Tulls Gully

Valley in Berkshire

England

Tulls Gully

Windmill Lane Off Carbinswood Lane, leading to School Hill. — Windmill Lane Credit: Oscar

Tulls Gully is a picturesque valley located in the county of Berkshire, England. Situated amidst the rolling hills and charming countryside, this tranquil valley holds immense natural beauty and historical significance. The gully is nestled between Tulls Hill and the neighboring Woodland Heights, creating a serene and secluded atmosphere that attracts both locals and visitors alike.

The primary feature of Tulls Gully is its lush green landscape, adorned with an array of vibrant wildflowers and tall, swaying grasses. The valley is crisscrossed by a gentle stream that meanders through the gully, enhancing its scenic allure. The crystal-clear waters of the stream are home to various species of fish and provide a refreshing oasis for local wildlife.

History enthusiasts will find Tulls Gully intriguing, as it is dotted with remnants of ancient settlements and archaeological sites. The valley has been inhabited for centuries and evidence suggests that it was once home to a thriving community. Archaeological excavations have unearthed artifacts such as pottery fragments and stone tools, shedding light on the daily lives of the people who lived in the area.

Tulls Gully offers a range of recreational activities for nature enthusiasts and hikers. The valley boasts numerous walking trails that wind through its enchanting landscape, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding hills and valleys. The area is also popular for birdwatching, with a variety of bird species to be spotted throughout the year.

In summary, Tulls Gully in Berkshire is a captivating valley that showcases the beauty of the English countryside. Its idyllic setting, rich history, and diverse wildlife make it a must-visit destination for those seeking a peaceful retreat or a connection with nature.

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Tulls Gully Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.424912/-1.1897771 or Grid Reference SU5669. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Windmill Lane

Off Carbinswood Lane, leading to School Hill.

Oscar

Pastoral scene, Stanford Dingley, Berkshire

Oswald Bertram

Former school, Bucklebury, Berkshire

School, now house. C17 with C19 refacing and additions to south and east. Timber framed with angle braces, brick nogging and later brick facing to rear; tiled roof with ridge stack off-centre to left above door. 3 framed bays. 2 storeys. 2 first floor 2-light C19 segmental headed casements to right with 3-light casement and small casement to left, 2 ground floor 3-light C20 casements to right with boarded door to left beneath stack. Block to left: timber framed with brick facing, hipped tile roof with stack to rear. One storey and attic. 2-light segmental headed casement to right and boarded door to left. (Source:Historic England)

Oswald Bertram

The Spring, Standford Dingley, Berkshire

Late C16 with C20 additions. Timber framed with angled braces, brick ground floor, first floor plaster panels, and tile hung gable end to left. Old tile roof with catslide to rear, part to right with slightly lower eaves; central ridge stack, and ridge stack off-centre to right. 3 framed bays to left. 2 storeys. 3 first floor 2-light C20 leaded casements, 4 ground floor C20 leaded casements, canted bay second from left with hipped tile roof. (Source:Historic England)

Oswald Bertram

Tree in autumn glory, Stanford Dingley, Berkshire

The photo was taken from outside the property. The foreground has been cut away to give prominence to the magnificent tree.

Oswald Bertram

Remains of a Mill in 1993

I thought I had lost this one. This is the same mill as in my 2013 picture SU5571 : Remains of a Mill only taken 20 years earlier. Enough of the structure still remains to get an idea of what the working mill must have been like.

Des Blenkinsopp

Glebe House, Bucklebury, Berkshire

18 with C20 porch. Red brick with plat band to right. Half hipped old tile roof, 4 gabled eaves dormers to right with 2-light casements, end stack to right, ridge stack above door off-centre to right, and 3 stacks to rear. Altered lobby entrance type. 1 1/2 storeys. 4 ground floor 3-light casements, 2 to right with segmental relieving arches. 4-panelled door with porch between first and second windows from left, porch with hipped tile roof, panelled door and flanking windows between third and fourth windows from left. (Source:Historic England)

Oswald Bertram

Barn, Well and Granary at Hillfoot Farm

Original farm buildings by a new forecourt.

Des Blenkinsopp

Wild Flowers by the Footpath

Des Blenkinsopp

Barn at Nine Elms

Nine Elms Farm, or just Nine Elms depending which map you look at, is at the end of this drive. A short footpath through surrounding fields begins just beside the barn here.

Des Blenkinsopp

Sheep by the path

Pasture near Clay Hill.

Des Blenkinsopp

Red Leaves in King's Copse

A typical view for the area, mixed fields and woods.

Des Blenkinsopp

Cleared for Cables

A view in the woods on Bucklebury Common where a power line cuts a swathe through the trees.

Des Blenkinsopp

The Pang Valley near Bucklebury

The River Pang flows through farmland in a shallow valley between Bucklebury and Stanford Dingley.

Des Blenkinsopp

Bucklebury church: 17th century stained glass (sundial?)

A relic of 'sad, distracted times' - the maker has signed his work at the top of the panel - 'S:S: me fecit 1649'. Around the border - at the end of radiating lines as if on a sundial - appear the Roman numerals I to XI (with a cross where XII might be expected). Some are partly obscured by the lead mounting, so that while VI is fully legible (top left), VII and VIII (starting top right) both appear to replicate VI. Beneath the escutcheon (shield) an inscription reads: 'Th:S & St' - the meaning of which I can't guess at. Two areas of blue pigment have been lost from above the chevron on the left. The golden yellow pigment could well be gamboge. Afterthought (12.9.2018): on reflection, this must have been intended as a sundial (of sorts) - though it would seem to need a 'pointer'. The numbering of the hours suggests that it was designed for a south-facing window, not its current position in the north aisle.

Stefan Czapski

Bucklebury church: man-and-wheel carving

To be found quite high up on a buttress of the church tower - to the right of the clock and at a slightly lower level. Am I right in thinking that there's a weathered inscription above the figure? In any case, what is he doing to the wheel, and what is the implement in his hands? Is there any significance in the fact that the wheel has twelve spokes, and the orientation is much like a clock face? In terms of style, I'm reminded of these figures at Saffron Walden: Link - which may give a clue to date.

Stefan Czapski