3 Miles west of Stroud and 9 miles south of Gloucester, Stonehouse lies where the deep valley of the River Frome opens into the Seven Vale. Through the centuries diversions and alterations have been made to the course of the River to meet the needs of the mills in Stonehouse. From Ryeford the river runs in three "arms"; the northern arm was the millditch of Gloucester Abbey`s Mill, probably constructed before 1085; the southern stream served (among others) Stanly Mill also an Anglo Saxon mill site. Stonehouse was first mentioned in the Domesday Book, it recorded a stone built manor-house (on the site of Stonehouse Court - an Elizabethan house of 1601 restored and altered by Sir Edwin Lutyans) around which the early settlement was established. The main part of Stonehouse developed on each side of the main road and village green that runs northwards towards Gloucester, during the 18th and 19th centuries many houses were built alongside the and on the green including Haywardsfield House which became the main house of Wycliffe Collage, founded in 1882 by G.W.Sibly. The cloth industry, which employed most of the inhabitants from the 16th century was the main influence on the life and character of the town, and was maintained with the reorganisation and rebuilding of the mills in the early 19th century. When the industry declined the buildings and labour were exploited by new industries. Today Stonehouse is an eclectic mix of 19th century mills and modern factories, old traditional houses mixed with Victorian brick, and is home to a varied industrial community.
Attraction
Nympsfield Long Barrow
Woodchester Park
Care Home
Classes
Dance - The Sally Prout School of Dancing
Dentist
High Street Dental Surgery
HRS Dentalcare
Townes & Townes Associates Dental Surgeons
Doctor
Dr Anslow SRF & Partners
Stonehouse Health Clinic
The High Street Medical Centre
Estate Agent
Halifax Property Services
Parkers
Inn
Pub and Bar
Brewers Arms
Globe Inn
Spa Inn
White Hart Inn
Woolpack Inn
School
Wycliffe College
Wycliffe Preparatory School
Solicitor
Taxi
Vet
Sports Clubs
Gloucester City CC (Cycling)
Shops
Ann Barbara
All Pets
Stonehouse Pharmacy Ltd
Michael D Bailey
Riverford Home Delivery North Gloucestershire
J Broomhall Ltd
Tony Butchers
Cotswold Prime Meat
Dangerfield Bakery Ltd
The Flower Shop
Anita Bassi
T Hawkins & Sons
The Perfect Gift
Norville Opticians
Lobbys Fishing Tackle
The Light Book and Gift Store
Activities
Bristol & Gloucestershire Gliding Club(Aviation Sports)
Places to Stay near Stonehouse
Stonehouse Court Hotel (0.62 miles)
Stonehouse Court is an outstanding Grade II listed manor house built in 1601 and set in 6 acres of secluded gardens in Stonehouse, near Stroud.
As well as offering 36 individually decorated ... More
Travelodge Stonehouse (1.77 miles)
There are loads of reasons our customers choose to stay at Travelodge. Our great value clean and comfortable rooms with en-suite provide everything needed for a good night's sleep and are close to where people ... More | visit website
Premier Inn Stroud (2.41 miles)
Conveniently located just 1 mile from Stroud town centre for shops and local amenities. Local Cotswolds attractions include the historic town of Gloucester and Cheltenham city centre. Our Stroud Premier Inn has everything you'd expect, incredibly ... More | visit websiteImperial Hotel (2.58 miles)
The Imperial is situated in the Cotswold town of Stroud, which lies surrounded by rural beauty where 5 rivers and streams and their wooded valleys converge. From its position in the centre ... More
The Stable (2.94 miles)
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Originally used for cider making, and more recently for stabling working horses, this tastefully converted detached property features a wealth of splendid elm timbering, including part of ... More
The Beacon Inn and Hotel (3.05 miles)
This 19th century country inn and hotel is at the heart of the village of Haresfield just 1 mile off the M5 junction 12. The Beacon Inn is a traditional ... More
Bear of Rodborough (3.18 miles)
In the historic south-west corner of the Cotswolds, high above Stroud on the wilds of Rodborough Common, stands the handsome Bear of Rodborough Hotel. Originally built in the 17th century, this former coaching inn provided ... More | visit website
Amberley Inn (3.47 miles)
The George Inn (3.73 miles)
Offering a selection of good Home-Cooked Food, Local Ales, and an excellent Wine List, why not enjoy a meal, drink and take a chance to ... More | visit website
Whitminster House Cottages (3.80 miles)
Self-Catering Holiday Cottages ideally situated by the Cotswolds Edge on a picturesque small English country estate within easy reach of many interests & activities. Each cottage has individual character and is comfortably-equipped.
The properties individually sleep ... More | visit website
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