Fownhope Village (original) (raw)

Wide view of Fownhope village taken from Common Hill with bright yellow fields of rapeseed and rolling hills surrounding the church and houses

Welcome to Fownhope

Nestled in the beautiful Wye Valley we’re an active community, powered by an army of volunteers, and supported by an award-winning Parish Council.

Logo for the Local Council Award Scheme Quality Gold

Montage showing elements from the Village Calendar.

Join in

With over 100 events each month, organised by more than 30 clubs and groups, there’s something for everyone in Fownhope. Volunteers make it all happen.

Volunteering boosts your social life, gives you a sense of belonging and helps the community. It’s really what makes Fownhope tick.

Could you help out?

Visit us

Fownhope is a beautiful place to visit, with rolling hills and picturesque countryside.

We have nature reserves in abundance, some of the darkest skies in the country, and plenty of options for eating, drinking and sleeping.

The Parish Council

The Parish Council is delighted to have been awarded the Quality Gold Award, the first local council in Herefordshire to hold the award.

The Quality Gold Award demonstrates that a council is at the forefront of best practice and achieves excellence in governance, community leadership and council development.