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The Atlas Obscura Guide To Kilpeck

2 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Kilpeck, England

Updated January 30, 2014

Unusual Attractions in Kilpeck

Kilpeck, England

Medieval Erotic Carvings at the Church of St Mary and St David

Beasts and branches swirl in sandstone carvings, interrupted by one strange creature.

Kilpeck, England

Kilpeck Church Carvings

Detailed sandstone carvings show an array of symbolism and adorable animals.

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Hereford, England

Hereford Mappa Mundi

The largest known medieval map of the world.

7 miles from Kilpeck

Hereford, England

Hereford Cathedral Chained Library

Rare collection of medieval books under lock and key.

7 miles from Kilpeck

Craswall, England

Craswall Priory

Britain’s highest medieval monastery is a remote ruin nestled at the head of a valley 1,240 feet above the sea.

11 miles from Kilpeck

Monmouth, Wales

Monnow Bridge

The only medieval bridge in Britain with its defensive tower still in tact.

11 miles from Kilpeck

Coleford, England

Puzzlewood

The mysterious, fantastical woodland inspiration for "The Lord of the Rings."

15 miles from Kilpeck

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