The Shobdon Church Preservation Trust

So pretty
Apr 23rd, 2020

Beautiful small Romanesque style church, surprisingly light and airy.
Feb 5th, 2020

Aug 7th, 2018

I was so excited to visit this Church due to it's unique design and colour scheme. The light whites and pastel blues and mints paired with the gold made it feel very rococo meets moorish design. though the church is smaller and more unassuming than others we visited in the grander area of Herefordshire as we were there, this was the one which stuck with me the most. You could see messages from the very people in the community, and there was even a used book sale on the pews as we were there. So it may not be everyone's cup of tea, but it really added to the breath of fresh air the colour scheme and design provided in contrast to the traditional gothic, red and golds of the churches most commonly observed. It felt more like somewhere to come and recuperate more than anything else. The surrounding greenery was calming, also, and while there wasn't a lot to see, I think I could stay there for a very long time, at least, if I were to come back every summer. Highly recommend this hidden gem!
Dec 4th, 2021