Herefordshire

2 miles from Homme House

Homme House is a historic country house located near Marcle Ridge, Herefordshire, surrounded by extensive gardens, parkland, and woodland, offering both indoor house tours and outdoor garden experiences. The venue also features a cafe and serves as a wedding venue with paid entry required for visitors.

3 miles from Arthur's Stone

Arthur's Stone is a Neolithic dolmen located in Herefordshire, England, featuring a large stone tomb on a hill ridge with views of the surrounding valleys. It is an archaeological site linked to ancient history and Arthurian legend.

Located in Ross-on-Wye

Ross-on-Wye is a historic market town in Herefordshire known as the birthplace of British tourism, featuring picturesque river scenery, historic landmarks including a 700-year-old parish church, and a vibrant town centre with local shops and markets.

Near May Hill

May Hill is a prominent hill in Gloucestershire known for its distinctive clump of trees and status as a Site of Special Scientific Interest. Visitors can enjoy panoramic views, woodlands, grasslands, and historic May Day celebrations on the summit, accessible via public footpaths.

Near Nant-Iago

Nant-Iago is a medieval Welsh house featuring Gothic Georgian details, historic cruck frames, and Regency Gothick windows. Visitors can enjoy guided tours of the ground floor and bedrooms, explore attractive grounds including a lake and arboretum, and see collections of memorabilia, rescued owls, and classic cars.

3 miles from Goodrich Castle

Goodrich Castle is a prominent 11th century Norman medieval castle ruin in Herefordshire, England featuring well-preserved concentric defensive architecture, historic significance from the English Civil War, and scenic views over the River Wye. It is managed by English Heritage and open to the public as a historic site.

3 miles from Clun Castle

Clun Castle is a medieval ruined castle in Shropshire, England, known for its historical Norman architecture and significance as a Marcher lord fortress. Now a Grade I listed building, it offers visitors the chance to explore extensive outdoor ruins, including a great Norman keep and remnants of pleasure gardens, managed by English Heritage.

3 miles from Longtown Castle

Longtown Castle is a ruined Norman motte-and-bailey castle in Herefordshire, England, featuring a notable circular stone keep built in the 12th century. The site includes earthworks from a former Roman fort and offers outdoor exploration of medieval fortifications, maintained by English Heritage as a historic tourist attraction.

2 miles from The Picton Garden

The Picton Garden is a 1.5-acre partner garden renowned for its National Plant Collection of autumn-flowering asters and vibrant herbaceous borders, offering a colourful outdoor experience through the seasons. It welcomes dogs, provides accessibility, and offers facilities such as parking and toilets for visitors.

3 miles from Sufton Court

Sufton Court is a small Palladian mansion built in 1788 with fine 18th-century interiors and beautiful grounds laid out by Repton, offering river views and guided tours in May and August.

3 miles from Kyre Park House, Gardens & Antiques Barn

Kyre Park offers visitors beautiful 'Capability' Brown gardens spread over 39 acres, an antiques barn, and a licensed bistro. While the historic house itself is not open to the public, the gardens and barn are accessible daily with facilities including accessible parking, toilets, and pet friendliness.

Located in Tenbury Wells

Tenbury Wells is a historic market town in Worcestershire known for its unique Chinese-Gothic Pump Rooms, local fruit orchards, and cultural heritage including a restored cinema and religious sites.

2 miles from Wigmore Castle

Wigmore Castle is a ruined medieval castle in Herefordshire, England, originally founded in the 11th century after the Norman Conquest. Visitors can explore the extensive ruins including curtain walls, towers, and gatehouse, set in an outdoor landscape with historical significance through various English historical periods.

2 miles from Eastnor Castle

Eastnor Castle is a Victorian castle in Herefordshire offering guided tours of its magnificent state rooms and luxurious bedrooms. Visitors can explore extensive grounds including an arboretum, children’s play areas, and a yew maze, with facilities such as a café and accessible parking. Dogs are welcome throughout the venue.

