Elmdale

Settlement in Herefordshire

England

Elmdale

Drive to a dwelling Drive leading to a dwelling just outside Pontrillas. — Drive to a dwelling Credit: Philip Halling

Elmdale is a small village located in the county of Herefordshire, England. Nestled amidst picturesque countryside, the village is situated about 5 miles northwest of the city of Hereford. Elmdale is known for its idyllic setting, characterized by rolling hills, meandering streams, and lush green fields.

The village itself is relatively small, with a population of around 500 residents. It exudes a charming, rustic atmosphere, with traditional stone houses and quaint cottages lining the streets. Elmdale is renowned for its sense of community, as locals often gather at the village pub, The Elm Tree Inn, which serves as a hub for socializing and events.

Despite its size, Elmdale boasts a surprising array of amenities and services. The village has a primary school, providing education for local children, and a village hall which hosts various events, including community meetings and celebrations. Additionally, there is a small convenience store that caters to daily needs.

The surrounding area offers numerous opportunities for outdoor activities and exploration. Elmdale is surrounded by beautiful walking trails, offering stunning views of the Herefordshire countryside. The nearby River Wye provides opportunities for fishing and boating enthusiasts, while golfers can enjoy the nearby golf courses.

With its tranquil ambiance, close-knit community, and access to natural beauty, Elmdale offers a peaceful and picturesque lifestyle for its residents, making it a desirable place to live in Herefordshire.

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Elmdale Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.951419/-2.8824409 or Grid Reference SO3928. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Drive to a dwelling

Drive leading to a dwelling just outside Pontrillas.

Philip Halling

Track and footpath

Access track to a dwelling, which also is the route of a footpath.

Philip Halling

Ponies on Ewyas Harold Common

Six Exmoor Ponies, and some sheep, are being used to graze parts of the common. There used to be more grazing on the common but scrub and young woodland has increased in the last few decades.

Hugh Venables

Property near Dore Abbey

Lovely place.

Jeremy Bolwell

Mole hills in the field

The moles have been very active here in the mild winter weather.

Jeremy Bolwell

View near Dore Abbey in January

It blends in to the landscape here after nearly 900 years.

Jeremy Bolwell

Southern boundary of Abbey Dore, Herefordshire

The B4347 from Ewyas Harold reaches the small village of Abbey Dore.

Jaggery

Entrance to the Old Rectory and Coach House, Abbey Dore

From the B4347 in the south of the village.

Jaggery

Road from Abbey Dore towards Ewyas Harold

Looking to the SE along the B4347 in rural south Herefordshire. The grey back of the Abbey Dore boundary sign Link is on the right.

Jaggery

The Neville Arms (Abbey Dore)

Here is the Neville Arms pub at Abbey Dore, viewed from a public footpath that goes up a steep hill.

Fabian Musto

The Village of Abbey Dore

Great view.

Fabian Musto

The Village of Abbey Dore

Great view.

Fabian Musto

The Neville Arms (Abbey Dore)

Here is the Neville Arms pub at Abbey Dore, viewed from a public footpath that goes up a steep hill.

Fabian Musto

Autumn Tree by Dore Abbey

There were many autumn trees by Dore Abbey at the time when I visited Abbey Dore.

Fabian Musto

Old Milepost by the B4347, Dore, Dulas parish

Cast iron post by the B4347, in parish of DULAS (District), Dore; 10m North of Dicks Pitch turn, in hedgerow, on West side of road. Harding Bros. iron T-post, erected by the District Council in the 19th/20th century. Inscription reads:- : TO / PETERCHURCH / 7 / MILES : : DORE RURAL / DISTRICT : : TO / PONTRILAS / 2 / MILES : Maker:- : HARDING / BROTHERS / HEREFORD. : Herefordshire SMR. SMR Number: 56742 Link

Milestone Society National ID: HF_PCPO07

Mike Faherty

Ewyas Harold Common

A group of trees near the top entrance to Ewyas Harold Common off Cwm Hill. The trees were planted in 1887 to commemorate Queen Victoria's Golden Jubilee.

Ian Capper

Ewyas Harold Common

A track leading to the top entrance to Ewyas Harold Common off Cwm Hill. The track originates from early in World War II when a former sandstone quarry on the common was used for the disposal of waste explosives from the nearby munitions depot built by the Ministry of Supply (in the area now used for the Pontrilas Army Training Area), with the concrete slabs laid to support the lorries. The trees in the background were planted in 1887 to commemorate Queen Victoria's Golden Jubilee. In the foreground is a patch of Meadow Saffron or Autumn Crocus (Colchicum autumnale) in leaf - these will in due course die back, to be replaced by the flower stems (pink crocus-like) later in the year, hence a further alternative name, Naked Lady. They occur widely across the Common and are thought to originate from plantings by the monks of Dore Abbey.

Ian Capper