Vallets Wood

Wood, Forest in Gloucestershire Forest of Dean

England

Vallets Wood

A pithead mine wheel A pithead mine wheel at Hopewell Colliery Museum.
A pithead mine wheel Credit: Philip Halling

Vallets Wood is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Gloucestershire, England. Covering an area of approximately 100 acres, it is nestled in the heart of the Forest of Dean, renowned for its natural beauty and rich biodiversity.

The wood is predominantly composed of native broadleaf trees, including oak, beech, and birch, which create a dense canopy overhead, providing shade and shelter for a variety of wildlife. The forest floor is carpeted with a vibrant array of wildflowers, such as bluebells and primroses, which bloom in the spring, adding a burst of color to the woodland.

Vallets Wood is intersected by a meandering stream, which further enhances its scenic charm. The gentle babbling of the water attracts a diverse range of bird species, including kingfishers, herons, and woodpeckers, making it a haven for birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts.

The woodland offers numerous walking trails, allowing visitors to explore its beauty and tranquility. These pathways wind through the trees, providing glimpses of enchanting glades and secluded clearings. The wood is also home to a variety of wildlife, including deer, foxes, and squirrels, which can often be spotted darting amongst the undergrowth.

Vallets Wood is a popular destination for locals and tourists alike, offering a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Its natural beauty and diverse ecosystem make it a haven for those seeking solace in nature, and a testament to the stunning landscapes found in the Gloucestershire countryside.

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Vallets Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.805273/-2.5702231 or Grid Reference SO6012. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

A pithead mine wheel A pithead mine wheel at Hopewell Colliery Museum.
A pithead mine wheel
A pithead mine wheel at Hopewell Colliery Museum.
Hopewell Colliery Museum In the winter Hopewell Colliery is a working mine, in the summer it is a tourist attraction offering underground tours of the mine.
Hopewell Colliery Museum
In the winter Hopewell Colliery is a working mine, in the summer it is a tourist attraction offering underground tours of the mine.
Speech House Road The A4136, Speech House Road approaching the staggered crossroad at its junction with the B4234.
Speech House Road
The A4136, Speech House Road approaching the staggered crossroad at its junction with the B4234.
Cannop Villas Cannop Villas were built in the years just before the outbreak of World War I.
Cannop Villas
Cannop Villas were built in the years just before the outbreak of World War I.
Cannop Villas Cannop Villas were built in the years just before the outbreak of World War I.
Cannop Villas
Cannop Villas were built in the years just before the outbreak of World War I.
Cycle bridge Cycle bridge crossing New Road, the B4234.
Cycle bridge
Cycle bridge crossing New Road, the B4234.
Forest of Dean Sculpture Trail Stained glass window at Forest of Dean Sculpture Trail
Forest of Dean Sculpture Trail
Stained glass window at Forest of Dean Sculpture Trail
Speech House Hotel Car Park, Forest of Dean
Speech House Hotel Car Park, Forest of Dean
Yasasin, Forest of Dean Sculpture Trail
Yasasin, Forest of Dean Sculpture Trail
Soil Unsoiled, Forest of Dean Sculpture Trail
Soil Unsoiled, Forest of Dean Sculpture Trail
Forest of Dean Sculpture Trail
Forest of Dean Sculpture Trail
Lime tree, Forest of Dean One of the many specimen trees in the Cyril Hart Arboretum.
Lime tree, Forest of Dean
One of the many specimen trees in the Cyril Hart Arboretum.
A stand of Redwood trees, Forest of Dean A group of trees in the Cyril Hart Arboretum.
A stand of Redwood trees, Forest of Dean
A group of trees in the Cyril Hart Arboretum.
White Gates Paths and tracks in all directions
White Gates
Paths and tracks in all directions
Forest ride
Forest ride
Old railway junction
Old railway junction
Sallowvallets track
Sallowvallets track
Northern end of Speech House Lake
Northern end of Speech House Lake
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Vallets Wood is located at Grid Ref: SO6012 (Lat: 51.805273, Lng: -2.5702231)

Administrative County: Gloucestershire

District: Forest of Dean

Police Authority: Gloucestershire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 51.805273,-2.5702231
Bus Stop
Cannop Crossroads
Naptan AtcoCode: 1600GL9049
Naptan Bearing: E
Naptan CommonName: Cannop Crossroads
Naptan NaptanCode: gloagmga
Naptan Street: Speech House Rd
Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 51.8014244/-2.5687874
Bus Stop
Cannop Crossroads
Naptan AtcoCode: 1600GL9050
Naptan Bearing: W
Naptan CommonName: Cannop Crossroads
Naptan NaptanCode: gloagmdw
Naptan Street: Speech House Rd
Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 51.8012436/-2.5689881
Crossing
Crossing: unmarked
Lat/Long: 51.8020865/-2.5665166
Pygmy Pinetum
Shop: garden_centre
Lat/Long: 51.8015258/-2.5696778
Give Way
Direction: backward
Lat/Long: 51.8012863/-2.5691642
Give Way
Direction: backward
Lat/Long: 51.8011875/-2.5692527
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 51.808298/-2.5751473
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 51.8084033/-2.5738759
Cannop Bottom
Place: locality
Lat/Long: 51.8012345/-2.5727178
Cannop
Place: hamlet
Lat/Long: 51.8012645/-2.5692318
Post Box
Operator: Royal Mail
Post Box Type: lamp
Ref: GL16 51D
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
Lat/Long: 51.8020844/-2.5691807
Wimberry Branch Junction
Historic Railway: junction
Railway: site
Lat/Long: 51.8061617/-2.5660226
Speech House Road
Historic Railway: station
Railway: site
Wikidata: Q7575372
Wikipedia: en:Speech House Road railway station
Lat/Long: 51.8018958/-2.5664074
Trailhead
Pump Track
Lat/Long: 51.8089585/-2.5730981
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