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Welcome to Ross on Wye

Embraced by the River Wye, Ross-on-Wye is an inviting place to potter. When William Gilpin wrote Britain’s first travel guidebook about the Wye Valley in 1782, he sparked a trend for ‘picturesque tourism’. Today, as well as enjoying that same scenic beauty, you can browse independent shops, saunter alongside the town’s 19th-century mock-Gothic walls and Gazebo Tower folly and admire pastel-hued dwellings tumbling down the hillside to the river.

The town is the centre of a region historically dubbed Archenfield or ‘Land of Hedgehogs’, and you’ll find examples of the icon in St Mary’s Church, dating back to the 17th century, and on more recent memorials to the Boer War and Second World War.

250 years of tourism

William Gilpin may not be a household name but his legacy has led to one of biggest industries in Britain.

It was 250 years ago in 1770 that he took the first step by organising boat trips along the River Wye, and writing a seminal bestselling book ‘Observations of the River Wye’.

From those humble but visionary beginnings what was later described as The Picturesque Movement came into being, giving a name to a new appreciation of the natural world and its beauty.

The Wye Valley is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, much as it was 250 years ago. This year, 2020, heralds a year long calender of arts, crafts and fun events to celebrate his achievement and the beauty of the Wye Valley.More information at: www.gilpin2020.org

Ross-on-Wye is voted UK’s best loved market town

Ross-on-Wye has been voted the UK’s best-loved market town by a leading coach tour company.

National Express Managing Director Tom Stables said: “With its picturesque location and stunning Market House it’s hardly surprising Ross-on-Wye is regarded as one of the best towns in the UK. It’s tough to think of anything more quintessentially British than a market town and we think that’s worth celebrating”.

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Ross is certainly looking full of Christmas sparkl Ross is certainly looking full of Christmas sparkle now that the lights have been switched on. These gorgeous photos of the town on Sunday,during the Christmas Fayre, were taken by Bekki Cutler. She has perfectly captured the magic of the day. Our lovely independent shops, cafes and restaurants are looking forward to welcoming you over the next few weeks to help you get in the Christmas mood and celebrate. #christmas #rossonwye #visitrossonwye #herefordshire #wyevalley #shopindependent #shoprossonwye #herefordshireslowshopping #boxofdelights
Jane Oliver’s beautiful home is just stunning. W Jane Oliver’s beautiful home is just stunning. We are very fortunate to have her @heavenlyhomesandgardens retail outlet right here in the High St in #rossonwye and just now it is crammed with gorgeous Christmas pieces to make your home look absolutely fabulous too. In fact a visit to Ross will give you oodles of choice, check out the shopping section of our website www.visitrossonwye.com to get a flavour of our lovely independent stores. Free parking in Herefordshire Council car parks on Saturday 10th December. #herefordshire #herefordshireslowshopping #christmasdecorations #christmas2022 #interiordesign #beautifulhomes #wyevalley #wyevalleytourism #shopindependentthischristmas #visitherefordshire
Our Christmas Fayre on 27th November is looking to Our Christmas Fayre on 27th November is looking to be the best yet with more market stalls than ever, and it’s fantastic that Richard Hammond will be in town to switch the Christmas lights on at 4.30pm, adding yet more glitz and sparkle. #rossonwye #richardhammondsworkshop #richardhammond #herefordshire #christmasmarket #christmaslights🎄
Ross-on-Wye Tourism Association has launched its f Ross-on-Wye Tourism Association has launched its first Meet the Chefs Guide showcasing nine talented local chefs who have established themselves in the area at a variety of different pubs, restaurants and hotels. Three restaurants in and around Ross-on-Wye featured in the newly released AA Restaurant Guide 2023 – with a total of just six Herefordshire restaurants making the grade. Read our blog here https://loom.ly/no5AHmA View the Meet the Chefs Guide here: https://loom.ly/nyiJM8g. #rossonwye #herefordshire #meetthechefs #visitrossonwye #visitherefordshire #eatingout #gastropubs #eatlocal #supportlocal #AArestaurantguide #localtalent #chefs #britishfood #foodie #foodlovers #ukfoodie @eatsleepliveherefordshire @visit_herefordshire @visitdeanwye @Avellino @glewstonecourt @no3_rossonwye @orlesbarn @thepavilionrossonwye @theloughpool @thenewinn_hfd @rossonlinenews @therossgazette @herefordtimes
This Christmas indulge yourself with some #slowsho This Christmas indulge yourself with some #slowshopping good food and luxury accommodation in #rossonwye We have a town full of fabulous independent shops offering unusual, individual and beautiful items that will delight you and make perfect presents for friends and family. @visit_herefordshire have put together a series of itineraries to help you make the most of your visit to Herefordshire. For more information about Ross on Wye visit our website www.visitrossonwye.com
Make sure you don’t miss out on the Ross Great G Make sure you don’t miss out on the Ross Great Gift Giveaway this Christmas. Shop independent and get your entry in the raffles that will take place weekly, to win some fabulous prizes. Check out each store’s terms and conditions to ensure you are in with a chance. #rossonwye #visitrossonwye #christmas22 #shoplocal #shopindependent #herefordshire @visit_herefordshire @visitdeanwye @eatsleepliveherefordshire #prizedraw #christmashamper #WyeValley #bristol #birmingham #cardiff

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