Welcome to Pontshill

Pontshill is a small village located in the county of Herefordshire, England. The village is situated in the Wye Valley, which is known for its stunning natural beauty and picturesque landscapes. Pontshill is a peaceful and tranquil place, with a population of just over 100 people. The village is surrounded by rolling hills and lush green fields, making it an ideal location for those who enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and fishing.

One of the main attractions of Pontshill is its historic church, St. Mary's. The church dates back to the 12th century and is a fine example of Norman architecture. The church is open to visitors and is a popular destination for those interested in history and architecture. Another notable feature of the village is its traditional pub, The Crown Inn. The pub serves a range of local ales and traditional pub food, and is a popular spot for locals and visitors alike.

Pontshill is also home to a number of small businesses, including a farm shop and a pottery studio. The farm shop sells a range of locally sourced produce, including fresh fruit and vegetables, meat, and dairy products. The pottery studio offers workshops and classes for those interested in learning the art of pottery. Overall, Pontshill is a charming and idyllic village that offers a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of modern life.

Local Weather

Partly cloudy

Temp: 13.2°C

Feels Like: 11.6°C

Wind: 10.7 MPH

Wind Dir: W

Local Schools

School Details
St Josephs Rc Primary School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mr Hayley Francis
The Avenue
Walford Road
Ross On Wye
Herefordshire
HR9 5AW
01989564655
School Website
Ashfield Park Primary School
Community School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mr Steve Kendrick
Redhill Road
Ross On Wye
Herefordshire
HR9 5AU
01989562738
School Website
Walford Primary School
Community School
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Ms Louise George
Walford
Ross On Wye
Herefordshire
HR9 5SA
01989562209
School Website
Weston Under Penyard C Of E Primary School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Beth Stevens
School Lane
Weston-Under-Penyard
Ross On Wye
Herefordshire
HR9 7PA
01989563933
School Website
Brampton Abbotts C Of E Primary School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Mr Daniel Brearey
Brampton Road
Ross On Wye
Herefordshire
HR9 7FX
01989562256
School Website
John Kyrle High School And Sixth Form Centre Academy
Academy Converter
Ages:11-18
Head Teacher
Mr Julian Morgan
Ledbury Road
Ross On Wye
Herefordshire
HR9 7ET
01989764358
School Website
Bridstow C Of E Primary School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mr Dan Brearey
Bridstow
Ross On Wye
Herefordshire
HR9 6PZ
01989562623
School Website
Goodrich C Of E Primary School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs K Miles
Goodrich
Ross On Wye
Herefordshire
HR9 6HY
01600890422
School Website
Lea C Of E Primary School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Diana Atkinson
Lea
Ross On Wye
Herefordshire
HR9 7JY
01989750296
School Website
Ruardean Church Of England Primary School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Simon Manning
School Road
Ruardean
Gloucestershire
GL17 9XQ
01594542461
School Website
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Ledbury
The Homend, Ledbury, Herefordshire, HR8 1AR
11.90 Miles
Lydney
Station Road, Lydney, Gloucestershire, GL15 5EW
12.62 Miles
Hereford
Station Approach, Hereford, Herefordshire, HR1 1BB
12.95 Miles
Gloucester
Bruton Way, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 1DE
14.25 Miles
Cam And Dursley
Box Road, Near Cam, Gloucestershire, GL11 5DJ
15.38 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
Alan's Airport Services
01989 564851
8 Watling Street, Ross On Wye, Herefordshire, HR9 5UF
1.23 Miles
S R Taxis
01989 566246
5 Cantilupe Road, Ross On Wye, Herefordshire, HR9 7AN
1.36 Miles
Alans Taxis
01989 563297
A/20 Brookend St, Ross On Wye, Herefordshire, HR9 7EE
1.49 Miles
Simons Taxi
01989 568629
63 Three Crosses Road, Ross On Wye, Herefordshire, HR9 7HB
1.78 Miles
A1 Daztaxis
01989 768738
Highways Gray Tree, Ross On Wye, Herefordshire, HR9 7HY
2.07 Miles
Mikes Taxis
01989 567738
6 Blackthorn Cl, Ross On Wye, Herefordshire, HR9 7JT
2.13 Miles
Bentley Chauffeur Drive
01989 750140
Wharton Lodge, Ross On Wye, Herefordshire, HR9 7JX
2.41 Miles
Somerville Private Hire
01531 552001
Heather Bank, Ross On Wye, Herefordshire, HR9 7JE
2.79 Miles
Pams Private Hire
01594 860575
The Willows, Drybrook, Gloucestershire, GL17 9QH
4.64 Miles
Spright Cars
01600 700110
Cedars House, Ross On Wye, Herefordshire, HR9 6DQ
4.74 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Tudorville Po
Weekday Last Collection:16:15
Saturday Last Collection:11:45
Priority Mailbox:
Special Mailbox:
Ross On Wye Sorting Office Lh Side
Weekday Last Collection:18:00
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Priority Mailbox:
Special Mailbox:
Ross On Wye Sorting Office
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Saturday Last Collection:11:45
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The Malting Lh Side
Weekday Last Collection:17:30
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The Maltings
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Morrisons
Weekday Last Collection:17:00
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Holcombe
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Weston Under Penyard
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Penyard Gardens
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Forest Green
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Walford Court
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Walford Old Po
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Home Farm
Weekday Last Collection:00:00
Saturday Last Collection:09:15
Bollitree
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Queach
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
Pendeen Surgery - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2
Kent Avenue
Ross-On-Wye
HR9 5AH
Pendeen Surgery - Covid Local Vaccination Service
Kent Avenue
Ross-On-Wye
HR9 5AH
Pendeen Surgery
01989 763535
Pendeen Surgery
Kent Avenue
Ross-On-Wye
Herefordshire
HR9 5AH
Alton Street Surgery
01989 563646
Alton Street Surgery
Alton Street
Ross-On-Wye
Herefordshire
HR9 5AB
Ruardean Surgery
High Street (Rear Of Memorial Hall)
Ruardean
Ruardean
Gloucestershire
GL17 9US
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Local Stores

