Ball's Green

Downs, Moorland in Gloucestershire Stroud

England

Ball's Green

Forner coal merchant's building at Egypt Mill Now converted to provide accommodation for the Egypt Mill Hotel
Forner coal merchant's building at Egypt Mill Credit: Graham Hogg

Ball's Green is a picturesque village located in the county of Gloucestershire, England. Situated on the eastern edge of the Cotswolds, it is nestled amidst a stunning landscape of rolling downs and moorland. The village itself is small, with a population of around 200 residents, providing a tranquil and close-knit community atmosphere.

The Downs, which dominate the area, are characterized by their lush green meadows, dotted with grazing livestock and wildflowers. The undulating terrain offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, making it a popular destination for nature lovers and hikers.

Moorland, on the other hand, adds a different dimension to the landscape. Here, visitors can explore vast expanses of open, heather-covered moors, interspersed with babbling streams and ancient woodlands. The moorland is home to a rich diversity of wildlife, including deer, birds of prey, and various species of flora and fauna.

Ball's Green is renowned for its idyllic rural charm, with traditional stone cottages and farmhouses dotting the village. The community takes great pride in its heritage, and many of the buildings have been lovingly preserved, showcasing the architectural styles of the region.

Despite its small size, Ball's Green boasts a vibrant community spirit, with regular social events and activities taking place throughout the year. The village also benefits from a local pub, providing a hub for locals and visitors alike to relax and enjoy the warm hospitality of the area.

In summary, Ball's Green, Gloucestershire offers a picturesque and peaceful escape to those seeking to immerse themselves in the beauty of the Cotswolds. With its stunning downs and moorland, charming village atmosphere, and rich natural heritage, it is a hidden gem waiting to be discovered.

