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We know how important it is to be able to find information on destinations that can accommodate those that are physically and/or mentally challenged. Here we are developing a section that will help you to find inclusive and accessible Accommodation, Attractions, Activities and more around Herefordshire. __________________________________________________________________________ You will also find the services of Allinteractive Inclusion useful. Part of the Marches Family Network charity, they work with families, disabled and non-disabled children and young people, activity providers and supporters to create a more inclusive, welcoming and accessible Herefordshire and identify suitable places to enjoy. Have a look on their website for great inclusive and accessible places to go in the county. They also work with with local businesses to improve their inclusive offer providing a base for information, training, listings and collaborative working, offering taster sessions and more. Marches Family Network recently celebrated 25 years as a charity, and provides short-breaks for children and young people, and support and signposting for families. Parents with disabled children often say that they need clear information and thought in access information and welcome. A parent recently said, With inclusive thinking and practice everyone benefits. It’s a game changer.    

UPDATE:  We are delighted to tell you that our spacious showrooms and extensive outdoor courtyards are open again. We’ll keep the numbers in our showrooms reassuringly small and will be implementing clear bio-security and social distancing measures to keep you and our staff safe. If there are already too many customers with us when you arrive, we’ll ask you to wait comfortably in your car, or relax around our outdoor tables in the courtyard until it’s safe to go inside. And there you will find frequent hand sanitising stations and new perspex screens, keeping customers and staff separated at service positions.  Sadly we’re not able to open The Glasshouse yet, but you are welcome to bring your own drinks and snacks to enjoy in the sunshine.  9am – 5pm, Monday to Saturday   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 […]

Lemore Manor is one of Herefordshire’s finest wedding, corporate and function venues and has been a labour of love for its owners Margaret and Ben Owen for the last decade. The main house Lemore Manor is set in quiet seclusion and blending a beautifully proportioned stone property with modern features, this place was meant for a party or private function. A large orangery with glistening chandeliers opens out to the terrace and gardens and lends a glamorous Gatsby style theme with its cocktail bar and ample room for tables (seat up to 120 guests), dancing, your live band and all of your happy guests. With statement wall coverings, soft furnishings and furniture, the break-away rooms are yours to relax in. The open fire and long dark wood tables of the formal dining room, that can seat up to 50, demand equally luxurious cuisine from the talented in-house chef and his team. Downstairs there is a gentlemen’s snug and games room, but don’t worry ladies, something even more special is your hen den (more later). Ceremonies are held in the purpose built ‘chapel’ room with its beamed ceiling waiting for garlands to adorn it and the photo opportunities are endless in […]

An award winning shop positioned in the centre of the Hop Pocket shopping village, with the biggest range of local wine, beer and cider in the county.  60 local wines, over 80 real ales and more than 100 ciders and perries. Free wine, cider and perry tasting every day offer samples of gins, whiskies, vodkas and liqueurs so you can be absolutely sure you are happy with the drinks you select. Fantastic gift ideas including whisky, local liquers and damson gin. Wedding bar services available. Website: www.hoppocketwine.co.uk

THERE WILL BE NO GUIDED WALKS IN APRIL, MAY AND JUNE DUE TO THE CORONAVIRUS OUTBREAK Let the Hereford Guild of Guides take you around the historic city of Hereford Guided Walks in the historic city of Hereford Guided Walks 2019 from 20th April until 31st October Times      Mon-Sat at 11.30; Sundays 14.30 Starting from main entrance to the Cathedral Tickets    from Cathedral Shop/Guide if shop is closed Charge    adult £5; child 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 Booked walk themes Historic walks Haunting & Horrors of Hereford Famous people of Hereford River Wye Elgar Musical Tour (Three Choirs Festival only) The Civil war Historic Houses and Streets Others by arrangement including Virtual Tours

UPDATE: Open from July 1st with social distancing measures in place. Mike Gell Jewellery shop is situated in Hereford’s historic town centre, showcasing over seventy designer-makers. The focus is on supporting British makers who excel in high quality design and craftsmanship. Mike Gell Contemporary British Jewellery has been in East Street, Hereford for nearly 30 years. In that time he has had a number of different premises each one being slightly bigger than the previous. We have been in our current premises for 8 years. It is a lovely light and airy gallery with plenty of space to display the work and for customers to browse. With a vast array of styles to choose from, there should be something to suit all tastes and budgets. With four jewellers onsite we are able to work with our customers to create bespoke designs. Work undertaking includes: Remodels of existing jewellery Ring re-sizing Jewellery repairs Pearl and bead re-stringing. You’re welcome to visit the store and discuss your requirements, with no obligation. Open from 10am – 5pm, Monday – Saturday

