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 Ross-on-Wye - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Ross-on-Wye (Welsh: Rhosan ar Wy) is a small market town with a population of approximately 10,000 in Herefordshire, England, located on the River Wye, and on the edge of the Forest of Dean.
Ross-on-Wye - A comprehensive photographic tour of Ross-on-Wye and the Wye Valley particularly covering Ross-on-Wye and with both archive and recent photographs.
Larruperz Centre - a community centre serving the community of Ross-on-Wye and the surrounding district.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Ross-on-Wye   (314 words)

  
 Ross on Wye - Herefordshire
Ross on Wye is an excellent gateway to the Forest of Dean, The Malverns, Brecon Beacon and the Cathedral cities of Hereford, Worcester and Gloucester.
Ross on Wye in Herefordshire is a beautiful market town situated on the River Wye and close to the Forest of Dean.
This stems from the fact that the Celts invaded Ross on Wye over 1,500 years ago and called the area Ergyng which means Land of the Hedgehog.
www.birminghamuk.com /rossonwye.htm   (250 words)

  
 Ross-on-Wye
Ross-on-Wye is situated mid-way in the Wye Valley which follows the route of the River Wye from its source in the welsh hills at Plynlimon to Hay-on-Wye (famed for its largest collection of second-hand bookshops in the world!).
Ross-on-Wye is a small country market town on the banks of the River Wye (one of the most picturesque rivers in the UK - and unpolluted!).
Most of the town is built high on a sandstone cliff which looks down upon a large loop in the river as it heads north towards Hereford and southwards to Symonds Yat (superb river viewpoint) and Monmouth (in Wales).
www.wyevalley.fsworld.co.uk /ross-on-wye.htm   (736 words)

  
 Ross History
The advent and growth in popularity of the Wye Tour, the convenience of the Wye Valley Railway and passenger excursions operated by Wye Valley Motors which ran from Swan Garage, ensured Ross was firmly placed on the tourism map of the UK - where it remains firmly established today.
As Ross became an important town on many coaching routes, the number of coaching inns increased accordingly to meet the new demand.
In 1597, Parliament referred to Ross as "an ancient and great market town" and emphasised its important role in standing on a major thorough fare from London to Hereford, Monmouth, Brecon, Pembroke and Carmarthen.
www.wyevalley.fsworld.co.uk /ross_history.htm   (1284 words)

  
 Articles: Town of Trades
This was a nodal point in its history, because on 1 June in that year the Hereford, Ross and Gloucester Railway Company’s first train steamed into the new station at Ross, to wild celebrations from the local people.
As befitted an important staging post on the coaching route, and a town famed as the starting point for river trips on the Wye (popularised by the Reverend John Egerton the previous century) there was no shortage of
Shortly afterwards an edict came down from London that either a better road must be built or Ross would be struck off the coaching route.
www.worldwidewords.org /articles/ross.htm   (1016 words)

  
 Historic Ross-on-Wye - wyenot.com
Ross Market Building is still in use by local traders on Saturdays and Thursdays and also houses the Ross Heritage Centre, which is open to visitors during the summer months.
Although Ross is a medieval market town, the current market house was built between 1650 and 1654, replacing an older building.
Although the castle is private property, it is possible to follow the public footpath and view this fortress from the outside.
www.wyenot.com /historic.html   (598 words)

  
 Herefordshire Libraries and Information Service - Ross On Wye Library
The meeting rooms at Ross Library are used for weekly surgeries for the public with local councillors (on a rota basis) Additionally, the MP holds a surgery monthly at the library.
Ross Library is housed within a modern building, providing excellent facilities within a wonderfully light and spacious environment.
Ross Library has a well stocked, bright and airy children's library and all ages are catered for.
www.libraries.herefordshire.gov.uk /libross_on_wye.htm   (332 words)

  
 Ross Online -Information about accommodation, leisure, recreation, restaurant, pub, tourist, school, art and craft, club and society, health, shopping, transport and entertainment in Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire.
Ross Online is the most comprehensive source of online information about Ross-on-Wye and its regional surrounds.
Ross Online -Information about accommodation, leisure, recreation, restaurant, pub, tourist, school, art and craft, club and society, health, shopping, transport and entertainment in Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire.
And Ross Online is the only local community website with its own search engine that lets you find the information you need and want quickly and simply by name and keyword.
www.rossonline.org   (227 words)

  
 Ross-on-Wye - Photo Gallery
Ross, known as the 'Gateway to the Wye Valley', has been a popular tourist destination for generations, being just outside of the Wye Valley area of outstanding natural beauty (AONB), on the northern edge of the Forest of Dean.
Ross is an old fashioned town; but it is very beautifully situated, and if there is little finery in the appearance of the inhabitants, there is also little of misery.
During the past fortnight six persons died in Ross (five of them in the workhouse), whose united ages amounted to 491 years, exclusive of the odd months.
www.lily-elsie.com /ross   (512 words)

