Building Plot, Ruardean Hill, Drybrook
Key Features
- Building plot with full planning permission granted
- Planning for 3 x four bedroom detached houses with double garages
- Generous plots with the expectation of far reaching views
- Situated in a semi-rural village position
- Planning reference: P1104/21/FUL
- OFFERS INVITED!
Description
A rare and exciting development opportunity, this building plot comes with full planning permission granted for the construction of three four-bedroom detached homes, each with a double garage. With an estimated Gross Development Value (GDV) of £1.8–£1.9 million, this site presents a fantastic investment opportunity for developers looking to build high-quality family homes in a desirable location. Situated in the popular village of Ruardean Hill, the site enjoys elevated views across the surrounding countryside, offering future homeowners a peaceful, scenic lifestyle while remaining within easy reach of local amenities and commuter routes.
Ruardean Hill is a charming village nestled in the eastern part of the Forest of Dean in Gloucestershire, just five miles west of the market town of Cinderford. Perched atop a hill, the village enjoys sweeping views of the surrounding countryside, making it an ideal location for those seeking peace, natural beauty, and a rural lifestyle. This tranquil village is known for its picturesque setting within one of the most scenic areas of the Forest of Dean. It offers residents a blend of traditional stone cottages and modern homes, contributing to a welcoming and characterful community feel. While Ruardean Hill retains its peaceful, rural atmosphere, it also offers a selection of essential amenities including a primary school and village hall. For a broader range of shops, services, and leisure options, nearby towns such as Cinderford, Coleford, and Ross-on-Wye are just a short drive away. Outdoor enthusiasts will find much to enjoy here, with immediate access to the woodlands and nature trails of the Forest of Dean. The area is ideal for walking, cycling, and exploring, with renowned beauty spots such as Symonds Yat, the Wye Valley, and the River Severn all within easy reach. Whether you're drawn by the views, the quiet pace of life, or the proximity to outstanding natural surroundings, Ruardean Hill offers a truly special place to call home.
Type A Comprises:
Ground Floor:
Entrance Hall
Kitchen
Dining Area
Living Room
Utility Room
WC
Understairs Cupboard (CPD)
First Floor:
Bedroom 1 (with En-suite)
Bedroom 2
Bedroom 3
Bedroom 4
Family Bathroom
Landing
Type B Comprises
Ground Floor:
Entrance Hall
Kitchen
Dining Area
Living Room
WC
Understairs Cupboard (CPD)
Cloakroom (CLK)
First Floor:
Bedroom 1 (with En-suite)
Bedroom 2
Bedroom 3
Bedroom 4
Family Bathroom
Landing
Airing Cupboard (AC)
Wardrobe (W)
Type C Comprises
Ground Floor Accommodation:
Entrance Hallway
Living Room
Kitchen
Dining Area
Utility Room
WC
First Floor:
Bedroom 1 (with En-suite and Dressing Area)
Bedroom 2 (with En-suite)
Bedroom 3
Bedroom 4 (with En-suite)
Family Bathroom
Landing
Outside- All of the properties will benefit from generous-sized gardens, with the expectation of enjoying far-reaching views across the surrounding landscape.
Map Location
Property details
- Tenure
- Freehold
- Council Tax Band
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- Date Posted
- 2026-05-25
Utilities & Restrictions
Utilities
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- Water
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- Heating
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- Broadband
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- Sewerage
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Rights & Restrictions
- Public Rights of Way
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- Private Rights of Way
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- Listed Property
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- Restrictions
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Listed status, conservation areas and planning constraints for this location are in the full report.
Property Features
- Accessibility
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- Parking
- Parking Available
- Garden
- Garden
Beyond the particulars: planning activity, flood history, heritage and ground risks, checked for this exact spot.
Connectivity
Broadband
Fastest speed available at this postcode
1 Gbps
Gigabit full fibre · available to 94% of premises
Suitable for
- 4K streaming on every screen
- Full-time home working
- Online gaming & big downloads
Mobile signal
Outdoor predictions; indoor signal depends on building materials.
Ofcom Connected Nations postcode-level predictions. Speeds and signal are modelled, not measured, and vary between addresses and providers.
Signal is the easy part. Planning activity, flood history and protected designations here are in the full report.
Nearest Schools
Primary
- Drybrook Primary School876 metresOfsted: Requires improvement *
- Ages
- 2 to 11
- Pupils
- 147
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Woodside Primary School0.7 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 5 to 11
- Pupils
- 122
- Type
- Community school
- Steam Mills Primary School0.8 milesOfsted report card · Jun 2026
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 128
- Type
- Community school
- Ruardean Church of England Primary School1.1 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 76
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Faith
- Church of England
- Mitcheldean Endowed Primary School1.9 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 205
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Faith
- Church of England
Secondary
- Dene Magna and Sixth Form2 milesOfsted: Good *
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,020
- Type
- Academy converter
- SGS Forest High School2.1 milesOfsted: Requires improvement
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 255
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Five Acres High School4.5 milesOfsted report card · Jun 2026
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 786
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- John Kyrle High School and Sixth Form Centre Academy5.6 milesOfsted: Good *
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,274
- Type
- Academy converter
- Newent Community School and Sixth Form Centre7.3 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 976
- Type
- Academy converter
* Latest graded judgement covers quality of education only; no overall grade was issued under the 2024-25 inspection framework.
Distances are straight-line from the advertised location. Source: the national school registers (DfE, Welsh Government, Scottish Government) and Ofsted.
Schools are just the start: sold prices nearby, planning activity and any flood history are in the full report.
Amenities
Supermarket
GP surgery
Pharmacy
Hospital
Green space
Straight-line distances from the advertised location. Sources: NHS records, Geolytix supermarket locations, OS Open Greenspace and the national trails registers.
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Getting Around
Nearest station
Nearest bus stop
Typical drive times
Straight-line distances from the advertised location; drive times are typical free-flow times over OpenStreetMap road data, so allow more at peak. Public transport locations from DfT NaPTAN.
Easy to reach matters. So do planning activity, flood history and ground risks: all in the full report.
Flood Risk
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Rivers and the sea
Surface water
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- Exact flood zones & annual chances (included in the full report)
- Any recorded past flooding (included in the full report)
- Planning activity nearby (included in the full report)
- Heritage & conservation (included in the full report)
- Protected nature designations (included in the full report)
- Ground risks (included in the full report)
- Sold prices nearby (included in the full report)
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Hattons Estate Agents, Forest of Dean
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