Church of St Mary the Virgin, Yazor
Herefordshire
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About This Church
A needle-sharp spire with views over the Wye Valley
This Victorian church has a needle-sharp spire that overlooks the Wye Valley. The church was built at the expense of the Price family of nearby Foxley between 1843 and 1855. The architect was George Moore and the spire and remarkable fittings were completed by the rector, The Reverend R L Freer. Across the road you can just make out the ruins of the original church of St Thomas at the bottom of the field which has an adjacent graveyard (there are no graves at St Mary's).
The light and atmospheric interior is a riot of colourful painting and wonderful wood carving, lit by some beautiful stained glass and the floor tiles lead the eye to the magnificent chancel. The font, the two bells and some of the monuments came from the old church and are so much older than other furnishings in the building. Do have a look at the clever pull-down benches in the north transept, which was apparently used as a school room.
Please make a contribution towards the upkeep of this church via our at our red donate button. A donation can also by made by texting "YAZ" to 70970 to donate £5 or 70191 to donate £10.
Access Information
Entry is across a grassy pathway from the south side or up rustic steps from the main road, to the church porch.
There are 2 steps into the church and once inside the floor is level with one step up to the chancel.
Facilities & Hire
Due to the historic nature of our buildings, this site does not have a running water or a toilet.
There is fixed pew seating and electric lights. The organ does not work.
There is limited parking at the road at the side of the church. It may be possible to arrange parking with local landowners.
- Church Available for Hire
History & Further Information
Why not make your visit more enjoyable and informed by finding out more about this church and the CCT before you visit?
You can download a range of publications below including the relevant county guide, and any walk round guides we have for this church.
This free of charge short guide contains details of all the churches CCT cares for in Herefordshire & Worcestershire.
Church of St Mary the Virgin, Yazor Guidebook
Directions
7 miles north west of Hereford on A480; church adjacent to A480 in hamlet of Yazor; brown 'historic church' tourism sign in Yazor provides direction.
Parking is in the layby in the lane at the side of the church. Limited space for 2 vehicles.
There is a bus stop outside the church on the A480.
Transport
Nearest railway station: Hereford (7.7 miles)
Community Information
Click here to download a copy of the CP which sets out the shared vision for the future of the church. This is a working document that will be updated on a regular basis. If you have any feedback or if you want to contact us about the church plan please drop us a line. When you write, please do give the name of the church, thank you!
Latest church plan:
Yazor Church Plan November 2025
Church of St Mary the Virgin, Yazor, is in our West region.
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