Charles Church - Manor Grove

Leisure

While it enjoys a peaceful riverside location and abundant nature nearby, Lydney has plenty to offer by way of services and amenities. The town centre is home to a number of pubs, cafes and independent shops, as well as a bank, community centre, pharmacy, dentist and GP. There are Tesco and Lidl supermarkets, plus a local hospital – all within walking distance of Manor Grove. The Forest of Dean and Wye Valley are on your doorstep for scenic walks, picnics and cycle rides with the family. Must-see points of interest nearby include Lydney Park Estate with woodland gardens, Roman ruins and museums; St Briavels Castle is also well worth a visit. In Lydney itself there's the lovely Bathurst Park, Lydney Boating Lake, and many sports facilities. These include football, tennis, cricket and rugby clubs, Freedom Leisure Centre, a nine-hole golf course, and outdoor swimming pool open throughout summer.

Transport

Lydney train station is less than a 5-minute drive from Manor Grove, with train services heading southwest to Chepstow and Newport, and northeast to Gloucester. If you’re travelling by road, the A48 is the main road link between Chepstow and Gloucester, which in turn link to the M4 and M5, providing access to South Wales, Bristol and north towards the Midlands.

Education

Families with children will benefit from the choice of schools in Lydney. These include Severnbanks County Primary School, Lydney Church of England Community School, and Primrose Hill Nursey and C of E Primary School, while older children can attend The Dean Academy, rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted.