Cinderford
Settlement in Gloucestershire Forest of Dean
England
Cinderford
Cinderford is a small town located in the Forest of Dean district of Gloucestershire, England. Situated on the eastern edge of the Forest, it lies about 20 miles west of Gloucester and 15 miles east of Monmouth. With a population of approximately 8,400 people, Cinderford has a close-knit community feel.
Historically, Cinderford was a prominent mining and industrial town, known for its iron and coal mines. However, following the decline of the mining industry in the mid-20th century, the town has undergone significant regeneration and transformation.
Today, Cinderford offers a mix of traditional and modern amenities. The town center boasts a range of shops, supermarkets, cafes, and restaurants, catering to the needs of the local residents. There are also several schools, healthcare facilities, and recreational areas, including the Forest of Dean College and the Forest of Dean Sculpture Trail.
Nature lovers will appreciate the town's proximity to the picturesque Forest of Dean, which offers stunning woodland walks, cycling trails, and wildlife spotting opportunities. The area is also known for its rich mining heritage, with several attractions such as the Dean Heritage Centre showcasing the town's history.
Transport links are relatively good, with regular bus services connecting Cinderford to nearby towns and villages. The A48 road provides easy access to Gloucester and the M5 motorway, making it convenient for commuters.
Overall, Cinderford is a charming town that combines its industrial past with natural beauty, offering residents a peaceful and friendly place to call home.
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Cinderford Images
Images are sourced within 2km of 51.824346/-2.49919 or Grid Reference SO6514. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.
Cycleway and former railway
Cycleway and former railway trackbed passing through Crabtreehill Plantation in the Forest of Dean.
Site of Foxes Bridge Colliery
Former railway track and now a cycleway passing through the site of Foxes Bridge Colliery. Trees have been felled since I last photographed this site just over seven years ago SO6313 : Foxes Bridge Colliery.
Site of Foxes Bridge Colliery
The site of Foxes Bridge Colliery viewed from a former railway track and now cycleway.
Site of Foxes Bridge Colliery
Former railway track and now a cycleway passing through the site of Foxes Bridge Colliery.
Cycleway passing through Crabtreehill Plantation
Cycleway on a former railway trackbed passing through Crabtreehill Plantation.
Cycleway near Dilke Hospital
Cycleway and former railway trackbed near Dilke Hospital in the Forest of Dean.
Remains of Foxes Bridge Colliery near Cinderford
Some large lumps of masonry adjoining a cycle trail through the site. There are other interesting foundations and the remains of a pumping bob nearby but they do take a little hunting for.
Junction of tracks near the site of Foxes Bridge Colliery
The crossing track is a family cycle way. The houses in the distance are in Cinderford
Site of Foxes Bridge Colliery
The cycle way passing through behind the large lump of masonry is on the track bed of a former railway serving the colliery. There are quite a few remains in the undergrowth including an inverted tee bob from a pumping engine.
Commemorative Plate, Cinderford
On the wall of a house where Market and Victoria Streets concatenate.
Grade II Listed, details Link
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Inscription:
V (crown) R
This road for the distance
of 1100 ↢ yards was made
at the expense of the crown
for the benefit of the
inhabitants and district
1897 - 8
E.Stafford Howard Esq
Commissioner
Philip Baylis Esq
Dep Surveyor
Milestone Society National ID: GL_CIND05cm
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Inscription:
V (crown) R
This road for the distance
of 1100 ↢ yards was made
at the expense of the crown
for the benefit of the
inhabitants and district
1897 - 8
E.Stafford Howard Esq
Commissioner
Philip Baylis Esq
Dep Surveyor
Milestone Society National ID: GL_CIND05cm
Old Boundary Stone, Littledean Hill
In the private garden of "Oak Ridge" in the Ruffitt. An original 1832 Forest of Dean boundary marker.
Inscription: D.F / 1832 / Nᴼ. 209
Milestone Society National ID: GL_DFCINLIT209em
Boundary Stone, Cinderford
On the corner of Littledean Hill Road, and the chamfered corner of the former Royal Forrester pub. Technically on private land but effectively just off the road.
