Lower Redbrook

Settlement in Monmouthshire

Wales

Lower Redbrook

Woodland footpath This footpath in woodland on Highbury Plains is followed by Offa's Dyke Path.
Woodland footpath Credit: Philip Halling

Lower Redbrook is a quaint village located in Monmouthshire, Wales. Situated along the banks of the River Wye, it offers stunning views of the surrounding countryside. With a population of around 300, the village exudes a peaceful and close-knit atmosphere.

The history of Lower Redbrook can be traced back to the 18th century when it was a thriving industrial community centered around the iron and tinplate industries. Today, remnants of its industrial past can still be seen in the form of old factories and warehouses.

The village is home to a number of charming stone cottages, some of which date back to the 19th century. These traditional buildings add to the village's charm and character. The Wye Valley Walk, a popular hiking trail that follows the course of the River Wye, passes through Lower Redbrook, attracting outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers.

Lower Redbrook offers a range of amenities to its residents and visitors. The village has a local pub that serves delicious food and drinks, providing a cozy spot to unwind and socialize. Additionally, there is a community hall that hosts various events and gatherings throughout the year.

The surrounding natural beauty of Lower Redbrook makes it an ideal destination for outdoor activities. Boating, fishing, and hiking are popular pastimes in the area. The nearby Wye Valley also offers opportunities for wildlife spotting and birdwatching.

Overall, Lower Redbrook is a picturesque village that combines a rich industrial heritage with stunning natural landscapes, making it an appealing destination for both locals and tourists alike.

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Lower Redbrook Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.784043/-2.6710693 or Grid Reference SO5309. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Woodland footpath This footpath in woodland on Highbury Plains is followed by Offa's Dyke Path.
Woodland footpath
This footpath in woodland on Highbury Plains is followed by Offa's Dyke Path.
Footpath in Highbury Wood Footpath through Highbury Wood above Redbrook.  Offa's Dyke Path follows this footpath.
Footpath in Highbury Wood
Footpath through Highbury Wood above Redbrook. Offa's Dyke Path follows this footpath.
View From Highbury Woods To Lower Redbrook
View From Highbury Woods
To Lower Redbrook
Bridge Over The River Wye Connecting Lower Redbrook to the lovely Boat Inn!
Bridge Over The River Wye
Connecting Lower Redbrook to the lovely Boat Inn!
Boat Inn Near Redbrook A lovely looking place. Sadly we were there before opening time
Boat Inn Near Redbrook
A lovely looking place. Sadly we were there before opening time
A Line Of Land Rovers In Redbrook A fine display of all ages
A Line Of Land Rovers In Redbrook
A fine display of all ages
Newland Almshouses With the magnificent cross in the foreground
Newland Almshouses
With the magnificent cross in the foreground
The Ostrich, Newland An ancient inn from the 17th century. Many of the occupants of the centuries old graves opposite could well have drunk there!
The Ostrich, Newland
An ancient inn from the 17th century. Many of the occupants of the centuries old graves opposite could well have drunk there!
Newland Parish Church The 'cathedral of the forest'
Newland Parish Church
The 'cathedral of the forest'
Redbrook, Wye Valley A view of Redbrook on a misty morning, taken with a medium format Mamiya twin lens camera.
Redbrook, Wye Valley
A view of Redbrook on a misty morning, taken with a medium format Mamiya twin lens camera.
On a footpath through the grounds of The Argoed near Penallt Lovely parkland here.
On a footpath through the grounds of The Argoed near Penallt
Lovely parkland here.
Rear of the Argoed at Penallt A lovely Victorian country house above the Wye Valley, once owned by Robert Plant, lead singer of Led Zeppelin, who recorded some albums at nearby Rockfield Studios in the 1980's. 

It has since been owned by a branch of my family (a great grandfather in common) who prospered in a chain of sports shops and other business interests I believe.

This house has its own Wikipedia article, impressive.<span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Argoed,_Penallt" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Argoed,_Penallt">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>
Rear of the Argoed at Penallt
A lovely Victorian country house above the Wye Valley, once owned by Robert Plant, lead singer of Led Zeppelin, who recorded some albums at nearby Rockfield Studios in the 1980's. It has since been owned by a branch of my family (a great grandfather in common) who prospered in a chain of sports shops and other business interests I believe. This house has its own Wikipedia article, impressive.LinkExternal link
View across the River Wye near Whitebrook To a fishing bothy on the English bank.
View across the River Wye near Whitebrook
To a fishing bothy on the English bank.
Fishing bothy on the River Wye Nice bothy.
Fishing bothy on the River Wye
Nice bothy.
On the Wye Valley Walk between Whitebrook and Redbrook On the old railway line trackbed.
On the Wye Valley Walk between Whitebrook and Redbrook
On the old railway line trackbed.
Fishing bothy on the River Wye Lovely location on a slow bend of the river.
Fishing bothy on the River Wye
Lovely location on a slow bend of the river.
Junction of tracks I wonder where the other one goes to or comes from.
Junction of tracks
I wonder where the other one goes to or comes from.
Carving beside the Wye Valley Walk A really good carving of two salmon I believe.
Carving beside the Wye Valley Walk
A really good carving of two salmon I believe.
Show me another place!

Lower Redbrook is located at Grid Ref: SO5309 (Lat: 51.784043, Lng: -2.6710693)

Unitary Authority: Monmouthshire

Police Authority: Gwent

What 3 Words

///swung.guideline.houseboat. Near Coleford, Gloucestershire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 51.784043,-2.6710693
Bus Stop
Newland Turn
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Bus: yes
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Bus Stop
Wye's Green
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Bus Stop
Wye's Green
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Redbrook
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Penallt
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Redbrook on Wye
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Crossing
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Restaurant
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Post Office
Redbrook Village Stores
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Telephone
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Pub
The Bell Inn
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Opening Hours: Mo-Su 12:00-15:00,19:00-23:00
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Phone: +441600 713612
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Post Box
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Note: Reference obscured (Aug-22)
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Defibrillator
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Give Way
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Post Box
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Pub
Boat Inn
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Addr Postcode: NP25 4AJ
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Addr Housename: Wye View
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Addr City: Monmouth
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Addr Housename: Steps Cottage
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Recycling
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Indoor: no
Level: 0
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Drinking Water
Access: yes
Bottle: yes
Covered: no
Fee: no
Indoor: no
Lit: yes
Operator: Redbrook Village Stores
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Waste Basket
Covered: no
Indoor: no
Level: 0
Opening Hours: 24/7
Operator: Forest of Dean District COuncil
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Advertising: board
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