Located in Ledbury

Ledbury is a historic market town in Herefordshire known for its Tudor timber-framed buildings, cultural festivals, and literary heritage, offering a walkable town centre with railway and bus connections.

3 miles from Berrington Hall

Berrington Hall is a neoclassical country house near Leominster, Herefordshire, featuring Capability Brown's last landscape design and a collection of historic furnishings and costumes. Visitors can explore both the elegant interiors and extensive gardens managed by the National Trust.

3 miles from Garden tour with Les Smith

7 Oct, 14 Oct…

An experienced garden volunteer leads a tour of Berrington Hall’s gardens, sharing information about the property, its former residents and its history.

Located in Leominster

Leominster is a historic market town in Herefordshire known for its medieval priory, vibrant market heritage, and accessible transport links including rail and bus services.

Located in Newent

Newent is a historic market town in Gloucestershire with roots dating back to Roman times, known for its medieval market house, cultural events, and scenic surrounding countryside.

2 miles from Garden tour - Houses and Ha-Has: It's a Family Affair

9 Oct, 23 Oct…

A garden history tour at Berrington Hall explores the work of Capability Brown and Henry Holland, including the grounds, house and their wider historical context. Led by garden guide Nick St George, the outdoor walk lasts about 1 hour 15 minutes.

3 miles from Westbury Court Garden

Westbury Court Garden in Gloucestershire is a rare surviving 17th-century Dutch-style water garden featuring a long historic canal, distinctive topiary, a Dutch style pavilion, and an ancient evergreen oak, restored and maintained by the National Trust.

3 miles from Harvest Weekend

9–11 Oct (another 2 days)

Harvest Weekend at Westbury Court Garden celebrates the season with its sights and flavours, offering visitors a taste of the past.

3 miles from Burton Court

Burton Court is a historic manor house with architecture spanning from medieval to Edwardian periods, featuring guided tours that include an archaeological dig of a Norman castle site and exhibitions of costumes, militaria, and natural history.

2 miles from Brockhampton

Brockhampton Estate is a National Trust property in Herefordshire featuring a late 14th century timber framed manor house with moat, extensive farmland, parkland, and woodland. Visitors can explore both the historic interiors and outdoor grounds including an archaeological site of a medieval village.

2 miles from Fascinating Fungi Tour

13 Oct (next Tuesday)

Join expert forager Marlow Renton on a guided walk at Brockhampton to learn about fungi, where to find it and how to forage with more confidence. Mushrooms will not be collected for eating.

2 miles from Kempley

Kempley is a historic village in Gloucestershire known for St Mary's Church with Britain's oldest roof and exceptional Romanesque frescoes, along with the Arts and Crafts style St Edward's Church, offering a combination of indoor heritage and scenic outdoor experiences.

Near Phillips House

Phillips House is a 17th-century grand former vicarage in Much Marcle with distinctive Restoration and Queen Anne façades. Visitors can tour the ground floor rooms, climb Jacobean stairs to attic and servants' quarters, explore the gardens, and learn about the life of vicars through guided visits by the owners.

2 miles from The Weir Garden

The Weir Garden is a National Trust property in Herefordshire featuring 10 acres of riverside gardens known for diverse wildlife and Roman temple ruins, offering a tranquil outdoor experience along the River Wye.

3 miles from Monmouth Castle

Monmouth Castle is a historic Norman castle ruin located in Monmouth, Wales, known as the birthplace of King Henry V. Visitors can explore the outdoor remains of the castle and learn about its significance during the English Civil War, alongside a regimental museum housed in nearby Great Castle House.

Near The Salwey Lodge

The Salwey Lodge is a Grade II* listed historic house near Ludlow offering exclusive stay experiences for small groups, with fine dining featuring garden and farm-sourced food, walking activities, and nearby historic attractions.

