Leysters Pole

Settlement in Herefordshire

England

Leysters Pole

Duke of York, Leysters
Duke of York, Leysters Credit: Chris Whippet

Leysters is a small village located in the county of Herefordshire, England. Situated approximately six miles east of the town of Leominster, it is surrounded by picturesque countryside and boasts a peaceful and rural atmosphere. With a population of around 300 residents, Leysters is a close-knit community that offers a tranquil and idyllic lifestyle.

The village is known for its historic beauty and charm, with many buildings dating back several centuries. One notable landmark is Leysters Pole, a stone cross that stands in the heart of the village. Believed to be of medieval origin, the cross is a remnant of the area's rich history and serves as a focal point for the community.

Leysters also offers a range of amenities for its residents. These include a local pub, The Oak Inn, which provides a friendly gathering place for locals and visitors alike. Additionally, the village features a primary school, providing education for young children within the area.

Surrounded by rolling green fields and peaceful countryside, Leysters is an ideal location for those seeking a serene rural lifestyle. It offers ample opportunities for outdoor activities, such as walking, cycling, and horse riding, with many scenic routes and trails in the vicinity.

Overall, Leysters is a charming village in Herefordshire that offers a peaceful and historic setting, making it an attractive place to live or visit for those seeking a slower pace of life in a beautiful rural environment.

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Leysters Pole Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.270355/-2.6469127 or Grid Reference SO5563. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Duke of York, Leysters
Duke of York, Leysters
St Andrew, Leysters In a quite wonderful setting and full of interest.
St Andrew, Leysters
In a quite wonderful setting and full of interest.
St Andrew, Leysters The South side, seen from the moated Norman site next door. My feet bear witness to the fact that the site is still moated. A fabulous setting in a county that abounds in them.
St Andrew, Leysters
The South side, seen from the moated Norman site next door. My feet bear witness to the fact that the site is still moated. A fabulous setting in a county that abounds in them.
St Andrew, Leysters A fascinating little church in a quite magically tranquil setting.
St Andrew, Leysters
A fascinating little church in a quite magically tranquil setting.
St Andrew, Leysters The interior, showing the fine 14th century nave roof. The ancient font came from Pudleston.
St Andrew, Leysters
The interior, showing the fine 14th century nave roof. The ancient font came from Pudleston.
St Andrew, Leysters SE chancel window dating from 1915. A late work by Morris & Co, to a design by Burne-Jones.
St Andrew, Leysters
SE chancel window dating from 1915. A late work by Morris & Co, to a design by Burne-Jones.
Church House, Leysters An unspoilt 18th century farmhouse with enormous contemporary outbuildings. A costume drama setting just waiting to be discovered.
Church House, Leysters
An unspoilt 18th century farmhouse with enormous contemporary outbuildings. A costume drama setting just waiting to be discovered.
Leysters
Leysters
Field, Wilden Taken while opening the gate on the road.
Field, Wilden
Taken while opening the gate on the road.
Stubble, Woonton Unusual field, it's almost always winter sown crops now, and here most fields are under grass.
Stubble, Woonton
Unusual field, it's almost always winter sown crops now, and here most fields are under grass.
Duke of York, Leysters Leysters is a long hilltop village.
Duke of York, Leysters
Leysters is a long hilltop village.
Pasture below Leysters A gentle slope up from the Teme at Little Hereford. The trees are growing beside a brook.
Pasture below Leysters
A gentle slope up from the Teme at Little Hereford. The trees are growing beside a brook.
Five Ashes A Victoria cypher post box, Middleton on the Hill.
Five Ashes
A Victoria cypher post box, Middleton on the Hill.
Potato field, Leysters Near the church and presumably former site of the village.
Potato field, Leysters
Near the church and presumably former site of the village.
Farmland near Leysters. Taken just off the Tenbury - Leominster road which traverses some quite high ground. View towards Clee Hill.
Farmland near Leysters.
Taken just off the Tenbury - Leominster road which traverses some quite high ground. View towards Clee Hill.
The Duke of York - Leysters c1965 The old map calls it Laysters the new Leysters. I hope the pub is still going strong!
The Duke of York - Leysters c1965
The old map calls it Laysters the new Leysters. I hope the pub is still going strong!
Harvested maize, Miles Hope. Red soil exposed after forrage maize has been harvested. Below Raddle Bank, looking east.
Harvested maize, Miles Hope.
Red soil exposed after forrage maize has been harvested. Below Raddle Bank, looking east.
Wilden. There is a short stretch of gated road at Wilden. The land is currently occupied by sheep and some soggy looking round bales.
Wilden.
There is a short stretch of gated road at Wilden. The land is currently occupied by sheep and some soggy looking round bales.
Show me another place!

Leysters Pole is located at Grid Ref: SO5563 (Lat: 52.270355, Lng: -2.6469127)

Unitary Authority: County of Herefordshire

Police Authority: West Merica

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Nearby Amenities

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Leysters Pole
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