a town of Herefordshire, in England, seated on the river Lug, which waters the north and east sides of the town, and over which there are several bridges. It is a large, handsome, populous borough; and is a great thoroughfare betwixt South Wales and London, from which last it is distant 113 measured miles. In King John's reign it was burnt, but soon rebuilt. It was incorporated by Queen Mary, and is governed by a high steward, bailiff, recorder, &c. The best flax is said to grow here, and it has been equally noted for the best wheat, barley, and the finest bread. The inhabitants have a considerable trade not only in wool, but in gloves, leather, hat-making, &c., and there are several rivers in and about the town on which they have mills and other machines. Near its church are some remains of its priory; and on a neighbouring hill are the ruins of a palace, called to this day Comfort Castle. It sends two members to parliament. W. Long. 2. 36. N. Lat. 52. 20.