Ballingham Hill

Settlement in Herefordshire

England

Ballingham Hill

Ballingham Hill is a small village located in Herefordshire, a county in the West Midlands region of England. Situated on the eastern bank of the River Wye, it is surrounded by picturesque countryside and offers stunning views of the Herefordshire landscape.

The village has a rich history, with evidence of human habitation dating back to the Roman era. Today, it is a peaceful and idyllic place with a close-knit community. The population of Ballingham Hill is relatively small, with just a few hundred residents.

The village is known for its beautiful natural surroundings, including rolling hills, lush green fields, and meandering rivers. It is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, offering numerous walking and cycling trails that showcase the area's diverse flora and fauna. The nearby River Wye is also a haven for fishing and boating enthusiasts.

In terms of amenities, Ballingham Hill has a few local shops, a village hall, and a charming pub that serves traditional English food and beverages. However, for more extensive shopping and entertainment options, residents can easily access the nearby towns of Hereford and Ross-on-Wye.

Overall, Ballingham Hill is a tranquil and picturesque village that offers a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. It is a place where residents and visitors alike can appreciate the beauty of nature and enjoy a close-knit community atmosphere.

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Ballingham Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.984783/-2.6275428 or Grid Reference SO5732. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Bend in the Wye at Ballingham Hill

View north-east from above the houses at Ballingham Hill.

Trevor Rickard

River Wye near Shepherd's Rough

Looking north-east at the sweeping bend with Haugh Wood on the horizon. A tranquil scene on an August evening.

Trevor Rickard

The Wye Valley from Capler Wood

Teepees in the fields

Anthony Parkes

Lane and path down to the River Wye

Obviously a scenic and popular spot for accessing the river for walking, fishing, dog walking etc.

Jeremy Bolwell

Riverside path below Capler Wood

The path here runs above the banks of the impressive River Wye.

Jeremy Bolwell

Part of the Herefordshire Wye

Could this scene be more Herefordshire? A muscular river, lush meadows, rolling fields and a decent sized herd of Herefords grazing placidly on the far bank.

Jeremy Bolwell

Woodpile below Capler Wood

The ends of the logs have had smiley faces drawn on them. Someone with a sense of humour and an eye for detail I like.

Jeremy Bolwell

Chimney beside the River Wye

I guess the remains of a fishing bothy, seasonal cottage, river bailiffs residence?

Jeremy Bolwell

Tipi's beside the River Wye

What a great spot for a campsite. I like a tipi. This is presumably a site used by paddlers heading downstream in Canadian canoes or kayaks who stop off overnight.

Jeremy Bolwell

Tipi's beside the Wye

The tipi's echo the steeple above.

Jeremy Bolwell

Verdun Cottage

Built post WWI I assume. It has obviously been well looked after.

Jeremy Bolwell

Redbrick cottages beside the road

A bit of a good cottage garden going on here with Lupins, roses etc. More!

Jeremy Bolwell

Path and lane junction

I assume that the building there is a converted schoolroom maybe.

Jeremy Bolwell

Part of the Wye Valley Walk

Sunlight plays over some poppy fields down there and the field edge path is well maintained here.

Jeremy Bolwell

Summer meadows off the Wye Valley Walk

A combination of plenty of rain and today at least some sunshine has resulted in a verdant lushness in hedgerow, meadow and bank.

Jeremy Bolwell

Trackbed of dismantled railway at Ballingham

This was once part of the railway line which ran from Ross-on-Wye to Hereford. The photograph was taken from the road bridge over the line.

Richard Green

The former Ballingham railway station.

The relatively modest buildings of this little used station on the Ross-on-Wye to Hereford line have been greatly extended to form this house. The station was actually nearer to Carey than Ballingham! The photograph was taken from the road bridge that still spans the railway route.

Richard Green