Ross-on-Wye has rapidly gained a reputation as being the ‘town of independent shops’. For visitors who prefer their high street shopping experience to be far less corporate. There are very few recognisable high street band names in the town and a good many highly original retail outlets and arts and crafts specialists to attract those looking for something they can’t buy anywhere else.
Made In Ross
a co-operative of local arts and craft producers living within 20 miles of Ross-on-Wye and is based on the first floor of the historic Market House in the centre of the town.
Dedicated to the development of Ross as a thriving and creative place, the diverse range of work that its members produce and sell is beautifully displayed seven days a week at the historic Market House in the centre of Ross.
Members manage the exhibition space and volunteers are on hand to welcome and assist visitors from 10am to 4pm every day.
Part of its sales goes towards the upkeep of this wonderful building and to support the Courtyard, an educational arts charity.
In 2016, Made In Ross was shortlisted for the tourism attraction of the year by Visit Herefordshire out of entries from the whole county.
54 Gallery
High calibre international contemporary abstract art displayed on several floors and in an outside garden during the summer.
54 High Street, Ross-on-Wye, HR9 5HH Tel: 01989 567917 gallery_54@btinternet.com
Masons
An unusual mixture of an upmarket paint shop, selling the very highest quality paints and a quirky gift shop just along Croft Court off Broad Street. Tel: 0989 566222 info@masonshomedecor.com
Enhanced Homes
Although this bedroom furniture company has a showroom in the town the bulk of its trade is done online. 20 High Street, Ross-on-Wye Tel: 01989 762227 info@bedroomfurniture.co.uk
Vintage Virtu
Objets D’Art and elegant handmade, upcycled items ideal for gifts or the home. If you are looking for something off-the-wall it could well be here. Open Thurs/Fri/Sat.
25 High Street, Ross-on-Wye Tel: 01989 564507 vintagevirtu@hotmail.co.uk
Inside Outside
Interesting and atmospheric antique shop directly opposite the rear of the Market House. Sells quality old furniture and an eclectic collection of items.
36 High Street, Ross-on-Wye Tel: 07533 101486 parbrookhouse@aol.com
Feathers and Frocks
Not many towns these days can boast having a milliner in residence. But Feathers and Frocks run by milliner Judi Evans displays her distinctive skill in making a huge range of hats and fascinators as well as outfits in sizes 8-26.
Gloucester Road, Ross-on-Wye HR9 5BU Tel: 07582971481 moorfascinators@aol.com
Serendipity Furniture
Serendipity Furniture, restored and upcycled. They can locate and restore furniture to order. 36 Broad Street, Ross-on-Wye.
Tel: 01989 218181 lovedagainfurniture@yahoo.co.uk
Truffles Delicatessen
A gourmet’s paradise, this long-established deli attracts the crowds. Delicious savouries, cheeses, drinks and unusual foods as well as a busy lunchtime takeaway.
46 High Street, Ross-on-Wye Tel: 01989 762336 richard@trufflesdeli.co.uk
Heavenly Homes & Gardens
A beautiful shop crammed with pots, plants and faux flowers and with a huge array of home decor, including lighting, cushions and dining. We also sell gifts including candles, chocolate, jewellery, bath and body, cards and more.
35 High Street, Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire, HR9 5HD hello@heavenlyhomesandgardens.co.uk
Ohhhs
If you are looking for something different to wear, this just might be the place to find it. Retro designer clothes, preloved and beautifully presented.
20 Broad Street, Ross-on-Wye Tel: 07886708771
Lizzie Bunting
Once inside Lizzie Bunting’s delightful shop it becomes hard to leave such is the variety of gifts and home accessories on display.
35 Broad Street, Ross-on-Wye HR9 7DY Tel: 01989 564542 fswithenbank@yahoo.co.uk
Little Chic
A lovely selection of children’s clothes and toys inside a bijou shop.
30a Brookend Street, Ross-on-Wye HR9 7EE Tel: 01989 762404 info@littlechic.co.uk
Escape
Ross-on-Wye’s premier outdoor sports and activity shop stocking a huge range of goods for walking, cycling and other outdoor pursuits.
Croft Court, Ross-on-Wye Tel: 01989 565676
Lainey Handbags
Fashion goods and accessories including stylish handbags, dresses and scarves. Now incorporating The Silver Store.
4 Gloucester Road, Ross-on-Wye HR9 5BU Tel: 07712 233401 laineyhandbags@gmail.com
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Samax Antiquities
Impressive collection of ancient artefacts, jewellery, rugs and furnishings from around the world. Nearest thing in the town to a romantic soukh.
Gloucester Road, Ross-on-Wye Tel: 07769 650843 samax@themail.co.uk
Field Fayre
Ross-on-Wye’s other award winning delicatessan and organic store including fruit and vegetables and natural organic products.
18-19 Broad Street, Ross-on-Wye HR9 7EA Tel: 01989 566683 enquiries@field-fayre.co.uk
Silver Store
Lovely, shiny shop selling high quality silver products. Now moved to Lainey’s Handbags, 4, Gloucester Road, Ross-on-Wye.
