At this point after the climb up from Brockhollands it might be appropriate to hear an extract from Lays of the Forest and other Poems written by Richard Morse of Yorkley, Forest of Dean. Published in 1840, it sums up much of what you have seen on the walk:

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After the kissing gate there is a short but steep grassy uphill section for about 30m. At the top look to your left and slightly behind you. No 49 is a kissing gate that allows you to cross the drive.