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Description
Robinswood Hill is a green space on the south-east side of Gloucester that rises to 198m and offers extensive views across the Severn Vale, Cotswolds and over to the Forest of Dean. Robinswood Hill country park extends to 100 hectares, all cared for by Gloucester City Council. The country park has wildflower meadows and a woodland. The wider country park has traditional orchards and ponds. The quarry is designated a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) on account the layers of rock that date back to from the Jurassic period.
Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust own 100 hectares which is a small proportion of the hill. The varied landscape attracts a wide variety of birds helped by the residents living on the lower slopes feeding them. Bats are fequently seen. Paths can be steep and wet in winter. Many paths wind their way around the hill. You can easily spend more than a day exploring the area.
Details
Access
Robinswood Hill Country Park has a car park for 30 cars off Reservoir Road which is off the A38 in Gloucester. Click on the P in the map for directions. Many footpaths cross the area accessed from the roads at the foot of the hill, some more easier to walk than others. The circular walking route indicated on the map is about 2,2 mile (3,5 km). There is a good cafe at the wildlife centre by the car park.
Terrain and Habitat
Forest , Scattered trees and bushes , Grassland , City/village , AgricultureConditions
Hilly , Slippery , Open landscapeCircular trail
YesIs a telescope useful?
Can be usefulGood birding season
All year roundBest time to visit
SpringRoute
Wide path , Narrow trailDifficulty walking trail
Average walkAccessible by
FootBirdwatching hide / platform
NoExtra info
Pedestrian access also from Stroud Road, Fox Elms Road, The Butts and Juiper Avenue. Walk can be steep in places but habitat varied enough to provide plenty of room for a wide range of birds.