Barrow Hill

Hill, Mountain in Gloucestershire Stroud

England

Barrow Hill

Saul church I wonder if this village used to be called Paul... shame it&#039;s not on the way to a place called Damascus. — Saul church Credit: mym

Barrow Hill, located in Gloucestershire, is a prominent and picturesque hill that stands tall in the landscape. With an elevation of approximately 193 meters (633 feet), it offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside and the nearby River Severn. Situated in the Cotswold Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Barrow Hill attracts visitors and hikers who are drawn to its natural beauty and tranquil ambiance.

The hill itself is characterized by its gentle slopes, which are covered with lush green grass and scattered with wildflowers during the warmer months. It is predominantly composed of limestone, a common geological feature in the Cotswolds region. The limestone contributes to the diverse flora and fauna found on Barrow Hill, including rare plant species such as the Cotswold Pennycress.

At the summit of Barrow Hill, there is a trig point that marks the highest point. This provides a perfect vantage point for visitors to admire the stunning views of the rolling hills, valleys, and woodlands that stretch out in every direction. On clear days, it is even possible to catch a glimpse of the distant Malvern Hills and the Black Mountains in Wales.

Barrow Hill is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, offering a range of activities such as hiking, birdwatching, and photography. Numerous footpaths and trails crisscross the hill, allowing visitors to explore its natural wonders at their own pace. Whether it's a leisurely stroll or a challenging hike, Barrow Hill promises an unforgettable experience for nature lovers and adventurers alike.

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Barrow Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.78979/-2.3924077 or Grid Reference SO7310. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Saul church

I wonder if this village used to be called Paul... shame it's not on the way to a place called Damascus.

mym

Fretherne (Glos) St Mary's Church

ChurchCrawler

Severn Estuary shoreline including Saul Warth

Area prone to flooding around Saul Warth, may become managed realignment scheme.

Jim Mitchell

High Street, Saul

Looking north along High Street from just north of the junction with Church Lane. Saul has a pub and garage but no shop or post office.

Phil Champion

Hock Cliff

Hock Cliff is stuffed with lower lias fossils like the devil's toenail (Gryphaea Oyster) and ammonites just waiting to be collected from the rubble at the base of the cliff. However they are grey and crumbly and so don't make great specimens. We found an Ichthysaurus vertebra this particular day. There are some hovercraft waiting to go skimming across the mudflats in the distance.

Peter Kwan

Severn Bore

This is the early stage of the Severn Bore where it is a broad whooshing wave travelling up the river that quickly covers the low tide mud and sand. Two fronts can be seen and these are travelling either side of a mudflat called "The Noose". This particular bore was early in the morning on Good Friday.

Peter Kwan

River Severn

The river Severn has nearly completed its journey around the large horseshoe bend by Newnham. From here it starts to open up into the Noose. A large tidal area of mud and sand. The tide is on its way out uncovering the dangerous sand banks. On the horizon is May hill.

Vincent Jones

Fretherne Church

Fretherne church is dedicated to St Mary.

Philip Halling

Roadside ditch at Fretherne

Philip Halling

Overton Farm, Fretherne

Attractive red brick farmhouse in Fretherne.

Philip Halling

Stile on the Severn Way, near Arlingham

With the tide in the River Severn is very wide where it negotiates the large horseshoe opposite Newnham. Due to the river's width taller pylons are used to carry power cables across the river.

Philip Halling

The River Severn near Arlingham

View downstream from the bank of the River Severn to the south of Arlingham. The Cotswolds can be seen on the horizon.

Philip Halling

Teasel on the banks of the River Severn

Teasel on the banks of the River Severn near Arlingham.

Philip Halling

St Mary's church, Fretherne

This building was constructed in the 1840's, replacing two earlier churches on the site. It is faced with Stinchcombe sandstone with Bath stone dressings.

Jonathan Billinger

St. Mary's church interior

A very dark church indeed as all the ornate windows are at the extensions and porches to either side.

Jonathan Billinger

Tierney chapel, St. Mary's Fretherne

One of the extensions added to the south side of the building. Note the ornately decorated organ pipes.

Jonathan Billinger

Footbridge on the Severn Way

The Severn Way, at 210 miles in length, is Britain's longest river walk, appropriately following Britain's longest river. View south-east near Fretherne.

Jonathan Billinger