Welcome to Walterstone

Walterstone is a small village located in the county of Herefordshire, England. It is situated in the foothills of the Black Mountains, which makes it an ideal location for those who enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and horse riding. The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside, with rolling hills and lush green fields as far as the eye can see. The River Monnow runs through the village, adding to its natural beauty.

The village of Walterstone has a rich history, with evidence of human habitation dating back to the Bronze Age. The village was once a thriving agricultural community, with many farms and smallholdings in the area. Today, the village is much quieter, with a population of around 200 people. There is a small church in the village, St Mary's, which dates back to the 12th century. The church is a Grade II listed building and is well worth a visit for those interested in history and architecture.

Despite its small size, Walterstone has a strong sense of community. There is a village hall which hosts a range of events throughout the year, including a popular annual fete. The village also has a pub, The Carpenters Arms, which serves delicious food and drink and is a popular spot for locals and visitors alike. Overall, Walterstone is a charming and picturesque village that offers a peaceful and idyllic way of life.

Local Weather

Partly Cloudy

Temp: 10.4°C

Feels Like: 8°C

Wind: 11.9 MPH

Wind Dir: SW

Local Schools

School	Details
Longtown Community Primary School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Miss Mary Boustead	Longtown Hereford Herefordshire HR2 0LE 01873860239 School Website
Ewyas Harold Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Ms Laura Wallace	Ewyas Harold Hereford Herefordshire HR2 0EY 01981240432 School Website
Michaelchurch Escley Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Louise Crocker	Michaelchurch Escley Hereford Herefordshire HR2 0PT 01981510208 School Website
Garway Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Miss Julie Jones	Garway Hereford Herefordshire HR2 8RQ 01600750273 School Website
Fairfield High School Academy Converter Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mrs Sue Gaston	Peterchurch Hereford Herefordshire HR2 0SG 01981550231 School Website
Kingstone High School Academy Converter Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mr Lee Butler	Kingstone Hereford Herefordshire HR2 9HJ 01981250224 School Website
Kingstone And Thruxton Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Elissa Vigus	Kingstone Hereford Herefordshire HR2 9HJ 01981250338 School Website
Peterchurch Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Nia Powell	Peterchurch Hereford Herefordshire HR2 0RP 01981550230 School Website
The Steiner Academy Hereford Academy Sponsor Led Ages:3-16 Head Teacher Mr Kate Andrews	Much Dewchurch Hereford Herefordshire HR2 8DL 01981540221 School Website
St Weonard's Academy Academy Converter Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Alison Taylor	Mount Way St Weonards Hereford Herefordshire HR2 8NU 1981580352 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Abergavenny Station Approach, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, NP7 5HS 7.36 Miles

Hereford Station Approach, Hereford, Herefordshire, HR1 1BB 14.48 Miles

Ebbw Vale Town Steelworks Road, Ebbw Vale, Blaenau Gwent, NP23 6DN 14.63 Miles

Ebbw Vale Parkway Off Glan Ebbw Terrace, Waun-Lywd, Blaenau Gwent, NP23 8AP 15.14 Miles

Pontypool And New Inn Station Approach, Pontypool Road, New Inn, Torfaen, NP4 0QX 15.25 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Aber Cabs 07811 197388 76 St Anderws Crescent, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, NP7 6HN 6.31 Miles
A Cabs 07958 702208 59 St Andrews Crescrent, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, NP7 6HN 6.31 Miles
Central Cars 01873 850197 21 St. Teilos Rd, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, NP7 6HA 6.34 Miles
Station Cars 01873 857233 21 St. Teilos Rd, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, NP7 6HA 6.34 Miles
Jerry's Private Hire 01981 580359 Glendower House, Hereford, Herefordshire, HR2 8EZ 6.35 Miles
Abergavenny Taxis 01873 854140 44 Rother Avenue, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, NP7 6DD 6.44 Miles
Cymru Cars 07708 800977 11 Old Barn Way, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, NP7 6DY 6.58 Miles
Train 2 Taxi 01873 858597 66 Ysguborwen, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, NP7 6EF 6.61 Miles
Richmond Taxis 07966 614127 26 Richmond Rd, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, NP7 5RD 6.66 Miles
T C Cabs 07773 861750 12 Old Hereford Road, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, NP7 6EL 6.69 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Longtown Po No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:15:30 Saturday Last Collection:09:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Ewyas Harold Po No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:16:15 Saturday Last Collection:11:15 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
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Llantilio Crossenny No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
St Johns Square No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:18:00 Saturday Last Collection:13:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
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Skenfrith No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Peterchurch Po No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:15:15 Saturday Last Collection:11:15 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Golden Valley Practice 01981 240320	The Surgery Ewyas Harold Hereford Herefordshire HR2 0EU
Peterchurch Surgery 01981 550322	Closure Place Peterchurch Hereford Herefordshire HR2 0RS
The Surgery Kingstone 01981 250215	The Surgery Kingstone Hereford Herefordshire HR2 9HN
Much Birch Surgery 01981 540310	The Surgery Much Birch Hereford Herefordshire HR2 8HT
Belmont Medical Centre 01432 354366	Belmont Medical Centre Eastholme Ave, Belmont Hereford Herefordshire HR2 7XT

