ROSS, a market-town of England, in the county of Hereford, on the left bank of the Wye, 14 miles S.S.E. of Hereford, and 120 W.S.W. of London. It is a pleasant-looking place, in a fine situation overlooking the river; but the streets are steep and narrow, though generally well paved. Near the centre stands an old and interesting town-hall; the parish church also is an ancient building in the perpendicular style, conspicuous for its lofty spire, which has repeatedly been struck by lightning. In the church are several ancient monuments, including one of Kyrie, the "man of Ross," eulogised by Pope. The other places of worship belong to Wesleyans, Baptists, Independents, and Quakers. The town contains national and other schools, a mechanics' institution, dispensary, savings-bank, &c. Once there was here a considerable trade in iron, but cider is now the chief article of commerce. Markets are held weekly, and fairs six times a year. Pop. (1851) 2674.