Bage, The

Settlement in Herefordshire

England

Bage, The

Arthur's Stone. Sandstone Dolmen above the Golden Valley.
Arthur's Stone. Credit: Richard Webb

Bage, also known as The Bage, is a small village located in the county of Herefordshire, England. Situated in the west of the country, Bage is surrounded by picturesque countryside and is part of the civil parish of Bage and Howle Hill.

The village itself is characterized by its charming rural atmosphere and traditional English architecture. It is home to a small population, with a close-knit community that takes pride in preserving its rich history and local traditions. Bage is renowned for its tranquil setting, offering residents and visitors a peaceful retreat away from the hustle and bustle of city life.

The village is well-connected to nearby towns and cities, with good transport links and road networks. Despite its small size, Bage has a few amenities to cater to the needs of its residents, including a local pub and a few small shops. However, for more extensive services and facilities, residents often rely on the nearby towns of Ross-on-Wye and Hereford, which are within easy reach.

Bage is also blessed with beautiful natural surroundings, making it an ideal location for outdoor enthusiasts. The rolling hills, meandering rivers, and lush green fields provide ample opportunities for activities such as hiking, cycling, and fishing. Additionally, the village is within close proximity to the stunning Wye Valley, a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, which attracts visitors from far and wide.

In summary, Bage is a small and peaceful village in Herefordshire, offering a tranquil rural lifestyle and easy access to the stunning natural landscapes of the surrounding area.

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Bage, The Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.083392/-3.0272289 or Grid Reference SO2943. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Arthur's Stone. Sandstone Dolmen above the Golden Valley.
Arthur's Stone.
Sandstone Dolmen above the Golden Valley.
Solar powered transmitter on Merbach Hill Radio mast on Merbach Hill with a solar panel to power it. Does anyone know who put this mast up and what it is for?
Solar powered transmitter on Merbach Hill
Radio mast on Merbach Hill with a solar panel to power it. Does anyone know who put this mast up and what it is for?
Merbach Hill Sheep grazing on Merbach Hill.  This is a view to the east, in the distance is the line of the Malvern Hills, the boundary between Herefordshire and Worcestershire.
Merbach Hill
Sheep grazing on Merbach Hill. This is a view to the east, in the distance is the line of the Malvern Hills, the boundary between Herefordshire and Worcestershire.
Llan Farm
Llan Farm
New barn, near Little Bage This is a new barn built alongside the course of the old railway line which used to serve the Golden Valley. The barn is not yet shown on OS maps, it is located by the junction of Spoon Lane with Scar Lane.
New barn, near Little Bage
This is a new barn built alongside the course of the old railway line which used to serve the Golden Valley. The barn is not yet shown on OS maps, it is located by the junction of Spoon Lane with Scar Lane.
Spoon Lane, Dorstone At its northern end Spoon Lane is used as access by the farmer to nearby fields, further on it is used less frequently.
Spoon Lane, Dorstone
At its northern end Spoon Lane is used as access by the farmer to nearby fields, further on it is used less frequently.
Spoon Lane, Dorstone Spoon Lane is a green lane in the Golden Valley to the north of the village of Dorstone. In the spring it becomes quite overgrown. Fortunately I wasn't wearing shorts!
Spoon Lane, Dorstone
Spoon Lane is a green lane in the Golden Valley to the north of the village of Dorstone. In the spring it becomes quite overgrown. Fortunately I wasn't wearing shorts!
Merbach Hill trig
Merbach Hill trig
Merbach Hill and Wye meander The view from Merbach Hill over the Wye valley. Here the river does a complete reversal before flowing eastwards again.
Merbach Hill and Wye meander
The view from Merbach Hill over the Wye valley. Here the river does a complete reversal before flowing eastwards again.
Merbach Hill West side of the hill overlooking the Wye valley.
Merbach Hill
West side of the hill overlooking the Wye valley.
Herefordshire Trail
Herefordshire Trail
Herefordshire Trail
Herefordshire Trail
Near Crafta Webb
Near Crafta Webb
Footpath Junction on Merbach Hill
Footpath Junction on Merbach Hill
Hay Bluff across the Golden Valley from Dorstone Hill A surprisingly warm and sunny afternoon in October, with Hay Bluff as a backdrop across the gentle, intimate Golden Valley....
Hay Bluff across the Golden Valley from Dorstone Hill
A surprisingly warm and sunny afternoon in October, with Hay Bluff as a backdrop across the gentle, intimate Golden Valley....
Lane to Dorstone Heading east to the village in the distance below Dorstone Hill. Flurries of snow in the air.
Lane to Dorstone
Heading east to the village in the distance below Dorstone Hill. Flurries of snow in the air.
Arable land west of Dorstone The hillside above Gannols shows the red soil of Herefordshire to good effect.
Arable land west of Dorstone
The hillside above Gannols shows the red soil of Herefordshire to good effect.
Sheep pasture To the west of the B4348.
Asper Wood is beyond.
Sheep pasture
To the west of the B4348. Asper Wood is beyond.
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Bage, The is located at Grid Ref: SO2943 (Lat: 52.083392, Lng: -3.0272289)

Unitary Authority: County of Herefordshire

Police Authority: West Mercia

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 52.083392,-3.0272289
Direction: SW
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Solar Modules: 19
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 52.0845993/-3.0303222
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