The context view of the ex pub is SO6614 : Former Royal Forester, Cinderford
Inscription: D.F / 2008 / Nᴼ. 211
Milestone Society National ID: GL_DFCINLIT211em
Boundary Stone, Cinderford
In the High Street where the line of the row of shops kinks, near the pedestrian crossing.
Inscription: D.F / 2010 / Nᴼ. 213
Milestone Society National ID: GL_DFCIND213em
Boundary Stone, Littledean Hill
On the Southern side of the road (the Ruffitt) in the driveway of "Stone Cottage".
Inscription: D.F / 2015 / Nᴼ. 210
Milestone Society National ID: GL_DFCINLIT210em
Boundary Stone, Denton's Corner
In the junction of the A4151 Elton Road with the Slad and Greenway. In the parish of Littledean near Littledean Jail.
Inscription: D.F / 2011 / Nᴼ. 204
Milestone Society National ID: GL_DFLITT204em
Cinderford is located at Grid Ref: SO6514 (Lat: 51.824346, Lng: -2.49919)
Administrative County: Gloucestershire
District: Forest of Dean
Police Authority: Gloucestershire
What 3 Words
///lordship.washed.attending. Near Cinderford, Gloucestershire
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Nearby Amenities
Located within 500m of 51.824346,-2.49919Cinderford
Is In: Gloucestershire, England, UK
Place: town
Postal Code: GL14
Wikidata: Q1242795
Wikipedia: en:Cinderford
Lat/Long: 51.8244586/-2.4984934
Cinderford New
Historic Railway: station
Railway: site
Wikidata: Q5120447
Wikipedia: en:Cinderford New railway station
Lat/Long: 51.8246295/-2.5063043
Bus Stop
Library
Naptan AtcoCode: 1600GL1207
Naptan Bearing: NW
Naptan CommonName: Library
Naptan Indicator: Opp
Naptan NaptanCode: gloajmtg
Naptan Street: Belle Vue Rd
Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 51.8234332/-2.4978657
Bus Stop
Library
Naptan AtcoCode: 1600GL1208
Naptan Bearing: SE
Naptan CommonName: Library
Naptan NaptanCode: gloajmtj
Naptan Street: Belle Vue Rd
Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 51.823604/-2.4978676
Bus Stop
Flaxley St
Naptan AtcoCode: 1600GL1217
Naptan Bearing: S
Naptan CommonName: Flaxley St
Naptan NaptanCode: gloajmgt
Naptan Street: Church Rd
Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 51.8200584/-2.5006867
Bus Stop
Bus Station
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 1600GL1220
Naptan Bearing: E
Naptan CommonName: County Store
Naptan NaptanCode: gloajmwd
Naptan Street: Off Dockham Rd
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 51.8238768/-2.4971451
Bus Stop
Dockham Rd
Naptan AtcoCode: 1600GL1235
Naptan Bearing: NE
Naptan CommonName: Dockham Rd
Naptan NaptanCode: gloajpag
Naptan Street: Meadow Rd
Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 51.8239272/-2.4937214
Bus Stop
Dockham Rd
Naptan AtcoCode: 1600GL1236
Naptan Bearing: SW
Naptan CommonName: Dockham Rd
Naptan NaptanCode: gloajpaj
Naptan Street: Meadow Rd
Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 51.8231732/-2.494491
Bus Stop
Triangle HSBC Bank
Naptan AtcoCode: 1600GL1253
Naptan Bearing: S
Naptan CommonName: Triangle HSBC Bank
Naptan NaptanCode: gloajmjt
Naptan Street: Market St
Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 51.8241902/-2.4995572
Bus Stop
College Rd
Naptan AtcoCode: 1600GL1257
Naptan Bearing: SW
Naptan CommonName: College Rd
Naptan Indicator: Opp
Naptan NaptanCode: gloajmgj
Naptan Street: Victoria St
Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 51.8218804/-2.5014469
Bus Stop
College Rd
Naptan AtcoCode: 1600GL1258
Naptan Bearing: NE
Naptan CommonName: College Rd
Naptan NaptanCode: gloajmgm
Naptan Street: Victoria St
Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 51.8220245/-2.5013904
Bus Stop
Car Park
Naptan AtcoCode: 1600GL1585
Naptan Bearing: SW
Naptan CommonName: Car Park
Naptan NaptanCode: gloajmdg
Naptan Street: Elmdene
Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 51.8281605/-2.5025904
Bus Stop
Car Park
Naptan AtcoCode: 1600GL1586
Naptan Bearing: NE
Naptan CommonName: Car Park
Naptan Indicator: Opp
Naptan NaptanCode: gloajmda
Naptan Street: Elmdene
Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 51.8282502/-2.5026349
Bus Stop
Beechdean
Naptan AtcoCode: 1600GL335
Naptan Bearing: SW
Naptan CommonName: Beechdean
Naptan Indicator: Opp
Naptan NaptanCode: gloajgtp
Naptan Street: Denecroft
Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 51.8263547/-2.5043406
Bus Stop
Beechdean
Naptan AtcoCode: 1600GL336
Naptan Bearing: NE
Naptan CommonName: Beechdean
Naptan NaptanCode: gloajgtm
Naptan Street: Denecroft
Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 51.8264264/-2.5043994
Bus Stop
The Keelings
Naptan AtcoCode: 1600GL4420
Naptan Bearing: E
Naptan CommonName: The Keelings
Naptan NaptanCode: gloajgmg
Naptan Street: Station St
Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 51.8241008/-2.5057664
Bus Stop
Triangle DIY Shop
Naptan AtcoCode: 1600GL5839
Naptan Bearing: N
Naptan CommonName: Triangle DIY Shop
Naptan NaptanCode: gloajmjm
Naptan Street: Market St
Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 51.8246211/-2.4997216
Bus Stop
Triangle school stop
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 1600GL5840
Naptan Bearing: SE
Naptan CommonName: Triangle
Naptan Indicator: Opp
Naptan NaptanCode: gloajmpd
Naptan Street: High St
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 51.8248381/-2.4994338
Bus Stop
St Stephen's Church
Naptan AtcoCode: 1600GLF185
Naptan Bearing: NW
Naptan CommonName: St Stephen's Church
Naptan Indicator: Opp
Naptan NaptanCode: gloajmwg
Naptan Street: Belle Vue Rd
Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 51.8217579/-2.4964254
Bus Stop
St Stephen's Church
Naptan AtcoCode: 1600GLF186
Naptan Bearing: SE
Naptan CommonName: St Stephen's Church
Naptan NaptanCode: gloajmwj
Naptan Street: Belle Vue Rd
Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 51.8217136/-2.4962653
Bus Stop
Lidl Store
Naptan AtcoCode: 1600GLF187
Naptan Bearing: NW
Naptan CommonName: Lidl Store
Naptan NaptanCode: gloajmgw
Naptan Street: High St
Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 51.82646/-2.5007432
Bus Stop
Lidl Store
Naptan AtcoCode: 1600GLF188
Naptan Bearing: SE
Naptan CommonName: Lidl Store
Naptan NaptanCode: gloajmja
Naptan Street: High St
Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 51.8264336/-2.5005978
Bus Stop
Parragate Rd
Naptan AtcoCode: 1600GLF263
Naptan Bearing: S
Naptan CommonName: Parragate Rd
Naptan NaptanCode: gloajgpj
Naptan Street: Station Terrace
Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 51.8251015/-2.5051392
Bus Stop
Parragate Rd
Naptan AtcoCode: 1600GLF264
Naptan Bearing: N
Naptan CommonName: Parragate Rd
Naptan Indicator: Opp
Naptan NaptanCode: gloajgpg
Naptan Street: Station Terrace
Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 51.825281/-2.5052137
Bus Stop
Baptist Church
Naptan AtcoCode: 1600GLF285
Naptan Bearing: S
Naptan CommonName: Baptist Church
Naptan Indicator: Opp
Naptan NaptanCode: gloajmjg
Naptan Street: Commercial St
Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 51.8220028/-2.5001569
Cinema
The Palace
Phone: +44 1594 822555
Website: https://cinderpal.com/
Wikidata: Q41487009
Lat/Long: 51.8234381/-2.4980644
Post Office
Cinderford Post Office
Addr City: Cinderford
Addr Country: GB
Addr Postcode: GL14 2AQ
Addr Street: Dockham Road
Opening Hours: Mo-Fr 09:00-17:30; Sa 09:00-14:00; Su 10:00-16:00
Ref Pol Id: 22719
Wheelchair: yes
Lat/Long: 51.8241514/-2.496605
Bicycle Parking
Access: permissive
Bicycle Parking: stands
Capacity: 3
Covered: no
Lat/Long: 51.8248746/-2.499702
Cinderford War Memorial
Defibrillator
Access: yes
Description: Phone 999 for code to unlock the cabinet
Emergency: defibrillator
Opening Hours: 24/7
Ref GB The Circuit: 937A08BB-0DEB-44B7-944B-AD2100F5F9CF
Lat/Long: 51.8245217/-2.4995547
Denecroft
Fixme: Best of luck to the mapper adding house numbers. Blocks of housing have a name (such as 'Hollydene') and all the houses around the block are numbered. Thus houses on opposite sides of a road may have a different address as it's an area Not a streetname!
