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About Soudley Ponds
The ponds are a haven for wildlife and the surrounding paths are suitable for the less able and wheelchair users. A steep walk up the ridge takes you to the viewpoint overlooking the River Severn.
How to get there:
Soudley Ponds is in Forest Of Dean. Cinderford is the nearest town or village.
From the B4226 Cinderford to Coleford road, take the minor road through Ruspidge to Soudley (signposted to the Dean Heritage Centre). In the village of Soudley take the minor road to Littledean, finding the Soudley Ponds car park after ¾ of a mile on your right hand side.
OS Grid Reference: SO668114
For details of public transport visit http://www.transportdirect.info
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March
- Mocha Pottery Masterclass Wednesday 24 March 2010
Wednesday 15 September 2010
April
- Bushcraft Skills Wednesday 7 April 2010
Thursday 5 August 2010
May
- Bluebell Tour Thursday 6 May 2010
Tuesday 11 May 2010
Facilities:
Activities
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An unmarked all ability access path circles the lower pond. |
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Private fishing only |
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Soudley Ponds have SSSI status due to the alder carr which attracts many different varieties of invertebrates |
Contact:
Recreation Ranger01594 833057
e-mail: dean@forestry.gsi.gov.uk
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