Local Stores

Blaenavon
Ivor Street
Blaenavon
Pontypool
Gwent
NP4 9NA
01495 791535
shop.4658@coop.co.uk
Store Website
11.45 miles

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SPAR - Gilwern
Gilwern Garage
Crickhowell Road
Gilwern
Abergavenny
NP7 0DF
01873 268 020
Store Website
8.7 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

The Laurels Veterinary Group
Pontrilas Road Ewyas Harold Hereford Herefordshire HR2 0EL 01981 240333 manager@laurelsvets.com Website 3.55 miles
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Animals Treated
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Poultry Health Services
Herriot House Howton Pontrilas Hereford Herefordshire HR2 0BG 01981 241320 hereford@poultryhealthservices.com Website 5.21 miles

Animals Treated
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Abbey Veterinary Centre
St Arvans Chambers Hereford Road Abergavenny Monmouthshire NP7 5PR 01873 852391 vets@abbeyvets.co.uk Website 6.94 miles
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Animals Treated
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Riverside Veterinary Care Ltd
60 Brecon Road Abergavenny Gwent NP7 7RB 01873 857544 Website 7.12 miles
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Animals Treated
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Mon	08:30	18:00
Closed between 13:00 and 14:00
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Closed between 13:00 and 14:00
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Closed between 12:30 and 14:00
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Farm First Veterinary Services
Unit 1 The Bryn Garage Penpergym Abergavenny Monmouthshire NP7 9AT 01873 840167 info@farmfirstvets.co.uk Website 9.10 miles
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Animals Treated
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Open on Saturday mornings during lambing time ONLY
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Abbey Equine Clinic
Llansabbath Barns Llanellen Abergavenny Monmouthshire NP7 9BY 01873 840069 office@abbeyequine.co.uk Website 9.43 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Llanfoist
Walk Along Old Railway Line And Canal Merthyr Rd Gwent Llanfoist Abergavenny NP7 9LR 7.92 miles

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Bracelands To Symonds Yat
This 6 Mile Walk Has A Number Of Possible Start Points. We Started At The Bracelands Campsite Entrance (Grid Ref So561130) Where There Is Parking For Those Not Straying At The Site. An Alternative Start Is The Symonds Yat Car Park.Although The Stretch Along The "Wye Valley Walk" Is Flat, There Is A Steep Climb To The Symonds Yat View Point And Steady Climb Back To Bracelands. There Are Stunning Views Of The River Wye, Evidence Of Wild Boar In The Woods And Varied Woodland. 2 Braceland Cottages Braceland Coleford GL16 7NP 15.33 miles Parking On Road Or Down By The &Quot;Retreat&Quot; Shop. Alternatively, Stay At The Campsite And Walk From There.

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Cwmbran Boating Lake
A Walk Around The Beautiful Boating Lake At Llanyrafon, Cwmbran. 1 Bryngwyn Rd Pontypool NP4 6ET 15.49 miles

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Pontymoile Canal Basin
A Lovely Walk Around The Canal Basin And Along The Monmouthshire To Brecon Canal 1 Fountain Rd Pontymoile Pontypool NP4 8ET 15.60 miles

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Queens Wood
Good Paths Flat In Parts Some Hills, Cafe And Toilets On Site. Queenswood Country Park And Arboretum Leominster Lancashire 19.50 miles Queens Wood Off A49

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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 19.50 miles Queens Wood At The Top On The Hill.

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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

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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	-8.4°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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