Welcome to Flaxley

Flaxley is a small village located in the Forest of Dean district of Gloucestershire, England. The village is situated on the banks of the River Severn and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. Flaxley is known for its historic church, which dates back to the 12th century. The church is dedicated to St. Mary and is a Grade I listed building. It features a Norman doorway, a 14th-century tower, and a 15th-century nave.

Flaxley is also home to Flaxley Abbey, a former Cistercian monastery that was founded in the 12th century. The abbey was dissolved in the 16th century and the buildings were converted into a private residence. Today, the abbey is a popular tourist attraction and is open to the public for guided tours. Visitors can explore the abbey's beautiful gardens and learn about its fascinating history.

In addition to its historic landmarks, Flaxley is also known for its scenic walks and outdoor activities. The village is surrounded by miles of beautiful countryside, including the Forest of Dean and the River Severn. Visitors can enjoy hiking, cycling, fishing, and boating in the area. Flaxley is a charming village that offers a unique blend of history, natural beauty, and outdoor adventure.

Local Schools

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Littledean Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Hayley Mcgoldrick	Church Street Littledean Cinderford Gloucestershire GL14 3NL 01594822171 School Website
Forest View Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Ben Lyons	Latimer Road Cinderford Gloucestershire GL14 2QA 01594822241 School Website
The Forest High School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Miss Alan Dane	Causeway Road Cinderford Gloucestershire GL14 2AZ 01594822257 School Website
Westbury On Severn Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Anna-Mai Armstrong	The Village Westbury On Severn Gloucestershire GL14 1PA 01452760303 School Website
Newnham St Peters Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Guy Phillips	Station Road Newnham Gloucestershire GL14 1AT 01594516208 School Website
Dene Magna School Academy Converter Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mr Stephen Brady	Abenhall Road Mitcheldean Gloucestershire GL17 0DU 01594542370 School Website
Mitcheldean Endowed Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Kathryn Oshun	Hawker Hill Mitcheldean Gloucestershire GL17 0BS 01594542240 School Website
St Whites Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Clare Tilling	Sneyd Wood Road Cinderford Gloucestershire GL14 3GD 01594822311 School Website
Steam Mills Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Mel Davis	Steam Mills Cinderford Gloucestershire GL14 3JD 01594822567 School Website
Hope Brook C Of E Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Stephanie Severn	Church Road Longhope Gloucestershire GL17 0LL 01452830558 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Lydney Station Road, Lydney, Gloucestershire, GL15 5EW 8.99 Miles

Cam And Dursley Box Road, Near Cam, Gloucestershire, GL11 5DJ 9.30 Miles

Gloucester Bruton Way, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 1DE 9.46 Miles

Stonehouse Burdett Road, Stonehouse, Gloucestershire, GL10 2JW 9.76 Miles

Stroud Station Road, Stroud, Gloucestershire, GL5 3AP 11.89 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Satellite Cars 01594 826398 59 Oak Way, Cinderford, Gloucestershire, GL14 3PG 1.42 Miles
Quicksilver Cars Ltd 01452 529973 The Firs The Village, Newnham, Gloucestershire, GL14 1PA 1.91 Miles
Crystal Travel 01594 824846 3A Heywood Rd, Cinderford, Gloucestershire, GL14 2PL 2.07 Miles
A1 Taxi And Courier Service 07764 202205 52 Church Road, Cinderford, Gloucestershire, GL14 2EA 2.37 Miles
Ben Taxi 01594 410070 54 The Keelings, Cinderford, Gloucestershire, GL14 2NG 2.42 Miles
Kc Cars 01594 823020 6 Office Rd, Cinderford, Gloucestershire, GL14 2HZ 2.62 Miles
Keith's Kars 01452 830213 Main Road, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL19 3DZ 3.29 Miles
Tramway Private Hire 01594 822238 A/18 Tramway Rd, Cinderford, Gloucestershire, GL14 3AY 3.35 Miles
Bentley Chauffeur Drive 01989 750140 Wharton Lodge, Ross On Wye, Herefordshire, HR9 7JX 4.85 Miles
Pams Private Hire 01594 860575 The Willows, Drybrook, Gloucestershire, GL17 9QH 5.36 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Flaxley No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Popes Hill No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Greyhound No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Elton Lane No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Green Bottom Littledean No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Shapridge No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Boseley No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Blaisdon No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Collafield Littledean No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Littledean Estate No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Littledean Po Collection Today available until:16:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:10:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Littledean Hill No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Weighbridge No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Broad Oak No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Abenhall No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Cinderford Health Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service	The Health Centre Dockham Road Cinderford GL14 2AN
Cinderford Health Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	The Health Centre Dockham Road Cinderford GL14 2AN
The Surgery Westbury On Severn	The Surgery Rodley Road Westbury-On-Severn Gloucestershire GL14 1PF
Newnham Surgery 01594 516241	Newnham&Westbury Surgery Rodley Road Westbury On Severn Gloucestershire GL14 1PF
Forest Health Care 01594 820820	Cinderford Medical Centre Valley Road Cinderford Gloucestershire GL14 2NX

