Explore and visit Herefordshire

Orgasmic Cider Company: Craft Cider & Perry makers The Orgasmic Cider Company is a family business & working farm based at Great Parton Farm in the beautiful Wye Valley, Herefordshire. Growing, harvesting and producing Cider, Perry & Fruit Juice using traditional methods. Once pressed the pure juice is fermented  in barrels and  bottled when  ready, with no artificial preservatives or additives, which is why it tastes so good. You are welcome to visit the shop and take an orchard walk (weather permitting) combined with cider & perry tasting, In the shop you can TRY BEFORE YOU BUY! Plus there are lots of other local goodies such as cassis, liquers, local ales and hand-made crafts. Coach parties and groups are welcome to visit by arrangement , to avoid disappointment please call in advance to ensure they are open, as the family are busy farming too! There is also a venue barn for hire, which is suitable for informal, rustic parties and events. There is a reconstructed, original cider mill which had been removed and discarded in a field in 1954, this is the first thing you will see as you arrive at Great Parton Farm. FB: GreatPartonFarm Twitter: OrgasmicCiderCo Instagram: The Orgasmic Cider Company

The Trumpet Inn is a 16th century black and white pub in Ledbury Perfectly situated for visiting the beautiful Herefordshire countryside The Trumpet Inn is perfect for visiting the beautiful Herefordshire countryside and with a large beer garden to enjoy. Close to popular tourist destinations such as Eastnor Castle, the market towns of Ledbury, Hereford, Ludlow, The Malvern Hills and much more. With its Oak beams The Trumpet Inn is a comfortable blend of old and new and offers a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. Gaining a reputation for exceptionally well kept cask ales as well as fine home cooked food.  All ingredients are sourced locally wherever possible, supporting local suppliers and maintaining a high level of quality at all times. So time next you are passing, pop in and enjoy a long cool pint and maybe some lunch. The Staff look forward to meeting you. See also Trumpet Inn Campsite.

As beautiful inside as it is out The Freeth is a pretty Georgian farmhouse with wonderful views across the Herefordshire countryside, it is beautiful, comfortable and well equipped and has a private indoor heated swimming pool. The Freeth was originally a hunting lodge on the edge of the ancient Netherwood Estate and its medieval deer park.  It has now been lovingly restored and transformed into a stylishly furnished and incredibly comfortable house with no detail overlooked. It is hidden away up a no-through road surrounded by some of the most unspoilt, beautiful countryside imaginable. It has a very large, pretty garden as well as a private indoor heated swimming pool. So, it is perfect for a slightly smaller get-together, or if you want additional accommodation to The Hyde nearby. Sleeps 18

Harlequin Bed & Breakfast offers luxury en-suite accommodation in a stunning and totally renovated and refurbished family home a few minutes’ walk from the centre of the historic market town of Ledbury. There are two beautifully appointed guest rooms with en-suite bathrooms, and all with brand new luxury beds, soft furnishings and bath linen. Each room has tea and coffee making facilities and free-view TV. The owners take great pride in hospitality and look forward to welcoming all guests to the chef’s table for a sumptuous breakfast where every effort is made to use only the best and freshest locally sourced ingredients. There is also superfast free Wi-Fi for all guests ample parking space. With regret we are unable to accept children under the age of 12 or dogs/pets. Ledbury is an attractive market town in rural Herefordshire and has a good selection of shops, restaurants and other attractions. The city of Hereford and the towns of Ross-on-Wye, Cheltenham, Ludlow and Monmouth are all within easy reach. More locally there is Eastnor Castle and the beautiful Malvern Hills. All this and more makes staying at Harlequin B&B a great base to start your adventures! Book direct.

