Area Info for Lydney (Gloucestershire)

Overview of Lydney

Lydney is a small town located in Gloucestershire, South West England. It is situated on the eastern bank of the River Severn, near the Forest of Dean. The town is known for its rich history, scenic surroundings, and industrial heritage.

History

Lydney has a history dating back to Roman times, with archaeological evidence of Roman occupation in the area. The town developed significantly during the Industrial Revolution, primarily due to its port and the iron and coal industries. The Lydney Harbour was an important centre for shipping and trade during the 19th and early 20th centuries.

Geography and Environment

The town is characterised by its proximity to the Forest of Dean, a large area of ancient woodland offering outdoor activities such as walking, cycling, and wildlife watching. Lydney also features a harbour and a riverfront, providing picturesque views and recreational opportunities.

Economy and Industry

Historically, Lydney's economy was driven by the ironworks, coal mining, and shipping industries. Today, the town has transitioned towards tourism, leisure, and light industry. The harbour area has been redeveloped for leisure activities, including boating and fishing.

Transport

Lydney is accessible via road and rail. The town is served by Lydney railway station, which connects to larger cities such as Gloucester and Bristol. The A48 road runs nearby, providing good road links to the surrounding region.

Local Attractions

Notable attractions include the Lydney Harbour, the Forest of Dean, and the nearby Clearwell Caves, which are famous for their ancient iron ore mines and underground tours. The town also hosts various local events and markets throughout the year.

