Rockness

Settlement in Gloucestershire Stroud

England

Rockness

Forner coal merchant's building at Egypt Mill Now converted to provide accommodation for the Egypt Mill Hotel
Forner coal merchant's building at Egypt Mill Credit: Graham Hogg

Rockness is a small village located in the county of Gloucestershire, England. Situated approximately 6 miles southwest of the town of Stroud, Rockness is nestled in the picturesque Cotswold Hills, offering residents and visitors stunning views of the surrounding countryside.

With a population of around 500 people, Rockness exudes a quaint and peaceful atmosphere. The village is characterized by its traditional stone cottages and charming architecture, which adds to its appeal as a quintessential English village. The community is tightly knit, with a strong sense of camaraderie among its residents.

Despite its small size, Rockness boasts a few essential amenities for its inhabitants. These include a local pub, where locals and visitors can gather for socializing and enjoying a drink or a meal. Additionally, there is a primary school within the village, providing education for the younger members of the community.

Rockness is surrounded by a patchwork of fields and woodlands, ideal for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers. The area offers numerous opportunities for walking, hiking, and exploring the idyllic countryside. The nearby Cotswold Way, a popular long-distance footpath, passes through Rockness, attracting walkers from far and wide.

In terms of transport, Rockness is well-connected to neighboring towns and cities. The village is accessible via local bus services, while the nearby Stroud railway station provides links to larger cities, such as Bristol and London.

Overall, Rockness is a charming village that offers a peaceful and picturesque retreat for its residents and visitors, with its natural beauty and strong community spirit.

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Rockness Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.689674/-2.22475 or Grid Reference ST8499. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Forner coal merchant's building at Egypt Mill Now converted to provide accommodation for the Egypt Mill Hotel
Forner coal merchant's building at Egypt Mill
Now converted to provide accommodation for the Egypt Mill Hotel
Nailsworth Stream at Egypt Mill Hotel The hotel is a conversion of a former textile mill, one of many in the Nailsworth valley.
Nailsworth Stream at Egypt Mill Hotel
The hotel is a conversion of a former textile mill, one of many in the Nailsworth valley.
The Railway Hotel, Nailsworth The railway here closed in 1966 though passenger services were terminated in 1949 and the grade II listed hotel now provides luxury holiday apartments.
The Railway Hotel, Nailsworth
The railway here closed in 1966 though passenger services were terminated in 1949 and the grade II listed hotel now provides luxury holiday apartments.
Stone Stile, Devil's Elbow As the footpath leaves Box Wood. The view from the road is <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7038355">ST8699 : Stone Stile, Devil's Elbow</a>.
Stone Stile, Devil's Elbow
As the footpath leaves Box Wood. The view from the road is ST8699 : Stone Stile, Devil's Elbow.
Stone Stile, Devil's Elbow As the footpath leaves Box Wood. The view from the footpath is <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7038353">ST8699 : Stone Stile, Devil's Elbow</a>.
Stone Stile, Devil's Elbow
As the footpath leaves Box Wood. The view from the footpath is ST8699 : Stone Stile, Devil's Elbow.
Stone Stile, Horsley Off Narrowcut Lane, on Gloucestershire footpath MHO75 looking West. The view looking East is <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7067457">ST8398 : Stone Stile, Horsley</a>.
Stone Stile, Horsley
Off Narrowcut Lane, on Gloucestershire footpath MHO75 looking West. The view looking East is ST8398 : Stone Stile, Horsley.
Stone Stile, Horsley Off Narrowcut Lane, on Gloucestershire footpath MHO75 looking East. The view looking West is <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7067455">ST8398 : Stone Stile, Horsley</a>.
Stone Stile, Horsley
Off Narrowcut Lane, on Gloucestershire footpath MHO75 looking East. The view looking West is ST8398 : Stone Stile, Horsley.
Stone Stile, Horsley At the junction of Gloucestershire footpaths MHO19 & MHO18, looking into the field. The view looking SW along MHO18 is <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7067498">ST8398 : Stone Stile, Horsley</a>.
Stone Stile, Horsley
At the junction of Gloucestershire footpaths MHO19 & MHO18, looking into the field. The view looking SW along MHO18 is ST8398 : Stone Stile, Horsley.
Stone Stile, Horsley At the junction of Gloucestershire footpaths MHO19 & MHO18, looking SW along MHO18. The view looking NE into the field is <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7067495">ST8398 : Stone Stile, Horsley</a>.
Stone Stile, Horsley
At the junction of Gloucestershire footpaths MHO19 & MHO18, looking SW along MHO18. The view looking NE into the field is ST8398 : Stone Stile, Horsley.
Stone Stile, Horsley Looking North into the top (rented by Ben) field on Gloucestershire footpaths MHO18 & MHO17. The view looking South is <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7067517">ST8398 : Stone Stile, Horsley</a>.
Stone Stile, Horsley
Looking North into the top (rented by Ben) field on Gloucestershire footpaths MHO18 & MHO17. The view looking South is ST8398 : Stone Stile, Horsley.
Stone Stile, Horsley Looking South from the top field (rented by Ben) on Gloucestershire footpaths MHO18 & MHO17. The view looking North is <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7067514">ST8398 : Stone Stile, Horsley</a>.
Stone Stile, Horsley
Looking South from the top field (rented by Ben) on Gloucestershire footpaths MHO18 & MHO17. The view looking North is ST8398 : Stone Stile, Horsley.
Stone Stile, Horsley A "gap in the wall" stile under the wooden structure. Looking NE on  Gloucestershire footpath MHO62 to MHO70. The view looking into the field is <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7067535">ST8398 : Stone Stile, Horsley</a>.
Stone Stile, Horsley
A "gap in the wall" stile under the wooden structure. Looking NE on Gloucestershire footpath MHO62 to MHO70. The view looking into the field is ST8398 : Stone Stile, Horsley.
Stone Stile, Horsley A "gap in the wall" stile under the wooden structure. Looking SW to  Gloucestershire footpath MHO62 from MHO70. The view looking from the field is <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7067532">ST8398 : Stone Stile, Horsley</a>.
Stone Stile, Horsley
A "gap in the wall" stile under the wooden structure. Looking SW to Gloucestershire footpath MHO62 from MHO70. The view looking from the field is ST8398 : Stone Stile, Horsley.
Stone Stile, Horsley Stile to Gloucestershire footpath MHO68, off a farm track looking SE. The view looking to the track is <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7067615">ST8398 : Stone Stile, Horsley</a>.
Stone Stile, Horsley
Stile to Gloucestershire footpath MHO68, off a farm track looking SE. The view looking to the track is ST8398 : Stone Stile, Horsley.
Stone Stile, Horsley Stile to Gloucestershire footpath MHO68, looking NW to a farm track. The view looking from the track is <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7067609">ST8398 : Stone Stile, Horsley</a>.
Stone Stile, Horsley
Stile to Gloucestershire footpath MHO68, looking NW to a farm track. The view looking from the track is ST8398 : Stone Stile, Horsley.
Stone Stile, Nailsworth On Gloucestershire footpath ZNA19 looking West. The view looking East is <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7067668">ST8499 : Stone Stile, Nailsworth</a>. The gap is the source of a spring running downhill to the right.
Stone Stile, Nailsworth
On Gloucestershire footpath ZNA19 looking West. The view looking East is ST8499 : Stone Stile, Nailsworth. The gap is the source of a spring running downhill to the right.
Stone Stile, Nailsworth On Gloucestershire footpath ZNA19 looking East. The view looking West is <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7067662">ST8499 : Stone Stile, Nailsworth</a>. The gap is the source of a spring running downhill to the left.
Stone Stile, Nailsworth
On Gloucestershire footpath ZNA19 looking East. The view looking West is ST8499 : Stone Stile, Nailsworth. The gap is the source of a spring running downhill to the left.
Stone Stile, Nailsworth Looking West on Gloucestershire footpaths ZNA19 & MHO14 to the u/c road. The view from the road is <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7067689">ST8499 : Stone Stile, Nailsworth</a>.
Stone Stile, Nailsworth
Looking West on Gloucestershire footpaths ZNA19 & MHO14 to the u/c road. The view from the road is ST8499 : Stone Stile, Nailsworth.
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Rockness is located at Grid Ref: ST8499 (Lat: 51.689674, Lng: -2.22475)