Winner of TripAdvisor certificate of Excellence 2016 East Friars is an eclectic family home situated on on the banks of the River Wye in Hereford. A five minute walk to the City Centre or open countryside, guests are welcomed to the relaxed, laid back, comfortable surroundings. With access to and from the River Wye, this is a perfect overnight stop for canoeists, or holiday spot for walkers and fishermen. There is a pontoon for mooring if you arrive by river (direct access from river to the terrace) or safe off-road parking if you arrive by more conventional transport, plus for cyclists there is plenty of safe of road parking for your bikes. Ideal for families, small parties and anyone young at heart there is a large family room (one queen-size plus two singles) with ensuite bathroom and views of the river, a double  over looking the garden and a garden annex room. The house is full of books, art and (often) music. Just a place to relax, be yourself and eat great home-cooked food. Breakfast and evening meals are provided by trained chef Polly. Enjoy locally sourced food and home made bread in the conservatory over looking the River Wye. […]

Sharpnage House is a brand new holiday house with a fantastic location in rural Herefordshire and stunning countryside views. Surrounded by unspoilt rolling countryside and farmlands, at this 5 bedroom property you can be assured of excellent standards of accommodation and customer service. It is a 5* Gold rated, luxury accommodation. This fabulous luxury property in Checkley, Herefordshire offers high class accommodation for up to ten people in five bedrooms of which three have en-suite bathrooms. One of these is a ground floor bedroom with a king-size bed and its own facilities which is ideal for grandparents or people finding stairs difficult. Upstairs there are 3 bedrooms with super king size beds and 1 twin bedroom with zip and link beds (so can be converted in to a super-king size bed if required and requested in advance). The living area is open plan with a separate kitchen. The house offers Luxury Hypnos beds and The White Company Linen and Towels, free WiFi and also Sonos System. FEATURES Sleeps 10 4 bathrooms FREE WIFI FREE parking Dishwasher Pets welcome Washing machine and tumble dryer Microwave, Fridge and freezer Electric aga and hob Garden Towels provided BBQ & outdoor furniture Linen & […]

Sprig’s Granary is named after Sprig, the famous 1927 Grand National winner, bred on the former stud where the property is situated at Bacton Green in the Golden Valley area of Herefordshire. The Granary, positioned opposite the famous race horse’s stable, is now a beautiful holiday home – bright, light, spacious, private, and luxuriously comfortable, and a spectacular place to stay. Sleeps 2 to 6, plus an infant. The living room, highlighted in a serene pale blue, takes up most of the ground-floor space, with an open-plan kitchen, dining and sitting-area. The sitting-area is  defined by the free-standing wood burner, half-encircled by white-painted brickwork. A ground-floor bedroom with ensuite ‘wet room’ shower room  has two single beds and is perfect for those with limited mobility. The other room off the ground-floor is the conservatory – a wonderful place to sit and relax. The upstairs bedrooms are at either end of the building, creating a nice feeling of privacy. Each bedroom has the luxury of its own en-suite bathroom. The four poster bed in the Chinese red room is a double, and the French-style bed in the pale yellow bedroom is a king-size. Outside, the private enclosed garden overlooks a beautiful […]

            Winner – AA Friendliest B&B of the year 2018 The Temple Bar Inn is situated in the centre of the village of Ewyas Harold, on the ramblers’ Herefordshire Trail, and is an ideal sustenance stop or place to stay for walkers, cyclists, and visitors wishing to explore the Welsh Marches, Black Mountains, Offa’s Dyke, the Golden Valley, Hay-on-Wye and the River Monnow. First licenced in the 1850s, and now sympathetically and extensively refurbished by the Jinman family owners, it is managed as a freehouse with bar, games room, restaurant, function room, outside seating area, and three ensuite B&B rooms. With an intriguing history packed with myths and legends, over the years it has been used as a court house, corn exchange, stable, butchers, and school room, and it has been suggested that the land on which it was built has links with the Knights Templars. The B&B rooms are situated on the first floor and are all doubles, one of which has space for an extra single bed if required.  Each room has a colour TV, tea and coffee making facilities and is designed in country chic fashion. Free WIFI. Number of Rooms: 3. The Temple Bar Inn […]

Nestled in the Eastnor Deer Park, these 2 beautifully restored holiday cottages are a walkers’ paradise! Peacock Villa and Golden Gates Lodge are located in the Eastnor Deer Park, within the Malvern Hills Area of Outstanding natural Beauty and both offer stunning views, door-step walks, cycle routes and the highest level of comfort. Above all else though, our holiday cottages promise peace and tranquility! Both properties were completely renovated in 2010 from previously derelict estate buildings. They have been tastefully and thoughtfully restored throughout and offer the highest level of comfort. Ideally suited to people who want a relaxing break in a quiet area or want a convenient base from which to explore the surrounding area of Malvern and Ledbury, these properties are a great base for a holiday or short break and are regularly used by guests attending a wedding or party at Eastnor Castle. Dogs are very welcome in both properties. Golden Gates Lodge Golden Gates Lodge can be booked as a one bed or a two bed property. The two single storey gate lodges have been superbly refurbished and decorated to provide high quality self catering holiday accommodation in a unique setting. The larger of the two […]

