Rough, spun, raw or washed wool. Angora and cashgora fibre.... more
Small sawmill cutting our own timber grown on estate. Beams, lintels, boards, fencing etc. cut to order in oak, ash, cherry, yew, birch, alder and softwoods, douglas fir and western red ceddar. All trees grown in AONB and under comprehensive management plans with English Nature and Forestry Commissi... more
Part of a growing worldwide movement promoting a uniquely sustainable approach to organic farming and gardening. Biodynamic produce is certified with the Demeter Trademark (UK6). Demeter comes to you without artificial fertilisers, added chemicals or irradiation and genetically modified material ... more
BTCS is the country's leading practical conservation organisation. Each year we enable thousands of volunteers from all sections of the community to take positive environmental action to improve our rural and urban environments. BTCV Gloucester offers regular mid-week tasks throughout the county. ... more
Free range eggs, vegetables, delicious lamb, Aberdeen Angus beef, pork from small licensed organic farm. Organic licence ensures highest livestock welfare and freedom from pesticides, herbicides and artificial fertilisers. Links with other Forest of Dean organic licensees to provide pure, safe, tast... more
A mutual building society dedicated to improving the environment by promoting sustainable housing and communities. By saving with us, you know your money is being put to positive use financing mortgages to help: - The production of organic healthy food - Build new energy and resource-efficient hom... more
English Nature is the government agency that champions the conservation of wildlife and geology throughout England. We want to ensure that future generations can enjoy a wealth of wildlife as a major part of their quality of life. We achieve this by taking action ourselves, and by working through an... more
We are the leading public body for protecting the environment in England and Wales. It's our job to make sure that air, land and water are looked after by everyone in today's society so that tomorrow's generations inherit a cleaner, healthier world.... more
Woodland management - all Forestry Commission woodlands have FSC certification nationwide - recognising the sustainable way the woodlands are managed for timber, conservation and social benefits. Involved in bio-diversity action planning. Timber - Local sawmill - Woodgates - also has FSC certific... more
Monthly talks through the year on local, national and occasionally international wildlife and conservation issues. Outdoor meetings in the summer. Sample meetings include woodland butterfly search, Tails of the Night on doormouse conservation, Journey Down the Wye.... more
Association of beekeepers in the Forest. New beekeepers welcome to join. Also happy to receive returned honey jars. Honey for sale at the gate. Talks possible.... more
Wildlife watch club for young people (age range 7-14). Environmental club which explores the natural world through a variety of activities including nature detectives, trips to see snakes, badgers, canoe river clean-ups, fossil trips, science trips and pond dipping all over the Forest of Dean. Unles... more
Increasing and disseminating the understanding of the landscape, ecology, history and archeology of Chestnut Wood and the woods of the Vale of Castiard. Promoting the involvement of local communities in maintaining and enhancing the ecology, bio-diversity, quiet enjoyment and educational value of Ch... more
Conservation advice to farmers and landowners on any aspect of land management, including applications for grant aid. In the last three and a half years, FWAG advisers in Gloucestershire have completed the following work in the Forest of Dean District: - Visited 144 farms and holdings covering 10,... more
GOG is for both the amateur and professional, including individuals, organisations, farmers, in fact anyone with an interest in Gloucestershire orchards. We celebrate the revival of Gloucestershire apples, pears, plums, and even cherries, nuts, etc. Gloucestershire County Council, farmer Charles Ma... more
Promotes and shares knowledge about organic gardening. Visit organic gardens, organise trips and lectures.... more
We provide opportunities to learn about and enjoy wildlife, through volunteering opportunities, training events, and open access to our beatiful nature reserve.... more
Visit the Dominican Chapel now restored to its former glory, the Hartpury Bee Shelter, a unique and nationally important structure now in the village churchyard at Hartpury and the Church with its modern stained glass windows and Green Man carving.... more
The orchards at Haylings Farm are of historic interest. Many of the trees are over 100 years old and there are 20 varieties of plums as well as an assortment of apples and pears. The orchards are open for pick your own at weekends during the plum picking season - generally in August (signposted from... more
FSC Registered timber suppplier. Timber fence materials. Local FSC timber available. Public and trade.... more
Producing quality breeding and fatstock from pure Glos Old Spots and Berkshire pigs. Supplying local butchers with these lovely traditional breeds. All stock reared locally. Members of British Pig Association.... more
Most significant collection of birds of prey in the world. Daily flying demonstrations, cafe, gift shop, woodland walk. Group/school visits welcome. Disabled facilities. Falconry experience days and courses available.... more
Maintaining the allotments of Newent and ensuring plots, fencing and paths are maintained to a good standard. We encourage organic growing where possible and composting.... more
Training beekeepers: summer 8 week practical course; winter 10 week theory. All in Newent or District, minimal cost, one evening per week. Honey from training apiary for sale.... more
The RBST is the only charity concerned with the conservation of Britain's rare breeds of farm livestock, many of which are used to benefit the environment. We also promote the fine eating quality of their meat which is marketed locally to the area of production.... more
RSPB have two nature reserves in the area of Nagshead, just outside Parkend on the Coleford Road, and at Highnam Woods on the A40, one mile east of Churcham. Both reserves are open and free of charge throughout the year. From April to August RSPB, in partnership with Forest Enterprise, run a peregri... more
As a UK leader in water supply and waste water services, the Company promotes the sustainable use of water to businesses, schools and the public. An extensive Sales and Business team offer solutions to a wide variety of environmental problems, whilst a network of education centres and a programme o... more
The Barn Owl Centre operates as a non-profit making organisation, offering support to public education, owl conservation and bird welfare. The Centre is actively involved in supporting the conservation needs of wild Barn Owls, Tawny Owls, Little Owls and Kestrels.... more
This working cooperative is developing the supply of seasoned hardwoods sourced from the Forest of Dean. A range of timbers are available in green wood, air dried and kiln dried for a variety of uses including joinery and cabinet making. Stock sizes vary from small branch sections suitable for wood ... more
The Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust is a county based charity aimed at protecting the wildlife and wild places in Gloucestershire. We own and manage over 70 nature reserves, with over 20 of these situated in the Forest of Dean. The reserves boast varying habitats from Wye Valley cliffs at Lancaut to ... more
Builder of reconstructions of the Wye Coracle, which vanished from the river before WW1. Bespoke coracles made to order, from traditional materials - knotless ash, seamless calico and bitumen/mineral waterproofing. Wye coracles can now be found on the River Tees, Test, Severn, and as flat bottomed t... more
Westbury was restored in the 1970s to become the best example of a medium size 17th Century Dutch Garden in England. An elegant pavilion looks down a long canal. On the walls of the garden are trained apples, plum and pear of the 17thC varieties. A parterre is planted in the 17thC style with period ... more
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Gloucestershire supports about 12,000 species of invertebrates. The Severn Estuary is an internationally important estuarine system, valuable for the range of habitats and for the birds that breed, feed and roost there. The Wye Valley is one of the four most important areas of ancient woodland in Britain. Gloucestershire contains nearly 20,000 acres of ancient woodland - more than in any other county in the Southwest region.