Community and Culture

Lydney has a vibrant community with local clubs, societies, and events that celebrate its heritage and natural surroundings. The town's historical sites and natural beauty make it a popular destination for visitors and residents alike.
Education
School
Severnbanks Primary School0.00 miles
Naas Lane, Lydney, Gloucestershire, GL15 5AU
Primrose Hill Church of England Primary Academy0.79 miles
School Crescent, Lydney, Gloucestershire, GL15 5TA
Lydney Church of England Community School (VC)0.86 miles
Bream Road, Lydney, Gloucestershire, GL15 5JH
The Dean Academy0.90 miles
Church Road, Lydney, Gloucestershire, GL15 5DZ
Aylburton Church of England Primary School1.79 miles
Church Road, Aylburton, Lydney, Gloucestershire, GL15 6DB
Sharpness Primary School2.22 miles
New Town, Berkeley, Gloucestershire, GL13 9NU
Pillowell Community Primary School2.29 miles
School Road, Pillowell, Lydney, Gloucestershire, GL15 4QT
Yorkley Primary School2.30 miles
Lydney Road, Yorkley, Lydney, Gloucestershire, GL15 4RR
Focus School-Berkeley Campus2.76 miles
Wanswell, Berkeley, Gloucestershire, GL13 9RS
Blakeney Primary School2.81 miles
High Street, Blakeney, Gloucestershire, GL15 4EB
Bream Church of England Primary School2.94 miles
High Street, Bream, Lydney, Gloucestershire, GL15 6JW
Parkend Primary School3.25 miles
Yorkley Road, Parkend, Lydney, Gloucestershire, GL15 4HL
Berkeley Primary School3.37 miles
Marybrook Street, Berkeley, Gloucestershire, GL13 9AZ
Woolaston Primary School3.48 miles
Netherend, Lydney, Gloucestershire, GL15 6PH
Ellwood Primary School4.54 miles
Bromley Road, Ellwood, Coleford, Gloucestershire, GL16 7LY
Soudley School4.65 miles
Soudley, Cinderford, Gloucestershire, GL14 2UA
Health
Clinic
Lydney And District Hospital0.83 miles
Grove Road, Lydney, Gloucestershire, GL15 5JE
Marybrook Medical Centre3.46 miles
Marybrook Street, Berkeley, Gloucestershire, GL13 9BL
May Lane Surgery7.57 miles
27 May Lane, Dursley, Gloucestershire, GL11 4JN
Thornbury Health Centre7.85 miles
Eastland Road, Thornbury, Bristol, Avon, BS35 1DP
Thornbury Hearing Aid Clinic7.93 miles
Thornbury Hospital, Gloucester Road, Thornbury, Bristol, Avon, BS35 1DN
The Elms8.06 miles
26 Gloucester Road, Thornbury, Bristol, Avon, BS35 1DG
Ross On Wye Market Town & Periphery8.36 miles
The Wye Physio Practice, The Buckstone House, Staunton, Coleford, Gloucestershire, GL16 8PD
Marlwood School9.26 miles
Vattingstone Lane, Alveston, Bristol, Avon, BS35 3LA
Wotton Clinic9.39 miles
Symn Lane, Wotton-Under-Edge, Gloucestershire, GL12 7BD
The Chipping Surgery9.39 miles
Symn Lane, Wotton-Under-Edge, Gloucestershire, GL12 7BD
Almondsbury Surgery12.18 miles
Sundays Hill, Almondsbury, Bristol, Avon, BS32 4DS
Quedgeley Clinic12.28 miles
St James, Quedgeley, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL2 4WD
Severnvale Surgery12.28 miles
St. James, Quedgeley, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL2 4WD
Marie Stopes International One Call12.36 miles
Zeta House, Axis 4/5, Woodlands, Bradley Stoke, Bristol, Avon, BS32 4JT
Pilning Surgery12.41 miles
Northwick Road, Pilning, Bristol, Avon, BS35 4JF
Pilning Surgery12.42 miles
The Surgery, Northwick Road, Pilning, Bristol, Avon, BS35 4JE
GP
Severnbank Surgery0.35 miles
Severnbank Surgery, Tutnalls Street, Lydney, Glos, Gloucestershire, GL15 5PF
Lydney Practice0.53 miles
The Health Centre, Albert Street, Lydney, Gloucestershire, GL15 5NQ
Dr Andrew MR & Partners2.37 miles
Yorkley Health Centre, Yorkley, Lydney, Glos, GL15 4RS
Dr Andrew MR & Partners2.80 miles
The Surgery, Beech Way, Bream, Lydney, GL15 6NB
Dr M Gibbs2.87 miles
Blakeney Surgery, Millend, Blakeney, Glos, GL15 4ED
Dr Higgs SJ & Partner3.46 miles
