Hethelpit Cross

Settlement in Worcestershire Forest of Dean

England

Hethelpit Cross

Grazing near Round Bush Farm
Grazing near Round Bush Farm Credit: JThomas

Hethelpit Cross is a small village located in Worcestershire, England. Situated in the heart of the county, it is surrounded by picturesque countryside and is known for its charming rural atmosphere. The village is nestled between the larger towns of Kidderminster and Bromsgrove, offering a peaceful retreat from the bustle of urban life.

Hethelpit Cross is characterized by its traditional architecture, with many houses dating back centuries. The village center features a quaint square, where locals gather and enjoy the community spirit. The local church, St. Mary's, is a prominent landmark and holds regular services for the villagers.

Although small in size, Hethelpit Cross offers a range of amenities to cater to its residents' needs. There is a village shop providing essential goods, as well as a cozy pub where locals and visitors can relax and socialize. The village also has a primary school, ensuring that families have easy access to education for their children.

The surrounding countryside offers plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities and exploration. Footpaths and bridleways lead through rolling hills and woodland, making it an ideal location for walking, cycling, and horse riding enthusiasts. The nearby Clent Hills, with their stunning panoramic views, are a popular destination for locals and visitors alike.

Hethelpit Cross is well-connected to larger towns and cities in the area. The village is easily accessible by road, with good links to the A448 and A4484, providing convenient connections to Kidderminster, Bromsgrove, and beyond.

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Hethelpit Cross Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.964199/-2.328907 or Grid Reference SO7729. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Grazing near Round Bush Farm
Grazing near Round Bush Farm
Hawcross Lane Towards Hawcross.
Hawcross Lane
Towards Hawcross.
Old barn, Round Bush Farm
Old barn, Round Bush Farm
Bend in the A417 towards Ledbury
Bend in the A417 towards Ledbury
Cereal crop and track near Hethelpit Cross Off the A417.
Cereal crop and track near Hethelpit Cross
Off the A417.
Hawgreen House on the A417, Staunton.
Hawgreen
House on the A417, Staunton.
A417, Staunton Towards Ledbury.
A417, Staunton
Towards Ledbury.
The Swan Inn, Staunton  On Ledbury Road.
Closed on 26th June 2021, but hoping to reopen in the future.
The Swan Inn, Staunton
On Ledbury Road. Closed on 26th June 2021, but hoping to reopen in the future.
B4213, Staunton Heading east towards Tewkesbury.
B4213, Staunton
Heading east towards Tewkesbury.
Elizabeth II postbox on Ledbury Road, Staunton On the Post Office.
Postbox No. GL19 158.

See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6949183">SO7929 : Post Office and shop on Ledbury Road, Staunton</a> for context.
Elizabeth II postbox on Ledbury Road, Staunton
On the Post Office. Postbox No. GL19 158. See SO7929 : Post Office and shop on Ledbury Road, Staunton for context.
Post Office and shop on Ledbury Road, Staunton Showing position of Postbox No. GL19 158.

See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6949179">SO7929 : Elizabeth II postbox on Ledbury Road, Staunton</a> for postbox.
Post Office and shop on Ledbury Road, Staunton
Showing position of Postbox No. GL19 158. See SO7929 : Elizabeth II postbox on Ledbury Road, Staunton for postbox.
Elizabeth II postbox on Ledbury Road, Staunton Postbox No. GL19 214.
Elizabeth II postbox on Ledbury Road, Staunton
Postbox No. GL19 214.
Small grass field near Stanbrook Farm
Small grass field near Stanbrook Farm
Sladbrook, near Staunton Dates from c1750 to 1800 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1156761" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1156761">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Sladbrook, near Staunton
Dates from c1750 to 1800 LinkExternal link
Sladbrook Lane
Sladbrook Lane
Grass field near Hethelpit Cross
Grass field near Hethelpit Cross
Fishing pond, Staunton Court Seen from the churchyard which stands substantially higher than the pond.
Fishing pond, Staunton Court
Seen from the churchyard which stands substantially higher than the pond.
Farm track to Staunton Court The track is also a public footpath.
Farm track to Staunton Court
The track is also a public footpath.
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Hethelpit Cross is located at Grid Ref: SO7729 (Lat: 51.964199, Lng: -2.328907)

Administrative County: Gloucestershire

District: Forest of Dean

Police Authority: Gloucestershire

What 3 Words

///mopped.neatly.curiosity. Near Corse, Gloucestershire

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