Woolaston Wood

Wood, Forest in Gloucestershire Forest of Dean

England

Woolaston Wood

Flush Bracket on Trig Pillar
Flush Bracket on Trig Pillar Credit: Clive Perrin

Woolaston Wood is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Gloucestershire, England. Situated near the village of Woolaston, the wood covers an area of approximately 70 acres and is known for its diverse range of flora and fauna.

The wood is predominantly made up of broadleaf trees, including oak, beech, and ash, which create a dense canopy overhead, providing a habitat for a variety of woodland birds such as woodpeckers, thrushes, and owls. The forest floor is covered with a rich carpet of bluebells, wild garlic, and ferns, making it a popular spot for nature enthusiasts and photographers, particularly during the spring season when the woodland bursts into a riot of colors.

Woolaston Wood is crisscrossed by several footpaths and trails, allowing visitors to explore its natural beauty. The paths meander through the wood, taking hikers past ancient trees and tranquil ponds, providing a serene and peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

The wood is also home to a diverse range of wildlife, including deer, foxes, badgers, and squirrels. It is not uncommon to spot these creatures during a leisurely stroll through the woods, adding to the charm and allure of Woolaston Wood.

Overall, Woolaston Wood is a hidden gem in Gloucestershire, offering a serene and tranquil environment for nature lovers to explore and appreciate the beauty of the English countryside.

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Woolaston Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.698171/-2.6264915 or Grid Reference SO5600. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Flush Bracket on Trig Pillar
Flush Bracket on Trig Pillar
Trig Pillar Tidenham Park
Trig Pillar Tidenham Park
Animal Pound Tidenham  Park
Animal Pound Tidenham Park
Miss Graces Lane This lane borders "The Park", an area of woodland and heathland.
Miss Graces Lane
This lane borders "The Park", an area of woodland and heathland.
Old lime kilns at Ash Grove Former lime kilns at the edge of a shallow quarry next to Miss Grace's Lane.
Old lime kilns at Ash Grove
Former lime kilns at the edge of a shallow quarry next to Miss Grace's Lane.
Trig Point 217m Now largely surrounded by small trees and scrub, this OS trig point was probably erected when the view around was clear. The Severn estuary can be glimpsed in the distance.
Trig Point 217m
Now largely surrounded by small trees and scrub, this OS trig point was probably erected when the view around was clear. The Severn estuary can be glimpsed in the distance.
House at Park Hill View across pasture land with the backdrop of Burnt Plantation.
House at Park Hill
View across pasture land with the backdrop of Burnt Plantation.
Pastoral scene to the mighty Severn View from Park Hill Road over High Woolaston.
Pastoral scene to the mighty Severn
View from Park Hill Road over High Woolaston.
Part of the Forestry Commission car park at The Park near Tidenham Chase Information boards and waymarked paths abound. Nice starting point for several walks locally.
Part of the Forestry Commission car park at The Park near Tidenham Chase
Information boards and waymarked paths abound. Nice starting point for several walks locally.
Heathland path near Poor's Allotment Heath and scrubland on a slightly dismal summer morning.
Heathland path near Poor's Allotment
Heath and scrubland on a slightly dismal summer morning.
Track into woodland off Rosemary Lane A barrier prevents unwelcome vehicular access.
Track into woodland off Rosemary Lane
A barrier prevents unwelcome vehicular access.
Path on Poor's Allotment A slightly autumnal August morning sets off the scene on this area of grassland and scrub.
Path on Poor's Allotment
A slightly autumnal August morning sets off the scene on this area of grassland and scrub.
Old cottage bungalow near Tidenham Chase The name is 'The Haven'. It must have been just that when newly built.
Old cottage bungalow near Tidenham Chase
The name is 'The Haven'. It must have been just that when newly built.
Old trig point in The Park Partly obscured by the scrub.
Old trig point in The Park
Partly obscured by the scrub.
Muddy field entrance at Sheepcot Farm
Muddy field entrance at Sheepcot Farm
Double track at Sheepcot Farm
Double track at Sheepcot Farm
Footpath to Devil's Pulpit from Miss Grace's Lane
Footpath to Devil's Pulpit from Miss Grace's Lane
Looking towards small lake, surrounded by trees, off Miss Grace's Lane
Looking towards small lake, surrounded by trees, off Miss Grace's Lane
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Woolaston Wood is located at Grid Ref: SO5600 (Lat: 51.698171, Lng: -2.6264915)

Administrative County: Gloucestershire

District: Forest of Dean

Police Authority: Gloucestershire

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Located within 500m of 51.698171,-2.6264915
Woolaston Slade
Is In: Gloucestershire, England, UK
Place: hamlet
Lat/Long: 51.6980898/-2.6207704
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