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Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire

Ross-on-Wye is a market town in Herefordshire. Ross stands on the banks of the River Wye, and on the northern edge of the Forest of Dean. Ross-on-Wye is known for its independent shops, picturesque streets and market square with its red sandstone Market House, built between 1650 and 1654. The town is within the council area of County of Herefordshire.

Place Type: Town
Historic County: Herefordshire
Lat, Long: 51.913935,-2.583695
Grid Reference: SO 5994 2409
Civil Parish: Ross-on-Wye CP
Council Area: County of Herefordshire CA
Police Area: West Mercia PA

GBPN ID: 38558
Entry Type: Main listing (P)
URL: https://gazetteer.org.uk/place/Ross-on-Wye,_Herefordshire_38558

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