Old Hills Wood

Wood, Forest in Gloucestershire Forest of Dean

England

Old Hills Wood

View From Highbury Woods To Lower Redbrook
View From Highbury Woods Credit: Deborah Tilley

Old Hills Wood is a picturesque forest located in Gloucestershire, England. Spanning over a vast area, this wood is renowned for its natural beauty and rich biodiversity. It is situated on the slopes of the Malvern Hills, offering visitors stunning panoramic views of the surrounding landscape.

The woodland is predominantly made up of deciduous trees, including oak, beech, and ash, which create a dense canopy overhead. This provides a cool and tranquil atmosphere, perfect for those seeking a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. The forest floor is covered with a carpet of wildflowers and ferns, adding to its enchanting charm.

Old Hills Wood is home to a diverse range of wildlife, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and birdwatchers alike. Visitors may be lucky enough to spot deer, foxes, badgers, and a variety of bird species such as woodpeckers, owls, and finches. The forest is also home to a number of rare and protected species, including the lesser spotted woodpecker and the dormouse.

In addition to its natural beauty, Old Hills Wood offers a range of recreational activities for visitors. There are several well-maintained walking trails that wind through the forest, allowing visitors to explore its hidden corners and discover its hidden gems. The wood is also a popular spot for picnics, with designated areas providing the perfect setting for families and friends to enjoy a day out in nature.

Overall, Old Hills Wood is a captivating forest that showcases the beauty of Gloucestershire's natural landscape. Whether you are a nature lover, an avid hiker, or simply seeking a peaceful retreat, this woodland is sure to leave a lasting impression.

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Old Hills Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.789223/-2.664593 or Grid Reference SO5410. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

View From Highbury Woods To Lower Redbrook
View From Highbury Woods
To Lower Redbrook
Bridge Over The River Wye Connecting Lower Redbrook to the lovely Boat Inn!
Bridge Over The River Wye
Connecting Lower Redbrook to the lovely Boat Inn!
Boat Inn Near Redbrook A lovely looking place. Sadly we were there before opening time
Boat Inn Near Redbrook
A lovely looking place. Sadly we were there before opening time
A Line Of Land Rovers In Redbrook A fine display of all ages
A Line Of Land Rovers In Redbrook
A fine display of all ages
Newland Almshouses With the magnificent cross in the foreground
Newland Almshouses
With the magnificent cross in the foreground
The Ostrich, Newland An ancient inn from the 17th century. Many of the occupants of the centuries old graves opposite could well have drunk there!
The Ostrich, Newland
An ancient inn from the 17th century. Many of the occupants of the centuries old graves opposite could well have drunk there!
Newland Parish Church The 'cathedral of the forest'
Newland Parish Church
The 'cathedral of the forest'
Redbrook, Wye Valley A view of Redbrook on a misty morning, taken with a medium format Mamiya twin lens camera.
Redbrook, Wye Valley
A view of Redbrook on a misty morning, taken with a medium format Mamiya twin lens camera.
On the Wye Valley Walk below Lone Lane, Penallt Great walking.
On the Wye Valley Walk below Lone Lane, Penallt
Great walking.
Totem Pole above the Wye Valley Wow, a seven tier totem pole no less.
Totem Pole above the Wye Valley
Wow, a seven tier totem pole no less.
Property above the River Wye Here is one I took earlier, in 2012 <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3048988" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3048988">Link</a>
Property above the River Wye
Here is one I took earlier, in 2012 Link
Pasture off Lone Lane below Penallt Nice tree, shady for stock on a summer day. Here it is in use <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3048964" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3048964">Link</a>
Pasture off Lone Lane below Penallt
Nice tree, shady for stock on a summer day. Here it is in use Link
Boat Inn - 1983
Boat Inn - 1983
Redbrook Bridge - 1983
Redbrook Bridge - 1983
Way north out of Newland
Way north out of Newland
Newland churchyard, south side Newland was a failed mediaeval new borough and the way houses face formally on to the churchyard is a remnant of its planning.  The south side, Almshouses Road seen here, is the most formal and also partly screens the grandest view.  The Lecturage on the left, the Jones Almshouses to the right.
Newland churchyard, south side
Newland was a failed mediaeval new borough and the way houses face formally on to the churchyard is a remnant of its planning. The south side, Almshouses Road seen here, is the most formal and also partly screens the grandest view. The Lecturage on the left, the Jones Almshouses to the right.
Newland looking south Past Birchamp Cottage and the Ostrich Inn to the Dower House, most of this range faces the churchyard from the east.
Newland looking south
Past Birchamp Cottage and the Ostrich Inn to the Dower House, most of this range faces the churchyard from the east.
Cottages on the north side of Newland churchyard
Cottages on the north side of Newland churchyard
Show me another place!

Old Hills Wood is located at Grid Ref: SO5410 (Lat: 51.789223, Lng: -2.664593)

Administrative County: Gloucestershire

District: Forest of Dean

Police Authority: Gloucestershire

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