The Single Beech, also known as lone or lonely beech, is a single-standing windswept beech tree holding the title as the tallest tree in the Cotswolds, standing at 317m high.

There is a magnificent 360 degree panoramic view here where you can really appreciate the scenes of the Cotswolds and surrounding area, including views across Cheltenham, Gloucester & over the Severn Vale to Wales.

Dan Pratt 🇬🇧

August 25, 2025

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It’s a tree, on a hill, with a bit of a bench around it near a golf course.

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3. Cleeve Common Sheep Wash – The Single Beech loop from Cleeve Common

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Elevation 370 m

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Sunday 15 March

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Max wind speed: 19.0 km/h

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Location: Southam, Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire, South West England, England, United Kingdom

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The Single Beech

1. Cleeve Hill loop

2. Belas Knap Long Barrow – Summit view from Cleeve Hill loop from Cleeve Common

3. Cleeve Common Sheep Wash – The Single Beech loop from Cleeve Common

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