Boxbush

Settlement in Gloucestershire Forest of Dean

England

Boxbush

Boxbush is a small village located in the county of Gloucestershire, England. Situated in the South West region of the country, it is nestled within the picturesque landscape of the Cotswolds. With a population of around 300 residents, Boxbush maintains a close-knit community atmosphere.

The village is characterized by its charming traditional cottages built with local stone, giving it a quintessentially English countryside feel. Boxbush is surrounded by lush green fields and rolling hills, providing stunning views and ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking and cycling.

Despite its small size, Boxbush offers some amenities to its residents. The village has a local pub, The Boxbush Inn, which serves as a social hub for both locals and visitors. Additionally, there is a small convenience store providing basic necessities.

Boxbush boasts a rich history, with evidence of human settlement dating back to prehistoric times. The area has been inhabited since the Neolithic period, and remnants of ancient burial mounds can still be found in the surrounding countryside. The village's name is derived from the Old English word "box," which refers to the box tree, a type of evergreen shrub that grows abundantly in the area.

The village is conveniently located near larger towns such as Stroud and Cirencester, providing access to a wider range of amenities, including schools, healthcare facilities, and shopping centers. Boxbush offers a peaceful and idyllic place to live, with its beautiful surroundings and strong sense of community.

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Boxbush Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.877583/-2.480782 or Grid Reference SO6720. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Upper Boxbush House

I last treated Geograph to a photo of the Christmas lights of Boxbush in 2020. SO6720 : The lights of Boxbush

Jonathan Billinger

Farmer's Boy Christmas lights, 2023

In competition with the Boxbush House lights on the opposite side of the A40 seen in SO6720 : The lights of Boxbush.

Jonathan Billinger

Former brewery, Mitcheldean

I was very surprised to find this unexpectedly while passing through. Initially owned by the Wintle family this brewery became the largest in the Forest of Dean in the 19th century. It was acquired by Cheltenham and Hereford Breweries in 1930. After 1930 it housed the wartime base of British Acoustic Films, later Rank Precision Industries. By 1960 manufacture of Rank Xerox photocopiers led to rapid expansion but decline followed in the 1980s-1990s. The site is now a large business village with these two buildings from the original brewery on the edge of a complex with multiple large buildings.

Chris Allen

Town Hall, Mitcheldean

Listed Grade II.

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Parish Church of St Michael and All Angels, Mitcheldean

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Mitcheldean Library

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Co-Operative food store and Post Office, Mitcheldean

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Old town Hall and The White Horse public house, Mitcheldean

Chris Allen

Former brewery, Mitcheldean

I was very surprised to find this unexpectedly while passing through. Initially owned by the Wintle family this brewery became the largest in the Forest of Dean in the 19th century. It was acquired by Cheltenham and Hereford Breweries in 1930. After 1930 it housed the wartime base of British Acoustic Films, later Rank Precision Industries. By 1960 manufacture of Rank Xerox photocopiers led to rapid expansion but decline followed in the 1980s-1990s. The site is now a large business village with two buildings from the original brewery on the edge of a complex with multiple large buildings.

Chris Allen

Former brewery, Mitcheldean

I was very surprised to find this unexpectedly while passing through. Initially owned by the Wintle family this brewery became the largest in the Forest of Dean in the 19th century. It was acquired by Cheltenham and Hereford Breweries in 1930. After 1930 it housed the wartime base of British Acoustic Films, later Rank Precision Industries. By 1960 manufacture of Rank Xerox photocopiers led to rapid expansion but decline followed in the 1980s-1990s. The site is now a large business village with two buildings from the original brewery on the edge of a complex with multiple large buildings.

Chris Allen

Church of St Michael and All Angels, Mitcheldean

A large parish church with origins stretching back to 14th century and showing subsequent changes and restorations the last being in the 19th century. The importance of this church was recognised with Grade I listing dating all the way back to 1955 by English Heritage.

Colin Cheesman

Cattle on hillside

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Rolling hills

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A4136 Gloucester Road, Mitcheldean

A Sunday morning in December.

Jonathan Billinger

Deansway Road, Mitcheldean

The village housing is dominated by the former Rank Xerox buildings which are now a huge sprawling business park.

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Bridleway by Marshes Farm

The path is part of the Gloucestershire Way.

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Carisbrooke Road, Mitcheldean

Two posh new bus shelters on the edge of the village.

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Toll House, Gloucester Road

A Toll House, now an extension of Forest House. At the junction of Gloucester Road, Merrin Street, New Road and Abbenhall Road. Served Huntley and Mitcheldean Turnpike Trust. In the wall next to the lamppost is the milestone see SO6618 : Old Milestone by the A4136, Gloucester Road, Mitcheldean. Gloucestershire HER Nᴼ. 5863 see Link

Milestone Society National ID: GL.MDE01