Bearwood, Lower

Settlement in Herefordshire

England

Bearwood, Lower

Children's play area, Pembridge — Children's play area, Pembridge Credit: Jonathan Thacker

Bearwood is a small village located in Lower Herefordshire, England. Situated in the picturesque Wye Valley, the village is surrounded by beautiful countryside and offers a tranquil and idyllic setting. It is approximately 7 miles northwest of the city of Hereford and is easily accessible via the A49 road.

Despite its small size, Bearwood boasts a tight-knit community and a rich history. The village is known for its charming traditional cottages and historic buildings, including the Grade II listed Bearwood House, a stunning Georgian mansion that dates back to the 18th century.

The village is surrounded by lush green fields and rolling hills, making it a popular destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. The nearby River Wye offers opportunities for fishing and leisurely walks along its banks, while the surrounding woodlands are perfect for hiking and exploring.

Although Bearwood is primarily a residential area, there are a few amenities within the village, including a local pub and a village hall which hosts various community events throughout the year. For more extensive amenities, residents can easily access the nearby city of Hereford, which offers a wide range of shops, restaurants, and leisure facilities.

Overall, Bearwood is a charming and peaceful village that offers a serene countryside lifestyle while still providing convenient access to nearby towns and cities. Its natural beauty and sense of community make it an attractive place to live or visit for those seeking a slower pace of life.

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Bearwood, Lower Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.20854/-2.8906303 or Grid Reference SO3957. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Children's play area, Pembridge

Children's play area, Pembridge

Jonathan Thacker

School and War Memorial, Pembridge

School and War Memorial, Pembridge

Jonathan Thacker

West End Farmhouse West End Farmhouse in Pembridge. This timber-framed house may date back to the 14th century; the house is Grade II listed, see: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1301087?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1301087?section=official-list-entry">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>

West End Farmhouse

West End Farmhouse in Pembridge. This timber-framed house may date back to the 14th century; the house is Grade II listed, see: Link

The A44 entering Pembridge The A44 entering Pembridge from the west.

The A44 entering Pembridge

The A44 entering Pembridge from the west.

Georgian house on West Street Georgian house on West Street in Pembridge.

Georgian house on West Street

Georgian house on West Street in Pembridge.

The Market Hall, Pembridge Pembridge&#039;s Market Hall is Grade II* listed and dates from the 16th century <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1081729?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1081729?section=official-list-entry">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> The New Inn can be seen in the background.

The Market Hall, Pembridge

Pembridge's Market Hall is Grade II* listed and dates from the 16th century Link

The New Inn can be seen in the background.

Pembridge Church St Mary&#039;s church, Pembridge dates back to the 12th century and is Grade I listed <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1081754?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1081754?section=official-list-entry">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>. The church is rare due to its detached bell tower which is reminiscent of Norwegian stave churches. Detached towers are a feature of Herefordshire, this is one of seven churches in the county with detached bell towers. Some of the timbers in the bell tower date from the early 13th century and is Grade I listed, see: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1081754?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1081754?section=official-list-entry">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>

Pembridge Church

St Mary's church, Pembridge dates back to the 12th century and is Grade I listed Link

. The church is rare due to its detached bell tower which is reminiscent of Norwegian stave churches. Detached towers are a feature of Herefordshire, this is one of seven churches in the county with detached bell towers. Some of the timbers in the bell tower date from the early 13th century and is Grade I listed, see: Link

Pembridge bell tower The bell tower which is reminiscent of Norwegian stave churches. Detached bell towers are a feature of Herefordshire, this is one of seven churches in the county with detached bell towers. Some of the timbers in the bell tower date from the early 13th century and is Grade I listed, see: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1081754?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1081754?section=official-list-entry">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>

Pembridge bell tower

The bell tower which is reminiscent of Norwegian stave churches. Detached bell towers are a feature of Herefordshire, this is one of seven churches in the county with detached bell towers. Some of the timbers in the bell tower date from the early 13th century and is Grade I listed, see: Link

Pembridge bell tower The bell tower which is reminiscent of Norwegian stave churches. Detached bell towers are a feature of Herefordshire, this is one of seven churches in the county with detached bell towers. Some of the timbers in the bell tower date from the early 13th century and is Grade I listed, see: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1081754?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1081754?section=official-list-entry">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>

Pembridge bell tower

The bell tower which is reminiscent of Norwegian stave churches. Detached bell towers are a feature of Herefordshire, this is one of seven churches in the county with detached bell towers. Some of the timbers in the bell tower date from the early 13th century and is Grade I listed, see: Link

Timbers within Pembridge bell tower Some of these timbers within the bell tower at Pembridge have been dated to the beginning of the 13th century. Here is a view of the tower from outside <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7269358">SO3958 : Pembridge bell tower</a> <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7269352">SO3958 : Pembridge Church</a>. It is reminiscent of Stave churches I have seen in Norway when travelling in Scandinavia many years ago, though the timbers are much heavier in this tower.