Brobury House is a charming Victorian building Brobury House and gardens is on the banks of the River Wye in Herefordshire near Bredwardine. The house is a charming Victorian building which the current owners Keith and Pru Cartright have renovated. There are eight acres of garden which have been nurtured to retain the original Victorian character. Set in the peace and tranquility of Brobury countryside, it is an ideal place to explore the city of Hereford, the Welsh Marches and the book lovers paradise of Hay on Wye. It is a place to relax and unwind. All are welcome, especially nature lovers, gardeners, artists, photographers and those who would just like to sit and picnic in beautiful surroundings. Bed & Breakfast at Brobury House offers modern en suite rooms with stunning views across the gardens. Breakfast is served in the conservatory and offers a full range of foods from full English to continental.  Free WI-FI is available. If you are planning a longer stay, why not consider one of the beautifully peaceful cottages set within the 8 acres of Brobury House Gardens. A perfect rural retreat in the heart of Herefordshire countryside. Each cottage offers spacious kitchen, dining and living room […]

The Steppes B&B is Winner of TripAdvisor certificate of Excellence 2016 Set in the beautiful Herefordshire countryside yet only minutes from Hereford city centre, The Steppes B&B offers you a taste of ancient history at its best, yet keeps you in the luxury you would expect from a top rate bed and breakfast establishment all year round. The four award-winning ensuite rooms all have outside doors to the gardens with easy access to a large free car parking area. Your hosts Lin and Martin are both keen to bring you a bed and breakfast experience you’ll want to repeat whether you’re on holiday or a business trip. The Steppes dates back to the 16th century and has survived Civil War and many uprisings over the years.  The original building was said to have been erected in 1530 when Henry VIII was King of England and England was torn by the Restoration. Today however, it is a happy home for Lin and Martin. Lin is a keen advocate for self-sufficiency and as such has a large vegetable garden, sheep and bees.  If the bees have been busy there will be honey for sale – just ask Lin for details. In any […]

The Chase Hotel in Ross-on-Wye is one of Herefordshire’s finest Country House Hotels, due to its stunning Georgian architecture and excellent services and facilities. It is set in 11 acres of parkland that is surrounded by breathtaking countryside, yet is only a two minute walk from the centre of town with its shops, bars and restaurants. The hotel has been recently refurbished in an elegant and contemporary style, which blends perfectly with the period charm of the building. Guests are able to truly relax, enjoying their stay in The Wye Valley in comfort. Whether looking for Bed & Breakfast accommodation near the Forest of Dean, an award winning restaurant, conference facilities with parking, or a wedding or event venue, The Chase Hotel offers quality and service. Offering stylish accommodation combining modern facilities with traditional elegance, bedrooms are located in two areas of this Herefordshire hotel: Four Poster Rooms and Executive Rooms are in the original Georgian part of the building, Superior and Standard Rooms are in the sympathetically-designed side annexe which overlooks the grounds All 36 en-suite bedrooms have digital television with DVD players and satellite channels, tea & coffee making facilities, direct dial telephone, heating control, internet access, electric shaver point, power shower, security chains and spy hole, smoke alarms, trouser press, hairdryer and 24 hour […]

Escape, Relax, Enjoy at Arrow Bank Holiday Park Arrow Bank Holiday Park is a static caravan holiday home and touring park in Herefordshire. Arrow Bank at Eardisland, is set alongside the River Arrow in a picture postcard black and white village. This 5 star standard holiday park offers a welcoming retreat to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Camping is also available at Arrow Bank with just under 50 pitches and excellent facilities including hot showers, laundry and fishing is available on the river arrow adjacent to the park. WI-FI available Local pub and tea rooms In the heart of the Black & White trail Dog Friendly Part of The Best Parks Group