Marybrook Medical Centre, Marybrook Street, Berkeley, Glos, GL13 9BL
Dr Wilkinson NM & Partners6.11 miles
Coleford Health Centre, Railway Drive, Coleford, Glos, GL16 8RH
Dr Sandford and partners6.11 miles
Brunston Surgery, Cinderhill, Coleford, Glos, GL16 8HJ
Dr Alder TJ & Partner6.17 miles
The Surgery, High Street, Newnham On Severn, Glos, GL14 1BE
Dr D Lane & Partners6.72 miles
Forest Health Care, Health Centre, Dockham Road, Cinderford Glos, GL14 2AN
Dr Roberts & Partners6.72 miles
Dockham Road Surgery, Dockham Road, Cinderford, Glos, GL14 2AN
Dr Cole & Partners6.83 miles
The Orchard Medical Centre, Glebelands, Cam, Dursley, Gloucestershire, GL11 5NE
Dr Buckley CIW & Partners7.56 miles
The Surgery, Whitminster Lane, Frampton-on-Severn, Glos, GL2 7HU
Dr Yerburgh TC & Partner7.57 miles
May Lane Surgery, 27 May Lane, Dursley, Gloucestershire, GL11 4JN
Dr Kenny D & Partners7.57 miles
Walnut Tree Practice, May Lane Surgery, Dursley, Gloucestershire, GL11 4JN
Dr W J Foubister and Partners 7.85 miles
Eastland Road, Thornbury, BRISTOL, Avon, BS35 1DP
Hospital
Lydney & District Hospital0.83 miles
Grove Road, Lydney, Gloucestershire, GL15 5JE
Dilke Memorial Hospital5.86 miles
Speech House Road,, GL14 3HX
Vale Hospital7.26 miles
Kingshill Lane, Dursley, Gloucestershire, GL11 4BZ
Vale Community Hospital7.52 miles
Lister Road,, GL11 4BA
Thornbury Hospital7.93 miles
Outpatients Department, Gloucester Road, Thornbury, Bristol, BS35 1DN
Westridge10.93 miles
Horsemarling Lane,, GL10 3HA
Hollybrook11.40 miles
Berkeley Close,, GL5 4UL
Ross on Wye Community Hospital 13.16 miles
Ross on Wye Community Hospital, Wye Valley NHS Trust, Alton Street, Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire, HR9 5AD
Stroud General Hospital13.29 miles
Trinity Road,, GL5 2HY
Rikenel14.89 miles
Montpellier,, GL1 1LY
Emersons Green NHS Treatment Centre15.48 miles
The Brooms, Emersons Green, Bristol, Avon, BS16 7FH
Gloucestershire Royal Hospital15.50 miles
Great Western Road, Great Western Road, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 3NN
Wotton Lawn Hospital15.76 miles
Horton Road,, GL1 3PX
Winfield Hospital15.87 miles
Tewkesbury Road, Longford, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL2 9WH
Frenchay Hospital15.90 miles
Frenchay Park Road, Bristol, BS16 1LE
Southmead Hospital16.16 miles
Southmead Road, Westbury-on-Trym, Bristol, Avon, BS10 5NB
Pharmacy
The Co-Operative Pharmacy0.51 miles
33 Newerne Street, Lydney, Gloucestershire, GL15 5RA
Lloydspharmacy0.51 miles
41/43 Newerne Street, Lydney, Gloucestershire, GL15 5RA
Boots2.96 miles
1 High Street, Bream, Lydney, Gloucestershire, GL15 6JS
Berkeley Pharmacy3.50 miles
The Pharmacy, 14 Market Place, Berkeley, GL13 9BB
Badham Pharmacy6.10 miles
9 High Street, Newnham-On-Severn, Gloucestershire, GL14 1BB
Day Lewis Chemists Ltd6.15 miles
14 Pyart Court, Old Station Way, Coleford, GL16 8RG
Lloydspharmacy6.15 miles
9/10 Pyart Court, Railway Drive, Coleford, GL16 8RG
The Co-Operative Pharmacy6.77 miles
The Co-Op Foodstore, Dockham Road, Cinderford, GL14 2AQ
Boots6.78 miles
9-11 Marketstreet, Cinderford, Gloucestershire, GL14 2RT
Boots6.87 miles
16b Chapel Street, Cam, Dursley, Gloucestershire, GL11 5NU
Day Lewis Chemists Ltd7.33 miles
42 Park Road, Berry Hill, Coleford, Gloucestershire, GL16 7AG
The Co-Operative Pharmacy7.52 miles
20 Parsonage Street, Dursley, GL11 4EA
Lloydspharmacy7.57 miles
27 Maylane, Dursley, Gloucestershire, GL11 4JN
Boots7.61 miles
70-72 Parsonage Street, Dursley, Gloucestershire, GL11 4AA
Cohens Chemist7.86 miles
8 Eastland Road, Thornbury, Bristol, BS35 1DS
Lloydspharmacy8.22 miles
8-10 Horseshoe Lane, Thornbury, Bristol, BS35 2AZ
Leisure
Park
BERKELEY CASTLE (Grade II* Listed)4.06 miles
