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Nestled at the foot of the Cotswold escarpment, King’s Stanley is a village where the industrial heritage of the Stroud valleys meets the rural landscape of the Severn Vale. It sits just south of Stonehouse, separated from its neighbour by the River Frome and the Stroudwater Navigation. Historically, the village was a centre for the wool and cloth trade, a legacy still visible in the imposing architecture of Stanley Mill - a Grade I listed former textile mill that remains a local landmark. Today, the village layout is a mix of traditional Cotswold stone cottages and more modern residential pockets, supported by a handful of core amenities including a primary school, a village store, and a local pub. Its position is particularly practical for those who enjoy the outdoors; the Cotswold Way passes directly through the parish, leading up to Selsley Common, which offers expansive views across the valley towards the Forest of Dean. While it feels distinctly self-contained, its proximity to the M5 and the mainline rail link at Stonehouse makes it a functional base for reaching Bristol, Gloucester, or London.