Dymock Woods

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About Dymock Woods

An Ancient Woodland Site of 506 hectares (1214 acres) approximately half of this area is conifer, mainly Norway Spruce and Douglas Fir. The remainder of the wood comprises broad-leaved trees, largely Oak and Beech. The woods are noted for their show of spring flowers, in particular the Wild Daffodils. The whole area is home to a variety of plants and animals, both common and rare. Particularly rich in fauna and flora are the Nature reserves within the woods, namely the SSSI and ASNW (Ancient Semi-natural Woodland).

How to get there:

Dymock Woods is part of Hereford Woodlands. Newent and Ross-On-Wye are the nearest towns or villages.

The M50 bisects this wood and two minor roads allow access through the woods from the motorway junction 3. Take the B4221 towards Kilcot and then follow signs towards Kempley. This road will take you through the woods. Nearest railway stations are at Ledbury or Gloucester.

OS Grid Reference: SO678284
For details of public transport visit http://www.transportdirect.info

Start your visit from:

Queens Wood Carpark

Other places to go in Hereford Woodlands

Haugh Woods

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Contact:

Forest Of Dean Recreation Ranger

01594 833057
e-mail: dean@forestry.gsi.gov.uk

User Comments

5 Stars
Long walk today with the dogs. Wonderful - it is a beautiful place & I have visited it many times before. I am concerned that when the Government sells it off all this will change. What incentive will there be for a new owner to have my interests at heart and maintain it with recreation in mind? I hope that such short-sightedness by our so-called representatives at Westminster does not harm such places to the communities' mutual benefit. Long may my dogs enjoy their walks there■

Dave Thorp, 30/Jan/2011

5 Stars
viseted woods easter sunday, daffodils and anemones were breath taking,we did an hours walk, all paths well maintained, we felt privalaged to be able to use this facility, and humbled by its sheer beauty looking forward to the bluebells, i have pictures of them but need to see them myself

rosemary satchwell, 5/Apr/2010

5 Stars
Great walks, really quiet as long as you keep away from the M50 :)

John Ireland, 13/Apr/2009

Please tell us about your visit

Please email us at dean@forestry.gsi.gov.uk if you have an enquiry or would like a reply to your comments.

What's of interest

Dymock Wood Conservation Volunteers carry out light work every Thursday from October to March and occasional surveys during the summer. If you are interested in helping out the team, please contact Kate Wollen (conservation ranger) on 01594 833057. No experience or skills necessary, just enthusiasm.

PLEASE NOTE SNOW/ICY CONDITIONS ON SITE