Welcome to Pen y Park

Pen-y-Park is a small village located in the county of Herefordshire, England. The village is situated on the eastern side of the River Wye, and it is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village is known for its stunning views of the surrounding hills and valleys, which attract many visitors each year. The village is also home to a number of historic buildings, including the 12th-century St. Mary's Church, which is a popular destination for tourists.

One of the main attractions of Pen-y-Park is the nearby Wye Valley Walk, which is a 136-mile long-distance footpath that follows the River Wye from its source in the Welsh mountains to the sea at Chepstow. The walk passes through some of the most beautiful scenery in the UK, including the stunning Symonds Yat Rock, which offers panoramic views of the river and surrounding countryside. The walk is popular with hikers and nature lovers, and it is a great way to explore the area around Pen-y-Park.

Another popular attraction in Pen-y-Park is the local pub, The Boat Inn. The pub is located on the banks of the River Wye, and it offers stunning views of the river and surrounding countryside. The pub is known for its excellent food and drink, and it is a popular destination for locals and visitors alike. The pub also hosts a number of events throughout the year, including live music and quiz nights, which attract a lively crowd. Overall, Pen-y-Park is a charming village that offers visitors a chance to explore the beautiful countryside of Herefordshire and enjoy the local hospitality.

Local Weather

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Temp: 10.4°C

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Wind Dir: WSW

Local Schools

School Details
Clifford Primary School
Community School
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Sarah Scourfield
Clifford
Hereford
Herefordshire
HR3 5HA
01497831202
School Website
Eardisley C Of E Primary School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Bridget Knight
Eardisley
Hereford
Herefordshire
HR3 6NS
01544327262
School Website
Staunton On Wye Endowed Primary School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Joanna Davies
School Lane
Staunton-On-Wye
Hereford
Herefordshire
HR4 7LT
01981500331
School Website
Peterchurch Primary School
Community School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Nia Powell
Peterchurch
Hereford
Herefordshire
HR2 0RP
01981550230
School Website
Fairfield High School
Academy Converter
Ages:11-16
Head Teacher
Mrs Sue Gaston
Peterchurch
Hereford
Herefordshire
HR2 0SG
01981550231
School Website
Michaelchurch Escley Primary School
Community School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Louise Crocker
Michaelchurch Escley
Hereford
Herefordshire
HR2 0PT
01981510208
School Website
Almeley Primary School
Community School
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Mr Matthew Maund
Almeley
Hereford
Herefordshire
HR3 6LH
01544327267
School Website
Madley Primary School
Community School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mr Lee Batstone
Madley
Hereford
Herefordshire
HR2 9PH
01981250241
School Website
Weobley Primary School
Community School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Miss Stephen Warrell
Burton Wood
Weobley
Hereford
Herefordshire
HR4 8ST
01544318273
School Website
Weobley High School
Community School
Ages:11-16
Head Teacher
Mr Dean Williams
Burton Wood
Weobley
Hereford
Herefordshire
HR4 8ST
01544318159
School Website
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Hereford
Station Approach, Hereford, Herefordshire, HR1 1BB
12.76 Miles
Leominster
Worcester Road, Leominster, Herefordshire, HR6 8AR
15.24 Miles
Knighton
Station Road, Knighton, Powys, LD7 1DT
17.99 Miles
Dolau
Station Road, Dolau, Powys, LD1 5TG
18.11 Miles
Abergavenny
Station Approach, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, NP7 5HS
18.60 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
Radnor And Kington Taxies
01547 560205
Bridge Street, Kington, Herefordshire, HR5 3DL
8.19 Miles
Taxi Us Transfers
07760 456324
Gypsy Castle/Hay On Wye, Kington, Herefordshire, HR5 3EG
8.36 Miles
Ultimate Chauffeurs Ltd
01432 760081
37 Leasown, Hereford, Herefordshire, HR4 7SA
10.30 Miles
Jenkins Chauffeur Hire
01432 351980
2 Huntington Court Cottages, Hereford, Herefordshire, HR4 7RA
10.83 Miles
Evans Taxis
01874 711402
Journeys End, Brecon, Powys, LD3 0PH
11.57 Miles
Twilite Taxis
01432 358300
19 Blackthorn Close, Hereford, Herefordshire, HR2 7XU
11.64 Miles
Central Taxis
01432 279167
Grandstand Business Centre, Hereford, Herefordshire, HR4 9NS
11.86 Miles
Metro Cabs
01432 233331
7 Dewpond Close, Hereford, Herefordshire, HR4 9RR
12.05 Miles
Radnor And Kington Taxies
01547 560205
Lower House, Presteigne, Powys, LD8 2SA
12.06 Miles
Taxi Number 1
01432 343334
77 Stanberrow Road, Hereford, Herefordshire, HR2 7ND
12.25 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Bage
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Bedwardine
Weekday Last Collection:14:45
Saturday Last Collection:10:00
Westbrook
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Saturday Last Collection:09:15
Brobury
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:09:00
Winforton
Weekday Last Collection:15:00
Saturday Last Collection:11:30
Letton
Weekday Last Collection:11:30
Saturday Last Collection:11:30
Willersley
Weekday Last Collection:17:00
Saturday Last Collection:11:30
Clifford School
Weekday Last Collection:11:15
Saturday Last Collection:09:00
Moccas
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:09:00
Jarvis Trust
Weekday Last Collection:11:00
Saturday Last Collection:08:00
Millhalf
Weekday Last Collection:11:15
Saturday Last Collection:11:15
Priory Wood
Weekday Last Collection:10:30
Saturday Last Collection:09:00
Whitney-On-Wye
Weekday Last Collection:15:15
Saturday Last Collection:11:15
Priority Mailbox:
Special Mailbox:
Millstream Gardens
Weekday Last Collection:11:15
Saturday Last Collection:11:15
Peterchurch Po
Weekday Last Collection:15:15
Saturday Last Collection:11:15
Priority Mailbox:
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
The Staunton-On-Wye Surgery
01981 500227
Staunton On Wye
Hereford
Herefordshire
HR4 7LT
Peterchurch Surgery
01981 550322
Closure Place
Peterchurch
Hereford
Herefordshire
HR2 0RS
Weobley & Staunton On Wye Surgeries
01544 318472
The Surgery
Gadbridge Road
Weobley
Herefordshire
HR4 8SN
Kington Medical Practice
01544 230302
The Surgery
Eardisley Road
Kington
Herefordshire
HR5 3EA
Kington Medical Practice - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2
Eardisley Road
Kington
HR5 3EA
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Local Stores