UPDATE – Courses resume on August 1st 2020. Contact Lucy for course details and bookings. Huntlands Farm Upholstery Courses are run by Lucy Brodie, who also offers excellent accommodation facilities at Huntlands Farm. Enrol on an upholstery course with expert tuition from Lucy who holds a qualification with the Association of Master Upholsterers and Soft Furnishers having been trained in the use of modern and traditional materials and methods. Take your own furniture and choose from two days for a small project or longer for something bigger. For further details about courses including cost and stay-over options, click here   You will need sufficient fabric to cover your project, all other materials are in stock and will come with a charge as you use them. See also Huntlands Farm Huntlands Farm Weddings  Moorhall Farm

UPDATE: Open with social distancing measures in place, two people per household/vehicle. Berries Restaurant & Coffee Shop open from July 4th 2020. Your Country department store – Oakchurch near Hereford. Offering a food hall, fashion & footwear, homeware, toys, gifts, jewellery and a wonderful garden centre, Oakchurch really offers you everything under one roof for a great day out. Berries restaurant offers breakfast, morning coffee, lunch or afternoon tea with roasts served every Wednesday & Saturday. The Food Hall at Oakchurch really is the ‘Harrods of Herefordshire.’ It stocks a wide range of local and national foods, beautifully displayed. A must try, among the gourmet feast on offer, is the highly commended range of homemade food where bread is freshly baked daily and if you visit during the summer months, there are also their famous strawberries plus many other fruits and vegetables picked daily, fresh from the farm. There is a fine selection of wines, spirits and ciders from local brewers and a long established traditional butcher. When only the finest will do, Oakchurch presents a selection of beautiful jewellery, watches and handbags. In the showroom you’ll find pieces from over 50 different designers. You’ll find everything you need in […]

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

PLEASE READ THE CORONAVIRUS UPDATE FROM THE NATIONAL TRUST: nationaltrust.org.uk/press-release/the-national-trusts-latest-statement-on-coronavirus-covid-19   Escape to the spectacular Weir Garden riverside and be absorbed by natural beauty. Bordered by the River Wye, The Weir Garden sits within unspoilt Herefordshire countryside and has many historical secrets to uncover. For centuries this site has been used as a pleasure ground for fishing, boating and swimming. It is managed in a natural way to create a varied habitat for wildlife. In spring see carpets of bulbs littered between ancient trees, in summer enjoy a picnic by the river to watch the wildlife and in autumn visit the walled garden bursting with seasonal produce. Visit the garden any time of year to find out why this location has appealed to so many and enjoy exploring this tranquil haven. Please note: only assistance dogs are allowed in the gardens, all other dogs can be exercised in the car park picnic area. For more information about opening times, admission prices and what’s on, visit: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/the-weir-garden  

UPDATE: Grounds and cafe open with limited takeaway menu only. Must pre book online. PLEASE READ THE CORONAVIRUS UPDATE FROM THE NATIONAL TRUST: nationaltrust.org.uk/press-release/the-national-trusts-latest-statement-on-coronavirus-covid-19 Standing proud and strong, this fine Georgian mansion sits within Lancelot ‘Capability’ Brown’s final garden and landscape. This year, we’re embarking on our ambitious Garden Project. This aims to restore, revive and reimagine ‘Capability’ Brown’s iconic walled garden and pleasure grounds for future generations. We’re working in partnership with local community groups to ensure the vision for the gardens are co-created and beneficial for the local community. We need to raise £200,000 to repair the garden walls, including the rare curved section, which is one of only two left surviving in this style. From July 2019, you’ll be able to step inside and explore this area for the first time. Find out how you can support the project on your next visit and ask the team about the various fundraising events and gardening workshops we have planned for the coming year. In the centre of the walled garden, you can discover ‘LOOK! LOOK! LOOK!’, a bold contemporary pavilion designed by internationally renowned artists, Heather and Ivan Morison. Inspired by Berrington’s Georgian origins and eighteenth-century culture, this […]

