Herefordshire

Herefordshire is a historic and scenic county in England offering charming market towns, cultural heritage, cider orchards, and diverse natural landscapes for walkers and history enthusiasts.

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The Mill

This offering is a former 18th century water mill converted into a ground-floor accommodation with two bedrooms, set by a river with private fishing and surrounded by wildlife and countryside near historic towns and the Welsh border.

3 miles from 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.

3 miles from 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.

2 miles from Grosmont Castle

Grosmont Castle is a ruined Norman-era castle located in Grosmont, Monmouthshire, Wales, featuring stone fortifications and historic architecture, open to the public and managed by the Cadw heritage agency.

Shires End

Shire's End is a unique underground lodge in the countryside of Herefordshire, featuring handcrafted Sherwood Forest timber construction and designed as a romantic retreat for couples with scenic views and a cozy self-contained living space.

2 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.

2 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.

The Old Kennels Holidays - Brown Snout

This accommodation is a ground floor holiday cottage located on a family-run farm in the countryside near the market town of Ledbury, offering a peaceful setting with enclosed outdoor space and scenic surroundings suitable for families and small groups.

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.

Near Offa's Dyke

Offa's Dyke is a historic large earthwork that runs along much of the England-Wales border, symbolising the ancient boundary between Mercia and the Welsh kingdoms. It offers visitors a significant outdoor experience with scenic views, walking paths, and notable archaeological importance.

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.

3 miles from Rotherwas Chapel

Rotherwas Chapel is a historic family chapel with architectural features from medieval to Victorian times including a fine Elizabethan timber roof and Victorian furnishings, maintained by English Heritage near Hereford.

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 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 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.

3 miles from Bromesberrow Place

Bromesberrow Place is a Regency Greek Revival house with rich social history, offering guided tours of the house and extensive gardens including a vineyard and camellia house, set in 200 acres of parkland.

3 miles from Moors Meadow Gardens

Moors Meadow Gardens is a seven-acre organic garden in Herefordshire offering a tranquil outdoor experience with diverse plant species, handcrafted features, and seasonal beauty. Visitors explore various garden areas including meadows, groves, and a fernery set in a hillside landscape.

The Old Kennels Holidays - Foxwhelp

A recently renovated single-floor accommodation in a rural farm setting near Ledbury and the Malvern Hills, offering a cosy and homely atmosphere with scenic countryside surroundings.

3 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.

Near 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.

Near Ludlow Castle

Ludlow Castle is a notable medieval ruin in Ludlow, Shropshire, featuring historical architecture and scenic views. Visitors can explore the castle grounds, learn about its rich history including ties to English royalty, and enjoy various events and festivals held at the site. Facilities include a café and shop; parking is nearby.

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.

Clock Tower Cottage

This semi-detached property is set in the vibrant village of Whitchurch on the edge of the Wye Valley, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, offering a homely and peaceful atmosphere with family-friendly features and an enclosed garden.

2 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.

Acorns at Oaklands

Acorns at Oaklands is a wheelchair-accessible annex property located in the peaceful countryside of Edwyn Ralph, ideal for guests seeking comfort and ease with accessibility provisions and a tranquil rural setting.

2 miles from Edvin Loach

Edvin Loach features the historic ruins of an 11th-century church built within Norman castle earthworks alongside a Victorian Gothic Revival church, offering both indoor and outdoor heritage experiences in a Herefordshire village setting.

3 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 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.

Sunnybank

A 19th-century detached cottage set in a tranquil, secluded 3½-acre wildlife haven in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, offering peaceful rural accommodation with access to outdoor activities like pony trekking and canoeing.

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.

Hillside Hideaway

This is a peaceful ground floor bungalow with one bedroom and an ensuite bathroom, featuring an open plan living area with a woodburner and balcony overlooking the Forest of Dean and River Severn, ideal for couples or friends seeking a scenic countryside escape.

The Cider House

The Cider House is a renovated barn conversion stone cottage set on a working farm near Mitcheldean offering peaceful countryside views and a rural atmosphere in the Forest of Dean area.

Westways

A detached bungalow near Ross-on-Wye, renovated in 2021, offering peaceful countryside seclusion with scenic views, garden and orchard, and access to a private indoor heated swimming pool.

The Old Granary

This accommodation is a comfortable converted granary in a rural setting near an historic market town, offering a homely and laid-back atmosphere with access to outdoor activities and shared amenities including a heated outdoor swimming pool and tennis court.

The School Room

The School Room is a spacious Grade II listed converted schoolhouse located in the rural village of Dymock near two Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty, providing a character-filled retreat with open plan living, two bedrooms, and private outdoor space.

3 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.

Located in Cleobury Mortimer

Cleobury Mortimer is a historic market town in southeastern Shropshire, known for its crooked spire church, literary connections, and local brewery, set amidst scenic hills and forest areas.

2 miles from 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.

3 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.

Located in Kington

Kington is a historic market town in Herefordshire, England, known for its medieval street layout, traditional livestock market, and local cultural festivals. It offers visitors charming independent shops, historic pubs, and access to nearby gardens and long-distance footpaths.

Horsecroft

This detached barn conversion in rural Herefordshire near Hay on Wye offers a spacious and comfortable setting with easy access to countryside walks, local pubs, and historic sites.

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.

Cider Mill

This accommodation is a stylish barn conversion set on a working farm in Herefordshire countryside offering peaceful scenic views and a private hot tub, suited for guests seeking a rural, nature-immersed retreat with family-friendly self-contained facilities.