  
 Ross-on-Wye
Ross is an excellent base for a Wye Valley break.
The Wye Valley walk passes through the town and within 400 yards of Edde Cross House.
Ross and its surroundings have plenty to offer the visitor.
myweb.tiscali.co.uk /eddecross/ra/page2.html   (156 words)

  
 GENUKI: Ross (or Ross on Wye), Herefordshire
There is a really superb photograph of Ross Church, looking towards it over the Wye on The TRIVETT Family History site, maintained by John E. Trivett (click on the thumbnail image for the full size photograph).
Wye Not.com - the place for information on Ross-on-Wye and the Wye Valley.
The name of the town of Ross was changed officially in 1931 to Ross-on-Wye.
www.genuki.org.uk:8080 /big/eng/HEF/Ross   (224 words)

  
 Ross-on-Wye
Ross is also becoming famous for the International Music Festival that takes place every year in August on the banks of the River Wye and features world famous artists from television, music, dance and theatre.
Today Ross is an ideal base for exploring the district with its excellent road communications and wide range of accommodation.
Situated in the heart of rural Herefordshire and in the picturesque Wye Valley it has become a popular destination for tourists.
www.btinternet.com /~yeatesprint/ross/ross.html   (275 words)

  
 Wye Not.com - A photographic tour of Ross-on-Wye and the Wye Valley
Above all, I hope you enjoy your virtual tour of Ross on Wye and the Wye Valley with it's scenic views and historical buildings.
See Ross on Wye both past and present by viewing photographs of events.
Ross Tourist Information Centre can be found in Edde Cross Street and the Heritage Centre is located in the historic Market House.
www.wyenot.com   (522 words)

  
 Ross On Wye Herefordshire tourist information guide
Set on the romantic banks of the River Wye Wilton Court is the perfect haven to relax and be pampered.
Bramley Cottage lies in the heart of the Wye Valley in the small peaceful hamlet of Pencoyd, close to its delightful church.
Lumleys, a Victorian house opposite the River Wye, in sight of Goodrich Castle.
www.touruk.co.uk /here/her_ross.htm   (734 words)

  
 Ross-on-Wye Community Website
Each Thursday people from the surrounding villages and farms paid their weekly visit to Ross, where livestock and produce were sold in the streets and at the Market place, which is generally accepted as being the heart of the town.
The gardens were laid by “The Man of Ross” locally know as John Kyrle, a generous benefactor of the town of Ross, who lived between 1637 and 1725.
With its excellent road network and M50 link Ross is an ideal base for touring the county of Herefordshire, Forest of Dean and Wales.
www.rossonline.org /edt_tourism.asp   (568 words)

  
 Ross-on-Wye - Intro
They are all views of Ross that I have taken at various times thoughout the year and as I take more shots that are suitable, I will add to the rotation.
I have always lived either in or within a few miles of Ross and recently I realised that I knew very little about it's history.
It turns out that some interesting changes and people have happened to, lived in or visited the Town.
www.ross-on-wye.org   (147 words)

  
 Ross-on-Wye
Known as the “gateway” to the Wye valley, Ross-on-Wye is the perfect base from which to explore the varied landscapes and unspoiled countryside that surrounds it.
Ross-on-Wye is an ancient market town situated high on a sandstone cliff overlooking the beautiful River Wye.
Year round entertainment can be found in the many pubs and nightclubs that dot the town and music lovers will enjoy The International Music Festival that takes place each August on the banks of the River Wye attracting famous artists from music, dance and theater.
mysite.wanadoo-members.co.uk /natureschoice/page7.html   (158 words)

  
 RossOnWyeJournal.com - Index
One of the longest-serving traders in Ross-on-Wye, Peter Newton, has officially put his glasses down after serving the townspeople since 1967.
Not only is Ross Sports Centre over-booked, falling down and an embarrassment, but now members of the town’s football committee and the Hereford MP were ‘locked out’ when they tried to make a site visit.
Over the winter 48 Ross seniors have been taking part in the midweek pairs competition.
www.rossonwyejournal.com   (123 words)

  
 Bed and Breakfast Farmhouse located near Ross on Wye, Herefordshire - Trecilla Farm
This 16th Century character farmhouse providing 5* B and B is set in delightful gardens close to Ross on Wye and Symonds Yat.
Easy access to the historic towns of Ross on Wye (5 miles) and the famous Welsh border town of Monmouth (8 miles).
This B and B is ten minutes drive to Symonds Yat, Wye Valley and Royal Forest of Dean - ideal for walking and fishing on the River Wye.
www.trecillafarm.co.uk   (249 words)