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

  Home of the Mappa Mundi Hereford Cathedral is built on a place of worship used since Saxon times.  It contains some of the finest examples of art and architecture from Norman times to the present day, including the famous Mappa Mundi, the medieval Chained Library and the Hereford Magna Carta. Hereford’s elegantly restored Cathedral Close sits at the heart of our historic city and diocese, with new social spaces, artworks and interpretation for you to enjoy. From Monday 27 July, the Mappa Mundi & Chained Library Exhibition will be reopening for visitors with a brand new exhibition, The Two Thomases. Further details here Mappa Mundi The Mappa Mundi is a unique medieval treasure, recording how scholars interpreted the world over 700 years ago. More than a thousand drawings and inscriptions show cities and towns, Biblical events, plants, animals, birds, strange creatures and monstrous races. The map bears the name of its author ‘Richard of Haldingham or Lafford’ (Holdingham and Sleaford in Lincolnshire). Recent research suggests a date of about 1300 for the creation of the map. Mappa Mundi is drawn on a single sheet of vellum (calf skin) measuring 64″ by 52″ (1.58 x 1.33 metres), tapering towards the […]

Kentchurch Court, home of the Lucas-Scudamore family has survived for nearly 1000 years through political alliances, intrigue, advantageous marriages and strong women! Lying beneath Garway Hill in the Monnow valley, close to the city of Hereford, this beautiful historic house and gardens are not to be missed whilst visiting Herefordshire. Features of the gardens include a Rhododendron wood, walled garden and a vegetable garden. Around 250 deer live in The Deer Park, where examples of ancient trees including Yew, Chestnut and a number of large Maple trees can be found. Kentchurch Court is Steeped in history dating back as far as 1058. Read more about the house, family and history. The gardens are open to the public from Good Friday to 30 September. The house is available for group visits of 5 or more, by appointment only. Please check the calendar for opening times and days. Kentchurch Court is a perfect destination for walkers and cyclists to use as a base. Taking advantage of the tea room for their refreshments. Painting groups are welcome to use the gardens and house for inspiration and car clubs often include Kentchurch Court in their itineraries. Dogs are welcome on leads and most of […]

UPDATE: Open from July 4th 2020. Please email to reserve a room or table, booking essential, initially we will be operating different opening hours, we will post our exciting new menus shortly on our website. 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 has an award-winning restaurant, wonderful walks, a nature-lovers haven and well-appointed rooms. Food at The Riverside is made and cooked freshly on site; from the garden honey, oat and yogurt soda bread to the delectable lemon verbena ice cream. Sustainability and ethical sourcing is important to us for mussels and sea fish. Always scoring well regarding food miles for British produce and Fair Trade sources for imports. The kitchen garden is an important ingredient in the creation of menus and Andy and his team prepare the ground, sow and reap the seasonal vegetables and fruits. There are designated “dog tables” in the bar should you wish to take your four-legged friend to dine with you. 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 […]

Creative Breaks is a not-for-profit association of artists and crafts people. Set up in 2000, Creative Breaks aims to promote courses run by skilled craftspeople in and around Herefordshire. Our courses are wide-ranging in discipline, from glass work to quilting and each maker has been selected for their quality of work and professional approach to their workshops. Below is a list of members and links to their websites: Lucy Brodie www.huntlandsfarm.co.uk/upholstery Jenny Pearce www.jennypearce.co.uk Rowan McOnegal www.rowanmconegal.co.uk      also www.hedgerowmedicine.org Bill Robson www.williamrobsonglass.co.uk Jane Meredith www.plantdyedwool.co.uk Nicola Hopwood www.nicolahopwood.co.uk Jenni Stuart-Anderson www.jenniragrugs.wordpress.com Pearl Taylor www.herefordshireholidays.co.uk Ginn Downes www.ginnscreativeworkshops.co.uk Tricia Jones www.classicalmosaic.co.uk Jacqueline Seymour www.bee-spokequilts.com James Wood www.buildersyardwellbeing.co.uk Marianne Ryan artwithmarianne.co.uk Lottie O’Leary www.lottieolearystonecarver.co.uk Art with Marianne Gift Voucher for one of Marianne’s one-day courses. Value: £62. Can be used for any courses taking place during 2019.  Purchase directly from Marianne: info@artwithmarianne.co.uk, or through the website. All members are keen to impart their knowledge and skill so you can leave with a sense of achievement and newfound enthusiasm for your craft. It is also the aim of the group that you will have new stories to tell, new skills to share and depart richer for the experience. As Herefordshire is known for its farming produce and rural […]

