Mansell Lacy

Civil Parish in Herefordshire

England

Mansell Lacy

Kitchen Garden, Foxley 'The walled kitchen garden (listed grade II; now Westmoor Gardens), probably early C19, lies outside the Yarsop Valley on the A44 Hereford to Kington road, c 750m south-west of the site of Foxley House. A two-storey, hip-roofed gardener's house stands at the centre of the north wall' - so says the National Heritage List.
Kitchen Garden, Foxley Credit: Philip Pankhurst

Mansell Lacy is a civil parish located in Herefordshire, a county in the West Midlands region of England. It is situated approximately 9 miles west of Hereford, the county town. The parish covers an area of about 4 square miles and is home to a population of around 200 residents.

The village of Mansell Lacy is nestled in a rural setting, surrounded by picturesque countryside and rolling hills. It retains a charming, traditional character with a mix of old stone cottages and more modern houses. The parish church, St. Michael and All Angels, is a prominent feature in the village, dating back to the 12th century.

Agriculture plays a significant role in the local economy, with farming activities such as sheep and cattle rearing being common in the area. The fertile soil and favorable climate support the growth of crops, including grains and potatoes.

Mansell Lacy benefits from its proximity to Hereford, which offers a range of amenities and services, including schools, healthcare facilities, and shopping centers. The village itself has limited amenities, with a local pub serving as a community hub.

The parish is surrounded by beautiful countryside, making it an ideal location for outdoor enthusiasts. There are several walking and cycling routes in the area, allowing residents and visitors to explore the scenic landscapes and enjoy nature.

Overall, Mansell Lacy is a small, rural parish that offers a peaceful and idyllic lifestyle, surrounded by natural beauty and agricultural landscapes.

