Brockeridge Common

Downs, Moorland in Gloucestershire Tewkesbury

England

Brockeridge Common

Hillend Common, near Twyning Open Common grassland for the most part. Surrounded on all three sides with houses. — Hillend Common, near Twyning Credit: Bob Embleton

Brockeridge Common is a picturesque area located in Gloucestershire, England. It is known for its diverse landscape, which includes downs and moorland, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts and hikers.

Situated in the Cotswolds, Brockeridge Common covers a significant area and offers breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside. The downs, characterized by rolling hills and grassy slopes, provide a serene setting for outdoor activities such as walking, picnicking, and birdwatching. The common is home to a variety of bird species, including skylarks and stonechats, making it a popular destination for bird enthusiasts.

The moorland areas of Brockeridge Common are equally captivating. They feature a mix of heather, gorse, and grasses, creating a vibrant and colorful landscape. Moorland plants such as cotton grass and bilberry can also be found here, adding to the area's unique charm. The moorland is inhabited by various wildlife species, including rabbits, foxes, and deer, providing ample opportunities for wildlife spotting.

Aside from its natural beauty, Brockeridge Common also has historical significance. It was once a common grazing land for local farmers and still retains its traditional charm with stone walls and old farm buildings dotting the landscape.

Overall, Brockeridge Common offers visitors a chance to immerse themselves in the beauty of the English countryside. With its downs, moorland, and rich wildlife, it is a place where one can experience the tranquility and serenity of nature.

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Brockeridge Common Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.04207/-2.1671695 or Grid Reference SO8838. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Hillend Common, near Twyning

Open Common grassland for the most part. Surrounded on all three sides with houses.

Bob Embleton

M50 / M5 interchange

The eastern end of the M50 where it meets the M5 at Junction 8 on a huge roundabout with flyover.

Bob Embleton

Near the end of the M50

Looking towards South Wales. Approaching traffic has to choose between the M5 North for Birmingham or M5 South for Bristol.

Bob Embleton

War Memorial, Upper Strensham

To see the names follow: SO9039 : Names on Strensham War Memorial WWI and SO9039 : Names on Strensham War memorial WWII

Philip Halling

Bredon Hill viewed from Twyning

View of Bredon Hill from the footpath which crosses Hill End Bank. The River Avon flows between Twyning and Bredon and flood water can be seen on the meadow in the middle distance.

Philip Halling

Hill End Common, Twyning

Hill End Common is one of a number of commons in the parish of Twyning. In the background on the left is Windmill Farm, the cottage on the right is situated beside the lane at the top of Oaks Bank.

Philip Halling

Former public house, Strensham

This used to be the Cavalier and previously the Pelican Inn, though it is many years since this was a pub.

Philip Halling

Hill End Common, Twyning

Bredon Hill viewed from Hill End Common.

Philip Halling

Jubilee Farm, Twyning

Jubilee Farm in snow. The farm is situated beside Hillend Common. Since this picture most of the farm buildings have been demolished.

Philip Halling

Farmland on Downfield Lane, Twyning

This field on Downfield Lane is named Big Downfield. Bungalows, part of the 1960s and early 1970s housing developments in Twyning can be seen on the horizon.

Philip Halling

Arable land, Showborough

Arable farmland to the west of Showborough House. The trees on the horizon are on Oaks Bank.

Philip Halling

Showborough Villa

This cottage is on the boundary of Worcestershire and Gloucestershire, the border follows the fence on the right side of the road. Gloucestershire is on the other side of the fence.

Philip Halling

Back lane in Upper Strensham

Peter Whatley

Strensham war memorial and village green

Peter Whatley

Upper Strensham telephone box and bus shelter

The telephone box still worked when photographed, but you'll have a fair old wait for a bus.

Peter Whatley

Twyning school

Beautifully located on the corner of the green. This particular school building dates from 1907. The earlier National School, built around 1875, was a separate single storey adjacent building. The older building was still in use as a canteen during the 1960s, but was demolished about fifteen years ago when the school was extended. The left hand gable end is inscribed "Twyning Council School".

Bob Embleton