UPDATE: Opening from July 6th 2020 with four en suite letting rooms on a bed and breakfast basis only. Taking bookings now. The Kilpeck Inn is located in the historic village of Kilpeck, in the heart of rural Herefordshire. Open for divine takeaway food only from their menu inc Sunday Lunch during the Covid period. Kilpeck is renowned for its beautiful Romanesque church just a minutes walk from the inn.  The inn was extensively refurbished in 2009 to extend the dining room and add accommodation, whilst retaining its special character.  We offer a warm welcome, friendly service and top quality food sourced from local suppliers, all prepared by award winning head chef Ross Williams. The Kilpeck Inn is recommended in the Michelin Guide, as well as the Good Pub Guide, the AA Pub Guide and Alastair Sawday’s Special Places.  The Inn recently won both ‘Best Country Inn – Herefordshire’ and the Location Award for Best Local History in the Lux 2016 Hospitality Awards. Come and sit by the fireside and enjoy a pint of local ale; have a delicious meal in the bar or in our restaurant, or stay the night in one of our four luxurious en-suite bedrooms. Open […]

Kington Markets are held every Friday, and on the 3rd Saturday of every month. Friday is local food, produce and crafts from 9:00 – 1:00. The monthly Art, Craft and Vintage Saturday Market starts at 9:00 and goes through until 3:00. Here you will find local artisans selling their work, some actually turn out this work right before your eyes, and you can commission bespoke items. There are local Crafters with a wide variety of great gift ideas, practical and beautiful objects for your home, and a new addition for 2018 are the Vintage stalls selling quality interior items along with collectables, antiquarian books etc. These Markets are held in the Market Hall, the neighbouring Place de Marines, and the adjoining Coach House, all under cover. Learn more about Kington.

If you are out and about in the Kington area and need friendly and helpful advice on where to go, what to do and where to stay, then the Kington Tourist Information Centre is your one stop shop. Manned by an enthusiastic group of volunteers belonging to the Kington Tourist Group and providing information on Kington and the surrounding countryside you’re sure to find what you need. The Centre is staffed from Easter to October; during the rest of the year, local information can be found on their website and any enquiry will be answered quickly. Although Kington is on the western side of Offa’s Dyke, it has been an English town for a thousand years; consequently there is much to discover and lots to explore in this beautiful rural town. Office open: Sat 6th April – Sat 2nd November 2019 10am-4.30pm Mon-Sat  closing 4pm during Oct/Nov

CLOSED DUE TO CORONAVIRUS RISK, PLEASE SEE STATEMENT BELOW We are sad to say that as of today, the museum will be CLOSED until further notice. We will not be taking any meeting room bookings nor will the shop be open. Stay safe, and we hope to see you in better times. Visit Hereford’s Cider Museum and explore the story of traditional cider making. Learn how the apples were milled and pressed and how the resulting juice was fermented to produce cider. Herefordshire is world famous for its cider and here is a wonderful way to discover its history and the traditions of how it was made, right through to the modern day. A tour of the Museum reveals the history of cidermaking and visitors have the opportunity of walking through original champagne cider cellars and viewing a cooper’s workshop, vat house and cider making memorabilia. View a rare collection of engraved English Lead Crystal cider glasses dating from the 18th century onwards and a collection of 19th century watercolours which were commissioned in 1865 to produce the Herefordshire Pomona – a book illustrating the different varieties of apples and pears grown. Group visits are welcome including school groups and […]

CLOSED Due to the the current circumstances the Museum and Art Gallery will be shut from from close of business on Friday. No date is set for its reopening and all activities and events will be postponed. Thank you for your understanding.   Hereford Museum is full of interesting local history with hands-on elements for all the family including a children’s Victorian kitchen and puppet theatre. Some of the most popular displays are a live bee hive, a two metre long sturgeon fish, and fascinating archaeology & fossils. The Art Gallery hosts regularly changing exhibitions of contemporary and historic art and objects. The Brian Hatton Gallery displays art works by local artist Brian Hatton, killed in the First World War. Normal opening hours: Tuesday – Friday 10am-4pm, Saturday 10am-12.30pm FREE except for special exhibitions Toilets, wheelchair access via lift, tactile images and braille guides. Website Also see The Black White House Museum