St John the Baptist, Orcop, Herefordshire HR2 8ES

Details

Accessibility

https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/10679/facilities/

2025:

"Dog friendly

Open to visitors"

Brief description

https://www.nationalchurchestrust.org/church/st-john-baptist-orcop

2025:

"Dating in part from the 12th century, an extensive Victorian restoration removed many of the medieval features but a fine vaulted ceiling with carved bosses remains.

The structure features an attractive 16th century timber bell tower topped by a squat steeple. To celebrate the millennium, a stained glass east window of contemporary design was installed, based on the theme of 'light'. In the churchyard can also be found an ancient stone prayer cross.

It is a place of great peace and tranquillity well worth a visit, as well as being a special venue for poetry and musical events."

Address

St John the Baptist

Orcop
Herefordshire
HR2 8ES

Email

2025:

https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/10679/get-in-touch/

+ https://www.stw.org.uk/contact/

Phone

2025:

Priest-in-Charge - 01981 345044

Website

https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/10679/

and https://www.stw.org.uk/Orcop-church/

+ https://www.nationalchurchestrust.org/church/st-john-baptist-orcop

Directions

"Postcode for sat nav: HR2 8ES

Grid reference: SO 480 275

The church is in a beautiful position with glorious views about a mile south of Orcop Hill.  From the Fountain Inn, head south and after a mile go straight across at the crossroads (taking care as the crossed road has right of way) and follow the lane to the church."

Opening Times

https://www.nationalchurchestrust.org/church/st-john-baptist-orcop

2025:

"Open during daylight hours"

Always check with the venue directly for up-to-date information including opening times and admission charges as they may be subject to change

Transport

Amenities

https://www.nationalchurchestrust.org/church/st-john-baptist-orcop

2025:

"Key features:

• Spectacular stained glass

• National heritage here

• Fascinating churchyard

• Famous connections

• Enchanting atmosphere

• Captivating architecture"