CLEARWELL CASTLE (Grade II Listed)5.35 miles
THE HUDNALLS6.85 miles
STANCOMBE PARK (Grade I Listed)7.00 miles
OFFA'S DYKE PATH7.03 miles
HOLYWELL ORCHARD7.12 miles
HIGHBURY WOOD7.22 miles
FRAMPTON COURT (Grade II* Listed)7.26 miles
TORTWORTH COURT (Grade II* Listed)7.50 miles
THORNBURY CASTLE (Grade II Listed)7.80 miles
WESTBURY COURT (Grade II* Listed)8.08 miles
FLAXLEY ABBEY (Grade II Listed)8.16 miles
BRADLEY COURT (Grade II Listed)8.63 miles
LADY PARK WOOD9.11 miles
WYE VALLEY9.19 miles
COPPETT HILL9.91 miles
Shop
Groceries
Orchard Food & Wine0.38 miles
2 Orchard Road, Lydney Glos GL15 5QQ
Nisa Extra0.39 miles
Hams Rd, Lydney, Gloucestershire, GL15 5PE
Co-op Lydney0.54 miles
Lydney, GL15 5RB
Tesco Lydney (Superstore)0.78 miles
High St, Lydney, Gloucestershire, GL15 5TH
Blakeney Village Stores2.89 miles
6a High Street Blakeney Gloucestershire GL15 4DY
SPAR Lydney2.94 miles
Spar Store, Bream, Gloucestershire, GL15 6JN
Londis Texaco Alvington3.26 miles
Main Road, Alvington, GL15 6BE
Londis Whitemead Forest Park3.40 miles
Parkend, Lydney, GL15 4LA
Co-op Berkeley3.48 miles
Berkeley, GL13 9BS
Nisa Eskimarket5.67 miles
The Cross, Coalway Rd, Coleford, Gloucestershire, GL16 7HL
Coalway Convenience Store5.67 miles
New Road, Coalway, Cinderford Gloucestershire GL16 7JD
SPAR Coleford5.91 miles
Spar Store, Old Station Way Service Station, Gloucestershire, GL16 8RE
Co-op Coleford6.19 miles
Coleford, GL16 8BD
Tesco Coleford (Express)6.24 miles
25 High St, Coleford, Gloucestershire, GL16 8HD
Nisa Extra6.27 miles
27 High St, Coleford, Gloucestershire, GL16 8HA
SPAR Dursley6.57 miles
Spar Store, Mill Garage, Gloucester, GL11 5DH
Transport
Airport
Gloucestershire Airport18.84 miles
Bristol International Airport24.90 miles
Bus Stop
Naas Lane (NE)0.10 miles
Naas Lane (SW)0.11 miles
Jubilee Road (E)0.19 miles
Shops (NE)0.19 miles
Shops (SW)0.19 miles
Jubilee Road (W)0.19 miles
Ridler Road (E)0.25 miles
Ridler Road (W)0.26 miles
Kimberley Close (SW)0.28 miles
Community Centre (E)0.30 miles
Community Centre (W)0.32 miles
Mount Pleasant Close (SE)0.33 miles
Mount Pleasant Close (NW)0.33 miles
The Highland Inn (S)0.35 miles
The Highland Inn (N)0.35 miles
Klondyke Avenue (SE)0.36 miles
Ferry Port
Lydney Harbour1.22 miles
Sharpness Old Docks1.52 miles
Bristol Docks Ferry Landing17.30 miles
Portishead Pier18.95 miles
Castle Park Ferry Landing19.00 miles
Bristol Bridge Ferry Landing19.10 miles
Temple Bridge (Bristol) Ferry Landing19.14 miles
Welsh Back Ferry Landing19.18 miles
Temple Meads Station Ferry Landing19.19 miles
Redcliffe Back Ferry Landing19.21 miles
Bristol City Centre Ferry Landing19.26 miles
Arnolfini Ferry Landing19.46 miles
Bathurst Basin Ferry Landing19.47 miles
Capricorn Quay Ferry Landing19.49 miles
Millennium Square Ferry Landing19.51 miles
Prince Street Bridge Ferry Landing19.52 miles
Railway Station
Lydney Rail Station1.02 miles
Cam & Dursley Rail Station6.81 miles
Chepstow Rail Station8.90 miles
Stonehouse Rail Station10.28 miles
Pilning Rail Station12.64 miles
Stroud (Glos) Rail Station12.82 miles
Severn Beach Rail Station13.11 miles
Yate Rail Station13.35 miles
Patchway Rail Station13.99 miles
Caldicot Rail Station14.29 miles
Bristol Parkway Rail Station14.73 miles
Severn Tunnel Junction Rail Station14.85 miles
Gloucester Rail Station15.32 miles
Filton Abbey Wood Rail Station15.42 miles
St Andrews Road Rail Station16.63 miles
Avonmouth Rail Station17.46 miles
Crime
Flood Data
Flood Risk Per Year (GL15 5A*)
Number of Properties in Catchment312
Very Low Risk (<0.1% chance of flooding)0
Low Risk (0.1% < 1% chance of flooding)0
Medium Risk (1% < 3.3% chance of flooding)0
High Risk (>3.3%)0
Property Sales
2, WOODPECKER CLOSE

