Nag's Head

Settlement in Gloucestershire Cotswold

England

Nag's Head

Trees by the bridleway
Trees by the bridleway Credit: don cload

Nag's Head is a small village located in the county of Gloucestershire, England. Situated on the eastern edge of the picturesque Cotswolds, Nag's Head is known for its charming rural setting and tranquil atmosphere. The village is nestled amidst rolling green hills and is surrounded by lush farmland, creating a scenic landscape that is popular with nature enthusiasts and outdoor enthusiasts alike.

Despite its small size, Nag's Head boasts a rich history dating back several centuries. The village is home to a number of historic buildings and landmarks, including a 12th-century church, which serves as a testament to the area's medieval past. Additionally, Nag's Head is known for its traditional village pub, where visitors can enjoy a pint of locally brewed ale and experience the warmth of the local community.

The village is an ideal destination for those seeking a peaceful retreat away from the hustle and bustle of city life. Its idyllic countryside surroundings offer ample opportunities for walking, hiking, and cycling, with numerous trails and paths crisscrossing the area. The nearby Cotswold Way, a long-distance footpath, provides stunning views of the surrounding countryside and is a popular attraction for both locals and tourists.

Although Nag's Head may be small, it exudes a sense of charm and tranquility that is characteristic of the quintessential English village. Its quaint setting, rich history, and natural beauty make it a delightful place to visit for those seeking a true taste of rural England.

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Nag's Head Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.68295/-2.157197 or Grid Reference ST8998. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Trees by the bridleway
Trees by the bridleway
Road to Cherington Country road from Culkerton to Cherington.
Road to Cherington
Country road from Culkerton to Cherington.
Farmland near Cherington
Farmland near Cherington
St Nicholas church, Cherington
St Nicholas church, Cherington
Barns near Aston Farm, Cherington
Barns near Aston Farm, Cherington
Village centre, Cherington
Village centre, Cherington
House in the village of Cherington This house may have been a school house as it is adjacent to a building which looks to have been the village school.
House in the village of Cherington
This house may have been a school house as it is adjacent to a building which looks to have been the village school.
Bridleway between fields
Bridleway between fields
What would you like to plant here? I thought this field has just been prepared.  But compare Philip Halling's photo taken at the same location in January.  It was ready then.  From the western edge of the square looking south east.
What would you like to plant here?
I thought this field has just been prepared. But compare Philip Halling's photo taken at the same location in January. It was ready then. From the western edge of the square looking south east.
Signpost entry to Cherington Cherington is another desirable stone village.
Signpost entry to Cherington
Cherington is another desirable stone village.
Coxe's Farm, Cherington When you see the shadows and the blossom on the trees, you know that Spring has well and truly arrived.  The Macmillan Way passes the farm.
Coxe's Farm, Cherington
When you see the shadows and the blossom on the trees, you know that Spring has well and truly arrived. The Macmillan Way passes the farm.
Pump on Cherington village green The Macmillan Way passes through the village.  According to <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.british-history.ac.uk/vch/glos/vol11/pp166-168#fnn67" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.british-history.ac.uk/vch/glos/vol11/pp166-168#fnn67">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> “The drinking-fountain on the village green was provided by Elizabeth Mary George in 1875 when Cherington Park and Westrip Farm were supplied with water pumped from a spring in Cherington Bottom. The scheme was designed and installed by John H. Taunton and the equipment supplied by George Waller & Co. of the Phoenix ironworks, Stroud.”
Pump on Cherington village green
The Macmillan Way passes through the village. According to LinkExternal link “The drinking-fountain on the village green was provided by Elizabeth Mary George in 1875 when Cherington Park and Westrip Farm were supplied with water pumped from a spring in Cherington Bottom. The scheme was designed and installed by John H. Taunton and the equipment supplied by George Waller & Co. of the Phoenix ironworks, Stroud.”
Cherington village hall The village hall may not look much, but all those plaques are to commemorate success in the regional Best Kept Village competitions over the years.
Cherington village hall
The village hall may not look much, but all those plaques are to commemorate success in the regional Best Kept Village competitions over the years.
Footpath to Cherington Pond From a small car park a footpath leads to Cherington Pond a local nature trail.  The sign in the undergrowth is not litter - yet.  It had just been placed by someone setting up a nature trail competition.
Footpath to Cherington Pond
From a small car park a footpath leads to Cherington Pond a local nature trail. The sign in the undergrowth is not litter - yet. It had just been placed by someone setting up a nature trail competition.
Brian Trubshaw's grave, Cherington The grave of Brian Trubshaw, the original British test pilot of the Concorde, in the graveyard of Cherington Church
Brian Trubshaw's grave, Cherington
The grave of Brian Trubshaw, the original British test pilot of the Concorde, in the graveyard of Cherington Church
Avening, churchyard wall Access to the footpath leading away from the village. This is the view looking in to the churchyard. The view looking in is <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7038277">ST8798 : Avening, churchyard wall</a>. It is adjacent to a stile along the footpath (see <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7038287" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7038287">Link</a> & <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7038288" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7038288">Link</a> )
Avening, churchyard wall
Access to the footpath leading away from the village. This is the view looking in to the churchyard. The view looking in is ST8798 : Avening, churchyard wall. It is adjacent to a stile along the footpath (see Link & Link )
Avening, churchyard wall Access to the footpath leading away from the village. This is the view from the churchyard. The view looking out is <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7038275">ST8798 : Avening, churchyard wall</a>. It is adjacent to a stile along the footpath (see <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7038287" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7038287">Link</a> & <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7038288" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7038288">Link</a> )
Avening, churchyard wall
Access to the footpath leading away from the village. This is the view from the churchyard. The view looking out is ST8798 : Avening, churchyard wall. It is adjacent to a stile along the footpath (see Link & Link )
Avening churchyard wall Footpath along the wall, this is looking away from the village. The view looking toward is <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7038288">ST8798 : Avening churchyard wall</a>. There is a stile into the churchyard is on the left (see <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7038277" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7038277">Link</a> & <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7038275" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7038275">Link</a> )
Avening churchyard wall
Footpath along the wall, this is looking away from the village. The view looking toward is ST8798 : Avening churchyard wall. There is a stile into the churchyard is on the left (see Link & Link )
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Nag's Head is located at Grid Ref: ST8998 (Lat: 51.68295, Lng: -2.157197)

