Brampton Abbotts

Civil Parish in Herefordshire

England

Brampton Abbotts

Oak Road, post-coronation A rainy May evening a couple of days after the coronation of King Charles III. — Oak Road, post-coronation Credit: Jonathan Billinger

Brampton Abbotts is a civil parish located in the county of Herefordshire, England. It is situated in the west of the county, approximately 3 miles south-west of the market town of Ross-on-Wye. The parish covers an area of around 6.5 square miles and is home to a small population of approximately 200 residents.

The landscape of Brampton Abbotts is characterized by rolling hills, meandering rivers, and lush green fields. The village itself is charming and picturesque, with a mix of traditional stone houses and modern properties. It retains a sense of rural tranquility and is surrounded by beautiful countryside, making it an ideal location for those seeking a peaceful retreat.

The parish is known for its close proximity to the River Wye, which runs along its western border. This provides ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as fishing, boating, and riverside walks. The Wye Valley, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, is also nearby, offering stunning views and a variety of wildlife.

Despite its small size, Brampton Abbotts has a strong sense of community. The village has a church, St. Michael and All Angels, which dates back to the 12th century and is a focal point for local gatherings and events. There is also a village hall that hosts various activities and social gatherings.

Overall, Brampton Abbotts offers a tranquil and idyllic setting for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. With its beautiful surroundings and strong community spirit, it is a truly desirable place to live or visit in Herefordshire.

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Brampton Abbotts Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.935047/-2.580985 or Grid Reference SO6026. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Oak Road, post-coronation

A rainy May evening a couple of days after the coronation of King Charles III.

Jonathan Billinger

Farm cart

A farm trailer parked in a field at Brampton Abbots near Ross on Wye. Taken with a 1950s Braun Paxette camera.

John Winder

Houses and abandoned allotments

The overgrown area in the left foreground was formerly used as allotments, now abandoned and earmarked for a housing development. Shot on film using a Braun Paxette.

John Winder

A40 Bridstow Bridge

The A40 Ross-on-Wye bypass viewed from The Prospect perched on a river cliff overlooking a sweeping curve of the River Wye.

Jonathan Billinger

Field edge view from Brampton Abbotts Triangulation Pillar

Looking north-westward.

Peter Wood

The Rudhall Brook, Ross-on-Wye, 1

From Ross Gazette; 8th December 2016; A member of the public contacted the Ross Gazette after seeing a very large amount of fish in the Rudhall Brook in Ross-on-Wye. He said “I have never seen so many fish in this stream before and they are all different sizes, some are really large. You cannot see the bottom of the stream, the water is black with fish.” The Gazette asked the Environment Agency if there was any cause for concern as there was such a large quantity, they said that they are monitoring the situation but currently the fish are not in any distress. A spokesperson for the Environment Agency told the Ross Gazette: “Officers have attended the site and found no signs of fish in distress. “A large number of juvenile Chub and Shad are congregating in the flood alleviation scheme on the brook, and are swimming freely into and out of this section of the brook. This type of gathering is a natural occurrence which happens in most waterways and not giving any cause for concern. Officers will continue to monitor the situation.” See also SO5924 : The Rudhall Brook, Ross-on-Wye, 2.

Jonathan Billinger

The Rudhall Brook, Ross-on-Wye, 2

Jonathan Billinger

Bridstow Bridge; after sunset

The A40 running west towards the Wilton roundabout at 16:30 on a January afternoon.

Jonathan Billinger

St Mary, Foy

Bucolically sited by the Wye. Mostly C13th/C14th but as usual touched by many later hands.

Stephen Richards

Former vicarage, Foy

Rubble-faced, built c1730, the porch a clumsy Victorian addition. The bow round the corner was added c1800. Grade II listed.

Stephen Richards

Bridge piers near Baysham

Five sandstone piers are all that remain of Brunel's bridge over the Wye for the Hereford, Ross & Gloucester Railway. An evocative 1961 shot of the nearby halt SO5827 : Backney Halt, near Ross-on-Wye.

Stephen Richards

Country road near Foy

The road meanders to Foy which sits in a large loop of the Wye.

Stephen Richards

River Wye near Baysham

There doesn't appear to be a definitive name for a group of swans - a flock, a bevy, a game ... ?

Stephen Richards

Bridstow Bridge near Ross-on-Wye

Carrying the A40 over the Wye, "an elegant segmentally arched bridge, planned in 1951-4, completed in 1960; engineers Scott Wilson, Kirkpatrick & Partners, consultant architects Ansell & Bailey. Of cantilever construction, 350 ft long".

Stephen Richards