Cliffords Mesne, Newent, GL18 1JN

Cliffords Mesne is an English village in Gloucestershire, situated within the civil parish of Newent. It lies approximately two miles south‑west of the town of Newent, placing it in a rural setting that is still within easy reach of local amenities. The village gained some recognition as the home of the autobiographical author Winifred Foley from the mid‑1970s, following the success of her first book of Gloucestershire reminiscences, A Child in the Forest. Foley’s residence in the village highlights its quiet, country character and the sense of community that can be found in such settlements. Visitors and residents alike may find the village’s setting appealing for those seeking a peaceful rural lifestyle while remaining connected to nearby town facilities. The locality’s inclusion in postal district GL 18 situates it within the broader Gloucestershire area.