The "The Man of Ross" inn can be found at the top of Wye Street in Ross on Wye. It dates from the seventeenth century and has been extensively rebuilt and refaced. Today the Dutch gable above the main entrance carries a tribute to the man himself, John Kyrle (pronounced "curl"). This is what it says:
John Kyrle (1637-1724)
Gained Fame for His Community Involvement
His Modest Life Style and Charitable Works
He Helped Settle Disputes, Aided the Poor & Sick
Supported Schools and Left the Beautiful "Prospect" Walk
with a Fountain and Garden to the Citizens of Ross.
THIS IS ONE OF THE FIRST RECORDED ATTEMPTS IN THE COUNTY
TO BEAUTIFY A TOWN FOR THE BENEFIT OF ALL THE PEOPLE
photo © T. Boughen Camera: Lumix FZ1000 2
