Welcome to Bleak Acre

Bleak Acre is a small village located in the county of Herefordshire, England. The village is situated in a remote area, surrounded by hills and forests. The name of the village itself suggests that it is not a very welcoming place. The village is known for its harsh weather conditions, which can be quite challenging for the residents. The winters are particularly harsh, with heavy snowfall and freezing temperatures.

The village has a small population, with only a few hundred residents. The majority of the residents are farmers, who work on the surrounding farmland. The village has a few shops and a pub, which is the only place where the residents can socialize. The pub is a popular spot for the locals, who gather there to share stories and catch up on the latest news.

Despite its remote location and harsh weather conditions, Bleak Acre has a certain charm that attracts visitors. The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside, with rolling hills and lush forests. The area is popular with hikers and nature lovers, who come to explore the stunning scenery. The village also has a rich history, with several historic buildings and landmarks that are worth visiting. Overall, Bleak Acre is a unique and fascinating place, with a character all of its own.

Local Weather

Partly Cloudy

Temp: 7°C

Feels Like: 3.6°C

Wind: 12.5 MPH

Wind Dir: SSW

Local Schools

School	Details
Kington Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Emma Bretherton	Mill Street Kington Herefordshire HR5 3AL 01544230363 School Website
Lady Hawkins School Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Paul Jennings	Park View Kington Herefordshire HR5 3AR 01544230441 School Website
Eardisley C Of E Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Bridget Knight	Eardisley Hereford Herefordshire HR3 6NS 01544327262 School Website
Almeley Primary School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr Matthew Maund	Almeley Hereford Herefordshire HR3 6LH 01544327267 School Website
Clifford Primary School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Sarah Scourfield	Clifford Hereford Herefordshire HR3 5HA 01497831202 School Website
Staunton On Wye Endowed Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Joanna Davies	School Lane Staunton-On-Wye Hereford Herefordshire HR4 7LT 01981500331 School Website
Pembridge C Of E Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr Robert Hollis	Bearwood Lane Pembridge Leominster Herefordshire HR6 9EA 01544388366 School Website
Weobley High School Community School Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mr Dean Williams	Burton Wood Weobley Hereford Herefordshire HR4 8ST 01544318159 School Website
Weobley Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Miss Stephen Warrell	Burton Wood Weobley Hereford Herefordshire HR4 8ST 01544318273 School Website
St Marys Primary School Dilwyn Free Schools Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Peter Kyles	Dilwyn Herefordshire HR4 8HR 01544318277 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Knighton Station Road, Knighton, Powys, LD7 1DT 12.06 Miles

Dolau Station Road, Dolau, Powys, LD1 5TG 12.60 Miles

Llanbister Road Llanbister Road, Near Llangynllo, Powys, LD1 5UW 13.31 Miles

Knucklas Glyndwr, Knucklas, Powys, LD7 1PN 13.39 Miles

Bucknell Weston Road, Bucknell, Shropshire, SY7 0AD 13.62 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Taxi Us Transfers 07760 456324 Gypsy Castle/Hay On Wye, Kington, Herefordshire, HR5 3EG 2.33 Miles
Radnor And Kington Taxies 01547 560205 Bridge Street, Kington, Herefordshire, HR5 3DL 2.41 Miles
Radnor And Kington Taxies 01547 560205 Lower House, Presteigne, Powys, LD8 2SA 5.97 Miles
Garrods Taxis 01544 267220 Broad St, Presteigne, Powys, LD8 2AF 7.42 Miles
Access Taxis 01544 267739 Milbank, Presteigne, Powys, LD8 2EH 8.69 Miles
Better Travel 07813 255991 10 Milbank, Presteigne, Powys, LD8 2EH 8.69 Miles
Knighton Taxis 01547 528165 The Dingle, Knighton, Powys, LD7 1LD 11.61 Miles
Advanced Private Hire 01568 611111 38 Farmeadow Rd, Leominster, Herefordshire, HR6 9AB 12.29 Miles
Priory Cars 01568 612145 Kings Thorne, Leominster, Herefordshire, HR6 8RS 12.61 Miles
Leominster Taxis 01568 616964 Barons Cross Rd, Leominster, Herefordshire, HR6 8RS 12.61 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
The Mere No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:10:00 Saturday Last Collection:09:15
Bollingham No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:10:15 Saturday Last Collection:09:15
Mahollam No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:30 Saturday Last Collection:09:15
Rd Lion Brilley No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:10:00 Saturday Last Collection:10:00
Lower Hergest No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:09:00
Woodbrook No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:10:00 Saturday Last Collection:09:15
Lower Welson No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:11:30 Saturday Last Collection:09:15
Cutterbach Lane No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:12:00 Saturday Last Collection:08:00
Brilley Common No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:30 Saturday Last Collection:09:30
Park Avenue No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Great Oak No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:11:00 Saturday Last Collection:09:15
Huntington No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:12:00 Saturday Last Collection:09:15
Headbrook No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Woodseaves No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:11:30 Saturday Last Collection:09:15
Huntington School No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:10:30 Saturday Last Collection:09:15

