The village of Kings Caple, nearly five miles from Ross on Wye, gained its name by dint of the fact that during the time of the Norman Conquest the residents were Welsh speaking people who owed allegiance to English kings – as opposed to neighbouring How Caple and Caplefore (Brockhampton) which belonged to the Canons of Hereford Cathedral.
Churches of Kings Caple
- St. John the Baptist Church - Kings Caple
The church of St. John the Baptist at Kings Caple is 13th century, however there were additions in the 14th century which included the tower.
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News from the Past Kings Caple
- Kings Caple News from the Past
Tales of accidents, assault and other stuff
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Buildings Kings Caple
- King's Caple Court - History
Kings Caple Court is an 18th century red brick mansion.
Read More > - Aramstone Court History
The original Aramstone House dated back to the early 17th century, when it was owned by the Marrett family, then it passed to the Woodhouse family through marriage. Francis Woodhouse rebuilt the house in around 1730 and it stood in gorgeous grounds close to the River Wye. Outside features included an ice house; a cold bath, glasshouses and a dovecote.
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