Welcome to Staunton on Wye

Staunton on Wye is an English civil parish within the unitary authority of Herefordshire

Staunton-on-Wye is a rural parish, In 2010 the population was 410. Staunton-on-Wye is the main village, located north of the river Wye and the A438 Hereford to Brecon road. The rural hamlets of Letton is also in the parish. The Group Parish Council also includes the parish of Brobury with Monnington-on-Wye. The river Wye has Special Area of Conservation status and the parish overall benefits from a very high quality of environment with a mix of ancient forest, pasture, arable and apple orchards. Staunton has a conservation area centred around the old village school with a number of listed buildings. There are various buildings of special interest around the parish that are listed. South of the A438 the population is more sparse and the scattered mediaeval settlement pattern with few houses more recent than the 19th century. The road network (off the A438) consists largely of narrow lanes that limit potential for development.

Contact Information

clerk@stauntononwye-pc.gov.uk

Forthcoming Meetings

Staunton on Wye Group Parish Council – 7th September 2026

Meeting: Full Council

Staunton on Wye Group Parish Council – 7th December 2026

Meeting: Full Council

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News

9 July 2026 - Planning

Bliss Hall Farm Planning Application

The Parish Council meets on 13th July 2026 to consider a response to the planning consultation for Bliss Hall Farm. Members of the public are most welcome.
19 May 2026 - Council Business

Annual Governance & Accountability Return 2025-26

The Annual Governance & Accountability Return 2025-26 has been agreed. The dates for the public right to inspect and make copies of the unaudited accounts and vouchers will run from 3rd June to 14 July 2026.
5 May 2026 - Planning

How Can The Community Take Control of Development?

Staunton on Wye launches new Neighbourhood Planning exercise
3 December 2025 - Planning

Council To Consider Jarvis School Redevelopment Plans

Parish Councillors will meet on Monday 12th January 2026 to consider planning applications have been lodged which could see flats and houses developed at the former Jarvis School building, Staunton on Wye.

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