Pauntley

Civil Parish in Gloucestershire Forest of Dean

England

Pauntley

Bluebells and oaks Woodland edge by the lane to Ketford. — Bluebells and oaks Credit: Jonathan Billinger

Pauntley is a small civil parish located in the county of Gloucestershire, England. It is situated in the Forest of Dean district, close to the border with Herefordshire. The parish covers an area of approximately 6 square miles and is home to a population of around 200 people.

The village of Pauntley is set in a picturesque rural landscape, surrounded by rolling hills and lush green fields. It is known for its charming stone cottages and historic buildings, which give it a quaint and traditional feel. The centerpiece of the village is the 12th-century St. John the Evangelist Church, a Grade II listed building with a beautiful Norman tower.

Pauntley is also renowned for its natural beauty and is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts. The parish is crisscrossed by numerous footpaths and bridleways, providing excellent opportunities for walking, hiking, and horse riding. The nearby Malvern Hills and the Forest of Dean offer further opportunities for outdoor activities and exploration.

Despite its small size, Pauntley has a strong community spirit and a range of amenities for its residents. These include a village hall, a primary school, and a pub, providing a focal point for social gatherings and events.

Overall, Pauntley is a tranquil and idyllic village, offering a peaceful retreat for those seeking a slower pace of life and a connection with nature.

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Pauntley Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.960116/-2.385636 or Grid Reference SO7329. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Bluebells and oaks Woodland edge by the lane to Ketford.

Bluebells and oaks

Woodland edge by the lane to Ketford.

Jonathan Billinger

Covered area at the garden centre Three Shires Garden Centre in late January.
The bulk of the colour comes from primroses.

Covered area at the garden centre

Three Shires Garden Centre in late January. The bulk of the colour comes from primroses.

Jonathan Billinger

Plant area at Three Shires Garden Centre Some very colourful Heucheras in the foreground.

Plant area at Three Shires Garden Centre

Some very colourful Heucheras in the foreground.

Jonathan Billinger

Durbridge Mill buildings Buildings alongside the track through Durbridge Mill Farm.

Durbridge Mill buildings

Buildings alongside the track through Durbridge Mill Farm.

Fields near Welsh House Lane Grassy fields and rolling hills near Welsh House Lane.

Fields near Welsh House Lane

Grassy fields and rolling hills near Welsh House Lane.

Footpath towards vineyard A footpath through a muddy field leading towards Three Choirs Vineyard.

Footpath towards vineyard

A footpath through a muddy field leading towards Three Choirs Vineyard.

Field of buttercups A large field of buttercups and other wildflowers.

Field of buttercups

A large field of buttercups and other wildflowers.

Pond at Three Shires garden centre Carp are to be found here.
Pictured on a bright late-April morning.

Pond at Three Shires garden centre

Carp are to be found here. Pictured on a bright late-April morning.

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Footbridge over the River Leadon There are a number of footpaths in the area, this footbridge enables walkers to cross the River Leadon near Durbridge Farm.

Footbridge over the River Leadon

There are a number of footpaths in the area, this footbridge enables walkers to cross the River Leadon near Durbridge Farm.

River Leadon near Durbridge Mill Trees reflected in the River Leadon which is flowing at a very low level after a prolong period of low rainfall. Note the exposed tree roots on the riverbank.

River Leadon near Durbridge Mill

Trees reflected in the River Leadon which is flowing at a very low level after a prolong period of low rainfall. Note the exposed tree roots on the riverbank.

Bridge reflected in the River Leadon Bridge reflected in the River Leadon near Durbridge Mill.

Bridge reflected in the River Leadon

Bridge reflected in the River Leadon near Durbridge Mill.

Building at Durbridge Mill The remains of a round building at Durbridge Mill near Poolhill, not sure what its original purpose was.

Building at Durbridge Mill

The remains of a round building at Durbridge Mill near Poolhill, not sure what its original purpose was.

Former mill buildings Former mill buildings at Durbridge Mill beside the River Leadon.

Former mill buildings

Former mill buildings at Durbridge Mill beside the River Leadon.

Old millwheel, Durbridge Mill

Old millwheel, Durbridge Mill

Traditional farm buildings, Durbridge Mill Traditional red-brick farm buildings at Durbridge Mill.

Traditional farm buildings, Durbridge Mill

Traditional red-brick farm buildings at Durbridge Mill.

Road to Durbridge Mill Road to Durbridge Mill which appears now to be a farm.

Road to Durbridge Mill

Road to Durbridge Mill which appears now to be a farm.

A Gloucestershire Vineyard The Three Choirs Vineyard with the Malvern hills in the distance.

A Gloucestershire Vineyard

The Three Choirs Vineyard with the Malvern hills in the distance.

Plant Area at Three Shires The purple plants in the foreground are Osteospermum.

Plant Area at Three Shires

The purple plants in the foreground are Osteospermum.

Jonathan Billinger

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Pauntley is located at Grid Ref: SO7329 (Lat: 51.960116, Lng: -2.385636)

Administrative County: Gloucestershire

District: Forest of Dean

Police Authority: Gloucestershire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 51.960116,-2.385636

Bus Stop

Compton Court

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Bus Stop

Compton Court

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Bus Stop

Compton Green Nurseries

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Bus Stop

Compton Green Nurseries

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Naptan CommonName: Compton Green Nurseries

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Bus Stop

Compton Green Nurseries

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Bus Stop

Compton Green Nurseries

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Compton Green

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Source: OS_OpenData_StreetView

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Power: pole

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Compton Green

Power: pole

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The Bull Patch

Power: pole

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Elm Grove

Power: pole

Transformer: distribution

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Power: pole

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