Beechenhurst in Forest of Dean

Woodspring Group

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Overview

The Forest of Dean contains some of our loveliest woodlands but it is surprising how much of what we see is linked to the forest’s industrial heritage. We will be passing the site of a colliery, a disused mineral railway and the ponds that were used to power the ironworks. All hidden by woodland, plantation, wetland, heathland and a beautiful lake.

Coffee & lunch stops.

Sunday, 17 November 2024

Start time:: 9:45 am
Estimated finish time:: 3:00 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 15.3km / 9.5mi
Ascent:: 228.6m / 750ft
Type:: circular

Please inform the leader if you intend going on this walk.

Features

Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:: SO 59599 11701
Nearest postcode:: GL16 7EG
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Start time:: 9:45 am

Beechenhurst Visitor Centre B4226

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