  
 Ross on Wye Today
A 36 year old Ross man has been arrested on suspicion of careless driving after a crash in which a motorcyclist was badly injured.
A letter written by members of Ross Rotary Club to the Prime Minister Tony Blair, on behalf of the Acorns Hospice, was presented to 10 Downing Str
Youngsters who have struggled to get new equipment for the Ross Skate Park are a step closer to fullfiling their dream.
www.ross-today.co.uk /index2.cfm   (118 words)

  
 Ross on Wye Golf Course (The)
5 miles North of Ross on Wye, by M50 Junction 3.
The swords and shields long since put away, the Wye Valley is one of Britain’s most peaceful and idyllic areas.
Explore the Wye Valley and you’ll have a good idea as to why the English and Welsh fought so vehemently to claim the region as theirs.
www.golfingguides.net /Products/UK/Details_Home.asp?ID=197   (271 words)

  
 Alpine Cottages
Situated on the bank of the River Wye, in the peaceful countryside of the Royal Forest of Dean
You will come to a split in the road, keep to the right up the hill - keep going, all the way passed the Wye Rapid Cottages on the right hand side of the lane.
Ross Town (6 miles), Monmouth (4 miles), Hereford (18 miles), Easily reached by car - Brecon Beacons, Malvern Hills
www.rossonwye146.freeserve.co.uk   (547 words)

  
 Ross-on-Wye - VisitBritain
The dramatic setting of Ross-on-Wye belies the friendliness of a town that has restored the spirits of world-weary travellers for centuries.
The remarkable ruins of Goodrich Castle dominate a rocky outcrop overlooking the Wye Valley.
The two settlements nestling in the depths of the woodend gorge, Symonds Yat East and West, offer a variety of attractions and are connected, during the day and when conditions allow, by an unusual man-powered rope ferry.
www.visitbritain.com /VB3-en-TH/destinationguides/england/Heart_of_England/Destinations/ross-on-Wye.aspx   (326 words)

  
 Walking around Ross on Wye
Ross on Wye is sited magnificently, high on a sandstone cliff overlooking the river, the elegant spire of St. Mary's a beacon for miles around, guiding the traveller to this lovely town.
The dramatic ruins of Goodrich Castle stand high on a wooded hill overlooking the River Wye.
The oldest part of the castle, the greystone keep, is 12th century and there is a round tower at each corner.
www.walkingpages.co.uk /places/CPL_rossonwye.htm   (207 words)

  
 Ross Chamber Ross-on-Wye Chamber of Commerce
To promote, advance and protect the trading and industrial interests of ROSS-ON-WYE and District.
To co-operate with the Ross Town Council and Herefordshire Council in all matters relating to the welfare of the Town and District.
The Chamber maintains close links with Ross Town, Herefordshire County and Neighbouring Counties.
www.rosschamber.co.uk /main.html   (229 words)

  
 Ross on Wye
at Richard's gig at the Ross on Wye Festival.
Martin (who is feeling gutted after finding out that everyone had disappeared to a photo call after RT's performance in Ross, when I was by the bar, hoping to see them !)
Brilliant weather all Saturday, superlative bandb accommodation in a country cottage (complete with fig tree - which made things perfect for my wife!), and a confident (apart from one major "Oh Shit!" type fluff), mature, varied performance from our hero in a venue with excellent sound.
www.alphane.com /2leftfeet/review42.htm   (793 words)

  
 Ross on Wye
Further resources and web sites for Ross on Wye,
Ross is a pppicturesque little town in Welsh border country and a good staging ost to explore a range of beautiful landscapes.
Although probably of Roman beginnings Ross was mainly built in 17c by John Kryle whose house can still be seen in Market Square.
www.plus44.com /towns/ross/ross.html   (54 words)

  
 Ross on Wye: UK
Ross on Wye: UK Ross on Wye, England
For further information, pictures, and accommodation descriptions on any of the accommodation in and around Ross on Wye simply click on the accommodation name required.
www.aroundbritain.com /Hotel_Destinations/Ross_on_Wye_hotels.html   (102 words)

  
 Ross-on-Wye- Home
From the Prospect, adjacent to the churchyard, there are views across the horse shoe bend of the River Wye to Brampton Abbots, Bridstow and beyond the boundaries of the Ross Team Ministry as far as the Welsh Mountains.
The spire of St Mary's Church, towering 205 feet into the air, can be seen from miles around as a welcome to worshippers and visitors.
www.rtm.org.uk /rosshome.html   (137 words)

  
 The White House Guest House, Bed and Breakfast B & B Accommodation, Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire
It is the ideal guest house accommodation base from which to explore some of the Wye Valley's finest scenery (AONB), surrounding towns/villages and to enjoy fishing for salmon or coarse fish.
Please enquire for groups as we can accommodate a large number of guests here and at our sister accommodation Anchor Lodge B and B and is also on the Wye Valley Walk.
We have received the Gold Award from Ross in Bloom.
www.whitehouseross.com   (539 words)

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