Cooper's Hill

Settlement in Gloucestershire Tewkesbury

England

Cooper's Hill

Stone Stile, Witcombe On Gloucestershire footpaths ABA68 & ABA66, 115 yards from the Cirencester Road, Ermin Way. The view from the other side is <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7198210">SO9015 : Stone Stile, Witcombe</a>.
Stone Stile, Witcombe Credit: Mary Harris

Cooper's Hill is a prominent landmark located in Gloucestershire, England. Situated on the outskirts of the town of Brockworth, it is renowned for its picturesque beauty and historical significance. The hill rises to a height of approximately 220 meters (720 feet) and offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.

The area surrounding Cooper's Hill is predominantly rural, covered with lush green meadows and dense woodlands, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and hikers. The hill itself is characterized by its steep slopes and rugged terrain, providing an exciting challenge for adventurous visitors.

Cooper's Hill also holds cultural significance as the birthplace of the traditional cheese-rolling event, which takes place annually on the Spring Bank Holiday. This unique and exhilarating event involves participants chasing a wheel of Double Gloucester cheese down the hill, risking tumbles and falls in the process. It attracts both locals and tourists from all over the world, adding to the area's charm and appeal.

In addition to its natural and cultural attractions, Cooper's Hill is home to a variety of wildlife, including deer, rabbits, and numerous bird species. The hill is also dotted with ancient archaeological remains, such as Iron Age hillforts, adding to its historical allure.

Overall, Cooper's Hill in Gloucestershire offers a delightful combination of natural beauty, cultural heritage, and adventurous pursuits, making it a must-visit destination for those seeking a memorable experience in the heart of the English countryside.

