Longridge

Settlement in Gloucestershire Stroud

England

Longridge

Dillay Brook valley Partly covers the scene in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/114753">SO9008 : A junction of footpaths in the Slad valley</a>; the short field boundary with trees dropping down to the Dillay Brook appear in both images. This is taken close to where footpath MPA/146/1 emerges from a slippery descent through Down Wood. Downstream, the valley quickly crosses into <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/SO8908">SO8908</a>. — Dillay Brook valley Credit: Derek Harper

Longridge is a small village located in the county of Gloucestershire, England. Situated on the eastern edge of the Cotswolds, it is surrounded by picturesque countryside and offers a tranquil and idyllic setting. With a population of around 500 residents, Longridge is known for its close-knit community and friendly atmosphere.

The village dates back to medieval times and has a rich history. It features several historic buildings, including St. Mary's Church, which is a Grade II listed structure known for its beautiful architecture. The church serves as a focal point for the community and hosts regular services and events.

Despite its small size, Longridge offers a range of amenities and facilities for its residents. These include a village hall, a primary school, a post office, and a local pub. The village hall is a popular venue for social gatherings, meetings, and various community activities.

Longridge is surrounded by stunning natural beauty, making it an ideal location for outdoor enthusiasts. The nearby Cotswold Hills provide ample opportunities for hiking, cycling, and exploring the countryside. Additionally, the village is located close to the River Severn, offering residents the chance to enjoy boating and fishing activities.

For those seeking a peaceful and rural lifestyle, Longridge provides a charming and welcoming community in a beautiful setting. Its convenient location, nestled between the Cotswolds and the River Severn, allows residents to enjoy both the tranquility of village life and the natural wonders of the surrounding area.

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Longridge Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.781201/-2.174063 or Grid Reference SO8809. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Dillay Brook valley

Partly covers the scene in SO9008 : A junction of footpaths in the Slad valley; the short field boundary with trees dropping down to the Dillay Brook appear in both images. This is taken close to where footpath MPA/146/1 emerges from a slippery descent through Down Wood. Downstream, the valley quickly crosses into SO8908.

Derek Harper

Tibbiwell Lane, Painswick

This road runs east and then SE down the hill to Brookhouse Mill.

Penny Mayes

Painswick churchyard

The avenues of yew trees form tunnels around the church.

Penny Mayes

St Mary's Church, Painswick, Gloucestershire

St Mary's Church Painswick is renowned for the magnificent yew trees in the churchyard. There is also an annual "Clypping ceremony". This ancient religious ceremony has nothing to do with the trees but is the embracing of the church by children of the parish carrying nosegays and singing hymns. The event is held in September.

Christine Matthews

Slad

The village of Slad lies in one of the valleys above Stroud and is famous as the home of writer Laurie Lee and the setting for his book 'Cider with Rosie'.

Philip Halling

Down Farm, Slad

Down Farm and Downhill Mound, the hill with the clump of trees, viewed from across the valley from Redding Wood.

Philip Halling

Woodland track through Piedmont

This track passes a few isolated cottages at the top end of the Slad valley.

Philip Halling

Dillay in the upper Slad valley

Philip Halling

Derelict cottage in the Slad valley

Cottage in the top end of the Slad valley.

Philip Halling

Farm trailers near Down Barn Farm, Slad

Philip Halling

Track through woodland on Down Hill, Slad

Philip Halling

Painswick viewed from across the valley

This is a view of Painswick from the south-east, the picture is from the Slad Road near The Frith.

Philip Halling

The Frith

The Frith is woodland on a hill between Slad and Painswick, this is a view from The Frith to the north

Philip Halling

Farm building to the north of Worgan's Farm, Slad

This farm building is on top of a hill above the village of Slad.

Philip Halling

Holy Trinity Church, Slad

Philip Halling

Rose Bank, cottage in the village of Slad

A fairly typical Cotswold-stone cottage in the Slad valley. In fact this one is the former home of the late Laurie Lee, the author whose book, 'Cider with Rosie' reflected on his childhood in the Slad valley. The cottage is Grade II listed. Historic England description PAINSWICK SLAD SO 80 NE 5/301 Rose Bank II Detached cottage. Early C18 front, C19 back wing. Coursed and squared rubble, concrete tile roof, large external gable stack on outer end of wing and 2 small gable stacks to main blocks. A T-plan, with symmetrical north facing main block to which long service wing probably added later. North front is 2½ storeys, 5-windowed, three 2-light gabled dormers with some leaded glazing over 3:2:2:3- light transomed casements at first and ground floors, all to wood lintels, but window 2 is blank at each level. C18 wide plank door in chamfered surround centrally. Back wing includes two 3-light chamfer mullioned casements with stopped drip and a lean-to in the internal angle, and a 2-light over plank door, also a 3-light dormer. Interior: various chamfered beams and C19 plank and rail doors. Birthplace of Laurie Lee, who still was in the house (April 1984). Not to be confused with Rose Cottage (q.v.). Source: Link

Philip Halling

Longridge Village

Longridge overlooks Painswick which lies 1Km to the West.

Vincent Jones

Farmland at Wick Street

Cotswold farmland close to Painswick. The houses are on Wick street a lane that runs between the Painswick Old road and Stepping Stone lane. An old link between Painswick and Stroud.

Vincent Jones

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Longridge is located at Grid Ref: SO8809 (Lat: 51.781201, Lng: -2.174063)

Administrative County: Gloucestershire

District: Stroud

Police Authority: Gloucestershire