Have you ever fancied a luxury Glamping break in a shepherds hut? The newly opened Shepherds Hut ticks all the boxes. Its fully connected to mains electricity and water and even has a flushing loo, yet it’s in a field location, (with loads of privacy) so you feel you’re ‘Off grid’ but you’re not! And if you have a larger party staying, why not stay at the nearby Upper House Cottage too, as either additional or standalone accommodation, allowing for 6 + 2. Features include:- 270 degrees panoramic views Fully ensuite shower, basin and flushing loo Cooker, fridge and sink (hot and cold water) Woodburner Luxury Zoki Sauna Bike store BBQ WiFi New luxury double bed divan Walks from Hut door Complimentary toiletries guests pack Welcome basket of local goodies Newly laid eggs from our hens The Perfect Day at Upper House Shepherds Hut Take your bikes (bike store available) and after a days biking or hiking enjoy a relaxing sauna in your own Zoki sauna adjacent to the hut. After the sauna, pick up your favourite book and indulge in a chapter or two before supper. Crack open a chilled beer from the fridge within the hut and fire up the […]

Created as the ‘perfect house in the perfect setting’ Standing proud and strong, this fine Georgian mansion sits within ‘Capability’ Brown’s final garden and landscape. This year, the team at Berrington Hall are continuing to develop work on the Walled Garden and Pleasure Grounds Restoration Project. For this we have developed a programme that focuses on the gardens and invites our visitors to enjoy them in a number of different ways, from live music to trails for families. We have acres of parkland to explore and enjoy. In the house, discover jewel-like interiors, designed by Henry Holland and home to the Harley, Rodney and Cawley families. Or you could explore some of the extreme fashions of the eighteenth-century in the wig and bum shop and discover the hidden ‘below stairs’. In the gardens you can discover ‘LOOK! LOOK! LOOK!’ by internationally renowned artists, Heather and Ivan Morison. Inspired by Berrington’s Georgian origins and eighteenth-century culture, this 8-metre-tall by 8-metre-wide pink structure inhabits the walled garden; highlighting the importance of this piece of ‘living history’ as the final masterpiece of Lancelot ‘Capability’ Brown. Created as the perfect house in the perfect setting, Berrington Hall has many secrets for visitors to uncover. […]

thepoint4 is Hereford’s leading leisure club Boasting fully accessible facilities at thePoint4 including a 60 station gym, access to personal training, a wide variety of exercise classes for all abilities and a large sports hall and Astro pitch. Unwind in our spa suite or rehabilitate in our hydrotherapy pool. Offering a fully inclusive ethos the leisure club is open to Members and non-Members. There are a range of membership packages, there is no joining fee, no long-term contract and free car parking with dedicated accessible bays near to the front entrance. thePoint4 has vast experience in hosting national and international residential sports events and is also frequently booked by choirs and music groups. Packages, including accommodation, meeting rooms and catering requirements, are all tailored to customer specifications. We actively welcome visits by prospective clients. Please contact the friendly, knowledgeable staff to discuss your requirements. thePoint4 is part of the Royal National College for the Blind and all income generated helps support education and training for students with visual impairment. Learn more.

At The Crown Inn, Charismatic landlord, Matt Slocombe, ensures a warm, convivial atmosphere in country style surroundings, with room for larger parties as well as cosy tables for two. The Crown Inn at Woolhope is so much more than a local village pub sitting at the heart of its community, it is a destination for visitors who enjoy good local ales, an excellent range of Herefordshire’s regional ciders and a hearty seasonal menu that includes pub classics as well as modern restaurant dishes. Ideally located for walkers in the area who just want to whet their whistle, or a family lunch or supper to enjoy fresh locally sourced produce whenever possible. This is a place where you don’t have to stand on ceremony but where a special occasion will also be just that. Look out for their themed curry nights, seasonal tasting menus and Sunday Lunch cooked as it should be – the Herefordshire way. Learn more.

