Welcome to Winforton

Winforton is a small village located in the county of Herefordshire, England. It is situated on the banks of the River Wye and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village has a rich history dating back to the Roman times, and there are many historic buildings and landmarks to explore. One of the most notable landmarks is the 12th-century church of St. Michael and All Angels, which is a Grade I listed building.

The village of Winforton is a popular destination for tourists who are looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. The village is known for its peaceful and tranquil atmosphere, and there are many walking and cycling routes that allow visitors to explore the surrounding countryside. The River Wye is also a popular spot for fishing and canoeing, and there are several local companies that offer guided tours of the river.

Despite its small size, Winforton has a strong sense of community, and there are many local events and activities that take place throughout the year. The village has a pub, a village hall, and a primary school, and there are several local businesses that provide employment for residents. Overall, Winforton is a charming and picturesque village that offers visitors a glimpse into rural life in Herefordshire.

Local Schools

School	Details
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
Clifford Primary School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Sarah Scourfield	Clifford Hereford Herefordshire HR3 5HA 01497831202 School Website
Almeley Primary School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr Matthew Maund	Almeley Hereford Herefordshire HR3 6LH 01544327267 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
Kington Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Emma Bretherton	Mill Street Kington Herefordshire HR5 3AL 01544230363 School Website
Lady Hawkins School Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Paul Jennings	Park View Kington Herefordshire HR5 3AR 01544230441 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
Weobley Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Miss Stephen Warrell	Burton Wood Weobley Hereford Herefordshire HR4 8ST 01544318273 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Hereford Station Approach, Hereford, Herefordshire, HR1 1BB 13.98 Miles

Leominster Worcester Road, Leominster, Herefordshire, HR6 8AR 14.61 Miles

Knighton Station Road, Knighton, Powys, LD7 1DT 15.74 Miles

Dolau Station Road, Dolau, Powys, LD1 5TG 15.89 Miles

Pen-Y-Bont Station Road, Llandrindod Wells, Pen-Y-Bont, Powys, LD1 6RE 16.88 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Radnor And Kington Taxies 01547 560205 Bridge Street, Kington, Herefordshire, HR5 3DL 5.94 Miles
Taxi Us Transfers 07760 456324 Gypsy Castle/Hay On Wye, Kington, Herefordshire, HR5 3EG 6.05 Miles
Radnor And Kington Taxies 01547 560205 Lower House, Presteigne, Powys, LD8 2SA 9.74 Miles
Garrods Taxis 01544 267220 Broad St, Presteigne, Powys, LD8 2AF 10.90 Miles
Ultimate Chauffeurs Ltd 01432 760081 37 Leasown, Hereford, Herefordshire, HR4 7SA 11.13 Miles
Jenkins Chauffeur Hire 01432 351980 2 Huntington Court Cottages, Hereford, Herefordshire, HR4 7RA 11.99 Miles
Better Travel 07813 255991 10 Milbank, Presteigne, Powys, LD8 2EH 12.29 Miles
Access Taxis 01544 267739 Milbank, Presteigne, Powys, LD8 2EH 12.29 Miles
Evans Taxis 01874 711402 Journeys End, Brecon, Powys, LD3 0PH 12.32 Miles
Advanced Private Hire 01568 611111 38 Farmeadow Rd, Leominster, Herefordshire, HR6 9AB 13.05 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Winforton Collection Today available until:15:00 Weekday Last Collection:15:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:30
Willersley Collection Today available until:17:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:30
Millhalf Collection Today available until:11:15 Weekday Last Collection:11:15 Saturday Last Collection:11:15
Woodseaves Collection Today available until:11:30 Weekday Last Collection:11:30 Saturday Last Collection:09:15
Great Oak Collection Today available until:11:00 Weekday Last Collection:11:00 Saturday Last Collection:09:15
Millstream Gardens Collection Today available until:11:15 Weekday Last Collection:11:15 Saturday Last Collection:11:15
Eardisley Po Collection Today available until:16:30 Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:10:15 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Whitney-On-Wye Collection Today available until:15:15 Weekday Last Collection:15:15 Saturday Last Collection:11:15 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Lower Welson Collection Today available until:11:30 Weekday Last Collection:11:30 Saturday Last Collection:09:15
School House No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:08:00 Saturday Last Collection:08:00
Westbrook No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:09:15
Little Merthyr No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:09:00
Bage No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:09:15
The Quarry No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:15 Saturday Last Collection:09:15
Clifford School Collection Today available until:11:15 Weekday Last Collection:11:15 Saturday Last Collection:09:00

Local GP Practices

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

Local Stores

Hay-On-Wye
Newport Street
Hay-On-Wye
Hereford
Herefordshire
HR3 5BZ
01497 820815
Store Website
4.86 miles

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SPAR - Whitney on Wye
Regent Garage
Whitney on Wye
HR3 6EH
01497831585
Store Website
1.7 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 5.33 miles
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Arrowfield Veterinary Practice Ltd
Butt'S Meadow Hatton Gardens Kington Herefordshire HR5 3DD 01544 230567 admin@arrowfieldvets.co.uk Website 6.12 miles
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Mortimer Equine Vets Ltd
The Hay Barn Lynch Court Erdisland Leominster Herefordshire HR6 9AR 07979 220721 rowena@mortimerequinevets.co.uk 9.99 miles

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Hay Veterinary Group Talgarth
Hay Road Talgarth Brecon Powys LD3 0DG 01874 713111 contact@hayvets.co.uk Website 11.97 miles

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Wye Valley Vets Ltd
Beech Business Park Tillington Road Hereford Herefordshire HR4 9QJ 01432 344338 chrisdixonvet@yahoo.co.uk Website 12.18 miles
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Black Mountains Farm Service
Unit 4A Trefecca Road Talgarth Powys LD3 0PQ Website 12.29 miles

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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 13.25 miles Queens Wood Off A49

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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 13.25 miles Queens Wood At The Top On The Hill.

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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 18.55 miles

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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 19.68 miles

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

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Llanfoist
Walk Along Old Railway Line And Canal Merthyr Rd Gwent Llanfoist Abergavenny NP7 9LR 20.94 miles

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