Near 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.

Wye Nest

Wye Nest is a newly converted detached coachhouse holiday home perched above the village of Ballingham in Herefordshire, offering peaceful countryside views over the River Wye and a comfortable open-plan living space with Juliet balconies overlooking the river.

West End Farm Lodge Alabaster

West End Farm Lodge Alabaster is a detached lodge built in 2023, located on a working farm in the Forest of Dean within the Wye Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, offering a peaceful, scenic countryside retreat with nature immersion and outdoor activities.

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.

The Garden Lodge

A detached holiday property located on the Wales/Shropshire border in the Teme Valley countryside, ideal for walkers with proximity to Offa's Dyke and other trails, offering a ground floor open plan living space with one bedroom and one bathroom.

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.

2 miles from 'All things mantua' drop in chats

13 Oct (next Tuesday)

Join sewing team volunteers for informal chats about the historical design of the court mantua, a wide dress in the National Trust’s collection that is soon to be taken off display.

Clehonger Retreats - Walker's Retreat

Walker's Retreat is a countryside apartment with character and country-style décor, situated on the first floor overlooking paddocks near the village of Clehonger, suitable for a small group seeking a peaceful rural retreat.

Woodside Lodges Country Park

Woodside Lodges Country Park is a tranquil rural retreat set within 25 acres of landscaped grounds in Herefordshire countryside, featuring outdoor activities like wild-water swimming and fishing lakes, suitable for families and nature enthusiasts.

3 miles from 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.

Near Croft Castle

Croft Castle is a Grade I listed English country house near Leominster, Herefordshire, surrounded by extensive parkland and historic gardens including an Iron Age hill fort. It offers a mix of indoor historic rooms and outdoor scenic landscapes with woodland and gardens, showcasing centuries of family history and architecture.

2 miles from 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.

Near Llanthony Priory

Llanthony Priory is a historic Grade I listed ruined Augustinian priory situated in a secluded valley in the Black Mountains, Wales, offering visitors an outdoor experience to explore ancient architecture and scenic landscapes with free access.

Near 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.

Kinverley

Kinverley is a detached bungalow set in a rural working farm environment, offering peaceful and homely accommodation with a large enclosed garden and close proximity to countryside attractions and walking trails in Mid Wales.

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.

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.

Ashlea Pools Lodges

Ashlea Pools Lodges offers a lakeside retreat in South Shropshire surrounded by woodland, wildlife, and scenic landscapes, suitable for families and couples seeking a peaceful break in nature.

Near 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.

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 Mortimer's Cross Water Mill

Mortimer's Cross Water Mill is an 18th-century watermill located on the River Lugg near Leominster in Herefordshire. The mill is partially operational and is owned by Historic England, offering visitors a glimpse of historical milling processes.

Merryview Bungalow

This detached single-storey bungalow sits on a working farm with views across the Black Mountains, offering a peaceful countryside retreat with access to outdoor activities and nearby areas of natural beauty.

Acre Luxury Lodges - Offa's Dyke Lodge

This single-storey detached lodge is situated on a working sheep and cattle farm in an elevated rural location, offering scenic views and a peaceful atmosphere with private outdoor space including a hot tub and games room.

Cow Shed

This detached single-storey converted barn is located in a rural hamlet near Bitterley with views over fields and hills, nestled at the bottom of Clee Hill in superb walking country and close to Ludlow and other towns.

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.

Bridle Cottage

This converted cottage is located in a quiet countryside hamlet near Ross-on-Wye and Hereford, featuring wheelchair accessibility, two ensuite bedrooms on the ground floor, and shared landscaped gardens with tennis court in a countryside setting.

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.

Mum's Place

This three-bedroom semi-detached holiday home in Hay-on-Wye offers a peaceful garden and is suitable for families or small groups, situated near local attractions and scenic countryside with a blend of historic character and modern comfort.

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.

Castle Properties - The Grooms Cottage

The Grooms Cottage is a characterful historical property set in the grounds of the owner's home overlooking an orchard in the countryside near Ledbury, offering a peaceful and scenic rural retreat suitable for families and outdoor activity enthusiasts.

Netherley Hall Cottages - Parkers Lodge

Parkers Lodge is a detached ground-floor holiday cottage located on the Netherley Hall Estate near the Malvern Hills, offering a peaceful rural setting with woodland walks and scenic countryside views.

The Lodge at Harvest Farm

The Lodge at Harvest Farm is a traditionally renovated rural cottage in Shropshire offering a peaceful countryside retreat close to Ludlow with accommodation for four guests across two bedrooms and access to private gardens and parking.

3 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.

Lower House Barn

Lower House Barn is a characterful barn conversion set in Herefordshire countryside combining rustic charm with modern comforts, featuring a private garden and access to shared on-site tennis court, ideal for family and friends seeking a rural getaway.

Merbach Hill View Holidays - Swallow Lodge

A newly constructed lodge completed in 2023 located near Hay-on-Wye, offering ground-floor, pet-friendly accommodation for two guests with a private hot tub and scenic rural surroundings.

Cider Mill

The Cider Mill is a traditional semi-detached country cottage dating from the 1850s with exposed beams, wheelchair accessible ground floor facilities, and a shared garden area in a rural setting near Tenbury Wells and the Welsh Borders.

The Lodge

This bungalow-style lodge is a single-level accommodation ideal for two guests, located in a rural setting with views of wildflower meadows and countryside, featuring an enclosed garden and private parking.