Place: neighbourhood
Lat/Long: 51.8265469/-2.5048777
Crossing
Crossing: uncontrolled
Crossing Ref: zebra
Lat/Long: 51.8239655/-2.4985934
Crossing
Crossing: uncontrolled
Crossing Ref: zebra
Lat/Long: 51.8250517/-2.4997213
Post Box
Operator: Royal Mail
Post Box Type: lamp
Lat/Long: 51.8283004/-2.5017205
Fast Food
Sea Fresh
Cuisine: fish_and_chips
Lat/Long: 51.8240784/-2.4986592
Costcutter
Betfred
Fast Food
Cinderford Kebab & Pizza
Cuisine: kebab
Lat/Long: 51.8240263/-2.4989671
Boots
Age UK
The Original Factory Shop
Shop: variety_store
Lat/Long: 51.8248861/-2.499816
Restaurant
lotus
Cuisine: chinese
Takeaway: yes
Lat/Long: 51.824234/-2.4992219
Picture House
Addr City: Cinderford
Addr Housenumber: 1
Addr Postcode: GL14 2AA
Addr Street: Belle Vue Road
Contact Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rippingyarns.uk
Shop: art
Lat/Long: 51.8236823/-2.4982156
The Locksmiths & Security Centre
Shop: locksmith
Lat/Long: 51.8236198/-2.4981521
Dentist
My Dentist
Brand: My Dentist
Brand Wikidata: Q65118035
Contact Website: https://www.mydentist.co.uk/dentists/practices/england/south-west-england/cinderford/26-market-street
Healthcare: dentist
Lat/Long: 51.8237271/-2.4997855
Cinderford Stores
Brand: Premier
Brand Wikidata: Q7240340
Operator: Premier
Shop: convenience
Lat/Long: 51.8238407/-2.4997719
Ibiza Sun
Leisure: tanning_salon
Shop: beauty
Lat/Long: 51.8254141/-2.5000747
Restaurant
Curry Leaf
Cuisine: indian
Takeaway: yes
Lat/Long: 51.8253574/-2.4998332
Sue Ryder
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 51.8229591/-2.5034022
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 51.8230553/-2.5034237
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 51.8243932/-2.502088
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 51.8252585/-2.4999931
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 51.8250778/-2.4964339
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 51.8255437/-2.4974853
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 51.8250281/-2.4940977
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 51.8260128/-2.4927378
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 51.826046/-2.4925366
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 51.8272893/-2.4958706
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 51.8261305/-2.5055319
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 51.8259183/-2.5030884
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 51.8255271/-2.5014228
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 51.825174/-2.501471
Telephone
Post Box
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 16:30; Sa 12:00
Operator: Royal Mail
Post Box Design: type_k
Post Box Type: pillar
Ref: GL14 155
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
Lat/Long: 51.8238609/-2.4969154
Defibrillator
Access: yes
Booth: K6
Covered: booth
Defibrillator Location: inside old red phone box at junction of Edge Hills Road and Westfield Road, Cinderford
Disused Amenity: telephone
Emergency: defibrillator
Man Made: telephone_box
Lat/Long: 51.8261382/-2.4960721
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