Church of St Mary the Virgin, Yazor, Herefordshire
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A needle-sharp spire with views over the Wye Valley
This Victorian church has a needle-sharp spire that overlooks the Wye Valley. The church was built at the expense of the Price family of nearby Foxley between 1843 and 1855. The architect was George Moore but the spire and remarkable fittings were completed by the rector, The Reverend R L Freer.
The dark and atmospheric interior is a riot of colourful painting and wonderful wood carving, lit by some beautiful stained glass.
Please make a contribution towards the upkeep of this church via our at our red donate button. A donation can also by made by texting "YAZ" to 70970 to donate £5 or 70191 to donate £10.
Thank you
For further information about this church please contact the Local Community Officer by email [email protected]
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Access information
Along a grass path cut through the banks of the churchyard from a 5-bar gate to the adjacent lane. The approach is relatively flat, if soft under foot, but entrance at the west end is up 5 steps to the porch. Access via the West door has 8 steps and each vestry has three up from the churchyard.
This church main door is not locked but the door and latch can stick so use two hands to turn the handle and push.
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Facilities & Hire
This church has electric lighting but no toilet facilities.
Working organ and fixed pews.
If you would like to hire this church please contact [email protected]
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Directions
7 miles north west of Hereford on A480; church adjacent to A480 in hamlet of Yazor; brown 'historic church' tourism sign in Yazor provides direction.
Parking is in the layby in the lane at the side of the church. Space for 2 vehicles.
There is a bus stop outside the church on the A480.
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Transport
Nearest railway station: Hereford (7.7 miles)
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History & Further Information
Why not make your visit more enjoyable and informed by finding out more about this church and the CCT before you visit?
You can download a range of publications below including the relevant county guide, and any walk round guides we have for this church.
Herefordshire & Worcestershire County GuideThis free of charge short guide contains details of all the churches CCT cares for in Herefordshire & Worcestershire.
St. Mary the Virgin, Yazor guidebook -
Volunteering Opportunities
We’d love to hear from anyone who would like to join our volunteering team at this church. Could you help with history tours, cleaning, gardening or supporting events perhaps?
To find out more please contact our Local Community Officer:
Tracy Genever [email protected]
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Community information
Click here to download a copy of the CP which sets out the shared vision for the future of the church. This is a working document that will be updated on a regular basis. If you have any feedback or if you want to contact us about the church plan please drop us a line. When you write, please do give the name of the church, thank you!
Latest church plan:
Yazor Church Plan - August 2024.pdf 3Church of St Mary the Virgin, Yazor, is in our West region.
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