The village is effectively split in half by the recreation ground, which is co-owned by the residents and is maintained by contributions.

Edge End compared to other areas of the Forest of Dean is more affluent which is reflected in its house prices.

From the rec, perched 600 ft above sea level, on a fine day you can see north for up to 50 miles or so into Shropshire, whilst the counties of Gloucestershire, Herefordshire, Monmouthshire, Worcestershire and the Brecon Beacons are also visible.

The hillside drops away to some farming communities, whilst the eastern edge of the hamlet is bounded by the main Monmouth to Gloucester road and the start of the Forest of Dean proper.

A small book is available (from the local bookshop in Coleford) which documents the histories of the families that have lived in Edge End since the 19th century.