Self-Drive Classic Car Hire The Perfect Gift – Why not treat your loved ones (or yourself!) to the ultimate gift that never needs dusting! Contact Orchard Classic Car Hire and experience the stunning scenery of the Malvern Hills, the Wye Valley or the Welsh Marches from behind the wheel of an iconic classic car. For a birthday surprise, an anniversary treat or a retirement celebration, get in touch before your trip and Orchard Classic Car Hire will put together a personalised information pack for the kind of routes that most appeal to you, with interesting places to stop and refresh. Go your own way, or use the suggestions to get you started. Explore Herefordshire’s hidden gems, head further west into Wales, east to Worcestershire and the Cotswolds, or south into Gloucestershire’s ancient Forest of Dean. Whatever the occasion, arrive in style to make your day even more memorable. On your wedding day, let the groom and best man, or father and bride, arrive in one of our open top sports cars. Or why not follow Harry & Meghan’s example and drive away in one! What’s it to be? Morgan, Alfa or MG? You can choose to step into a bygone era behind […]

The Waterworks Museum – Hereford is a brilliant day out for the whole family as well as the engineering and history enthusiast. Suitable for all ages, this Museum is open one day a week – on a Tuesday between 11am and 4pm, and on 20 in-steam family days each year (Sundays and bank holidays). The Museum Charting the heritage of Herefordshire’s water supply, the Waterworks Museum – Hereford houses a unique collection of working industrial artifacts concerned with the supply of potable water, all in the authentic surroundings of a Victorian waterworks building and grounds. It might not be obvious, but the museum is a time-capsule of social history and the public health development in Herefordshire and beyond. The Museum has possibly the widest chronological range of working water-pumping devices in Britain, with exhibits spanning from 1850 to 2000, whilst authentic working replicas cover some of the earliest water-raising devices of the Greek and Roman periods. The Museum is home to more than thirty working engines of all types. From early beam engines to internal combustion, and everything in between including gas and diesel engines and the UK’s best collection of hot air engines. Virtually all the engines and pumps are among the last remaining […]

The Laskett Gardens is uniquely autobiographical The Laskett Gardens is one of the largest private formal gardens to be laid out in England since 1945, the gardens form an ever evolving creation over forty years of the historian, writer and diarist Sir Roy Strong and his late wife, the designer, Julia Trevelyan Oman. Their four acres celebrate an orchestration of surprise and thrilling vistas. There are some twenty different and contrasting ‘rooms’ including a rose garden, a knot garden, an orchard, a pleached lime avenue, parterres, herbaceous borders and the Colonnade Court. New additions for 2018 are two stunning mosaics in the orchard and a Belvedere tower from which to view the garden on high – not to be missed. This garden is a unique portrait of its makers, with the story of their marriage and their extraordinary lives woven into its very fabric. Open for groups exclusively Tuesdays and Thursdays (Pre-booking required). 10:30am and 2:30pm 1 may – 27 September 2018 Non-groups welcome Wednesdays, please call ahead. Contact Fiona Fyshe to book 07989 338217 or email info@thelaskettgardens.co.uk  £12 per person inc detailed souvenir map and audio guide. Gift shop (no tearoom, own refreshments/picnics welcome).

The Riverside Inn’s pretty black and white premises has it all Set in the picturesque village of Aymestry, near the Herefordshire/Shropshire border, The Riverside Inn also has an award-winning restaurant, wonderful walks, a nature-lovers haven and of course, well-appointed rooms. Comprising of two particularly spacious suites, two doubles, a twin and one single, all characterful rooms are individually furnished. The Hayloft suite overlooks the river and opens out onto the terrace garden, the Stable suite gives out onto the river bank at ground floor level – especially convenient for guests with dogs. Breakfast is always individually and freshly cooked using local ingredients, including freshly laid eggs from the village (important for the special recipe scrambled eggs) and produce as far as possible from the Riverside’s own kitchen garden, which guests are welcome to explore. For more on their food and restaurant, visit their page here. The river and its banks are full of wildlife; dragonflies, dippers, otters, kingfishers, brown trout and grayling all live here. Fly fishing is available for guests on a 1½ mile beat upstream from the Inn. There is a good collection of circular walks ranging from 3 to 15 miles length; the most popular takes you to […]

Holloways is a long established and highly experienced furniture retailer, specialising in beautiful, well made, British furniture for almost every area of your home. Furniture and design Sumptuous sofas and relaxing armchairs, large family sized dining tables, luxury garden furniture for your garden room, conservatory or outdoor spaces is all selected for its individual style and quality finish. Bedrooms and Offices can all be given the stylish Holloways touch with their range of storage solutions, dressers, sideboards, tables and cupboards. Accessorise your home with gorgeous fabrics for your curtains and soft furnishings, create atmosphere with mood lighting, shade your windows and doors with exciting blind, awning and shutter solutions. Holloways also has an excellent interior design service to give you inspiration and guidance to create your own unique look for your home. Gardens Give your garden a finishing touch from Holloways extensive collection of salvaged, antique, vintage and new stone accessories. Pots, planters, sculptures have been selected with their expert eye alongside troughs, millstones and water features to give your garden authentic or contemporary points of interest, often with an interesting tale behind them. Glasshouse Café The Glasshouse Cafe is situated inside a beautiful conservatory with views over the Suckley […]

