Bream's Meend

Settlement in Gloucestershire Forest of Dean

England

Bream's Meend

St James’ Church Bream Sunday morning worshippers gathering outside the door.
St James’ Church Bream Credit: David Martin

Bream's Meend is a small village located in Gloucestershire, England. Situated in the Forest of Dean district, it is surrounded by beautiful woodland and rolling hills, making it an ideal destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.

The village is known for its rich history, dating back to medieval times. It was once a thriving mining community, with coal being the primary resource extracted from the nearby Forest of Dean. Today, remnants of the mining industry can still be seen in the form of old mine shafts and buildings.

Bream's Meend offers a range of amenities for residents and visitors alike. There are several quaint pubs and restaurants where one can enjoy a traditional English meal or relax with a pint of locally brewed ale. The village also has a post office, a small grocery store, and a primary school, providing essential services for the local community.

For those seeking outdoor activities, Bream's Meend has plenty to offer. The surrounding forest provides ample opportunities for hiking, mountain biking, and wildlife spotting. There are also several designated picnic areas and walking trails, allowing visitors to explore the area's natural beauty at their own pace.

Overall, Bream's Meend is a charming village nestled in the heart of Gloucestershire's countryside. With its rich history, picturesque landscapes, and outdoor activities, it is a destination that caters to both history buffs and nature enthusiasts.

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Bream's Meend Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.750481/-2.583467 or Grid Reference SO5905. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

St James’ Church Bream Sunday morning worshippers gathering outside the door.
St James’ Church Bream
Sunday morning worshippers gathering outside the door.
Wide verge beside Lyndsey Road
Wide verge beside Lyndsey Road
View over Pastor’s Hill, Bream
View over Pastor’s Hill, Bream
View over Whitecroft The station on the preserved Dean Forest Railway is in the centre of this image.
View over Whitecroft
The station on the preserved Dean Forest Railway is in the centre of this image.
Downhill view at Pastor’s Hill
Downhill view at Pastor’s Hill
Houses on hillside at Pastor’s Hill
Houses on hillside at Pastor’s Hill
House above lane on edge of Whitecroft Taken from the location of a former level crossing on a branch line to Princess Royal Colliery.
House above lane on edge of Whitecroft
Taken from the location of a former level crossing on a branch line to Princess Royal Colliery.
Sheep grazing on the verge beside Park Hill
Sheep grazing on the verge beside Park Hill
Stream below Whitecroft Road Close to the site of the former Princess Royal Colliery.
Stream below Whitecroft Road
Close to the site of the former Princess Royal Colliery.
Grassy hillside below Cox's Way
Grassy hillside below Cox's Way
Sports ground at Bream Seen from the Cenotaph.
Sports ground at Bream
Seen from the Cenotaph.
Woodland path at Parkend Walk
Woodland path at Parkend Walk
Forest track beside Dry Brook
Forest track beside Dry Brook
View into woods at Parkend Walk
View into woods at Parkend Walk
Forest tack at Parkend Walk
Forest tack at Parkend Walk
Boundary Stone, Bream In the minuscule front garden of Drywell Cottage, High Street. Opposite a coffee shop that has a companion Royal Forest of Dean BS <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7483936">SO6005 : Boundary Stone, Bream</a>, in the outdoor eating garden.

Inscription: D. F. / Nᴼ. 46 / 2004

Milestone Society National ID: GL_DFWDEA46em
Boundary Stone, Bream
In the minuscule front garden of Drywell Cottage, High Street. Opposite a coffee shop that has a companion Royal Forest of Dean BS SO6005 : Boundary Stone, Bream, in the outdoor eating garden. Inscription: D. F. / Nᴼ. 46 / 2004 Milestone Society National ID: GL_DFWDEA46em
Boundary Stone, Bream In the garden eating area of a coffee shop in the High Street, opposite another Royal Forest of Dean BS <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7483933">SO6005 : Boundary Stone, Bream</a>, in the minuscule front garden of Drywell Cottage.