Administrative County: Gloucestershire

District: Cotswold

Police Authority: Gloucestershire

What 3 Words

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 51.68295,-2.157197
Norns Tump
Historic: archaeological_site
Source: NPE
Lat/Long: 51.6843707/-2.1622434
Nags Head
Is In: Gloucestershire, England, UK
Place: hamlet
Source: NPE;OS7;1:25k;OSSV
Lat/Long: 51.6828461/-2.1561901
Public Bookcase
Booth: K6
Disused Amenity: telephone
Listed Status: Grade II
Man Made: telephone_box
Public Bookcase Type: phone_box
Wikidata: Q26670579
Lat/Long: 51.6827233/-2.1554946
Post Box
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 09:00; Sa 07:00; Su off
Drive Through: no
Operator: Royal Mail
Post Box Type: wall
Ref: GL8 55D
Royal Cypher: VR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102356
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 51.6824253/-2.1559962
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 51.6860501/-2.1543776
Power: pole
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Power: pole
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Power: pole
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Power: pole
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Power: pole
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Power: pole
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Power: pole
Lat/Long: 51.6823818/-2.1527626
Barrier: stile
Bicycle: no
Foot: yes
Material: wood
Stile: stepover
Lat/Long: 51.6819587/-2.153562
Barrier: stile
Bicycle: no
Foot: yes
Material: stone
Stile: stepover
Lat/Long: 51.6825473/-2.1503585
Give Way
Direction: backward
Lat/Long: 51.6808357/-2.1608405
Give Way
Direction: backward
Lat/Long: 51.6807803/-2.1605892
Give Way
Direction: forward
Lat/Long: 51.6807193/-2.1607327
Nags Head War Memorial
Historic: memorial
Inscription: This hamlet, made up in 1914 of 18 houses, sent seventeen of its young men to defend our country. Seven of these gave their lives .... lest we forget.
Material: metal
Memorial: war_memorial
Lat/Long: 51.682426/-2.1559947
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 51.685837/-2.1519148
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 51.6831631/-2.15569
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 51.6832114/-2.156598
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 51.6839988/-2.1544267
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 51.6825552/-2.157694
Power: pole
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Power: pole
Transformer: distribution
Lat/Long: 51.6812497/-2.1580427
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 51.6835103/-2.1551261
Barrier: stile
Stile: stepover
Lat/Long: 51.6818212/-2.1608617
Barrier: stile
Stile: squeezer
Lat/Long: 51.6808364/-2.1605043
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