Bishop's Barnets Wood

Wood, Forest in Monmouthshire

Wales

Bishop's Barnets Wood

B4235 near Coppice Mawr Credit: Colin Pyle

Bishop's Barnets Wood, located in Monmouthshire, Wales, is a charming woodland area renowned for its natural beauty and serene atmosphere. It covers a vast expanse of approximately 100 acres, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers alike.

The wood is primarily composed of a mixture of broadleaf trees, including oak, birch, beech, and ash, creating a diverse and vibrant ecosystem. It is home to a variety of wildlife, such as deer, badgers, foxes, and numerous bird species, making it a haven for wildlife enthusiasts and birdwatchers.

Visitors to Bishop's Barnets Wood can explore the network of well-maintained footpaths that wind through the woodland, offering breathtaking views and opportunities to connect with nature. The wood is particularly picturesque during spring, when an array of wildflowers bloom, adding bursts of color to the landscape.

Bishop's Barnets Wood also holds historical significance, as it is believed to have been part of a medieval deer park. The remnants of ancient earthworks and boundaries can still be seen today, adding an element of intrigue and heritage to the wood.

The wood is managed by local authorities who work diligently to preserve its natural beauty and protect its flora and fauna. Facilities within the wood include parking areas, picnic spots, and benches for visitors to relax and immerse themselves in the tranquility of the surroundings.

Overall, Bishop's Barnets Wood offers a captivating blend of natural beauty, wildlife, and history, providing an idyllic escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

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Bishop's Barnets Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.644394/-2.6981837 or Grid Reference ST5194. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

B4235 near Coppice Mawr

Colin Pyle

View from The Alcove in Alcove Wood

This is another welcome viewpoint on the Wye Valley Walk, just outside Chepstow and offers an excellent perspective on the castle, River Wye and the Lancaut peninsula.

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Chepstow Castle entrance

A very impressive statement of Norman power and a great feature in Chepstow town.

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Reaching the Winning Post, Chepstow Racecourse

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General view, Chepstow Racecourse

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Two paths through Castle Dell, Chepstow

Viewed from the Welsh Street side. Castle Dell is a parklike area adjacent to Chepstow Castle on the south bank of the River Wye. On the right is a drinking fountain. Link

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Path through Castle Dell, Chepstow

This is the central section of Castle Dell, which was opened to the public in 1886 when the Duke of Beaufort leased it to the town for one shilling a year. Faintly visible in the background is Chepstow Castle, on the south bank of the River Wye.

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SW corner of Chepstow Castle

Viewed from Castle Dell.

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Southern wall of Chepstow Castle

Part of the long southern wall, viewed from Castle Dell.

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Stone seat, Castle Dell, Chepstow

On the left side of the path through Castle Dell is a stone seat made by stonemason John Hobbs to mark the diamond jubilee of Queen Victoria in 1897.

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Southern end of Wye Valley Walk, Chepstow

The large stone Link next to an information board in Castle Dell marks the southern end of the 136 mile Wye Valley Walk.

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Plaque on stone at southern end of Wye Valley Walk, Chepstow

The plaque, in Welsh and English, records that the stone Link to which it is fixed, is from Plynlimon, near the source of the River Wye. It marks the southern end of the 136 mile (219 km) Wye Valley Walk. The Wye empties into the Severn at Beachley Point, about 4 kilometres to the SSE.

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Former Chepstow Board School

Set back from the east side of Bridge Street is the former Chepstow Board School which opened in 1878. The school, for girls and infants, was constructed by local builder Cuthbert Whalley for Chepstow School Board. The Elementary Education Act of 1870 required the provision of a school place for every child aged from 5 to 12. Locally elected committees (School Boards) were empowered to build additional schools if needed.

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Former Glance Back shop, Chepstow

Located on the corner of Middle Street and Upper Church Street, viewed from Bridge Street. The shop closed on October 31st 2004, when the owners decided to focus entirely on an Internet presence. Glance Back had opened here in 1983, dealing in antiquarian and secondhand books, and a variety of collectables such as stamps, banknotes, coins, tokens, medals and badges.

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