Llanrothal

Settlement in Herefordshire

England

Llanrothal

Fields and sky in the Monnow valley Wonderfully remote at the end of a no-through lane at Llanrothal.
Fields and sky in the Monnow valley Credit: Philip Pankhurst

Llanrothal is a small village located in the county of Herefordshire, England. Situated in the picturesque Wye Valley, it is nestled between the towns of Monmouth and Ross-on-Wye. Llanrothal is a quintessential English village, boasting stunning countryside views, charming cottages, and a close-knit community.

The village is known for its historic church, St. John the Baptist, which dates back to the 12th century. This Grade II listed building features beautiful stained glass windows and a peaceful churchyard, making it a popular attraction for visitors and locals alike.

Llanrothal is surrounded by rolling hills and lush farmland, making it an ideal destination for nature enthusiasts and hikers. The nearby Offa's Dyke Path, a long-distance footpath that follows the ancient Anglo-Saxon earthwork, offers stunning views of the surrounding countryside and is a popular route for walkers.

Although small in size, Llanrothal hosts a number of community events throughout the year, including a summer fete and a Christmas market. The village also has a quaint pub, The Garway Moon Inn, where residents and visitors can enjoy a pint of local ale or a traditional pub meal.

Overall, Llanrothal is a hidden gem in Herefordshire, offering a tranquil and scenic escape for those seeking a taste of rural England.

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Llanrothal Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.865516/-2.7714148 or Grid Reference SO4618. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Fields and sky in the Monnow valley Wonderfully remote at the end of a no-through lane at Llanrothal.
Fields and sky in the Monnow valley
Wonderfully remote at the end of a no-through lane at Llanrothal.
Church in the fields, Llanrothal St John the Baptist, now in the care of the Churches Conservation Trust, is all alone with a few distant houses, most of them historic, at the end of a no-through lane in the valley of the Monnow.
Church in the fields, Llanrothal
St John the Baptist, now in the care of the Churches Conservation Trust, is all alone with a few distant houses, most of them historic, at the end of a no-through lane in the valley of the Monnow.
St John the Baptist, Llanrothal Recently limewashed by volunteers, this lovely little building is in the care of the Churches Conservation Trust and is well worth seeking out. It is all alone at the end of a long dead-end lane.
St John the Baptist, Llanrothal
Recently limewashed by volunteers, this lovely little building is in the care of the Churches Conservation Trust and is well worth seeking out. It is all alone at the end of a long dead-end lane.
St John the Baptist, Llanrothal A little gem, well hidden in the Monnow valley and in the care of the Churches Conservation Trust. Volunteers have recently limewashed the exterior and very smart it looks.
St John the Baptist, Llanrothal
A little gem, well hidden in the Monnow valley and in the care of the Churches Conservation Trust. Volunteers have recently limewashed the exterior and very smart it looks.
St John the Baptist, Llanrothal A little gem, well hidden in the Monnow valley and in the care of the Churches Conservation Trust. Volunteers have recently limewashed the exterior and very smart it looks.
St John the Baptist, Llanrothal
A little gem, well hidden in the Monnow valley and in the care of the Churches Conservation Trust. Volunteers have recently limewashed the exterior and very smart it looks.
St John the Baptist, Llanrothal A little gem, well hidden in the Monnow valley and in the care of the Churches Conservation Trust. Volunteers have recently limewashed the exterior and very smart it looks.
St John the Baptist, Llanrothal
A little gem, well hidden in the Monnow valley and in the care of the Churches Conservation Trust. Volunteers have recently limewashed the exterior and very smart it looks.
St John the Baptist, Llanrothal A little gem, well hidden in the Monnow valley and in the care of the Churches Conservation Trust. Volunteers have recently limewashed the exterior and very smart it looks. The serene and simple beauty of the chancel.
St John the Baptist, Llanrothal
A little gem, well hidden in the Monnow valley and in the care of the Churches Conservation Trust. Volunteers have recently limewashed the exterior and very smart it looks. The serene and simple beauty of the chancel.
St John the Baptist, Llanrothal The partially restored nave of this lovely little building in the Monnow valley. Disused and ruinous for years, the church is now in the care of the Churches Conservation Trust.
St John the Baptist, Llanrothal
The partially restored nave of this lovely little building in the Monnow valley. Disused and ruinous for years, the church is now in the care of the Churches Conservation Trust.
St John the Baptist, Llanrothal The spectacular window in the South wall of the chancel of this tiny building, whose location gives a whole new meaning to the word 'remote'.
St John the Baptist, Llanrothal
The spectacular window in the South wall of the chancel of this tiny building, whose location gives a whole new meaning to the word 'remote'.
St John the Baptist, Lanrothal Early 18th century tombstones in the chancel of this delightful church deep in the Monnow valley.
St John the Baptist, Lanrothal
Early 18th century tombstones in the chancel of this delightful church deep in the Monnow valley.
St John the Baptist, Llanrothal Early 18th century tombstones in the chancel of this delightful little church deep in the Monnow valley.
St John the Baptist, Llanrothal
Early 18th century tombstones in the chancel of this delightful little church deep in the Monnow valley.
St John the Baptist, Llanrothal
St John the Baptist, Llanrothal
Enclosed farm track viewed from Skenchill Triangulation Pillar Looking north-eastward.
Enclosed farm track viewed from Skenchill Triangulation Pillar
Looking north-eastward.
Apple Orchard These apple trees produce apples that will eventually be used by Bulmers. Though the farm has its own cider shop further down the lane.
Apple Orchard
These apple trees produce apples that will eventually be used by Bulmers. Though the farm has its own cider shop further down the lane.
River Monnow View of the River Monnow from close to Tregate Bridge. This picture was taken from the English bank, with Wales on the far side.
River Monnow
View of the River Monnow from close to Tregate Bridge. This picture was taken from the English bank, with Wales on the far side.
Tregate Bridge View of Tregate Bridge which crosses the River Monnow. The England/Wales border runs down the middle of the river here though I'm not sure which side of the border this photo was taken.
Tregate Bridge
View of Tregate Bridge which crosses the River Monnow. The England/Wales border runs down the middle of the river here though I'm not sure which side of the border this photo was taken.
Track to Little Coxstone
Track to Little Coxstone
Fruit bushes near Lower Grove I couldn't get close enough to identify what is being grown here.
Fruit bushes near Lower Grove
I couldn't get close enough to identify what is being grown here.
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Llanrothal is located at Grid Ref: SO4618 (Lat: 51.865516, Lng: -2.7714148)

Unitary Authority: County of Herefordshire

Police Authority: West Merica

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 51.865516,-2.7714148
Llanrothal
Place: village
Source: NPE
Wikidata: Q3784160
Lat/Long: 51.8650196/-2.7690769
Power: tower
Lat/Long: 51.8678417/-2.7771962
Power: tower
Lat/Long: 51.8678828/-2.766489
Power: tower
Lat/Long: 51.867873/-2.7715999
Barrier: stile
Source: survey+gps
Lat/Long: 51.864772/-2.7781343
Barrier: stile
Source: survey+gps
Lat/Long: 51.8612332/-2.7694854
Barrier: crops
Lat/Long: 51.8688558/-2.7754592
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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