Hay-On-Wye
Newport Street
Hay-On-Wye
Hereford
Herefordshire
HR3 5BZ
01497 820815
Store Website
4.94 miles
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SPAR - Whitney on Wye
Regent Garage
Whitney on Wye
HR3 6EH
01497831585
Store Website
3.4 miles
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Hay Veterinary Group Llp
Greenfields
Forest Road
Hay-On-Wye
Herefordshire
HR3 5FA
01497 820863
contact@hayvets.co.uk
Website
5.09 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
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Arrowfield Veterinary Practice Ltd
Butt'S Meadow
Hatton Gardens
Kington
Herefordshire
HR5 3DD
01544 230567
admin@arrowfieldvets.co.uk
Website
8.33 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Birds

Camelids

Cats

Cattle

Deer

Dogs

Equines

Exotic/Wild

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Poultry

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Poultry Health Services
Herriot House
Howton
Pontrilas
Hereford
Herefordshire
HR2 0BG
01981 241320
hereford@poultryhealthservices.com
Website
10.92 miles
Animals Treated
Poultry

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The Laurels Veterinary Group
Pontrilas Road
Ewyas Harold
Hereford
Herefordshire
HR2 0EL
01981 240333
manager@laurelsvets.com
Website
11.06 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Animals Treated
Birds

Cats

Dogs

Small Mammals

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Wye Valley Vets Ltd
Beech Business Park
Tillington Road
Hereford
Herefordshire
HR4 9QJ
01432 344338
chrisdixonvet@yahoo.co.uk
Website
11.08 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Animals Treated
Birds

Cats

Dogs

Exotic/Wild

Small Mammals

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Mortimer Equine Vets Ltd
The Hay Barn
Lynch Court
Erdisland
Leominster
Herefordshire
HR6 9AR
07979 220721
rowena@mortimerequinevets.co.uk
11.15 miles
Animals Treated
Equines

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Local Dog Walks

Queens Wood
Good Paths Flat In Parts Some Hills, Cafe And Toilets On Site.
Queenswood Country Park And Arboretum
Leominster
Lancashire
13.18 miles

Queens Wood Off A49
Location
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Queens Wood Leominster
A Nice Walk For Both Kids And Dogs. Different Routes To Take With A View Point Connecting A Few Routes Together.
Queenswood Country Park And Arboretum
Lancashire
13.18 miles

Queens Wood At The Top On The Hill.
Location
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Llanfoist
Walk Along Old Railway Line And Canal
Merthyr Rd
Gwent
Llanfoist
Abergavenny
NP7 9LR
18.78 miles

Location
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Vinnalls Loop Mortimers Forest
This Trail Ascends To The Summit Of The High Vinnalls Giving Panoramic Views In All Directions And Then Passes Through A Variety Of Timber Crops And Open Deer Lawns.
Wigmore Rd
Ludlow
Lancashire
SY8 2HG
20.07 miles

Location
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Black Pool Loop Trail 24?Km (15?Miles)
Black Pool Loop Trail 2.4?Km (1.5?Miles) Archaeological Features In This Area Include Quarries, Holloways (Ancient Sunken Cart Tracks) Charcoal Burning Platforms, And An Iron Age Settlement.
B4361
Lancashire
21.00 miles

Location
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Mortimer Forest
A Circular Dog Friendly Walk Through Mortimer Forest, Near Ludlow. The Black Pool Loop Trail (Orange Marked) Includes Archaeological Features Such As Quarries, Holloways (Ancient Sunken Cart Tracks), Charcoal Burning Platforms, And An Iron Age Settlement.
Lancashire
SY8 2HD
22.23 miles

Off The B4361 Ludlow To Richard's Castle Road, 2 Miles South-West Of Ludlow.
Location
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