Flaxley Wood
Flaxley Wood is located on the eastern side of the Forest of Dean in Gloucestershire, just outside the statutory Forest of Dean boundary. It is part of a broader managed landscape comprising broadleaved, coniferous and mixed woodland managed by Forestry England under the Haywood and Castiard Vale Forest Plan. The area contains ancient replanted woodland with veteran trees, coppice woodland, and unimproved grassland. St Anthony's Well, which may have been associated with Flaxley Abbey, is located in or near the wood.
Area: 150.5 ha
Region: Forest of Dean
Address: Flaxley Woods GL17, UK
Website: www.forestryengland.uk/forest-planning/haywood-and-castiard-vale-forest-plan
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As a working forest, visitors should be aware that forestry operations take place year-round and they may encounter vehicles, machinery, walkers and cyclists at any time.
Best for
Walking and horse-riding, with a 4-mile off-road circular route through Flaxley and Hope Wood mapped by the British Horse Society.
Wildlife
Various rare and protected species are found within the woodlands, including dormice and nightjar. The area has features of ecological, historical and geological importance.
History
St Anthony's Well, which may have been associated with Flaxley Abbey, is one of the county's most picturesque holy wells and is located in or near the wood.
Reviews
Always a nice walk, and bluebell time is particularly good.