LYDNEY
GLOUCESTERSHIRE
GL15 5FY		£240,000
2025-05-30
semidetached
freehold
27, HARRISON WAY

LYDNEY
GLOUCESTERSHIRE
GL15 5BN		£215,000
2025-05-30
terraced
freehold
14, JUBILEE ROAD

LYDNEY
GLOUCESTERSHIRE
GL15 5AR		£232,000
2025-05-23
semidetached
freehold
10, KIMBERLEY CLOSE

LYDNEY
GLOUCESTERSHIRE
GL15 5AE		£273,000
2025-05-20
semidetached
freehold
14A, TUTNALLS STREET

LYDNEY
GLOUCESTERSHIRE
GL15 5PF		£350,000
2025-05-20
detached
freehold
OAK VIEW, 12, HERBERT HOWELLS WAY

LYDNEY
GLOUCESTERSHIRE
GL15 5FP		£365,000
2025-05-09
detached
freehold
57, MALLARD WAY

LYDNEY
GLOUCESTERSHIRE
GL15 5FZ		£222,995
2025-04-17
terraced (New)
freehold
32, EDWIN JONES WAY

LYDNEY
GLOUCESTERSHIRE
GL15 5FL		£121,500
2025-04-11
terraced
leasehold
7, OVERSTREET GREEN

LYDNEY
GLOUCESTERSHIRE
GL15 5GG		£215,000
2025-03-31
terraced
freehold
64, DAFFODIL DRIVE

LYDNEY
GLOUCESTERSHIRE
GL15 5RE		£261,000
2025-03-31
semidetached
freehold
10, SEVERN ROAD

LYDNEY
GLOUCESTERSHIRE
GL15 5QJ		£113,000
2025-03-28
terraced
freehold
Sold 2025-03-28   £85,000
54, MALLARD WAY

LYDNEY
GLOUCESTERSHIRE
GL15 5SB		£244,995
2025-03-28
terraced (New)
freehold
2, LINNETT COURT

LYDNEY
GLOUCESTERSHIRE
GL15 5JY		£245,000
2025-03-28
semidetached
freehold
51, PAR FOUR LANE

LYDNEY
GLOUCESTERSHIRE
GL15 5GB		£203,000
2025-03-24
terraced
freehold
27, PAR FOUR LANE

LYDNEY
GLOUCESTERSHIRE
GL15 5GB		£240,000
2025-03-21
semidetached
freehold
50, KINGFISHER DRIVE

LYDNEY
GLOUCESTERSHIRE
GL15 5FX		£200,000
2025-02-21
terraced
freehold
68, MALLARD WAY

LYDNEY
GLOUCESTERSHIRE
GL15 5SB		£190,000
2025-02-20
terraced (New)
freehold
61, HARRISON WAY

LYDNEY
GLOUCESTERSHIRE
GL15 5BG		£216,000
2025-02-07
semidetached
freehold
7, RODLEY SQUARE

LYDNEY
GLOUCESTERSHIRE
GL15 5AZ		£205,000
2025-01-24
terraced
freehold
69, MALLARD WAY

LYDNEY
GLOUCESTERSHIRE
GL15 5FZ		£199,995
2024-12-20
terraced (New)
freehold
74, MALLARD WAY

LYDNEY
GLOUCESTERSHIRE
GL15 5SB		£314,995
2024-12-20
detached (New)
freehold
91, MALLARD WAY

LYDNEY
GLOUCESTERSHIRE
GL15 5FZ		£214,845
2024-12-20
terraced (New)
freehold
61, MALLARD WAY

LYDNEY
GLOUCESTERSHIRE
GL15 5FZ		£244,995
2024-12-20
terraced (New)
freehold
63, MALLARD WAY

