Bilson Green

Settlement in Gloucestershire Forest of Dean

England

Bilson Green

Hicksters Ways bat roost A fabricated bat roost at Hicksters Ways in the Forest of Dean. — Hicksters Ways bat roost Credit: Philip Halling

Bilson Green is a small village located in the county of Gloucestershire, England. Situated approximately 2.5 miles west of Cinderford, it is nestled in the scenic Forest of Dean. The village is part of the district of the Forest of Dean and has a population of around 300 residents.

Bilson Green is renowned for its picturesque surroundings and tranquil atmosphere. Surrounded by lush green forests and rolling hills, the village offers stunning views of the natural beauty that Gloucestershire has to offer. It is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts, hikers, and cyclists, who can explore the numerous trails and paths in the area.

The village itself is characterized by its charming cottages, many of which date back to the 19th century. The local architecture reflects the traditional English countryside style, with well-preserved buildings and a quaint village center. Bilson Green also boasts a beautiful parish church, which adds to its historic charm.

Although small in size, Bilson Green provides its residents with essential amenities. There is a local pub, offering a cozy atmosphere and traditional British fare. For more extensive shopping and entertainment options, the nearby town of Cinderford caters to the village's needs.

Overall, Bilson Green offers a peaceful retreat in the heart of Gloucestershire's natural splendor. It is a place where residents and visitors alike can enjoy the tranquility and beauty of the Forest of Dean while still having access to nearby amenities.

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Bilson Green Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.824898/-2.512893 or Grid Reference SO6414. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Hicksters Ways bat roost

A fabricated bat roost at Hicksters Ways in the Forest of Dean.

Philip Halling

Cycleway and former railway

Cycleway and former railway trackbed passing through Crabtreehill Plantation in the Forest of Dean.

Philip Halling

Site of Foxes Bridge Colliery

Former railway track and now a cycleway passing through the site of Foxes Bridge Colliery. Trees have been felled since I last photographed this site just over seven years ago SO6313 : Foxes Bridge Colliery.

Philip Halling

Site of Foxes Bridge Colliery

The site of Foxes Bridge Colliery viewed from a former railway track and now cycleway.

Philip Halling

Site of Foxes Bridge Colliery

Former railway track and now a cycleway passing through the site of Foxes Bridge Colliery.

Philip Halling

Cycleway passing through Crabtreehill Plantation

Cycleway on a former railway trackbed passing through Crabtreehill Plantation.

Philip Halling

Cycleway near Dilke Hospital

Cycleway and former railway trackbed near Dilke Hospital in the Forest of Dean.

Philip Halling

Dilke Hospital

Dilke Memorial Hospital opened in 1921 and is named after Sir Charles Dilke, 2nd Baronet who was a Liberal MP for the Forest of Dean and died in 1911.

Philip Halling

Pump bob - Foxes Bridge Colliery near Cinderford

This inverted tee bob was undoubtedly associated with a steam pumping engine for draining this colliery and has been retained on site on a specially made concrete pad. Unfortunately it is being reclaimed by nature and is fairly well hidden although there is a well established path to it. It took me a while of hunting to find it from the nearby cycle trail.

Chris Allen

Dilke Memorial Hospital near Cinderford

Chris Allen

Trig point near Crabtree Hill, forest of Dean

Chris Allen

Entrance to Forest of Dean Crematorium

Chris Allen

Remains of Foxes Bridge Colliery near Cinderford

Some large lumps of masonry adjoining a cycle trail through the site. There are other interesting foundations and the remains of a pumping bob nearby but they do take a little hunting for.

Chris Allen

Junction of tracks near the site of Foxes Bridge Colliery

The crossing track is a family cycle way. The houses in the distance are in Cinderford

Chris Allen

Site of Foxes Bridge Colliery

The cycle way passing through behind the large lump of masonry is on the track bed of a former railway serving the colliery. There are quite a few remains in the undergrowth including an inverted tee bob from a pumping engine.

Chris Allen

Dilke Bridge near Cinderford

Carrying Speech House Road over a former railway line that is now a cycleway and foot path.

Chris Allen

Site of Foxes Bridge Colliery - machinery foundations

The site contains scattered lumps of masonry and concrete. This is possibly the footings for a steam winding engine. Cinderford is seen in the distance.

Chris Allen

Site of Foxes Bridge Colliery

This shows a concrete footing in the foreground with an inverted tee bob from a pumping installation in the background. This latter had been erected on a ne concrete pad. Unfortunately nature is claiming it back. There are similar pieces at New Fancy colliery but not as well preserved or presented.

Chris Allen

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Bilson Green is located at Grid Ref: SO6414 (Lat: 51.824898, Lng: -2.512893)

Administrative County: Gloucestershire

District: Forest of Dean

Police Authority: Gloucestershire