| Much Birch | |
|---|---|
 Parish Church of St Mary and St Thomas Becket | |
  Much Birch Location within Herefordshire | |
| Unitary authority | |
| Shire county | |
| Region | |
| Country | England |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Post town | Hereford |
| Postcode district | HR2 |
| Police | West Mercia |
| Fire | Hereford and Worcester |
| Ambulance | West Midlands |
| UK Parliament | |
Much Birch is a village and civil parish in Herefordshire, England, between Hereford and Ross-on-Wye. [1] The village has a population of approximately 500 residents. [2] The parish includes the settlements of Kings Thorn, Much Birch and parts of Wormelow.
The village extends for about 1.5 miles (2 km) along the A49, a busy trunk road running from the border with South Wales to North West England.
The church of St Mary and St Thomas of Canterbury, designed by Thomas Foster, dates from 1837. The chancel ceiling is painted with cherubs peeping over clouds. [3] The village also features the 12th-century St Mary's Church, which is a Grade II listed building and includes a Norman doorway and a 14th-century tower. [2]
Much Birch also has a primary school, pubs and restaurants, a village hall and a post office.[ citation needed ]
Much Birch is a popular destination for tourists, drawn by its peaceful surroundings and rich history. The village is surrounded by countryside and is a popular spot for walkers and cyclists. It is situated close to the Wye Valley, a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. [2]
The Much Birch Parish Council serves as the closest tier of local government, providing updates on community events and issues, and acting as an information resource for both residents and visitors.
