Directions
Sandalwood Green is situated in the village of Hempsted, on the outskirts of Gloucester. The development is located less than 10 minutes' drive away from junction 12 of the M5.
Hempsted, and this development, fall under the jurisdiction of Gloucester City Council.Leisure
Situated on the outskirts of Gloucester, Sandalwood Green has access to a variety of high-quality entertainment and leisure facilities, including museums, art galleries, and parks.
A little under a 10-minute drive away from the development is the Museum of Gloucester, which features collections of paintings, stories of the city's origins, and much more.
Roughly 30 minutes' drive away is Newbridge Farm Park, which is ideal for families as the site contains an outdoor play area, tractor rides, sandpits, and other activities.
Around 15 miles away from Sandalwood Green is Berkeley Castle, a 6,000-acre estate in Gloucestershire that is comprised of a deer park, farms, cottages, and pubs - as well as the 11th-century castle itself.Transport
There are plenty of options for those looking to commute for work, as Gloucester Railway Station is only around two miles away from Sandalwood Green and offers trains to Cheltenham, around a 10-minute trip, and Bristol, about a 50-minute journey.
Anyone who prefers to drive can reach Gloucester city centre in under 10 minutes, while Cheltenham is roughly 20 minutes' drive and Bristol around 40 minutes.Education
Parents of young children will be pleased with the number of highly rated schools in the area. Less than a five-minute walk away from the development is Hempsted C of E Primary School; around two miles away is Linden Primary School; and under 10 minutes' drive away is Calton Primary School.
For older students, Ribston Hall High School is roughly three miles away from Sandalwood Green.
Higher education is also on offer in the area, with the University of Gloucestershire only a 10-minute trip by car.Shopping
Residents of Sandalwood Green have a range of supermarkets to choose from when it comes to purchasing everyday items, with several available within a couple of miles of the development.
Under a five-minute drive away from Sandalwood Green is Gloucester Quays, which has a whole host of stores and outlets. Additionally, Eastgate Shopping Centre is a little further afield, just a mile and a half, and also offers a number of retail options.
