Bowling Green

Settlement in Gloucestershire Cotswold

England

Bowling Green

Cirencester marketplace looking ESE
Cirencester marketplace Credit: mym

Bowling Green is a charming village located in the picturesque county of Gloucestershire, England. Situated in the Cotswold District, it is nestled in the heart of the stunning Cotswold Hills, renowned for their natural beauty and idyllic landscapes. With a population of around 500 residents, Bowling Green exudes a peaceful and close-knit community atmosphere.

The village is characterized by its quintessential English charm, boasting a collection of traditional Cotswold stone houses and thatched cottages. These architectural gems, along with the surrounding rolling hills and lush green meadows, create a postcard-perfect setting that attracts visitors from far and wide.

Despite its small size, Bowling Green is well-equipped with amenities to cater to the needs of its residents and visitors. The village offers a range of essential services, including a local pub, a post office, and a village hall that serves as a hub for community events and gatherings. Its close proximity to larger towns, such as Cheltenham and Gloucester, provides easy access to additional amenities and services.

Nature enthusiasts will find themselves in paradise in Bowling Green, as the village is surrounded by ample opportunities for outdoor activities. The nearby Cotswold Way, a famous long-distance footpath, offers scenic walks and hikes with breathtaking views of the countryside. Additionally, the area is dotted with charming villages and historic landmarks, providing ample opportunities for exploration and discovery.

In summary, Bowling Green in Gloucestershire is a captivating village that offers a peaceful and picturesque escape from the hustle and bustle of modern life. With its stunning natural surroundings, traditional architecture, and strong sense of community, it is a place that truly encapsulates the charm and beauty of the Cotswolds.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 51.72504/-1.9647865 or Grid Reference SP0202. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Cirencester marketplace looking ESE
Cirencester marketplace
looking ESE
Cirencester Parish Church View from south. Dedicated to St John the Baptist
Cirencester Parish Church
View from south. Dedicated to St John the Baptist
Ermin Street, Stratton Ermin Street running south-east through the village of Stratton, a community separated from Cirencester by former water meadows and mainly composed of a large housing estate
Ermin Street, Stratton
Ermin Street running south-east through the village of Stratton, a community separated from Cirencester by former water meadows and mainly composed of a large housing estate
Watermoor Church Watermoor Church, designed by George Gilbert Scott and completed in 1851/2. This area formerly contained both of Cirencester's railway stations as well as most of its commercial activity
Watermoor Church
Watermoor Church, designed by George Gilbert Scott and completed in 1851/2. This area formerly contained both of Cirencester's railway stations as well as most of its commercial activity
Golden Farm Road Golden Farm Road on the Beeches Estate. The main features of this square are a number of 1950's housing estates, a bypass and a section of old Roman city wall
Golden Farm Road
Golden Farm Road on the Beeches Estate. The main features of this square are a number of 1950's housing estates, a bypass and a section of old Roman city wall
Cirencester Park and Cecily Hill Barracks Looking east towards Cirencester Parish Church down the main ride of the park, home of Earl Bathurst. On the left are the former barracks, built in 1857 to house the local militia.
Cirencester Park and Cecily Hill Barracks
Looking east towards Cirencester Parish Church down the main ride of the park, home of Earl Bathurst. On the left are the former barracks, built in 1857 to house the local militia.
Cirencester House and Church Looking east across parkland towards Cirencester House and the parish church. In addition to the park, this square also contains the hospital and the cemetery.
Cirencester House and Church
Looking east across parkland towards Cirencester House and the parish church. In addition to the park, this square also contains the hospital and the cemetery.
Cirencester Golf Course Looking west from the Cheltenham Road across Cirencester Golf Course, designed in 1910
Cirencester Golf Course
Looking west from the Cheltenham Road across Cirencester Golf Course, designed in 1910
A417 near Cirencester Looking north-west from the White Way along the A417, Swindon to Gloucester road, near Baunton
A417 near Cirencester
Looking north-west from the White Way along the A417, Swindon to Gloucester road, near Baunton
Ashcroft Methodist Church Cirencester In Ashcroft Road Cirencester
Ashcroft Methodist Church Cirencester
In Ashcroft Road Cirencester
Salvation Army Thomas Street Cirencester Opposite to the Friends Meeting House
Salvation Army Thomas Street Cirencester
Opposite to the Friends Meeting House
Stratton Church Possibly on the line between squares! This is looking into the square. The church like many locally is some way from the modern suburb, separated by a main road, the old road to Gloucester.
Stratton Church
Possibly on the line between squares! This is looking into the square. The church like many locally is some way from the modern suburb, separated by a main road, the old road to Gloucester.
London Road Cirencester The edge of town as at early 2006. London Road is the A417 which meanders off towards Reading
London Road Cirencester
The edge of town as at early 2006. London Road is the A417 which meanders off towards Reading
Roman Amphitheatre The scale of this is enormous .. people look very small from the top.
Roman Amphitheatre
The scale of this is enormous .. people look very small from the top.
Cirencester Fire Station Cirencester Fire Station, Chesterton Lane, Cirencester is station W21 of the Gloucestershire Fire & Rescue Service.
Cirencester Fire Station
Cirencester Fire Station, Chesterton Lane, Cirencester is station W21 of the Gloucestershire Fire & Rescue Service.
Baunton Church (winter!) View of the south side of the church
Baunton Church (winter!)
View of the south side of the church
Cirencester, The Fleece Hotel Another of our fine old buildings.
Cirencester, The Fleece Hotel
Another of our fine old buildings.
Cirencester, The King's Head Hotel Another of the town's fine old buildings.
Cirencester, The King's Head Hotel
Another of the town's fine old buildings.
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Bowling Green is located at Grid Ref: SP0202 (Lat: 51.72504, Lng: -1.9647865)

Administrative County: Gloucestershire

District: Cotswold

Police Authority: Gloucestershire

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Nearby Amenities

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Holmes Beauty
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Childcare
Mrs Berry's Montessori Nursery
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