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The Great Britain Guide

Literary houses · South West England

Elliots Wood

In or near Symonds Yat.

♿ Wheelchair accessible

Elliots Wood — a literary house museum in wales south.

Huntsham Cottage, Symonds Yat - geograph.org.uk - 4312739

John Winder — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
1 h–1.5 h
Nearest railway station
Rookwood · 7.2 km
  • Wheelchair accessible

About

Elliots Wood is a literary house museum located in wales south. A British literary house preserving the home of a notable author, poet or playwright as a museum, often with original furniture and manuscripts. mound in Goodrich, Herefordshire, England, UK

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Protected designations

  • Site of Special Scientific Interest: Upper Wye Gorge SSSI
  • Site of Special Scientific Interest: River Wye SSSI
  • Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Wye Valley

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

Elliots Wood is a literary house located in South Wales. It is known for its association with notable literary figures and its tranquil woodland setting. Visitors can explore the surrounding area, which offers a peaceful retreat for those interested in literature and nature alike. The site serves as a reminder of the cultural heritage of the region.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates
51.8481, -2.6343
Parish
Whitchurch
Postcode
HR9 6BL
Parliamentary constituency
Hereford and South Herefordshire
Nearest railway station
Rookwood7.2 km

Sources

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Elliots Wood?
Elliots Wood is in South Wales, United Kingdom (postcode HR9 6BL), in the parish of Whitchurch.
What is Elliots Wood?
Elliots Wood — a literary house museum in wales south.
How do I get to Elliots Wood?
The nearest railway station is Rookwood, about 7.2 km away. Drivers can use postcode HR9 6BL.
Is Elliots Wood a protected site?
Yes — Elliots Wood is part of the Upper Wye Gorge SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the River Wye SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
How do I get to Elliots Wood?
The nearest railway station is Rookwood, about 7.2 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode HR9 6BL.