Local Stores

Valley Road
72 Valley Road
Cinderford
Gloucestershire
GL14 2PA
01594 825182
Store Website
2.34 miles

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SPAR - Euro Garages - Churchum
Euro Garages
A40
Churchum
Gloucester
GL2 8AA
01452 750 704
Store Website
5.8 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Sundean Veterinary Clinic
9 Heywood Road Cinderford Gloucestershire GL14 2PL 01594 826688 forest@petsbarn.co.uk Website 2.04 miles

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Bristol Veterinary Centre T/A Vets Barn
Harts Barn Farm Longhope Gloucestershire GL17 0QD 01452 830086 longhope@vetsbarn.co.uk Website 2.09 miles
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Carrot Tops Mobile Surgery For Pets
50B Railway Road Cinderford Gloucestershire GL14 3HL 01594 824 765 enquiries@carrottopsmobilesurgery.co.uk Website 2.97 miles
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Millpark Veterinary Centre
Cleeve Mill Business Park Newent Gloucestershire GL18 1AZ 01531 820258 millparkvetsnewent@yahoo.co.uk Website 7.20 miles
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Chaseview Veterinary Clinic Ltd
Hildersley Ross-On-Wye Herefordshire HR9 7NJ 01989 562251 info@chaseviewvets.co.uk Website 7.25 miles
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Vine Tree Vets
Walford Road Ross-On-Wye Herefordshire HR9 5RS 01989 564687 reception@vinetreevets.co.uk 7.35 miles

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Local Dog Walks

Bracelands To Symonds Yat
This 6 Mile Walk Has A Number Of Possible Start Points. We Started At The Bracelands Campsite Entrance (Grid Ref So561130) Where There Is Parking For Those Not Straying At The Site. An Alternative Start Is The Symonds Yat Car Park.Although The Stretch Along The "Wye Valley Walk" Is Flat, There Is A Steep Climb To The Symonds Yat View Point And Steady Climb Back To Bracelands. There Are Stunning Views Of The River Wye, Evidence Of Wild Boar In The Woods And Varied Woodland. 2 Braceland Cottages Braceland Coleford GL16 7NP 8.07 miles Parking On Road Or Down By The &Quot;Retreat&Quot; Shop. Alternatively, Stay At The Campsite And Walk From There.

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Haresfield Beacon
There Are Several Routes You Can Take Once At The Beacon. You Can Either Walk Across The Fields To The Viewing Point, This Walk Is Fairly Flat. You Can Also Walk In The Woods Which Has Several Paths To Take Ranging From A Short Easy Pace To A Longer Hilly Path. Haresfield Ln 8.46 miles Head To Haresfield Beacon. Drove Down The Lane And You Will See An Enclosed Gravel Carpal. There Are Several Routes You Can Take

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Edge Valley Of Gloucester
A Walk Through The Woods Along The Side Of A Spur In The Valley Of Gloucester. Established Tracks Available But Always Best To Create Your Own. Cotswold Way Stroud GL6 6PR 10.11 miles

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Coaley Peak
A Circular Dog Walk At Coaley Peak Viewpoint, Offering Fantastic Views At The Beginning Of The Walk. The Walk Starts At A Picnic Site, Ideal As A Start Or End-Point To This 3-Mile Walk. GL10 3TP 10.59 miles From Stroud, Take The B4066 Heading South. Go Through Selsley And Remain On The Road Until You See A Brown Road Sign Pointing Right To 'Picnic Area / Viewpoint / Nympsfield Long Barrow'.

Coaley Peak
Absolutely Beautiful For Those Of You Who Like Walking With A View, A Very Large Field Along From The Picnic Area Perfect For Them To Stretch Those Legs! Go Through The Gate, To The Point And You Will Feel Your On Top Of The World Weavers Cottage Coaley Peak Coaley Dursley GL11 5AU 10.94 miles

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Cam Long Down
A Circular Dog Walk At Cam Long Down, Offering Amazing Views And Stunning Scenery At The Top Of Cam Peak. GL11 5HH 11.09 miles From The A4135 In Dursley, Turn Right At The Roundabout With Lloyds Bank, To Head Up Long Street. This Turns Left Into Drake Lane. Follow Drake Lane Until The End Where It Meets Springhill. Turn Right Here And Follow The Road Until You See The Car Park On Your Right.

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