Ross on Wye - Overross Street
Overross Street
Ross on Wye
Herefordshire
HR9 7AS
01989 769774
Store Website
1.63 miles
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SPAR Ross On Wye
9 Broad Street
Ross On Wye
HR9 7EA
01989 566454
Store Website
1.5 miles
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Vine Tree Vets
Walford Road
Ross-On-Wye
Herefordshire
HR9 5RS
01989 564687
reception@vinetreevets.co.uk
1.00 miles
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Chaseview Veterinary Clinic Ltd
Hildersley
Ross-On-Wye
Herefordshire
HR9 7NJ
01989 562251
info@chaseviewvets.co.uk
Website
1.23 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
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Dogs

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Bristol Veterinary Centre T/A Vets Barn
Harts Barn Farm
Longhope
Gloucestershire
GL17 0QD
01452 830086
longhope@vetsbarn.co.uk
Website
4.82 miles
Amenities
Client car park

Animals Treated
Cats

Dogs

Equines

Small Mammals

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Sundean Veterinary Clinic
9 Heywood Road
Cinderford
Gloucestershire
GL14 2PL
01594 826688
forest@petsbarn.co.uk
Website
5.77 miles
Animals Treated
Cats

Dogs

Poultry

Small Mammals

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Carrot Tops Mobile Surgery For Pets
50B Railway Road
Cinderford
Gloucestershire
GL14 3HL
01594 824 765
enquiries@carrottopsmobilesurgery.co.uk
Website
6.63 miles
Amenities
Mobile services only

Animals Treated
Cats

Dogs

Poultry

Small Mammals

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Paterson Equine Clinic Ltd
Weaven Villa
Little Dewchcurch
Hereford
Herefordshire
HR2 6QB
01432 800832
thevetsoffice@gmail.com
Website
7.12 miles
Animals Treated
Equines

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Local Dog Walks

Bracelands To Symonds Yat
This 6 Mile Walk Has A Number Of Possible Start Points. We Started At The Bracelands Campsite Entrance (Grid Ref So561130) Where There Is Parking For Those Not Straying At The Site. An Alternative Start Is The Symonds Yat Car Park.Although The Stretch Along The "Wye Valley Walk" Is Flat, There Is A Steep Climb To The Symonds Yat View Point And Steady Climb Back To Bracelands. There Are Stunning Views Of The River Wye, Evidence Of Wild Boar In The Woods And Varied Woodland.
2 Braceland Cottages
Braceland
Coleford
GL16 7NP
6.43 miles

Parking On Road Or Down By The &Quot;Retreat&Quot; Shop. Alternatively, Stay At The Campsite And Walk From There.
Location
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Gullet Quarry Malvern
2 Fairoaks Cottages
Hollybush
Ledbury
Lancashire
HR8 1EU
13.68 miles

Grid Ref: So 760380 From Welland Take The B4208 South Towards Gloucester. You Enter The Open Area Of Castlemorton Common. At The End Of This Straight Section Of Road Turn Right- If You Pass A Pub You Have Gone Too Far. Carry Along Narrow Track For 3/4 Mile
Location
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Haresfield Beacon
There Are Several Routes You Can Take Once At The Beacon. You Can Either Walk Across The Fields To The Viewing Point, This Walk Is Fairly Flat. You Can Also Walk In The Woods Which Has Several Paths To Take Ranging From A Short Easy Pace To A Longer Hilly Path.
Haresfield Ln
14.64 miles

Head To Haresfield Beacon. Drove Down The Lane And You Will See An Enclosed Gravel Carpal. There Are Several Routes You Can Take
Location
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Edge Valley Of Gloucester
A Walk Through The Woods Along The Side Of A Spur In The Valley Of Gloucester. Established Tracks Available But Always Best To Create Your Own.
Cotswold Way
Stroud
GL6 6PR
16.36 miles

Location
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Coaley Peak
A Circular Dog Walk At Coaley Peak Viewpoint, Offering Fantastic Views At The Beginning Of The Walk. The Walk Starts At A Picnic Site, Ideal As A Start Or End-Point To This 3-Mile Walk.
GL10 3TP
16.93 miles

From Stroud, Take The B4066 Heading South. Go Through Selsley And Remain On The Road Until You See A Brown Road Sign Pointing Right To 'Picnic Area / Viewpoint / Nympsfield Long Barrow'.
Stinchcombe Hill
A Circular Dog Friendly Walk At Stinchcombe Hill, Which Lies To The West Of Dursley. You Will Experience Superb Views From Parts Of The Walk And Circle Part Of Stinchcombe Golf Course.
GL11 6AQ
17.18 miles

From Dursley, Head West Toward Stinchcombe Hill Golf Club. Follow The Road Up. The First Car Park Is For The Golf Course, So Continue Past That A Short While Until Reaching Stinchcombe Hill Car Park, On Your Left.
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