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Awre

Civil Parish in Gloucestershire Forest of Dean

England

Awre

Village Hall, Awre Had a pleasant pair of Gates commemorating the Queen's Silver Jubilee in 1977.
Village Hall, Awre Credit: Stuart Wilding

Awre is a civil parish located in the Forest of Dean district of Gloucestershire, England. It is situated on the western bank of the River Severn, approximately 8 miles southwest of the town of Lydney. The parish covers an area of about 3.3 square miles and is home to a population of around 500 people.

The village of Awre itself is small and picturesque, with a charming rural character. It features a mixture of traditional stone cottages and more modern houses. The parish church, St Andrew's, is a notable landmark, dating back to the 13th century. It boasts a beautifully preserved medieval tower and is known for its stained glass windows.

The River Severn plays a significant role in the life of Awre, with a ferry crossing connecting the village to Newnham-on-Severn on the opposite bank. The ferry, which has been in operation for centuries, provides an important transportation link for locals and visitors alike.

The surrounding countryside is predominantly agricultural, with farmland stretching out towards the nearby villages of Blakeney and Newnham-on-Severn. The area is known for its scenic beauty, offering opportunities for countryside walks and outdoor activities.

Overall, Awre is a peaceful and idyllic parish, perfect for those seeking a quiet rural retreat or a base for exploring the natural beauty of the Forest of Dean.

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Village Hall, Awre Had a pleasant pair of Gates commemorating the Queen's Silver Jubilee in 1977.
Village Hall, Awre
Had a pleasant pair of Gates commemorating the Queen's Silver Jubilee in 1977.
Farmland, Awre Picture taken from the Severn Way across farmland to the River Severn itself.
Farmland, Awre
Picture taken from the Severn Way across farmland to the River Severn itself.
Parish Church Awre
Parish Church Awre
A choir of angels in Awre churchyard.
A choir of angels in Awre churchyard.
Severn bank near Awre Looking north-east, erosion is a factor with this stretch of the estuary's north coast.
Severn bank near Awre
Looking north-east, erosion is a factor with this stretch of the estuary's north coast.
North bank of the Severn With the remains of an old groyne being uncovered in receding tide. In the distance right is Berkeley Power Station. Thanks to a suggestion by another member. A minor amendment to the description, this is in fact the remains of a salmon fishing putcher rank or a fix engine for salmon fishing. (May 2012)
North bank of the Severn
With the remains of an old groyne being uncovered in receding tide. In the distance right is Berkeley Power Station. Thanks to a suggestion by another member. A minor amendment to the description, this is in fact the remains of a salmon fishing putcher rank or a fix engine for salmon fishing. (May 2012)
Phone box outside the Village Hall in Awre
Phone box outside the Village Hall in Awre
Awre Church
Awre Church
The Red Hart Inn, Awre
The Red Hart Inn, Awre
Awre Church Awre church is dedicated to St Andrew.
Awre Church
Awre church is dedicated to St Andrew.
Gravestone to Pte Frank Huins A poignant reminder on remembrance weekend, this gravestone near the entrance porch to Awre church appears to be a very recent addition. It is in memory of Pte Frank Huins of the 14th Batt Gloucester Reg. who fell on 2 March 1916 in France. A search of the Commonwealth War Graves site reveals he was buried at Le Touret Military Cemetery, Richebourg-L'Avoue.
Gravestone to Pte Frank Huins
A poignant reminder on remembrance weekend, this gravestone near the entrance porch to Awre church appears to be a very recent addition. It is in memory of Pte Frank Huins of the 14th Batt Gloucester Reg. who fell on 2 March 1916 in France. A search of the Commonwealth War Graves site reveals he was buried at Le Touret Military Cemetery, Richebourg-L'Avoue.
Track at Awre Track to the east of Awre church giving access to low lying meadow land within a bend in the River Severn.
Track at Awre
Track to the east of Awre church giving access to low lying meadow land within a bend in the River Severn.
Electricity pylons, Awre These are two very tall electricity pylons on the southern bank of the River Severn at Awre.
Electricity pylons, Awre
These are two very tall electricity pylons on the southern bank of the River Severn at Awre.
River bank at Awre View across fields beside the River Severn to the north of Awre. The two tall pylons carry power cables across the river to Arlingham on the other bank. A tractor is hedge cutting in the next field.
River bank at Awre
View across fields beside the River Severn to the north of Awre. The two tall pylons carry power cables across the river to Arlingham on the other bank. A tractor is hedge cutting in the next field.
The Red Hart Inn, Awre The Red Hart Inn in the centre of the small scattered village of Awre.
The Red Hart Inn, Awre
The Red Hart Inn in the centre of the small scattered village of Awre.
Gravestone, Awre Church Early nineteenth century gravestone in Awre churchyard.
Gravestone, Awre Church
Early nineteenth century gravestone in Awre churchyard.
Sad gravestone, Awre Church Detail from the gravestone of Sarah Johnson who died on December 19 1816 aged 41. The gravestone is also to the memory of her seven children who died in infancy, presumably the seven heads represent the children. A poem inscribed on the stone reads: "My female friend O stay and think of me For know from sudden death thou art free In childbirth I was quickly called away To dwell in silence with my native clay"
Sad gravestone, Awre Church
Detail from the gravestone of Sarah Johnson who died on December 19 1816 aged 41. The gravestone is also to the memory of her seven children who died in infancy, presumably the seven heads represent the children. A poem inscribed on the stone reads: "My female friend O stay and think of me For know from sudden death thou art free In childbirth I was quickly called away To dwell in silence with my native clay"
Gravestone to Sarah Johnson, Awre Church Gravestone of Sarah Johnson who died on December 19 1816 aged 41. The gravestone is also to the memory of her seven children who died in infancy, presumably the seven smaller heads represent the children. A poem inscribed on the stone reads: "My female friend O stay and think of me For know from sudden death thou art free In childbirth I was quickly called away To dwell in silence with my native clay"
Gravestone to Sarah Johnson, Awre Church
Gravestone of Sarah Johnson who died on December 19 1816 aged 41. The gravestone is also to the memory of her seven children who died in infancy, presumably the seven smaller heads represent the children. A poem inscribed on the stone reads: "My female friend O stay and think of me For know from sudden death thou art free In childbirth I was quickly called away To dwell in silence with my native clay"
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Awre is located at Grid Ref: SO6907 (Lat: 51.768105, Lng: -2.448022)

Administrative County: Gloucestershire

District: Forest of Dean

Police Authority: Gloucestershire

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