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Cooper's Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.832448/-2.1615295 or Grid Reference SO8814. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Stone Stile, Witcombe On Gloucestershire footpaths ABA68 & ABA66, 115 yards from the Cirencester Road, Ermin Way. The view from the other side is <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7198210">SO9015 : Stone Stile, Witcombe</a>.
Stone Stile, Witcombe
On Gloucestershire footpaths ABA68 & ABA66, 115 yards from the Cirencester Road, Ermin Way. The view from the other side is SO9015 : Stone Stile, Witcombe.
Stone Stile, Witcombe On Gloucestershire footpaths ABA68 & ABA66, 115 yards from the Cirencester Road, Ermin Way. The view from the other side is <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7198209">SO9015 : Stone Stile, Witcombe</a>.
Stone Stile, Witcombe
On Gloucestershire footpaths ABA68 & ABA66, 115 yards from the Cirencester Road, Ermin Way. The view from the other side is SO9015 : Stone Stile, Witcombe.
Stone Stile, Ullenwood GS7600 Not on a public right of way, but off bridleway ACO17. This view is from the track, the view from the field is <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7218499">SO9015 : Stone Stile, Ullenwood GS7600</a>.
Stone Stile, Ullenwood GS7600
Not on a public right of way, but off bridleway ACO17. This view is from the track, the view from the field is SO9015 : Stone Stile, Ullenwood GS7600.
Stone Stile, Ullenwood GS7600 Not on a public right of way, but off bridleway ACO17. This view is from the field, the view from the track is <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7218497">SO9015 : Stone Stile, Ullenwood GS7600</a>.
Stone Stile, Ullenwood GS7600
Not on a public right of way, but off bridleway ACO17. This view is from the field, the view from the track is SO9015 : Stone Stile, Ullenwood GS7600.
A maize crop above Great Witcombe Witcombe Reservoirs are prominent on the plain below.
A maize crop above Great Witcombe
Witcombe Reservoirs are prominent on the plain below.
Buckholt Wood, Cranham View through the sun and mist from the footpath leading to Cranham village.
Buckholt Wood, Cranham
View through the sun and mist from the footpath leading to Cranham village.
Across the stream A small wooden foot bridge spans a small stream on a local foot path.
Across the stream
A small wooden foot bridge spans a small stream on a local foot path.
Less than traditional Bryerland Road. Modern houses form a small estate rather than traditional Cotswold stone.
Less than traditional
Bryerland Road. Modern houses form a small estate rather than traditional Cotswold stone.
Access denied A roadside farm building in need of some TLC.
Unless there are doors at the rear entering and leaving could be an issue.
As the doors are below road level.
Access denied
A roadside farm building in need of some TLC. Unless there are doors at the rear entering and leaving could be an issue. As the doors are below road level.
Witcombe reservoir  Viewed from the car park to the Roman villa.
Witcombe reservoir
Viewed from the car park to the Roman villa.
Community bus stop The location allows the bus to pull off the main road so as not to cause congestion.
Community bus stop
The location allows the bus to pull off the main road so as not to cause congestion.
Witcombe Telephone Exchange Situated off Ermin Way, this TE, built of Cotswold stone, would appear to date from the GPO era and used to take the name Witcombe until recently. It has the code SSWCE and serves 2,563 residential and 113 non-residential premises in Birdlip, Brimpsfield, Brockworth, Great Witcombe, Little Witcombe and the surrounding rural area. A BT Openreach van can be seen parked in front of this TE. The numbering range of this TE is (01452) 86xxxx, the (01452) referring to the sixteen TEs in the Gloucester group, and its postcode is GL3 4SP.
Witcombe Telephone Exchange
Situated off Ermin Way, this TE, built of Cotswold stone, would appear to date from the GPO era and used to take the name Witcombe until recently. It has the code SSWCE and serves 2,563 residential and 113 non-residential premises in Birdlip, Brimpsfield, Brockworth, Great Witcombe, Little Witcombe and the surrounding rural area. A BT Openreach van can be seen parked in front of this TE. The numbering range of this TE is (01452) 86xxxx, the (01452) referring to the sixteen TEs in the Gloucester group, and its postcode is GL3 4SP.
Premier  Inn  to  the  right,  Beefeater  Inn  to  the  left Standard package accommodation and food side by side, from the car park toward exit onto Cirencester Road
Premier Inn to the right, Beefeater Inn to the left
Standard package accommodation and food side by side, from the car park toward exit onto Cirencester Road
Access  road  to  Premier  Inn  and  Beefeater  Grill Twelve Bells the Beefeater name, both made a good overnight stop from East Yorkshire to Devon, with a good look at Tewkesbury before arriving here, a welcome break from motorway driving.
Access road to Premier Inn and Beefeater Grill
Twelve Bells the Beefeater name, both made a good overnight stop from East Yorkshire to Devon, with a good look at Tewkesbury before arriving here, a welcome break from motorway driving.
Cirencester  Road  toward  Brockworth  and  M5
Cirencester Road toward Brockworth and M5
Brockworth House Care Centre Viewed from the entrance on Mill Lane. Brockworth House Care Centre is owned by the Methodist Care Group and can offer residential and day care facilities to people with mental disabilities.
Brockworth House Care Centre
Viewed from the entrance on Mill Lane. Brockworth House Care Centre is owned by the Methodist Care Group and can offer residential and day care facilities to people with mental disabilities.
The Fields of Little Witcombe Looking SW with Cooper's Hill in the distance famous for the "Whit" Late Spring Bank Holiday Monday Cheese Rolling.
The Fields of Little Witcombe
Looking SW with Cooper's Hill in the distance famous for the "Whit" Late Spring Bank Holiday Monday Cheese Rolling.
Church House, Great Witcombe Looking SW from near the church, lovely Cotswold stone buildings.
Church House, Great Witcombe
Looking SW from near the church, lovely Cotswold stone buildings.
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Cooper's Hill is located at Grid Ref: SO8814 (Lat: 51.832448, Lng: -2.1615295)

Administrative County: Gloucestershire

District: Tewkesbury

Police Authority: Gloucestershire

What 3 Words

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 51.832448,-2.1615295
Gloucestershire
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Parking
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Cooper's Hill
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Bus Stop
Cooper's Hill
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Bus Stop
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Well Close Farm
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Post Box
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Give Way
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Give Way
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Cooper's Hill
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Wells Close
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Coopers Hill House
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