Rough are characterized by their rolling hills, covered in a patchwork of vibrant green grasslands. These hills provide breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, making it a popular spot for hikers, nature enthusiasts, and photographers alike.

The moorland in Perrys Rough is a haven for various species of flora and fauna. Here, visitors can find an array of heather, gorse, and wildflowers, creating a colorful and picturesque environment. The moorland is also home to a variety of bird species, including the iconic red grouse, which can be spotted darting among the heather.

Perrys Rough is not only a haven for wildlife but also a place of historical significance. The area is dotted with ancient burial mounds and stone circles, dating back to the Neolithic and Bronze Age periods. These archaeological sites offer a glimpse into the region's rich history and provide an opportunity for visitors to explore the area's ancient past.

Overall, Perrys Rough in Shropshire is a captivating natural landscape that combines the beauty of downs and moorland. Whether it's for a leisurely walk, wildlife spotting, or immersing oneself in history, this pristine area offers visitors an unforgettable experience in the heart of the English countryside.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 52.385833/-2.3334816 or Grid Reference SO7776. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Bewdley, including Severn Valley Guest House Part of the town of Bewdley taken from 'Bewdley North' railway viaduct looking towards the river. In view is the Severn Valley Guest House and part of the 'Red Lion'
Bewdley, including Severn Valley Guest House
Part of the town of Bewdley taken from 'Bewdley North' railway viaduct looking towards the river. In view is the Severn Valley Guest House and part of the 'Red Lion'
Bewdley Bridge in 1987 The bridge carries the B4195 road over the River Severn. The large red brick house over the bridge on the left hand side stands in Severn Street South. The church tower is that of St Anne's.
Bewdley Bridge in 1987
The bridge carries the B4195 road over the River Severn. The large red brick house over the bridge on the left hand side stands in Severn Street South. The church tower is that of St Anne's.
2 new houses, Bewdley
2 new houses, Bewdley
Riverside Caravan Park, Bewdley
Riverside Caravan Park, Bewdley
Car park off Dry Mill Lane This is a new car park for people walking in the Wyre Forest and is the recommended car park for visitors to Knowles Mill. A fellow collaborator has kindly confirmed my position and view direction.
Car park off Dry Mill Lane
This is a new car park for people walking in the Wyre Forest and is the recommended car park for visitors to Knowles Mill. A fellow collaborator has kindly confirmed my position and view direction.
Knowles Mill Preserved derelict flour mill on the Dowles Brook in the Wyre Forest. The remains of the overshot waterwheel are behind the curved wall in the foreground and the tail race is in a tunnel.
Knowles Mill
Preserved derelict flour mill on the Dowles Brook in the Wyre Forest. The remains of the overshot waterwheel are behind the curved wall in the foreground and the tail race is in a tunnel.
Knowles Mill - the remains of the waterwheel This was an overshot waterwheel with the leat coming in at high level on the left and the portal of the tail race tunnel visible to the right.
Knowles Mill - the remains of the waterwheel
This was an overshot waterwheel with the leat coming in at high level on the left and the portal of the tail race tunnel visible to the right.
Knowles Mill - machinery A nineteenth century watermill that went out of use in 1891 when it was damaged by a flood following a big freeze. It is the only recognisable mill in the Wyre Forest. This somewhat sharpened (really!) shot shows the pit wheel, wallower, great spur wheel and crown wheel. There is a surviving stone nut and quant on the right with a bed stone on the floor above. The other stone nut and the other stones have gone. There is a fragmented French burr stone on the ground inside.
Knowles Mill - machinery
A nineteenth century watermill that went out of use in 1891 when it was damaged by a flood following a big freeze. It is the only recognisable mill in the Wyre Forest. This somewhat sharpened (really!) shot shows the pit wheel, wallower, great spur wheel and crown wheel. There is a surviving stone nut and quant on the right with a bed stone on the floor above. The other stone nut and the other stones have gone. There is a fragmented French burr stone on the ground inside.
Knowles Mill Nineteenth century watermill that has been out of use since 1891 and is now preserved by the National Trust. The bridge in the foreground crosses the Dowles Brook.
Knowles Mill
Nineteenth century watermill that has been out of use since 1891 and is now preserved by the National Trust. The bridge in the foreground crosses the Dowles Brook.
