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Lyde Rock

Island in Gloucestershire Forest of Dean

England

Lyde Rock

Severn Bridge and Aust Cliff The first Severn motorway bridge, looking east to Aust Cliff, with the motorway services building visible beyond the bridge tower.
Severn Bridge and Aust Cliff Credit: Martin Clark

Lyde Rock is a small island located in the county of Gloucestershire, England. Situated in the River Severn, it is part of the Lydney town area. The island covers an area of approximately 3 hectares and is accessible by a narrow causeway, making it easily reachable for visitors.

Known for its picturesque landscape and natural beauty, Lyde Rock offers stunning views of the surrounding river and countryside. The island is home to a variety of wildlife, including birds, insects, and small mammals, making it an ideal spot for nature enthusiasts and birdwatchers. The peaceful and tranquil atmosphere of the island attracts many visitors seeking a break from the hustle and bustle of urban life.

Lyde Rock also holds historical significance, with evidence of human activity dating back to the Iron Age. The remains of an ancient fort can be found on the island, providing a glimpse into the region's rich past. Additionally, the island has served as a site for fishing and boating activities, offering recreational opportunities for locals and tourists alike.

Visitors to Lyde Rock can enjoy leisurely walks along the island's pathways, taking in the serene surroundings and enjoying the fresh air. The island is also a popular spot for picnics and photography, offering plenty of picturesque spots to capture memorable moments.

Overall, Lyde Rock is a charming and idyllic island, providing a peaceful retreat for nature lovers and history enthusiasts alike. Its natural beauty, wildlife, and historical significance make it a must-visit destination for those exploring Gloucestershire.

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Lyde Rock Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.615335/-2.6461621 or Grid Reference ST5590. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Severn Bridge and Aust Cliff The first Severn motorway bridge, looking east to Aust Cliff, with the motorway services building visible beyond the bridge tower.
Severn Bridge and Aust Cliff
The first Severn motorway bridge, looking east to Aust Cliff, with the motorway services building visible beyond the bridge tower.
The First Severn Road Bridge Taken on the Severn View Path just before sunset.
The First Severn Road Bridge
Taken on the Severn View Path just before sunset.
The Old Severn Bridge The east tower viewed from the cycleway on the south side of the bridge.
The Old Severn Bridge
The east tower viewed from the cycleway on the south side of the bridge.
The Severn Estuary Power cable pylon and new Severn Bridge viewed from the old Severn Bridge.
The Severn Estuary
Power cable pylon and new Severn Bridge viewed from the old Severn Bridge.
Severn estuary: the big pylon The pylon is this big because the cables hung from it cross the Severn and have to reach the next pylon, about a mile away.
Severn estuary: the big pylon
The pylon is this big because the cables hung from it cross the Severn and have to reach the next pylon, about a mile away.
Wye Bridge, Beachley This carries the M48 over the Wye from Wales to England. The old Severn Bridge is in England. The Forest of Dean lies beyond.
Wye Bridge, Beachley
This carries the M48 over the Wye from Wales to England. The old Severn Bridge is in England. The Forest of Dean lies beyond.
St Twrog's Chapel ruins on Chapel Rock The Beachley Point light is right next to the ruins.
St Twrog's Chapel ruins on Chapel Rock
The Beachley Point light is right next to the ruins.
Approach to the Severn Bridge Looking west along the M4 [as it was then] towards the recently completed bridge. One is hard pressed to remember the toll charges from the time, but it was probably less than the 12/6d [62.5p] charged on the old Aust ferry. Note the amount of traffic. Not many dared venture into Wales in those days.
Approach to the Severn Bridge
Looking west along the M4 [as it was then] towards the recently completed bridge. One is hard pressed to remember the toll charges from the time, but it was probably less than the 12/6d [62.5p] charged on the old Aust ferry. Note the amount of traffic. Not many dared venture into Wales in those days.
Pier to pylons where the National Grid crosses the River Severn A tour-de-force of technology in its day (1958) when the National Grid crossed the Severn in a single span, the cables were fabricated from aluminium to improve the strength to weight ratio.
Pier to pylons where the National Grid crosses the River Severn
A tour-de-force of technology in its day (1958) when the National Grid crossed the Severn in a single span, the cables were fabricated from aluminium to improve the strength to weight ratio.
Aust Cliff The alternating layers of rock in this rapidly eroding cliff are a rich source of marine fossils
Aust Cliff
The alternating layers of rock in this rapidly eroding cliff are a rich source of marine fossils
Pilings, all that remains of an earlier Putcher fishing weir The Severn Bridge in the background.
Pilings, all that remains of an earlier Putcher fishing weir
The Severn Bridge in the background.
Pylon where the National Grid crosses the Severn in single span
Pylon where the National Grid crosses the Severn in single span
Severn bridge at sun down
Severn bridge at sun down
Landscape near Aust Looking northwest to the large electricity pylon and the old Severn Bridge.
Landscape near Aust
Looking northwest to the large electricity pylon and the old Severn Bridge.
Severn bridge in the mist This is scanned from a rather old slide, so there are still a few artefacts (horizontal lines) I cannot shift. I don't think that they detract from the ethereal effect of the shot though. <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2119804">ST5689 : Severn bridge in the mist</a> shows the bridge with more of the foreshore.
Severn bridge in the mist
This is scanned from a rather old slide, so there are still a few artefacts (horizontal lines) I cannot shift. I don't think that they detract from the ethereal effect of the shot though. ST5689 : Severn bridge in the mist shows the bridge with more of the foreshore.
Fault in Aust Cliff from the Severn Bridge A good demonstration of displacement at a fault line - small scale in comparison with the Great Glen of Scotland, but an "event" none-the-less!
Fault in Aust Cliff from the Severn Bridge
A good demonstration of displacement at a fault line - small scale in comparison with the Great Glen of Scotland, but an "event" none-the-less!
Giant Pylon from the Severn Bridge
Giant Pylon from the Severn Bridge
Offices with a view And that view is of the Severn Bridge and River Severn.
Offices with a view
And that view is of the Severn Bridge and River Severn.
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Lyde Rock is located at Grid Ref: ST5590 (Lat: 51.615335, Lng: -2.6461621)

Administrative County: Gloucestershire

District: Forest of Dean

Police Authority: Gloucestershire

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Collection Times: Mo-Fr 14:40; Sa 11:00
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