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About Hewelsfield Common

Hewelsfield Common perches above the Wye Valley in the Forest of Dean, reached via the A466 from Chepstow or local roads from Coleford. The elevated position offers commanding views over the river valley, with narrow lanes winding through dense woodland to reach this ancient settlement. Ancient grazing rights dating back over 800 years remain active, with locals still entitled to graze livestock on the unfenced common land.

Where is Hewelsfield Common on the map?

Hewelsfield Common is in England, at 51.718, -2.652 - about 17 km west of Neds Top.

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The closest airport to Hewelsfield Common is Bristol Airport, 58 km (about 57 min by car).

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