Timbers within Pembridge bell tower

Some of these timbers within the bell tower at Pembridge have been dated to the beginning of the 13th century. Here is a view of the tower from outside SO3958 : Pembridge bell tower SO3958 : Pembridge Church. It is reminiscent of Stave churches I have seen in Norway when travelling in Scandinavia many years ago, though the timbers are much heavier in this tower.

Timbers within Pembridge bell tower Some of these timbers within the bell tower at Pembridge have been dated to the beginning of the 13th century. Here is a view of the tower from outside <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7269358">SO3958 : Pembridge bell tower</a> <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7269352">SO3958 : Pembridge Church</a>. It is reminiscent of Stave churches I have seen in Norway when travelling in Scandinavia many years ago, though the timbers are much heavier in this tower.

Timbers within Pembridge bell tower

Some of these timbers within the bell tower at Pembridge have been dated to the beginning of the 13th century. Here is a view of the tower from outside SO3958 : Pembridge bell tower SO3958 : Pembridge Church. It is reminiscent of Stave churches I have seen in Norway when travelling in Scandinavia many years ago, though the timbers are much heavier in this tower.

Memorial effigies in Pembridge church These two late 14th century memorial effigies are thought to be of John Gour and his wife. He is thought to be wearing the clothes of someone in the legal profession or possibly a Sergent-at-Law in the service of the Mortimers.

Memorial effigies in Pembridge church

These two late 14th century memorial effigies are thought to be of John Gour and his wife. He is thought to be wearing the clothes of someone in the legal profession or possibly a Sergent-at-Law in the service of the Mortimers.

Memorial effigies in Pembridge church These two late 14th century memorial effigies are thought to be of John Gour and his wife. He is thought to be wearing the clothes of someone in the legal profession or possibly a Sergent-at-Law in the service of the Mortimers.

Memorial effigies in Pembridge church

These two late 14th century memorial effigies are thought to be of John Gour and his wife. He is thought to be wearing the clothes of someone in the legal profession or possibly a Sergent-at-Law in the service of the Mortimers.

Memorial in Pembridge church Memorial effigies from the mid-14th century possibly of Nicholas Gour and his wife.

Memorial in Pembridge church

Memorial effigies from the mid-14th century possibly of Nicholas Gour and his wife.

Memorial effigies, Pembridge church These 14th century memorial effigies in Pembridge church are thought to be of Nicholas Gour and his wife in the foreground and beyond the effigy of his son John and his wife.

Memorial effigies, Pembridge church

These 14th century memorial effigies in Pembridge church are thought to be of Nicholas Gour and his wife in the foreground and beyond the effigy of his son John and his wife.

Pulpit in Pembridge church Jacobean pulpit in Pembridge church.

Pulpit in Pembridge church

Jacobean pulpit in Pembridge church.

Pulpit in Pembridge church Jacobean pulpit in Pembridge church.

Pulpit in Pembridge church

Jacobean pulpit in Pembridge church.

Jacobean lectern Jacobean lectern with intricate carving in St Mary the Virgin church, Pembridge.

Jacobean lectern

Jacobean lectern with intricate carving in St Mary the Virgin church, Pembridge.

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Bearwood, Lower is located at Grid Ref: SO3957 (Lat: 52.20854, Lng: -2.8906303)

Unitary Authority: County of Herefordshire

Police Authority: West Mercia

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Lower Bearwood

Is In: Herefordshire,England,UK

Place: hamlet

Source: NPE

Lat/Long: 52.2076826/-2.889489

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 52.2125505/-2.8894942

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 52.212521/-2.8906193

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 52.2124675/-2.8927705

Generator Method: photovoltaic

Generator Output Electricity: yes

Generator Source: solar

Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel

Location: roof

Power: generator

Lat/Long: 52.20975/-2.8915635

Barrier: stile

Lat/Long: 52.21185/-2.8920727

Barrier: stile

Lat/Long: 52.2122481/-2.8925852

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