Pengethly Grove

Wood, Forest in Herefordshire

England

Pengethly Grove

View to May Hill View to May Hill, with its distinctive jubilee clump of trees, and Penyard Park above Ross-on-Wye, viewed from Upper Moraston near Peterstow.
View to May Hill Credit: Philip Halling

Pengethly Grove is a tranquil woodland located in the picturesque county of Herefordshire, England. This enchanting forest is nestled in the heart of the countryside, just a few miles from the market town of Ross-on-Wye. Covering an area of approximately 100 acres, Pengethly Grove offers visitors a serene and immersive experience in nature.

The woodland is primarily composed of deciduous trees, including oak, beech, and ash, which create a rich and diverse ecosystem. The forest floor is carpeted with a variety of wildflowers, ferns, and mosses, adding to the area's natural beauty. The grove is also home to a diverse range of wildlife, including deer, foxes, badgers, and a wide array of bird species, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts and wildlife photographers.

Visitors to Pengethly Grove can explore the forest through a network of well-maintained walking trails, which wind through the trees and offer stunning views of the surrounding countryside. The peaceful atmosphere makes it an ideal location for those seeking solitude and tranquility. There are also designated picnic areas and benches where visitors can relax and enjoy the sounds of nature.

Pengethly Grove is open to the public year-round, with changing landscapes that offer different experiences throughout the seasons. In spring, the forest bursts into life with vibrant blooms and blossoms, while autumn paints the woodland in a kaleidoscope of reds, oranges, and golds. The grove also hosts occasional events and guided walks, providing educational opportunities for visitors to learn more about the local flora and fauna.

In summary, Pengethly Grove is a captivating woodland retreat in Herefordshire, offering a peaceful sanctuary for nature lovers and a chance to reconnect with the beauty of the natural world.

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Pengethly Grove Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.931744/-2.6638029 or Grid Reference SO5426. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

View to May Hill View to May Hill, with its distinctive jubilee clump of trees, and Penyard Park above Ross-on-Wye, viewed from Upper Moraston near Peterstow.
View to May Hill
View to May Hill, with its distinctive jubilee clump of trees, and Penyard Park above Ross-on-Wye, viewed from Upper Moraston near Peterstow.
Upper Moraston Converted farm buildings at Upper Moraston.
Upper Moraston
Converted farm buildings at Upper Moraston.
Road junction at Lower Grove Common Road junction at Lower Grove Common near Peterstow.
Road junction at Lower Grove Common
Road junction at Lower Grove Common near Peterstow.
Footpath at Lower Grove Common Footpath to Pengethley at Lower Grove Common near Peterstow.
Footpath at Lower Grove Common
Footpath to Pengethley at Lower Grove Common near Peterstow.
Pict's Cross War Memorial at Pict's Cross near Peterstow. <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2756694">SO5626 : Names on a War Memorial</a> <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2756691">SO5626 : Names on War Memorial</a>
Pict's Cross
War Memorial at Pict's Cross near Peterstow. SO5626 : Names on a War Memorial SO5626 : Names on War Memorial
Names on War Memorial Names from the First World War on the War Memorial at Pict's Cross, Selleck
Names on War Memorial
Names from the First World War on the War Memorial at Pict's Cross, Selleck
Names on a War Memorial Names from the Second World War on a War Memorial at Pict's Cross, Selleck.
Names on a War Memorial
Names from the Second World War on a War Memorial at Pict's Cross, Selleck.
Tree stump at Lough Pool All that's left of an impressive tree on a road junction near Lough Pool Inn is this tree stump, it is 12ft in diameter.  Fortunately Jonathan photographed this tree before it was felled. <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/893866">SO5526 : Redwood at the Lough Pool</a>  Lough Pool Inn is in the background.
Tree stump at Lough Pool
All that's left of an impressive tree on a road junction near Lough Pool Inn is this tree stump, it is 12ft in diameter. Fortunately Jonathan photographed this tree before it was felled. SO5526 : Redwood at the Lough Pool Lough Pool Inn is in the background.
River Wye near Sellack The River Wye between Sellack and Hoarwithy.  Here the river is running high after rainfall in Wales.
River Wye near Sellack
The River Wye between Sellack and Hoarwithy. Here the river is running high after rainfall in Wales.
Trees beside the River Wye Trees in meadowland beside the River Wye, houses in Hoarwithy can be seen in the background.
Trees beside the River Wye
Trees in meadowland beside the River Wye, houses in Hoarwithy can be seen in the background.
Track and footpath to Hoarwithy Track and footpath to Hoarwithy at its junction with the road near Hentland House.
Track and footpath to Hoarwithy
Track and footpath to Hoarwithy at its junction with the road near Hentland House.
Ploughed field near Hoarwithy The trees in this ploughed field near Hoarwithy suggest this was once parkland.
Ploughed field near Hoarwithy
The trees in this ploughed field near Hoarwithy suggest this was once parkland.
Pine trees and a pylon Pine trees and a pylon in a ploughed field near Hoarwithy.
Pine trees and a pylon
Pine trees and a pylon in a ploughed field near Hoarwithy.
Harewood End Inn The Harewood End Inn on the A49.
Harewood End Inn
The Harewood End Inn on the A49.
Bridleway at Harewood End Bridleway from Harewood End to Hoarwithy, just north of Harewood End Inn.
Bridleway at Harewood End
Bridleway from Harewood End to Hoarwithy, just north of Harewood End Inn.
Track to Cot Barn Track to Cot Barn near Harewood End.
Track to Cot Barn
Track to Cot Barn near Harewood End.
Arable land at Harewood End View across arable land at Harewood End.
Arable land at Harewood End
View across arable land at Harewood End.
View to Pengethley Hotel View to Pengethley Hotel (the white building in the distance) across arable land from a bridleway near Harewood End.
View to Pengethley Hotel
View to Pengethley Hotel (the white building in the distance) across arable land from a bridleway near Harewood End.
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Pengethly Grove is located at Grid Ref: SO5426 (Lat: 51.931744, Lng: -2.6638029)

Unitary Authority: County of Herefordshire

Police Authority: West Mercia

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