Chaceley
# Chaceley

Chaceley or Chaseley is a village and civil parish 8 miles (13 km) north of Gloucester, in the Tewkesbury district, in the county of Gloucestershire, England. In 2011 the parish had a population of 125. The parish touches Deerhurst, Eldersfield, Forthampton, Tewkesbury and Tirley.

## Landmarks

There are 20 listed buildings in Chaceley. Chaceley has a church called St John the Baptist and a village hall.

## History

The name "Chaceley" may originate as Ceatta or Ceadda; ced 'wood' or cediw, 'yew wood'. Chaceley was "Chaddeslcia" in the 12th century, "Chaddeslega" in the 13th century and "Chaseley" in the 17th century. On 1931 the parish was transferred from Worcestershire to Gloucestershire. On 1 April 1965 44 acres were transferred to Eldersfield parish.