Inscription: D. F. / Nᴼ. 47 / 2004

Milestone Society National ID: GL_DFWDEA47em
Boundary Stone, Bream
In the garden eating area of a coffee shop in the High Street, opposite another Royal Forest of Dean BS SO6005 : Boundary Stone, Bream, in the minuscule front garden of Drywell Cottage. Inscription: D. F. / Nᴼ. 47 / 2004 Milestone Society National ID: GL_DFWDEA47em
Boundary Stone, Bream Embedded in the retaining garden wall of "Windy Ridge", in the ramped approach to the "Rising Sun" pub, High Street.

Inscription: D. F. / Nᴼ. 45 / 1832

Milestone Society National ID: GL_DFWDEA45em
Boundary Stone, Bream
Embedded in the retaining garden wall of "Windy Ridge", in the ramped approach to the "Rising Sun" pub, High Street. Inscription: D. F. / Nᴼ. 45 / 1832 Milestone Society National ID: GL_DFWDEA45em
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Bream's Meend is located at Grid Ref: SO5905 (Lat: 51.750481, Lng: -2.583467)

Administrative County: Gloucestershire

District: Forest of Dean

Police Authority: Gloucestershire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 51.750481,-2.583467
Bream Meend
Is In: Gloucestershire, England, UK
Place: hamlet
Source: NPE
Lat/Long: 51.7503753/-2.5843186
Bus Stop
Sun Rise Rd
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Sun Rise Rd
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Bus Stop
New Rd
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Bus Stop
New Rd
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Bus Stop
Bream's Meend
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Bus Stop
Bream's Meend
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Rugby Club
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Rugby Club
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Bus Stop
Oakwood Mill
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Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
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Oakwood Mill
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Source: naptan_import
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Bus Stop
Bream Court Farm
Bench: no
Bin: no
Lit: no
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Shelter: no
Source: naptan_import
Tactile Paving: no
Lat/Long: 51.7473588/-2.5817243
Bus Stop
Bream Court Farm
Bench: no
Bin: no
Lit: no
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Naptan Bearing: SE
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Naptan NaptanCode: gloagdpt
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Naptan Verified: no
Shelter: no
Source: naptan_import
Tactile Paving: no
Lat/Long: 51.7476634/-2.5819455
Horwell Hill
Place: locality
Source: OS_OpenData_StreetView
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Bream Cenotaph
Historic: memorial
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Lat/Long: 51.7498191/-2.5763683
Post Box
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Post Box Mounting: wall
Post Box Type: lamp
Ref: GL15 85
Royal Cypher: GR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102273
Lat/Long: 51.752935/-2.5780859
Cafe
The Coffee Shop
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Power: pole
Lat/Long: 51.75226/-2.5845337
Power: pole
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Power: pole
Lat/Long: 51.7499112/-2.5854698
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 51.7497784/-2.586709
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 51.7469247/-2.5872119
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 51.7478712/-2.5871529
Power: pole
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Power: pole
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Power: pole
Lat/Long: 51.7497302/-2.5872414
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 51.7506518/-2.5871354
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 51.7512114/-2.5863107
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 51.7497095/-2.5870523
Power: pole
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Power: pole
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Power: pole
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Location Transition: yes
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Location Transition: yes
Power: pole
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Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
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Location: roof
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Booth: K6
Covered: booth
Disused Amenity: telephone
Man Made: telephone_box
Lat/Long: 51.7532872/-2.5783692
Barrier: stile
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Knockly Dog Foods
Shop: pet
Wheelchair: limited
Lat/Long: 51.7484645/-2.5829548
Court Farm Country Store
Comment: Not sure about the correct shop type. it sells animal feed but also country-style clothes
Shop: agrarian
Wheelchair: limited
Lat/Long: 51.7485214/-2.5830048
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