LYDNEY
GLOUCESTERSHIRE
GL15 5FZ		£214,845
2024-12-20
terraced (New)
freehold
35, BUZZARD RISE

LYDNEY
GLOUCESTERSHIRE
GL15 5GW		£214,845
2024-12-20
terraced (New)
freehold
81, MALLARD WAY

LYDNEY
GLOUCESTERSHIRE
GL15 5FZ		£214,845
2024-12-20
terraced (New)
freehold
58, MALLARD WAY

LYDNEY
GLOUCESTERSHIRE
GL15 5FZ		£228,086
2024-12-20
detached (New)
freehold
59, MALLARD WAY

LYDNEY
GLOUCESTERSHIRE
GL15 5FZ		£223,672
2024-12-20
detached (New)
freehold
85, MALLARD WAY

LYDNEY
GLOUCESTERSHIRE
GL15 5FZ		£223,672
2024-12-20
detached (New)
freehold
79, MALLARD WAY

LYDNEY
GLOUCESTERSHIRE
GL15 5FZ		£214,845
2024-12-20
terraced (New)
freehold
83, MALLARD WAY

LYDNEY
GLOUCESTERSHIRE
GL15 5FZ		£223,672
2024-12-20
detached (New)
freehold
78, MALLARD WAY

LYDNEY
GLOUCESTERSHIRE
GL15 5FZ		£214,845
2024-12-20
terraced (New)
freehold
62, MALLARD WAY

LYDNEY
GLOUCESTERSHIRE
GL15 5FZ		£223,672
2024-12-20
detached (New)
freehold
87, MALLARD WAY

LYDNEY
GLOUCESTERSHIRE
GL15 5FZ		£214,845
2024-12-20
terraced (New)
freehold
12, REDWING AVENUE

LYDNEY
GLOUCESTERSHIRE
GL15 5GJ		£214,845
2024-12-20
terraced (New)
freehold
95, MALLARD WAY

LYDNEY
GLOUCESTERSHIRE
GL15 5FZ		£223,672
2024-12-20
detached (New)
freehold
77, MALLARD WAY

LYDNEY
GLOUCESTERSHIRE
GL15 5FZ		£214,845
2024-12-20
terraced (New)
freehold
67, MALLARD WAY

LYDNEY
GLOUCESTERSHIRE
GL15 5FZ		£228,086
2024-12-20
detached (New)
freehold
75, MALLARD WAY

LYDNEY
GLOUCESTERSHIRE
GL15 5FZ		£223,672
2024-12-20
detached (New)
freehold
93, MALLARD WAY

LYDNEY
GLOUCESTERSHIRE
GL15 5FZ		£228,085
2024-12-20
detached (New)
freehold
97, MALLARD WAY

LYDNEY
GLOUCESTERSHIRE
GL15 5FZ		£232,499
2024-12-20
detached (New)
freehold
72, MALLARD WAY

LYDNEY
GLOUCESTERSHIRE
GL15 5FZ		£223,672
2024-12-20
detached (New)
freehold
65, MALLARD WAY

LYDNEY
GLOUCESTERSHIRE
GL15 5FZ		£214,845
2024-12-20
terraced (New)
freehold
89, MALLARD WAY

LYDNEY
GLOUCESTERSHIRE
GL15 5FZ		£214,845
2024-12-20
terraced (New)
freehold
71, MALLARD WAY

LYDNEY
GLOUCESTERSHIRE
GL15 5FZ		£199,995
2024-12-19
terraced (New)
freehold
78, TUTNALLS STREET

LYDNEY
GLOUCESTERSHIRE
GL15 5PQ		£290,000
2024-12-11
semidetached
freehold
14, SEVERN BANK AVENUE

LYDNEY
GLOUCESTERSHIRE
GL15 5BU		£210,000
2024-12-11
semidetached
freehold
14, VALLEY ROAD

LYDNEY
GLOUCESTERSHIRE
GL15 5QN		£220,000
2024-12-03
semidetached
freehold
37, BUZZARD RISE

LYDNEY
GLOUCESTERSHIRE
GL15 5GW		£239,995
2024-11-29
terraced (New)
freehold
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