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Viewpoints · Mid Wales

Viewpoint & Parking

Free admission

Viewpoint & Parking is a viewpoint in the United Kingdom.

Trees along the route of the Golden Valley Railway - geograph.org.uk - 5972396

Christine Johnstone — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
20 min–45 min
Best time of year
Clear days year-round
  • Free entry
  • Dog-friendly

About

Viewpoint & Parking is a named viewpoint in Mid Wales, marked on Ordnance Survey maps for its outlook. The site is a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest. It sits within the Hereford and South Herefordshire parliamentary constituency. Postcode area HR3.

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Protected designations

  • Site of Special Scientific Interest: River Wye SSSI

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

The Viewpoint & Parking is located in Dorstone, Mid Wales. It offers scenic views of the River Wye, which is designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI). This site is notable for its natural beauty and ecological significance.

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

Coordinates
52.0876, -3.0356
Parish
Dorstone
Postcode
HR3 6BA
Parliamentary constituency
Hereford and South Herefordshire

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Viewpoint & Parking?
Viewpoint & Parking is in Mid Wales, United Kingdom (postcode HR3 6BA), in the parish of Dorstone.
What is Viewpoint & Parking?
Viewpoint & Parking is a viewpoint in the United Kingdom.
How do I get to Viewpoint & Parking?
Drivers can use postcode HR3 6BA.
Is Viewpoint & Parking a protected site?
Yes — Viewpoint & Parking is part of the River Wye SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
Is Viewpoint & Parking free to visit?
Yes, Viewpoint & Parking is free to enter.
How do I get to Viewpoint & Parking?
Drivers can navigate to postcode HR3 6BA. It sits within the Hereford and South Herefordshire parliamentary constituency.