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Kington Medical Practice - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	Eardisley Road Kington HR5 3EA
Kington Medical Practice - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Eardisley Road Kington HR5 3EA
Kington Medical Practice 01544 230302	The Surgery Eardisley Road Kington Herefordshire HR5 3EA
The Staunton-On-Wye Surgery 01981 500227	Staunton On Wye Hereford Herefordshire HR4 7LT
Weobley & Staunton On Wye Surgeries 01544 318472	The Surgery Gadbridge Road Weobley Herefordshire HR4 8SN

Local Stores

Kington
Crabtree Road
Kington
Herefordshire
HR5 3UD
01544 230190
Store Website
2.34 miles

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SPAR - Kington
38-39
Church Street
Kington
HR5 3BQ
01544 230147
Store Website
2.4 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Arrowfield Veterinary Practice Ltd
Butt'S Meadow Hatton Gardens Kington Herefordshire HR5 3DD 01544 230567 admin@arrowfieldvets.co.uk Website 2.70 miles
Amenities
Animals Treated
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Hay Veterinary Group Llp
Greenfields Forest Road Hay-On-Wye Herefordshire HR3 5FA 01497 820863 contact@hayvets.co.uk Website 7.70 miles
Amenities
Animals Treated
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Mortimer Equine Vets Ltd
The Hay Barn Lynch Court Erdisland Leominster Herefordshire HR6 9AR 07979 220721 rowena@mortimerequinevets.co.uk 8.73 miles

Animals Treated
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Hafren Veterinary Group
Knighton Surgery Ludlow Road Knighton Powys LD7 1HP 01547 528292 knighton@hafrenvets.co.uk Website 11.84 miles
Amenities
Animals Treated
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Mon	08:30	17:00
Closed 12:30-1:30. Out of hours emergency please phone 01547 528292
Tue	08:30	17:00
Closed 12:30-1:30. Out of hours emergency please phone 01547 528292
Wed	08:30	17:00
Closed 12:30-1:30. Out of hours emergency please phone 01547 528292
Thu	08:30	17:00
Closed 12:30-1:30. Out of hours emergency please phone 01547 528292
Fri	08:30	17:00
Closed 12:30-1:30. Out of hours emergency please phone 01547 528292
Sat	08:30	12:00
Outside office hours - to contact the emergency service phone 01547 528292
Sun	closed	closed
Closed 12:30-1:30. Out of hours emergency please phone 01547 528292

Hafren Veterinary Group Limited
1 Station Road Knighton Powys LD7 1BU 01547 529600/01597 528292 knightonsmallanimals@hafrenvets.co.uk Website 12.01 miles
Amenities
Animals Treated
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Mon	08:30	17:00
Outside office hours please phone 01547 528292 for the emergency service.
Tue	08:30	17:00
Outside office hours please phone 01547 528292 for the emergency service.
Wed	08:30	17:00
Outside office hours please phone 01547 528292 for the emergency service.
Thu	08:30	17:00
Outside office hours please phone 01547 528292 for the emergency service.
Fri	08:30	17:00
Outside office hours please phone 01547 528292 for the emergency service.
Sat	08:30	12:00
Outside office hours please phone 01547 528292 for the emergency service.
Sun	closed	closed
Outside office hours please phone 01547 528292 for the emergency service.