Meadow Arts – Contemporary art in unusual places At meadow Arts as well as a vibrant exhibition programme at partner venues across the West Midlands, Meadow Arts places public artworks at sites in Herefordshire, Shropshire and Worcestershire as part of its Public Commissions programme. They bring work by artists who usually exhibit in galleries in major cities in the UK and abroad to local spaces, where the artwork can shed a new light on the stories and traditions of that place, giving new audiences a chance to discover the art. The artworks in the programmes have often been commissioned by contemporary artists at the cutting edge of artistic practice and range from artists who live within the region, to national and international artists. More works can be seen in Worcestershire and Shropshire. Visit the website to see where you can see them.

Let the Hereford Guild of Guides take you around the historic city of Hereford GUIDED WALKS in the Historic city of Hereford Guided Walks 2018:     from 14th March until 31st October Times:                           Mon-Sat. at 11.30am;  Sundays at 2.30pm Starting from:               The Main Entrance of the Cathedral. Tickets:                         From Cathedral Shop/Guide if shop is closed. Charge:                         Adults £5, Children 6-12 years £1. Duration:                       Approx. 11/2 hours. Just turn up – we’d love to show you our historic city. In addition:                    Booked walks for groups all year round. Walk themes: Historic Walks Haunting and Horrors of Hereford Famous People of Hereford River Wye Elgar musical walking tour (3 Choirs Festival only) Other by arrangement Also see Heritage Open Days Walks

Guided walks around Ledbury offer a lovely way to see this beautiful historic Herefordshire town. Situated close to the borders of both Worcestershire and Gloucestershire and nestling in the lee of the Malvern Hills. Ledbury’s most famous landmark, the 17th Century Market House dominates the High Street. Leading up from the Market House is Church Lane, one of the most photographed streets in England. With its cobbles, black and white timber framed houses and the church spire in the background it is not hard to see why. Two guided walks around Ledbury are available. The first is The Historic Walk, a fascinating walking tour taking you through the history of the town from its Anglo Saxon origins. The second is the more lighthearted evening tour, The Ghost Walk….but prepare to be scared! Historic walk Discover the fascinating history of this picturesque market town. This walk is bookings only by arrangement with the guide. No minimum numbers apply. ADULT £6.00 CHILD£3.00(10-15 years) Not recommended for children under 10 Ghost walk Booking by arrangement with the guide, available all year round. ADULT £8.00 CHILD£4.00(10-15 years) The Ghost Walk is not suitable for young children. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Summer Ghost Walk August Saturdays at 7.30p.m No […]

Croft Castle sits deep in the heart of Herefordshire countryside surrounded by 1500 acres of historic woodland, farm and parkland. This intimate house became the Croft family home before the Domesday Book. 2018 marks 100 years since the Representation of the People Act, which granted certain women the right to vote for the first time. To celebrate this important milestone, we’ll be sharing the stories of some of Croft’s key women through objects and items in the collection, from the first weekend in May onwards. You can also discover what life was like at Croft during 1918 with a poignant display on the First World War in the Ambassador’s Room and living history weekends throughout 2018. In the castle you can live life as Sir James Croft and find out how the family bought back their home in 1923. Explore the family photographs or sit and read through the auction catalogues. Look out for the 1950s photographs and memorabilia which detail how Croft was at risk of demolition before 1957 and what it was like here then. Big kids and little kids can enjoy 1950s games and toys in the family room, complete with costumes for dressing up. Step outside […]

The Hay Makers is a co operative gallery run by 9 designer makers. It was established in the 1987 and has gained an enviable reputation for selling an exciting and varied selection of high quality crafts at affordable prices in a welcoming and friendly atmosphere. As well as showing the work of the makers which includes pottery by Pat Birks and Pauline Paterson, printmaking by Victoria Keeble, wire sculpture by Gail Stokes Hayward, carved and lettered stone by Caitriona Cartwight, painted  silk ties by Sue Forrest, embroidery by Dawn Cripps, felt and papier mache by Jenny Chippindale and turned bowls by Chris Armstrong, the Hay Makers also has regular exhibitions of work by some of the finest contemporary makers throughout the year. The gallery is open 7 days a week, Monday to Saturday 10.30 to 1.30 and 2.00 till 5.00 and on Sunday from 11.00 till 4.00.

