Pool Hill

Hill, Mountain in Gloucestershire Forest of Dean

England

Pool Hill

Longhope bus shelter Plenty to engage travellers as they wait to board the No. 33 to Gloucester.
Nicely dressed for the coming Christmas festivities.
Longhope bus shelter Credit: Jonathan Billinger

Pool Hill is a prominent hill located in Gloucestershire, England. Situated near the village of Chalford, it forms a part of the stunning Cotswolds region. Rising to an elevation of 244 meters (800 feet), it offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.

The hill is characterized by its gentle slopes and undulating terrain, covered in lush green vegetation and dotted with ancient trees. It is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, hikers, and nature lovers, who are drawn to its natural beauty and tranquil atmosphere. The hill is crisscrossed by a network of footpaths and trails, making it easily accessible to visitors.

At the summit of Pool Hill, there is a trig point, which is a concrete pillar used in surveying to establish accurate map measurements. This provides a reference point for visitors and adds to the hill's appeal as a landmark. On a clear day, the views from the top extend for miles, showcasing the picturesque English countryside with its rolling hills, fields, and charming villages.

Pool Hill also holds historical significance. In the past, it was used as a meeting place for locals and as a grazing area for livestock. Today, it serves as a recreational space where people can enjoy picnics, walking, and taking in the natural splendor.

Overall, Pool Hill in Gloucestershire is a captivating hill that offers stunning vistas, a peaceful environment, and a chance to connect with nature. It is a gem of the Cotswolds, attracting visitors from near and far to experience its beauty and tranquility.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 51.856182/-2.4724953 or Grid Reference SO6717. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Longhope bus shelter Plenty to engage travellers as they wait to board the No. 33 to Gloucester.
Nicely dressed for the coming Christmas festivities.
Longhope bus shelter
Plenty to engage travellers as they wait to board the No. 33 to Gloucester. Nicely dressed for the coming Christmas festivities.
Jubilee Road, Mitcheldean Looking north towards Plump Hill.
Jubilee Road, Mitcheldean
Looking north towards Plump Hill.
Former brewery, Mitcheldean I was very surprised to find this unexpectedly while passing through. Initially owned by the Wintle family this brewery became the largest in the Forest of Dean in the 19th century. It was acquired by Cheltenham and Hereford Breweries in 1930. After 1930 it housed the wartime base of British Acoustic Films, later Rank Precision Industries. By 1960 manufacture of Rank Xerox photocopiers led to rapid expansion but decline followed in the 1980s-1990s. The site is now a large business village with these two buildings from the original brewery on the edge of a complex with multiple large buildings.
Former brewery, Mitcheldean
I was very surprised to find this unexpectedly while passing through. Initially owned by the Wintle family this brewery became the largest in the Forest of Dean in the 19th century. It was acquired by Cheltenham and Hereford Breweries in 1930. After 1930 it housed the wartime base of British Acoustic Films, later Rank Precision Industries. By 1960 manufacture of Rank Xerox photocopiers led to rapid expansion but decline followed in the 1980s-1990s. The site is now a large business village with these two buildings from the original brewery on the edge of a complex with multiple large buildings.
Town Hall, Mitcheldean Listed Grade II.
Town Hall, Mitcheldean
Listed Grade II.
Parish Church of St Michael and All Angels, Mitcheldean
Parish Church of St Michael and All Angels, Mitcheldean
Mitcheldean Library
Mitcheldean Library
Co-Operative food store and Post Office, Mitcheldean
Co-Operative food store and Post Office, Mitcheldean
Old town Hall  and The White Horse public house, Mitcheldean
Old town Hall and The White Horse public house, Mitcheldean
Former brewery, Mitcheldean I was very surprised to find this unexpectedly while passing through. Initially owned by the Wintle family this brewery became the largest in the Forest of Dean in the 19th century. It was acquired by Cheltenham and Hereford Breweries in 1930. After 1930 it housed the wartime base of British Acoustic Films, later Rank Precision Industries. By 1960 manufacture of Rank Xerox photocopiers led to rapid expansion but decline followed in the 1980s-1990s. The site is now a large business village with two buildings from the original brewery on the edge of a complex with multiple large buildings.
Former brewery, Mitcheldean
I was very surprised to find this unexpectedly while passing through. Initially owned by the Wintle family this brewery became the largest in the Forest of Dean in the 19th century. It was acquired by Cheltenham and Hereford Breweries in 1930. After 1930 it housed the wartime base of British Acoustic Films, later Rank Precision Industries. By 1960 manufacture of Rank Xerox photocopiers led to rapid expansion but decline followed in the 1980s-1990s. The site is now a large business village with two buildings from the original brewery on the edge of a complex with multiple large buildings.
Former brewery, Mitcheldean I was very surprised to find this unexpectedly while passing through. Initially owned by the Wintle family this brewery became the largest in the Forest of Dean in the 19th century. It was acquired by Cheltenham and Hereford Breweries in 1930. After 1930 it housed the wartime base of British Acoustic Films, later Rank Precision Industries. By 1960 manufacture of Rank Xerox photocopiers led to rapid expansion but decline followed in the 1980s-1990s. The site is now a large business village with two buildings from the original brewery on the edge of a complex with multiple large buildings.
Former brewery, Mitcheldean
I was very surprised to find this unexpectedly while passing through. Initially owned by the Wintle family this brewery became the largest in the Forest of Dean in the 19th century. It was acquired by Cheltenham and Hereford Breweries in 1930. After 1930 it housed the wartime base of British Acoustic Films, later Rank Precision Industries. By 1960 manufacture of Rank Xerox photocopiers led to rapid expansion but decline followed in the 1980s-1990s. The site is now a large business village with two buildings from the original brewery on the edge of a complex with multiple large buildings.
View towards Abenhall Looking east from Jubilee Road with the tower of Abenhall church visible in the late afternoon sunshine.
View towards Abenhall
Looking east from Jubilee Road with the tower of Abenhall church visible in the late afternoon sunshine.
St Anthony's Well Image of the historic well in woodland North-west of Flaxley.
St Anthony's Well
Image of the historic well in woodland North-west of Flaxley.
Church of St Michael and All Angels, Mitcheldean A large parish church with origins stretching back to 14th century and showing subsequent changes and restorations the last being in the 19th century.
The importance of this church was recognised with Grade I listing dating all the way back to 1955 by English Heritage.
Church of St Michael and All Angels, Mitcheldean
A large parish church with origins stretching back to 14th century and showing subsequent changes and restorations the last being in the 19th century. The importance of this church was recognised with Grade I listing dating all the way back to 1955 by English Heritage.
Rolling hills
Rolling hills
Grassy hillside
Grassy hillside
Between paddocks
Between paddocks
A4136 at Longhope Seasonal signage in the run up to Christmas.
A4136 at Longhope
Seasonal signage in the run up to Christmas.
A4136 Gloucester Road, Mitcheldean A Sunday morning in December.
A4136 Gloucester Road, Mitcheldean
A Sunday morning in December.
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Pool Hill is located at Grid Ref: SO6717 (Lat: 51.856182, Lng: -2.4724953)

Administrative County: Gloucestershire

District: Forest of Dean

Police Authority: Gloucestershire

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Located within 500m of 51.856182,-2.4724953
Church Farm
Place: locality
Source: OS Opendata Streetview
Lat/Long: 51.853602/-2.477888
Post Box
Ref: GL17 18
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 51.8541857/-2.4789513
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 51.8528834/-2.4765962
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 51.8536952/-2.4773875
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 51.8544747/-2.4781238
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 51.8552409/-2.478919
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