Pict's Cross

Settlement in Herefordshire

England

Pict's Cross

House in Buckcastle Hill, Bridstow Rural Herefordshire west of Ross-on-Wye.
House in Buckcastle Hill, Bridstow Credit: Jaggery

Pict's Cross is a small village located in the county of Herefordshire, England. Situated in the picturesque countryside, the village is surrounded by rolling hills and lush green fields, offering stunning views of the rural landscape. With a population of around 200 residents, Pict's Cross exudes a charming and tranquil atmosphere.

The village is primarily residential, with a mix of traditional stone cottages and modern houses. The architecture reflects the area's rich history, with some buildings dating back several centuries. Pict's Cross also boasts a quaint village church, St. Mary's, which is a focal point of the community and holds regular services.

Despite its small size, Pict's Cross offers a range of amenities for its residents. These include a local pub, The Cross Tavern, which serves traditional British cuisine and offers a warm and friendly atmosphere. Additionally, there is a village shop where locals can purchase essential groceries and other daily necessities.

Outdoor enthusiasts will find plenty of opportunities to explore the surrounding countryside. The village is ideally located close to several walking trails and nature reserves, perfect for those looking to immerse themselves in the natural beauty of Herefordshire. The nearby River Wye also provides opportunities for fishing and canoeing.

Pict's Cross is well-connected to the wider region, with good transport links to nearby towns and cities. The village is located just off the A438 road, providing easy access to Hereford, which is approximately 10 miles away. Overall, Pict's Cross offers a peaceful and idyllic setting for those seeking a rural retreat in the heart of Herefordshire.

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Pict's Cross Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.93708/-2.6403463 or Grid Reference SO5626. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

House in Buckcastle Hill, Bridstow Rural Herefordshire west of Ross-on-Wye.
House in Buckcastle Hill, Bridstow
Rural Herefordshire west of Ross-on-Wye.
This way for Broome Farm near Peterstow The black arrow on a sign points towards Broome Farm B&B, cream teas and cider.
The black-edged orange sign shows that this is a Neighbourhood Watch area.
This way for Broome Farm near Peterstow
The black arrow on a sign points towards Broome Farm B&B, cream teas and cider. The black-edged orange sign shows that this is a Neighbourhood Watch area.
Oak near Broome Farm, Peterstow Rural Herefordshire west of Ross-on-Wye.
Oak near Broome Farm, Peterstow
Rural Herefordshire west of Ross-on-Wye.
Basic facility alongside the Peterstow-Bridstow Loop Earth closet toilet on a part of the Peterstow-Bridstow 
Loop walk, here through Herefordshire cider orchards.
Basic facility alongside the Peterstow-Bridstow Loop
Earth closet toilet on a part of the Peterstow-Bridstow Loop walk, here through Herefordshire cider orchards.
House at Kynaston
House at Kynaston
Rural bus stop at a lane junction
Rural bus stop at a lane junction
On the edge of Hoarwithy at Red Rail
On the edge of Hoarwithy at Red Rail
The Red Lion - Winter's Cross
The Red Lion - Winter's Cross
The Lough Pool Inn This place hasn't changed much since my near neighbour Jonathan Billinger took <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/893857">SO5526 : The Lough Pool Inn</a> back in 2008. It was closed for a while but is now up and running again and well worth a visit.
The Lough Pool Inn
This place hasn't changed much since my near neighbour Jonathan Billinger took SO5526 : The Lough Pool Inn back in 2008. It was closed for a while but is now up and running again and well worth a visit.
The Church of St Peter at Peterstow Viewed from the north-west.
The Church of St Peter at Peterstow
Viewed from the north-west.
Hoarwithy to Ross road On the Wye flood plain by Sheppon Hill Stables.
Hoarwithy to Ross road
On the Wye flood plain by Sheppon Hill Stables.
Quarry near Hoarwithy Quarried steep slope by the Wye.
Quarry near Hoarwithy
Quarried steep slope by the Wye.
River Wye Between Sellack and Hoarwithy.  Yet more clear felling, there does seem to be a fair bit going on around here.
River Wye
Between Sellack and Hoarwithy. Yet more clear felling, there does seem to be a fair bit going on around here.
They even have loughs in Herefordshire A long way from Northumberland, looking down the Ross to Hoarwithy road towards the Lough Pool. There is a pub of the same name here.
They even have loughs in Herefordshire
A long way from Northumberland, looking down the Ross to Hoarwithy road towards the Lough Pool. There is a pub of the same name here.
Pict's Cross Road to Sellack.  Having just passed the Lough Pool, the Picts turn up.
Pict's Cross
Road to Sellack. Having just passed the Lough Pool, the Picts turn up.
Winter cereals. Moraston
Winter cereals. Moraston
Late stubble A field still unploughed near Peterstow.
Late stubble
A field still unploughed near Peterstow.
Bridge near Sellack One of a number of attractive footbridges over the Wye in this part of the world. By E.G. Davies, 1895. The engineer was Louis Harper from nearby Aberdeen (<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/462186">SO5628 : Sellack Suspension Bridge Detail</a>). Grade II listed.
Bridge near Sellack
One of a number of attractive footbridges over the Wye in this part of the world. By E.G. Davies, 1895. The engineer was Louis Harper from nearby Aberdeen (SO5628 : Sellack Suspension Bridge Detail). Grade II listed.
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Pict's Cross is located at Grid Ref: SO5626 (Lat: 51.93708, Lng: -2.6403463)

Unitary Authority: County of Herefordshire

Police Authority: West Merica

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Pub
Loughpool
Wikidata: Q26509925
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Bus Stop
The Wellands
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Bus Stop
The Wellands
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Bus Stop
The Lough Pool PH
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Bus Stop
The Lough Pool PH
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Bus Stop
War Memorial
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Picts Cross
Place: hamlet
Source: NPE
Lat/Long: 51.9374184/-2.639985
Barrier: stile
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 51.9355871/-2.6430595
Give Way
Direction: forward
Lat/Long: 51.9371262/-2.6403455
Give Way
Direction: backward
Lat/Long: 51.9370666/-2.6403752
Entrance: yes
Lat/Long: 51.9374091/-2.6398035
Defibrillator
Defibrillator Location: outside Sellack Village Hall - to right of entrance
Emergency: defibrillator
Indoor: no
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Historic: memorial
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Telephone
Booth: K6
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Power: pole
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Power: pole
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Power: pole
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Lane's Cottage
Power: pole
Transformer: distribution
Voltage Primary: 11000
Lat/Long: 51.9353212/-2.6442001
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 51.9349533/-2.6451885
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 51.9347838/-2.6456767
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 51.9358566/-2.6453521
Power: pole
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Power: pole
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Power: pole
Lat/Long: 51.9376095/-2.6448002
Loughpool
Power: pole
Transformer: distribution
Voltage Primary: 11000
Lat/Long: 51.9380039/-2.6440948
Power: pole
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Power: pole
Lat/Long: 51.9374396/-2.6444234
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 51.9370332/-2.6433586
Power: pole
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Power: pole
Lat/Long: 51.9362055/-2.6411752
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 51.9362196/-2.6398797
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 51.9362279/-2.6386473
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 51.9362365/-2.6375992
Picts Cross Village Hall
Power: pole
Transformer: distribution
Voltage Primary: 11000
Lat/Long: 51.936237/-2.6371211
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 51.9362485/-2.6361414
Wellands
Power: pole
Transformer: distribution
Voltage Primary: 11000
Lat/Long: 51.9356904/-2.6353937
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 51.936036/-2.6346628
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 51.9358599/-2.6333888
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