Living in Ross

  • Environment
    Environment
    Ross-on-Wye's high quality of life is related closely to its beautiful rural environment. Many businesses and organisations here place a high premium on sustainable living and work/life balance. It's the perfect location for modern low carbon businesses.
  • Food and drink
    Food and drink
    This is a foody paradise. Ross is close to sources of top quality local ingredients ranging from asparagus and Herfordshire beef to award winning ales and cider. There are also some hidden gems if you want to go out - gastro pubs and espresso cafes as well as traditonal rural hotels and restaurants.
  • Homes
    Homes
    Even with the market slowdown and falling values, city prices in most areas – particularly the south – have still got some distance to go before they could reasonably be described as affordable. However, with flats for less than £100,000 and four bedroom detached houses starting from around twice that, Ross on Wye continues to represent exceptional value.
  • Schools and kids
    Schools and kids
    You've come to the right place if you want to find a good school for your children, as well as clubs and places that offer exciting activities for kids and families. Have a look at the highlighted schools and more in this section to give you a flavour of what Ross has to offer.
  • Shopping
    Shopping
    Ross is one of those few market towns that are domianted by independent shops. If you want an identikit high street with no individual identity, you've come to the wrong place. Here you need to be in the know to know the best places to go. Look out particularly for cookshops, antiques, eco-furniture, food shops, flowers and art.
  • The river
    The river
    Originating in the Welsh mountains, the River Wye is the fifth longest river in the UK. Much of the Wye Valley is designated an area of outstanding natural beauty, and the river is regarded by anglers as one of the best for salmon fishing outside of Scotland.
  • Things to do
    Things to do
    Ross has the advanatge of being a peaceful rural market town next to a stunning river. Inevitably outdoor pursuits are a big part of life here. But there are also new cafes and bars opening, a theatre, art galleries and more.
Bridge over the River Wye