A unique little garden centre with an astonishing range of plants – many locally grown.  Inside we have a mesmerising selection of quality outdoor gifts, tools and wildlife products,as well as a wonderful large selection of wind chimes and garden ornaments. Part of  The Hop Pocket Shopping Village

Philip Morris & Son is the Country Living store in the heart of Hereford City Philip Morris & Son is one of the many hidden gems that have been dwelling in the heart of Herefordshire since the 1800’s and continues to be a family run business. Having begun as an ironmongers in 1845, from its historic and characterful premises, it’s now one of those wonderful expanding destinations that sells everything from quality kitchen, table and cookware, linen and home items, garden furniture, equipment and tools,  country clothing and footwear, not to mention its famous gunroom. You’ll find brands like Denby, Le Creuset and Brabantia, with Barbour, Musto, Le Chameau and Joules, giving you the security that you will be purchasing quality as well as style. Welcome to one of Hereford City’s flagship independent stores.

A llama trekking experience with Golden Valley Llamas is very rewarding. Spend three hours in the company of these charming and inquisitive woolly beasts. Learn how to halter your own llama before grooming and bonding with him or her. A walk from the farm gate will take in glorious countryside and you will enjoy watching your llama be alert to everything. Each trek is exclusive to you and your party and different groups are not mixed, so you can enjoy your experience amongst family and friends. You might be a group of friends who like to try different activities; or perhaps you are organising something special for a family visit; or maybe you want that extra special event for a Hen Party! There are 15 llamas on the farm and the hosts are very proud that for the last two years they have produced the British Llama Society Supreme National Champion. Carnac and Loupin are two of the trekkers so you may step out with a very select animal! Visit, get to know, and trek with a gentle llama companion. At the end of your trek you will have the opportunity to feed your llama. On the farm there is a shop with […]

The Black and White House Museum is a 17th Century timber-framed building Black and White House Museum is a newly re-opened and refurbished magnificent Jacobean half-timbered building in the heart of Hereford City, furnished in period style. Built in 1621 and home in the past to butchers, saddlers and bankers. Explore the rooms which give a glimpse into daily life in the 17th Century. Including fashion, dining and bedrooms. Learn about the city during the Civil War. Hands on activities for children and families. For those unable to climb the stairs, a virtual tour is situated on the fully-accessible ground floor. There are also Braille and tactile images for the blind and visually impaired. Note parking is available close by. Take a look at the council car parks page. There are public toilet facilities nearby, but not on site. Opening times: Normal Hours Tuesday to Saturday 10am to 4pm and Sundays: 11.30-2.30 Admission charges Adults £2.50 Children £1.50 (under 5s free) Family ticket £7.50 (2 adults and up to 3 children) Access to ground floor only £1.50 Adult annual pass £7.50 Child annual pass £4.50 Family annual access £22.50 Facebook: www.facebook.com/herefordmuseums

Dunfield House – How good the world can be Set high on a hill, standing in 15 acres of gardens and parkland, this beautiful activity centre in an ideal rural location, that allows your group to meet together as a community. Dunfield offers excellent facilities for youth, schools education and family groups to meet together and run their own programmes. They offer a fully catered service for 25 – 90 and self catering for up to 25 people in their Stables accommodation. The House: Fully catered bunk style accommodation for up to 70 guests Home cooked meals are wholesome and plentiful using local produce where possible Set in 15 acres of lawned terraces, woodlands and streams Plenty of outdoor areas for football, volleyball and team games and make believe play – there is even the chance to build a dam Campfire sites Games room Indoor heated pool Suitable for schools, family gatherings, church groups You may have a clear programme you want to follow, alternatively, if you have never run an activity before, centre managers Sue and Paul are happy to discuss programme options both based onsite or in the local area, with you to assist you through the booking […]