Kingsland, Herefordshire

Kingsland is a small village and civil parish in the English county of Herefordshire. It is located 5 kilometres (3 mi) north-west of Leominster. The population of the civil parish at the 2011 census was 986.[1]

Kingsland Castle

The village church was built during the reign of Edward I by Edward, Lord Mortimer and is dedicated to St Michael.[2] To the west of the church are the earthwork remains of a motte-and-bailey castle, known to locals as 'The Mound'. Mortimer Park, located just outside the village, is home to Luctonians Rugby Club who currently play in National League 2 North.

Much information, including more on its history can be found on the Community website www.kingslandlife.com

References
  1. "Civil Parish population 2011". Retrieved 28 October 2015.
  2. Genuki



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