Administrative County: Gloucestershire

District: Stroud

Police Authority: Gloucestershire

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Barcelona Ln
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Waste Basket
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Artwork Type: sculpture
Tourism: artwork
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Note: During the day, the sculpture looks like an un-used pedestal. At night, this is lit up and artwork can be seen through drilled holes in the monolith.
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Bicycle Parking
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Bicycle Parking
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Fixme: Location approximate, not visible on bing imagery
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Cafe
Ruskin Mill Cafe
Addr City: Stroud
Addr Postcode: GL6 0LA
Addr Town: Nailsworth
Diet Vegan: yes
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Fhrs Id: 154396
Level: 1
Opening Hours: Mo-Su 10:00-16:00; PH open
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Bench
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Bench
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Fountain
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Fountain
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Noexit: yes
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Post Box
Brand: Royal Mail
Brand Wikidata: Q638098
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 09:00; Sa 07:00
Colour: red
Drive Through: no
Operator: Royal Mail
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Ref: GL6 64
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Direction: 50
Historic: memorial
Inscription: CHARLEY F. EVANS Private 8th Gloucestershire Rgt. Lived Here Killed 9th July 1917 Aged 21 Commemorated on the Menin Gate Memorial Leper Belgium Lest We Forget
Material: metal
Memorial: plaque
Wikimedia Commons: File:Charley F Evans plaque, Nailsworth.jpg
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Direction: 125
Historic: memorial
Inscription: PERCY J. PETERS Private 5th Wiltshire Regiment Lived Here Killed 29th March 1917 Aged 30 Commemorated on the Basra Memorial Iraq Lest We Forget
Material: metal
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Barrier: stile
Material: wood
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