Medivet Leominster/ Marches Veterinary Group
Ryelands Road Leominster Herefordshire HR6 8PN 01568 612266 leominster@medivet.co.uk Website 13.24 miles

Animals Treated
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Local Dog Walks

Queens Wood
Good Paths Flat In Parts Some Hills, Cafe And Toilets On Site. Queenswood Country Park And Arboretum Leominster Lancashire 13.82 miles Queens Wood Off A49

Location what3words fruit.crinkled.refer

Queens Wood Leominster
A Nice Walk For Both Kids And Dogs. Different Routes To Take With A View Point Connecting A Few Routes Together. Queenswood Country Park And Arboretum Lancashire 13.82 miles Queens Wood At The Top On The Hill.

Location what3words fruit.crinkled.refer

Vinnalls Loop Mortimers Forest
This Trail Ascends To The Summit Of The High Vinnalls Giving Panoramic Views In All Directions And Then Passes Through A Variety Of Timber Crops And Open Deer Lawns. Wigmore Rd Ludlow Lancashire SY8 2HG 16.17 miles

Location what3words showed.walking.overpaid

Black Pool Loop Trail 24?Km (15?Miles)
Black Pool Loop Trail 2.4?Km (1.5?Miles) Archaeological Features In This Area Include Quarries, Holloways (Ancient Sunken Cart Tracks) Charcoal Burning Platforms, And An Iron Age Settlement. B4361 Lancashire 17.65 miles

Location what3words shrimps.riverbed.tacky

Mortimer Forest
A Circular Dog Friendly Walk Through Mortimer Forest, Near Ludlow. The Black Pool Loop Trail (Orange Marked) Includes Archaeological Features Such As Quarries, Holloways (Ancient Sunken Cart Tracks), Charcoal Burning Platforms, And An Iron Age Settlement. Lancashire SY8 2HD 18.55 miles Off The B4361 Ludlow To Richard's Castle Road, 2 Miles South-West Of Ludlow.

Location what3words foods.gurgling.text

Ludlow Castle
The Walk Starts In Front Of The Castle, The Walk Is On A Hard Surface, It Takes You A Steady Slope Around The Castle Paths, There Are Paths Leading Off Down To The River And Park , Play Area And Toilets. What Goes Down Must Go Up, There Is Quite A Steep Path Up The Other Side Of The Castle And Through Some Of The Castle Walls Through The Gardens Leading Back Up To Castle Front. 13 Dinham Lancashire 19.35 miles

Location what3words briefer.scrum.remaking

Weather Forecast

Saturday	00:00	02:00	04:00	06:00	08:00	10:00	12:00	14:00	16:00	18:00	20:00	22:00

	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Patchy light snow	Overcast	Overcast	Clear
Temp	-0.3°C	-0.5°C	-0.7°C	-1.4°C	-2.4°C	-3.9°C	-5.7°C	-7.2°C	-8.9°C	-6.9°C	-7.6°C	-9.5°C
Feels Like	-4.2°C	-4.3°C	-4.6°C	-5.5°C	-7.4°C	-9.7°C	-11.8°C	-13.9°C	-15.9°C	-13.7°C	-14.9°C	-17.2°C

Sunday	00:00	02:00	04:00	06:00	08:00	10:00	12:00	14:00	16:00	18:00	20:00	22:00

	Clear	Clear	Clear	Clear	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Clear	Clear	Clear
Temp	-10.1°C	-11°C	-11.9°C	-12.5°C	-12.6°C	-11.6°C	-9.6°C	-7.9°C	-7.3°C	-7.6°C	-9°C	-9.6°C
Feels Like	-18.1°C	-19.2°C	-20°C	-20.6°C	-20.6°C	-19.1°C	-16°C	-13.1°C	-11.4°C	-10.9°C	-12.9°C	-15.8°C

Monday	00:00	02:00	04:00	06:00	08:00	10:00	12:00	14:00	16:00	18:00	20:00	22:00

	Clear	Partly Cloudy	Cloudy	Cloudy	Overcast	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Clear	Clear	Clear
Temp	-10.4°C	-10.2°C	-9.3°C	-8.1°C	-6.5°C	-3.7°C	0°C	2.5°C	3°C	2°C	0.4°C	-5.3°C
Feels Like	-16.1°C	-16.1°C	-15.6°C	-14.7°C	-13.3°C	-10.3°C	-5.7°C	-2.5°C	-1.4°C	-1.9°C	-3.7°C	-10°C

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