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Mansell Lacy Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.103775/-2.843749 or Grid Reference SO4245. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Kitchen Garden, Foxley 'The walled kitchen garden (listed grade II; now Westmoor Gardens), probably early C19, lies outside the Yarsop Valley on the A44 Hereford to Kington road, c 750m south-west of the site of Foxley House. A two-storey, hip-roofed gardener's house stands at the centre of the north wall' - so says the National Heritage List.
Kitchen Garden, Foxley
'The walled kitchen garden (listed grade II; now Westmoor Gardens), probably early C19, lies outside the Yarsop Valley on the A44 Hereford to Kington road, c 750m south-west of the site of Foxley House. A two-storey, hip-roofed gardener's house stands at the centre of the north wall' - so says the National Heritage List.
Yazor Lodge Superlative Victorian House, built in 1872 to the designs of Chick of Hereford. Immediately opposite the church of 1843.
Yazor Lodge
Superlative Victorian House, built in 1872 to the designs of Chick of Hereford. Immediately opposite the church of 1843.
St Lawrence, Bishopstone The parish cat stalks the church path, having seen off the last visitor of the day to this highly unusual building.
St Lawrence, Bishopstone
The parish cat stalks the church path, having seen off the last visitor of the day to this highly unusual building.
St Lawrence, Bishopstone The East end, showing the typical 13th century 'Herefordshire' window.
St Lawrence, Bishopstone
The East end, showing the typical 13th century 'Herefordshire' window.
St Lawrence, Bishopstone At my last visit the West end was taped off as the belfry was deemed unsafe. It has since been repaired by someone who clearly knew what they were doing.
St Lawrence, Bishopstone
At my last visit the West end was taped off as the belfry was deemed unsafe. It has since been repaired by someone who clearly knew what they were doing.
Bishopstone Court The 'ruinous gateway of c.1600' noted by Pevsner. A notice about unfriendly dogs prevented a closer look.
Bishopstone Court
The 'ruinous gateway of c.1600' noted by Pevsner. A notice about unfriendly dogs prevented a closer look.
Gate and track to Nashwood Cottage Photo taken three-quarters of a decade after <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/373618">SO4145 : Drive to Nashwood Cottage</a> of the same subject by the same photographer; and no Geograph visitors to the square in-between.
The fence and box to the left of the track has now gone.
Gate and track to Nashwood Cottage
Photo taken three-quarters of a decade after SO4145 : Drive to Nashwood Cottage of the same subject by the same photographer; and no Geograph visitors to the square in-between. The fence and box to the left of the track has now gone.
Private road to Foxley As indicated by the sign, viewed from the public road to Yarsop.
Bache Wood can be seen in the distance.
Private road to Foxley
As indicated by the sign, viewed from the public road to Yarsop. Bache Wood can be seen in the distance.
Site of a WWII military hospital, Mansell Lacy Clearing in woodland at Mansell Lacy.  The land in this valley was landscaped by Humphrey Repton in the 18th century, it was the parkland of nearby Foxley House which was built in 1717 for Baron Robert Price.  During the Second World War the house and the valley were used as a military hospital by the Americans.  Unfortunately due to the damage sustained during the war the house was demolished in 1948.  The site of the temporary wartime buildings are Evident in the aerial picture <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5843804">SO4246 : Foxley Wood and Bache Wood: aerial 2018</a>.
Site of a WWII military hospital, Mansell Lacy
Clearing in woodland at Mansell Lacy. The land in this valley was landscaped by Humphrey Repton in the 18th century, it was the parkland of nearby Foxley House which was built in 1717 for Baron Robert Price. During the Second World War the house and the valley were used as a military hospital by the Americans. Unfortunately due to the damage sustained during the war the house was demolished in 1948. The site of the temporary wartime buildings are Evident in the aerial picture SO4246 : Foxley Wood and Bache Wood: aerial 2018.
Mansell Lacy Mansell Lacy church viewed from the east, in the foreground is a motte.
Mansell Lacy
Mansell Lacy church viewed from the east, in the foreground is a motte.
Mansell Lacy church St Michael's church, Mansell Lacy, viewed from the east.  Part of a motte is visible in the foreground.
Mansell Lacy church
St Michael's church, Mansell Lacy, viewed from the east. Part of a motte is visible in the foreground.
Mansell Lacy church St Michael's church, Mansell Lacy viewed from the east.
Mansell Lacy church
St Michael's church, Mansell Lacy viewed from the east.
Rolling field of winter cereals Rolling field of winter cereals at Brinsop with the wooded southern slopes of Nupton Hill in the background.
Rolling field of winter cereals
Rolling field of winter cereals at Brinsop with the wooded southern slopes of Nupton Hill in the background.
Country road at Brinsop
Country road at Brinsop
Merryhill Wood View west from the road at Brinsop Court.
Merryhill Wood
View west from the road at Brinsop Court.
Jubilee Bridge, Yazor Practically a folly although it does permit uniterrupted walking along the wooded ridge.
Jubilee Bridge, Yazor
Practically a folly although it does permit uniterrupted walking along the wooded ridge.
St Michael, Mansel Lacy Now the combined church and community centre.
St Michael, Mansel Lacy
Now the combined church and community centre.
St Michael, Mansel Lacy Now the combined church and community centre - an inspired idea.
St Michael, Mansel Lacy
Now the combined church and community centre - an inspired idea.
Show me another place!

Mansell Lacy is located at Grid Ref: SO4245 (Lat: 52.103775, Lng: -2.843749)

Unitary Authority: County of Herefordshire

Police Authority: West Mercia

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 52.103775,-2.843749
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Bus Stop
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Bus Stop
Old School
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Mansel Lacy
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Post Box
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Public Bookcase
Defibrillator
Booth: K6
Colour: red
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Give Way
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Give Way
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Give Way
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Give Way
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Give Way
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Give Way
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Give Way
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Heritage Operator: Historic England
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Pritchard Monument
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Heritage Operator: Historic England
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Listed Status: Grade II
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Grit Bin
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Cedar Bungalows
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Grit Bin
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