St Leonard's is a picturesque church in the peaceful rural setting of Ribbesford. Carvings on the door hint at its Norman origins. A storm badly damaged the building in 1877, leading to major restoration works. Not all were in favour of the restoration's approach: it's apparent lack of care famously aroused the wrath of John Ruskin, the Victorian art critic.

Yinka Fedden

June 2, 2021

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St Leonard's Church is a lovely little structure in Ribbesford, Bewdley, well worth stopping here for a water break before resuming your hike from one of the several paths on offer nearby.

Ian

December 5, 2025

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There is so much to look for at this ancient church - I would recommend having look through this page for details and making your own treasure hunt! - greatenglishchurches.co.uk/html/ribbesford.html#:~:text=Ribbesford%2C%20like%20Pipe%20Aston%20was,is%20now%20the%20north%20aisle.

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1. Bewdley Riverside Promenade – St Anne's Church loop from Bewdley

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2. Bewdley Riverside Promenade – Stourport Stone Carvings loop from Bewdley

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3. Bewdley Riverside and Bridge – Bewdley Riverside Promenade loop from Bewdley

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Location: Ribbesford, Wyre Forest, Worcestershire, West Midlands Region, England, United Kingdom

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St Leonard's Church and Cemetery, Ribbesford

1. Bewdley Riverside Promenade – St Anne's Church loop from Bewdley

2. Bewdley Riverside Promenade – Stourport Stone Carvings loop from Bewdley

3. Bewdley Riverside and Bridge – Bewdley Riverside Promenade loop from Bewdley

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