Coombe Bottom

Valley in Berkshire

England

Coombe Bottom

Coombe Bottom, Berkshire, is a picturesque valley located in the southern part of England. Situated in the county of Berkshire, the valley is known for its natural beauty and tranquil atmosphere. The valley is surrounded by rolling hills and dense woodland, creating a stunning backdrop for nature enthusiasts and hikers.

Coombe Bottom is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, making it a haven for wildlife lovers. The valley's lush meadows are adorned with colorful wildflowers, while its ancient woodland provides a habitat for various species of birds, mammals, and insects. Visitors can often spot deer, foxes, and rabbits roaming freely in the area.

The valley is crisscrossed by babbling brooks and small streams, adding to its charm and offering a serene environment for a leisurely walk or picnic. The sound of water cascading over rocks and the rustling of leaves create a soothing ambiance, ideal for those seeking a peaceful escape from the bustle of everyday life.

Coombe Bottom is also known for its historical significance. The valley has been inhabited since ancient times, and remnants of Iron Age settlements can still be found in the area. Archaeological excavations have unearthed artifacts and tools that provide insights into the valley's past.

Overall, Coombe Bottom, Berkshire, offers a breathtaking natural landscape, rich biodiversity, and a glimpse into the region's history. Whether exploring the valley's trails, observing wildlife, or simply enjoying the tranquility, visitors are sure to find solace in this enchanting slice of Berkshire.

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Coombe Bottom Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.521675/-1.1546227 or Grid Reference SU5880. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Grazing near Goring

JThomas

Wallingford Road, Goring

Looking along the B4009 through this commuter village. Elvendon Road leads off to the right.

Stephen McKay

Tesco Express, Goring

This building, on the corner of Gatehampton Road and Reading Road, is unmistakeably a former pub - one of many around the country taken over by Tesco for a convenience store. Until it was closed in 2013 it was the Queens Arms, owned by Greene King, and opened by Tesco in August 2017. It is not known exactly when the pub was established; the first known reference was in 1843 but it seems likely that it was more or less contemporary with the nearby railway station opened a few years before.

Stephen McKay

Gatehampton Road, Goring

This is the view of Goring anybody emerging from Goring & Streatley station gets. In this image the main station buildings, protected by a canopy, are on the immediate left with a covered cycle rack beyond. The late afternoon sunshine catches the buildings further up the road, including a former pub now a Tesco Express, while three teenage boys approach having finished school for the day. The National Rail sign, perched on top of a high pole, completes the scene. Although an ancient settlement, Goring began to develop when the railway arrived in the 1830s and is now a sizeable commuter village with a population in excess of 3,000. Streatley is a smaller place connected to Goring by a bridge over the River Thames.

Stephen McKay

Field entrance in Westridge Green

David Howard

The B4009, Westridge Green

David Howard

Farmland above the River Thames

Farmland above the River Thames, south of Streatley.

Philip Halling

Farmland, Streatley, Berkshire

Oswald Bertram

Downland, Stichens Green, Berkshire

Oswald Bertram

Country lane, Lower Basildon, Berkshire

Oswald Bertram

Downland arable near Westridge Green

The land may be fairly level, but the elevation here is about 165m. Photo taken on a mild but rather sunless afternoon in December.

Stefan Czapski

Old pollard willows on the river bank, downstream from Streatley

There are some very ancient-looking pollard willows along this stretch of the Thames. These are on private land, so I took a zoom shot from close to the A329. These trees also appear in Bill Nicholls' contribution SU5979 : Island in the river near the right-hand margin.

Stefan Czapski