English Heritage sites near Ruspidge and Soudley Parish
ST BRIAVELS CASTLE
7 miles from Ruspidge and Soudley Parish
The fine twin-towered gatehouse, built by Edward I in 1292, once defended a crossbow bolt factory which used local iron. Once a prison, now a youth hostel in wonderful walking country.
GOODRICH CASTLE
7 miles from Ruspidge and Soudley Parish
Goodrich stands majestically on a wooded hill commanding the passage of the River Wye into the picturesque valley of Symonds Yat.
OFFA'S DYKE
10 miles from Ruspidge and Soudley Parish
An earthwork roughly following the Welsh/English boundary consisting of a ditch and rampart. Origins shrouded in mystery but possibly built in response to events involving the Princes of Powys.
NYMPSFIELD LONG BARROW
11 miles from Ruspidge and Soudley Parish
Large Neolithic burial mound with spectacular views over the Severn Valley. Built by earliest farming communities in the Cotswolds almost 5,000 years ago. Internal chambers are uncovered for viewing.
ULEY LONG BARROW (HETTY PEGLER'S TUMP)
11 miles from Ruspidge and Soudley Parish
A partly reconstructed Neolithic chambered mound, 37 metres (120 ft) long, atmospherically sited overlooking the Severn Valley. 'Hetty Pegler' was its 17th century landowner.
OVER BRIDGE
12 miles from Ruspidge and Soudley Parish
A single-arch stone bridge spanning the River Severn, built in 1825-30 by the great engineer Thomas Telford.
No churches found in Ruspidge and Soudley Parish
Pubs in Ruspidge and Soudley Parish
New Inn
Comfortable, welcoming village community pub, under with aseparate games room at the rear. Completely wet-led, there are two ever changing ales from local micro-breweries. Small patio and raised garden area. Small car park. Open all day at...
Rising Sun
Friendly forest pub, popular with the locals. Two real ales, mainly from independent brewers. Open 1800-2300 Monday to Thursday, from 1700-2300 on Friday and all day, Saturday and Sunday. Bar snacks available Friday-Sunday.
White Horse Inn
The White Horse is a rare survivor in that it retains its original internal layout, somehow 'missing out' on the usual 'improvements and refurbishments' that have made so many pubs bland incarnations of their former selves. A lively front b...
Woodlands
One-bar family-run freehouse on the edge of town. Child and dog friendly. Open all-day. The function room seats 80 people. A selection of Gloucestershire bottled beers available.