Tel: 0771 2233401 elaine@silverstoreross.co.uk
Waterfall Antiques
An antique corner shop stocked with high quality pine furniture.
43 High Street, Ross-on-Wye HR9 5DH Tel: 01989 563103 owen.mccarthy@btinternet.com
Tudor Sweets
How often have we longed to find an old-fashioned sweet shop nestled under a Tudor black and white timbered building. The sort of shop Dickins would have loved.
High Street, Ross-on-Wye HR9 5HL Tel: 01989 566449
Crows Feet
Lovely shop packed with gifts, unusual cards and gift books. Well worth browsing around. Cantilupe Road, Ross-on-Wye Tel: 01989 763698 jo.parker@hotmail.co.uk
Ross Old Books
Traditional antiquarian bookshop and one of the most iconic shops in the town. Now sells antiques and is part of the Vintage trail.
51/52 High Street, Ross-on-Wye, HR9 5HH Tel: 07980 639356 enquiries@rossoldbooks.co.uk
County Antiques
Vintage items bought and sold. House clearance, valuations.
16 Gloucester Rd, Ross-On-Wye, Herefordshire, HR9 5BU Tel: 01989 565554 or 07528 943903
Cici
Elegant designer clothes in this charming boutique. Popular styles for women who desire style and quality.
The Maltings, Ross-on-Wye (close to Sainsbury’s)
Shuko
Elegant shoes, handbags and fashion accessories in stylish High Street boutique. 5, High Street, Ross-on-Wye HR9 5HL Tel: 01989 218055 marcusj@101sunlites.com
Man of Ross Gallery
Modern day impressionist painter and teacher Anthony J Avery owns an eclectic art gallery where filled with original watercolours and oil paintings. He also teaches, running classes for both experiences and beginner artists.
i, Edde Cross Street, Ross-on-Wye HR9 7BS Tel:01989 768118 www.anthonyjavery.co.uk
Fishers
Everything for the angler. Ross-on-Wye attracts droves of anglers each year.This well stocked shop is a haven for fishermen (and women).
4 High Street, Ross-on-Wye HR9 5HL Tel: 01989 218081
Lalena Jewellery
A gift emporium with a wide range of jewellery of other attractive artefacts.When you are looking for that special present.
30 High Street, Ross-on-Wye, HR9 3BZ 07769 340238
Space/Inside
An emporium of retro collectibles, objets d’art, quirky, unusual items. Visitors can spend an hour or more browsing the vast selection of items for sale
2 High Street, Ross-on-Wye, HR9 5HL Tel: 07534 005569 space_inside@gmx.com
The Cookshop
Packed with every conceivable kitchen utensil, The Cookshop is a long-established culinary and kitchen equipment supplier in the town.
41 High Street, Ross-on-Wye, HR9 5HD Tel: 01989 769100 info@rosscookshop.co.uk www.rosscookshop.com
Designer Flowers
Bijou florist on Gloucester Road serving locals and tourists alike. Walk into the scented interior for a comprehensive selection of flowers and blooms.
31 Gloucester Road, Ross-on-Wye, HR9 5LE Tel: 01989 566560 e: designer.flowers.ross@gmail.com www.designerflowersross.co.uk
Essential Sewing Services
The premier sewing materials and equipment supplier in the town, including garment alteration service, home measuring service and, with Curtain Rescue, a curtain, blind and fabric supply and repair service.
31 Gloucester Road, Ross-on-Wye, HR9 5LE Tel: 01989 566406 e: enquiries@esssewing.co.uk
River Music
As befits ‘The Town Of Music’. River Music is the centre of the local music scene selling a vast selection of guitars and other stringed instruments plus musical supplies, from plectrums to guitar strings.
Brookend Street, Ross-on-Wye Tel: 01989 566856 www.river-music.co.uk
Lyons Gold Raw Design Gallery
Lyons Gold Raw Design Gallery claims to be a hidden Herefordshire gem, exhibiting exciting works of art from contemporary to functional. It sells all things beautiful, stating: “Shining a light on raw beauty lost within the cracks of society, ultimately bringing the general public closer to the wonderful work of art. The gallery stocks works by local and national artists including Danni Bradford, Daniel Hooper, Paul Bennett and Nicky Chubb.
Brookend Street, Ross-on-Wye, 01989 564354 info@lyonsgold.com
The Boutique
A ladies boutique selling an exciting range of women’s fashion, a magnet for ladies looking for that ‘something special’. An attractive, welcoming space where designer and everyday fashion mix under the helpful eye of owner Julie Baggot.
38 High Street, Ross-on-Wye,
Crossfield Creations
Sells a huge number of engraved wooden gifts from family trees to bowls and everything in between. Owner Claire Dartnell gives engraving demonstrations. Also stocks other gifts for special occasions.
High Street, Ross-on-Wye, HR9 5HL Tel: 0770 3060203 crossfieldcreations@aol.com