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Ball's Green Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.694982/-2.1926659 or Grid Reference ST8699. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Forner coal merchant's building at Egypt Mill Now converted to provide accommodation for the Egypt Mill Hotel
Forner coal merchant's building at Egypt Mill
Now converted to provide accommodation for the Egypt Mill Hotel
Nailsworth Stream at Egypt Mill Hotel The hotel is a conversion of a former textile mill, one of many in the Nailsworth valley.
Nailsworth Stream at Egypt Mill Hotel
The hotel is a conversion of a former textile mill, one of many in the Nailsworth valley.
The Railway Hotel, Nailsworth The railway here closed in 1966 though passenger services were terminated in 1949 and the grade II listed hotel now provides luxury holiday apartments.
The Railway Hotel, Nailsworth
The railway here closed in 1966 though passenger services were terminated in 1949 and the grade II listed hotel now provides luxury holiday apartments.
Avening, churchyard wall Access to the footpath leading away from the village. This is the view looking in to the churchyard. The view looking in is <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7038277">ST8798 : Avening, churchyard wall</a>. It is adjacent to a stile along the footpath (see <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7038287" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7038287">Link</a> & <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7038288" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7038288">Link</a> )
Avening, churchyard wall
Access to the footpath leading away from the village. This is the view looking in to the churchyard. The view looking in is ST8798 : Avening, churchyard wall. It is adjacent to a stile along the footpath (see Link & Link )
Avening, churchyard wall Access to the footpath leading away from the village. This is the view from the churchyard. The view looking out is <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7038275">ST8798 : Avening, churchyard wall</a>. It is adjacent to a stile along the footpath (see <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7038287" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7038287">Link</a> & <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7038288" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7038288">Link</a> )
Avening, churchyard wall
Access to the footpath leading away from the village. This is the view from the churchyard. The view looking out is ST8798 : Avening, churchyard wall. It is adjacent to a stile along the footpath (see Link & Link )
Avening churchyard wall Footpath along the wall, this is looking away from the village. The view looking toward is <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7038288">ST8798 : Avening churchyard wall</a>. There is a stile into the churchyard is on the left (see <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7038277" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7038277">Link</a> & <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7038275" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7038275">Link</a> )
Avening churchyard wall
Footpath along the wall, this is looking away from the village. The view looking toward is ST8798 : Avening churchyard wall. There is a stile into the churchyard is on the left (see Link & Link )
Avening churchyard wall Footpath along the wall, this is looking towards the village. The view looking back is <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7038287">ST8798 : Avening churchyard wall</a>. There is a stile into the churchyard is on the right (see <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7038277" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7038277">Link</a> & <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7038275" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7038275">Link</a> )
Avening churchyard wall
Footpath along the wall, this is looking towards the village. The view looking back is ST8798 : Avening churchyard wall. There is a stile into the churchyard is on the right (see Link & Link )
Stone Kissing Gate, Avening Between fields South & above church, looking East, the view West is <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7406997">ST8797 : Stone Kissing Gate, Avening</a>. 
A similar gate nearby is <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7038307">ST8797 : Stone Kissing Gate, Avening</a>
Stone Kissing Gate, Avening
Between fields South & above church, looking East, the view West is ST8797 : Stone Kissing Gate, Avening. A similar gate nearby is ST8797 : Stone Kissing Gate, Avening
Stone Kissing Gate Leading from Box towards equine fields.
Stone Kissing Gate
Leading from Box towards equine fields.
Stone Kissing Gate Between fields on the equine establishment.
Stone Kissing Gate
Between fields on the equine establishment.
Stone Stile, Devil's Elbow As the footpath leaves Box Wood. The view from the road is <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7038355">ST8699 : Stone Stile, Devil's Elbow</a>.
Stone Stile, Devil's Elbow
As the footpath leaves Box Wood. The view from the road is ST8699 : Stone Stile, Devil's Elbow.
Stone Stile, Devil's Elbow As the footpath leaves Box Wood. The view from the footpath is <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7038353">ST8699 : Stone Stile, Devil's Elbow</a>.
Stone Stile, Devil's Elbow
As the footpath leaves Box Wood. The view from the footpath is ST8699 : Stone Stile, Devil's Elbow.
Stone Stile, Hampton Fields Looking from Hampton Hill, this footpath leads to Minchinhampton golf course and through to May Lane. A relatively modern iteration with breeze block for steps. The view from the field is <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7046108">ST8899 : Stone Stile, Hampton Fields</a>.
Stone Stile, Hampton Fields
Looking from Hampton Hill, this footpath leads to Minchinhampton golf course and through to May Lane. A relatively modern iteration with breeze block for steps. The view from the field is ST8899 : Stone Stile, Hampton Fields.
Stone Stile, Hampton Fields Looking to Hampton Hill, this footpath leads to Minchinhampton golf course and through to May Lane. A relatively modern iteration with breeze block for steps. The view from the road is <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7046105">ST8899 : Stone Stile, Hampton Fields</a>.
Stone Stile, Hampton Fields
Looking to Hampton Hill, this footpath leads to Minchinhampton golf course and through to May Lane. A relatively modern iteration with breeze block for steps. The view from the road is ST8899 : Stone Stile, Hampton Fields.
Stone Stile, Hampton Fields On a footpath from Hampton Hill to Minchinhampton Golf Course. Looking back from the direction of the Golf Course. The view looking SSE is <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7046127">ST8899 : Stone Stile, Hampton Fields</a>
Stone Stile, Hampton Fields
On a footpath from Hampton Hill to Minchinhampton Golf Course. Looking back from the direction of the Golf Course. The view looking SSE is ST8899 : Stone Stile, Hampton Fields
Stone Stile, Hampton Fields On a footpath from Hampton Hill to Minchinhampton Golf Course. Looking to the Golf Course boundary. The view looking NNW is <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7046125">ST8899 : Stone Stile, Hampton Fields</a>
Stone Stile, Hampton Fields
On a footpath from Hampton Hill to Minchinhampton Golf Course. Looking to the Golf Course boundary. The view looking NNW is ST8899 : Stone Stile, Hampton Fields
Stone Stile, Hampton Fields This is the boundary of Minchinhampton Golf Course, the view is looking at the course. The view looking away is <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7046150">ST8899 : Stone Stile, Hampton Fields</a>.
Stone Stile, Hampton Fields
This is the boundary of Minchinhampton Golf Course, the view is looking at the course. The view looking away is ST8899 : Stone Stile, Hampton Fields.
Stone Stile, Hampton Fields This is the boundary of Minchinhampton Golf Course, the view is looking away from the course. The view looking in is <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7046147">ST8899 : Stone Stile, Hampton Fields</a>.
Stone Stile, Hampton Fields
This is the boundary of Minchinhampton Golf Course, the view is looking away from the course. The view looking in is ST8899 : Stone Stile, Hampton Fields.
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Ball's Green is located at Grid Ref: ST8699 (Lat: 51.694982, Lng: -2.1926659)

Administrative County: Gloucestershire

District: Stroud

Police Authority: Gloucestershire

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Located within 500m of 51.694982,-2.1926659
Traffic Signals
Lat/Long: 51.6912768/-2.1963924
Post Box
Brand: Royal Mail
Brand Wikidata: Q638098
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 16:45; Sa 10:00
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Post Box Type: wall
Ref: GL6 30
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
Survey Date: 2017-06-24
Lat/Long: 51.6943234/-2.1952291
Balls Green
Is In: Gloucestershire, England, UK
Place: hamlet
Wikidata: Q4851166
Lat/Long: 51.6939614/-2.1950731
Bench
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 51.6989244/-2.1909483
Man Made: adit
Lat/Long: 51.6946741/-2.1976668
Addr Housenumber: Shaills
Addr Street: Well Hill
Lat/Long: 51.6981481/-2.1905773
Barrier: stile
Material: wood
Stile: stepover
Lat/Long: 51.6923827/-2.1929661
Barrier: stile
Material: wood
Stile: stepover
Lat/Long: 51.6927474/-2.1928632
Barrier: stile
Lat/Long: 51.6973224/-2.1879918
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