Located in Ludlow

Ludlow is a historic market town in Shropshire, England, known for its medieval castle, Tudor architecture, vibrant food scene, cultural festivals, and picturesque location by the rivers Teme and Corve.

3 miles from Arley Arboretum and Gardens

Arley Arboretum & Gardens is a private garden on the banks of the River Severn featuring over 300 species of rare and ancient trees, accessible gardens, and seasonal floral displays. Visitors can enjoy outdoor exploration including a rock garden, herbaceous borders, and Italian-style garden, with facilities such as a children's play area, refreshments, and dog-friendly areas.

2 miles from Sugar Loaf and Usk Valley

The Sugar Loaf and Usk Valley in Monmouthshire is a scenic outdoor destination featuring panoramic mountain views, historic estates, ancient woodlands, and a range of walking trails. Dogs are welcome on short leads, and the countryside is accessible to all visitors though not wheelchair-friendly. The site is free to visit with parking charges applying.

Near Paunton Court and Vineyard

Paunton Court and Vineyard is a historic house with buildings dating from the 16th to 19th century, offering vineyard tours, wine tastings, and garden exploration. The venue features accessible facilities with mostly wheelchair access, welcomes children and dogs, and requires paid entry.

3 miles from Knowles Mill

Knowles Mill is a historic 18th-century water-powered grain mill ruin in Worcestershire, set within the Wyre Forest National Nature Reserve. Visitors can explore the mill ruins, observe remnants of the mill machinery, and enjoy the surrounding woodland and meadow managed by the National Trust.

3 miles from Cornwall House

Cornwall House is a 17th-century brick-built townhouse in Monmouth featuring original architectural details including a fine staircase and a walled kitchen garden. Visitors can explore its historic interiors and garden, with access limited by steps. Admission is free for Historic Houses members or with a bus ticket.

2 miles from Witley Court

Witley Court is a spectacular ruined Italianate mansion located in Great Witley, Worcestershire, featuring extensive restored formal gardens, grand historic fountains, and an attached Grade I listed baroque church. Visitors can explore the impressive outdoor ruins, Victorian and Edwardian garden designs, and enjoy the heritage site managed by English Heritage.

3 miles from Tretower Court

Tretower Castle is a Grade I-listed ruined castle in Powys, Wales, featuring a 12th-century motte and bailey design with a prominent 13th-century cylindrical keep and stone bailey walls with towers. Visitors can explore the historic ruins set in a triangular plan, reflecting its medieval military origins.

Near Hay Castle

Hay Castle is a historic castle with a restored medieval keep and contemporary art gallery, offering cultural workshops, exhibitions, a shop, and café. Visitors can enjoy rooftop views, medieval costumes, and family-friendly activities in both indoor and outdoor spaces.

2 miles from Croft Castle and Parkland

Croft Castle is a historic 17th-century castellated manor house located in Herefordshire, surrounded by 1,500 acres of parkland, woodland, and farmland. Visitors can explore the castle's interiors, historic gardens, and extensive outdoor trails including an Iron Age hillfort. Facilities include a tea-room, bookshop, and accessible amenities, making it suitable for families and visitors with mobility needs.

2 miles from Garden tour - Berrington Hall: The people and the place

8 Oct, 15 Oct…

A garden volunteer leads a one-hour tour exploring Berrington Hall’s gardens and the people and place behind them.

2 miles from Broadward Hall Estate

Broadward Hall Estate is a nineteenth-century Gothic revival house with extensive historic gardens, including a Victorian walled garden and national day lily collection, offering guided tours with tea, horticultural gifts, and a nearby historic church to visit.

Near Skenfrith Castle

Skenfrith Castle is a ruined Norman castle in Skenfrith village, Monmouthshire, Wales, historically part of the Three Castles lordship. It features stone fortifications including a circular keep and curtain walls, set beside the River Monnow. Now managed by Cadw and owned by the National Trust, it is open to the public for exploration of the outdoor ruins.