Anne-Marie Randall
Laurie Lee Wood
Laurie Lee Wood is a beautiful ancient woodland, over three hectares bursting with an abundance of native flora and fauna, including rare species such as white helleborine, with bluebells in spring. It is next door to the Trusts' Swift’s Hill nature reserve.
Location
Knapp Lane
Elcombe
Elcombe
Stroud
Know before you go
Size
3 hectares
Walking trails
The reserve has a path through it which is steep and uneven, there is a bench in the middle of the nature reserve.
Access
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Dogs
No dogs permitted
When to visit
Opening times
.Best time to visit
All yearAbout the reserve
The Slad Valley is a magical place, made extra special for so many of us through Laurie Lee’s classic, Cider with Rosie. Thanks to the enduring appeal of his work, Laurie Lee draws visitors from all over the world. The nature reserve was opened by Jessy and Kathy Lee on the 26th June 2013, a year ahead of Laurie Lee’s centenary celebrations. Laurie Lee Wood is the fourth nature reserve of the Trust's in the Slad Valley and can be linked to the circular walk, the Slad Valley Wildlife Way (a leaflet is available). We are looking forward to discovering what wildlife is in the new Laurie Lee Wood.
Contact us
Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust
Contact number: 01452 383333
Contact email: info@gloucestershirewildlifetrust.co.uk
Environmental designation
Ancient Woodland