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Kingstone and Thruxton

The parishes of Kingstone and Thruxton are situated south west of Hereford and centrally between the Wye Valley and the Golden Valley. It has an area of 991 hectares and is part of the Wormside Ward. The boundary runs along Cage Brook to the north above the Madley Earth Satellite Station. As far as Pool Farm.

Thruxton to the east and Thruxton Valletts wood to the south. Its western boundary includes Gooses Foot Industrial Estate and Farm. Kingstone was recorded in the Domesday Book but was in existence long before that. It was a small agriculture village until the Second World War.

Upcoming Meeting

02 April 2025

Kingstone Allotment Committee Meeting

Kingstone Village Hall Wednesday 6:30 pm View Details
02 April 2025
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At the time of the Domesday Book it had about 50 inhabitants. By the time of the first census in 1801 the population had risen to 372 and by 1851 had peaked at 510. In 1901 it had fallen to 347 and before the War in 1931 was down to 292 as agriculture mechanised. In 1951 the population had risen dramatically to 1,161 and in the last census 1,331 lived in the Group Parish. The population density is 1.34 persons per hectare against a county figure of 0.80.

Thruxton’s population by comparison was 1801 – 75, 1851 – 71, 1901 – 67 and 1931 – 49.

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St Bartholomew's Church, Thruxton

During the War the construction of the Madley Airfield (with a large amount of the site and buildings within the Kingstone boundary) increased the local population. Following the War many stayed, being housed in converted military buildings. This huge increase in population has dramatically altered the character of the Village. Initially the building of Green Lane then Coldstone Cross in the early 50’s re-housed those accommodated in the temporary buildings. Kingstone is now a commuter community with the large majority travelling to work outside the village. Less than 7% are now employed in agricultural work.

Latest Parish News

2024 Crime and Community Survey

07

October 2024
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2024 Crime and Community Survey

Today sees the launch of our annual survey looking at your experience of crime and your connection to your local community. The data from the survey goes into a report which we publish on the website, and use to help prioritise our work.

This year we're working with academic staff at the University of Northumbria who have provided some optional questions at the end of the survey related to health. This is linked to their studies on fear of crime and health outcomes.

The survey takes about ten minutes to complete, and if you can spare the time, we really hope that you will make your views known to us - it really is appreciated!

Take the survey now: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/XS85JK5

Food Share Opening

Kingstone Village Hall

21

August 2024
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The Kingstone Food Share opened successfully at the Village Hall on 17 February thanks to the efforts of Parish Councillor Paula Rawbone, volunteer helpers and a donation of £4,950 from the National Lotteries Communities Fund.


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The Food Share will run on Saturday Mornings from 10am until 12pm throughout 2024 in the Village Hall, Kingstone, on the following dates:

23rd March

20th April 

18th May

22nd June

20th July

17thAugust

21st September

19th October

23rd November

21st December

Open to all residents of Kingstone Parish, please bring proof of your address with you.

See the attached document for full details:

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