Free Entry
Exterior - any reasonable time. Interior - collect key from Herefordshire Archive and Records Centre
Address:
Chapel Rd, Rotherwas, Hereford, Herefordshire, HR2 6LD
Rotherwas was the family chapel of the Roman Catholic Bodenham family. The originally simple medieval building has a fine Elizabethan timber roof, a rebuilt 18th century tower, and striking Victorian interior decoration and furnishings by the Pugins.
Read more about the history of the chapel.
Heritage Open Days 2025
Our volunteers will be providing guided tours of Rotherwas Chapel on 16th, 17th and 18th September at 10am. This is a fantastic oppurtunity to hear more about this fascinating site and it's stunning Pugen interior.
Tours are free but booking is essential via https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/explore-the-secrets-of-rotherwas-chapel-and-its-pugin-interior-tickets-1573663693469
Please note parking is not available at the Chapel, Parking is located at the Herfordshire Achive and Record Centre approximately half a mile scenic walk from the site. The staff at the centre will be able to provide parking information for those that require disabled parking.
Before You Go
Opening Times: The exterior can be viewed during any reasonable daylight hours. The Chapel is located on a private lane so please access it via Bicycle or on foot. (See below for disabled parking information.)
To visit the interior of the chapel you'll need to collect the key from the Herefordshire Archive and Records Centre (HARC), Fir Tree Lane, Rotherwas, Hereford HR2 6LA. Contact them on 01432 260750.
The key is available 10am-4pm from Tuesday to Friday and the second Saturday in each month.
Outside of the above days the key may be available by arrangement from Sink Green Farm between 10am-6pm. Please call to check availability and arrange collection on 01432 870223. Sink Green Farm is located 1/2 mile to the east of the roundabout with chapel road along the B4399.
We may also be able to accommodate group visits with one of our knowledgable volunteers who can give you a tour of the chapel. Please call Barbara Ferris on 01432 870696 to arrange a suitable time and date.
Please note the lane and land around the chapel is privately owned so please access it either on foot or by bicycle. There is no access beyond the chapel to the river either to pedestrians or vehicles. Please do not block the lane as it is in constant use.
Parking: Parking is available at the HARC, from which the new Hereford Greenway provides a scenic walk to the chapel of approximately half a mile. The staff at HARC will be able to provide details of parking for those who have a disability and limited mobility.
Facilities: HARC provides toilet facilities and light refreshments and nearby Hereford has facilities, shops and food outlets.
Drone flying: Please see our Drone guidance
Plan a Great Day Out
Within a 30-minute drive is the charming church of St Mary's, Kempley, a 12th century parish church famous for its medieval wall paintings.
Goodrich Castle is also nearby. One of the finest and best preserved of all English medieval castles, it boasts a spectacular setting, extensive ruins and a café serving a variety of tempting treats.