Gated entrance to track in Wyre Forest near Bewdley There is both a kissing gate here, and a gate wide enough to let a vehicle pass through. On the other side is a track, with a rough stone surface, which makes a steep descent down to a pond and a steam. <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2487006">SO7676 : Track to pond in Wyre Forest, near Bewdley</a>. <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2487032">SO7676 : Pond and track in the Wyre Forest near Bewdley</a>.
Gated entrance to track in Wyre Forest near Bewdley
There is both a kissing gate here, and a gate wide enough to let a vehicle pass through. On the other side is a track, with a rough stone surface, which makes a steep descent down to a pond and a steam. SO7676 : Track to pond in Wyre Forest, near Bewdley. SO7676 : Pond and track in the Wyre Forest near Bewdley.
Track to pond in Wyre Forest, near Bewdley The pond is at the bottom of the track, but not visible in this photograph. <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2486986">SO7676 : Gated entrance to track in Wyre Forest near Bewdley</a>. <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2487032">SO7676 : Pond and track in the Wyre Forest near Bewdley</a>.
Track to pond in Wyre Forest, near Bewdley
The pond is at the bottom of the track, but not visible in this photograph. SO7676 : Gated entrance to track in Wyre Forest near Bewdley. SO7676 : Pond and track in the Wyre Forest near Bewdley.
Pond and track in the Wyre Forest near Bewdley The pond is on the left but difficult to see, as its surface is reflecting the trees which hang overhead. It is one of several which are linked by a small stream, and appears to be either artificial or enlarged from the original. <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2486986">SO7676 : Gated entrance to track in Wyre Forest near Bewdley</a>. <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2487006">SO7676 : Track to pond in Wyre Forest, near Bewdley</a>. <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2487054">SO7676 : Pond in Wyre Forest near Bewdley</a>.
Pond and track in the Wyre Forest near Bewdley
The pond is on the left but difficult to see, as its surface is reflecting the trees which hang overhead. It is one of several which are linked by a small stream, and appears to be either artificial or enlarged from the original. SO7676 : Gated entrance to track in Wyre Forest near Bewdley. SO7676 : Track to pond in Wyre Forest, near Bewdley. SO7676 : Pond in Wyre Forest near Bewdley.
Pond in Wyre Forest near Bewdley The pond may be artificial or artificially enlarged. It lies on a stream which runs through the forest. <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2487032">SO7676 : Pond and track in the Wyre Forest near Bewdley</a>.
Pond in Wyre Forest near Bewdley
The pond may be artificial or artificially enlarged. It lies on a stream which runs through the forest. SO7676 : Pond and track in the Wyre Forest near Bewdley.
Junction of two paths in the Wyre Forest near Bewdley The lower path runs alongside a pond. The other path climbs steeply. <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2487054">SO7676 : Pond in Wyre Forest near Bewdley</a>.
Junction of two paths in the Wyre Forest near Bewdley
The lower path runs alongside a pond. The other path climbs steeply. SO7676 : Pond in Wyre Forest near Bewdley.
Ferns in the Wyre Forest near Bewdley Ferns were flourishing in this area.
Ferns in the Wyre Forest near Bewdley
Ferns were flourishing in this area.
Public convenience, Dog Lane Car Park, Bewdley This is one of the modern type of pay to enter public conveniences, where you have various buttons to press, and the fear that making the wrong choice will result in a minor disaster.
Public convenience, Dog Lane Car Park, Bewdley
This is one of the modern type of pay to enter public conveniences, where you have various buttons to press, and the fear that making the wrong choice will result in a minor disaster.
Bewdley Bridge on a summer evening The famous bridge at Bewdley, crossing the River Severn, photographed in the warm glow of the late evening sun in summer.
Bewdley Bridge on a summer evening
The famous bridge at Bewdley, crossing the River Severn, photographed in the warm glow of the late evening sun in summer.
River Severn at Bewdley During the summer Bewdley gets packed with visitors enjoying the long evenings, and the many pubs and restaurants near the river. The road on the right is Severn Side South. Photographed from Bewdley Bridge.
River Severn at Bewdley
During the summer Bewdley gets packed with visitors enjoying the long evenings, and the many pubs and restaurants near the river. The road on the right is Severn Side South. Photographed from Bewdley Bridge.
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Perrys Rough is located at Grid Ref: SO7776 (Lat: 52.385833, Lng: -2.3334816)

Administrative County: Worcestershire

District: Wyre Forest

Police Authority: West Mercia

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