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Off the beaten track, under the radar, a hidden gem... the chances are you haven’t yet stumbled upon Herefordshire.
Tucked against the Welsh border, hugged by the Malvern Hills and the Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons), Herefordshire is closer than you think.
But our green landscapes, relaxed market towns and fabulous local food will make you feel a world away.
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A superbly scenic 154-mile loop around the county.
Much Marcle is home to the 13th-century St Bartholomew’s Church, one of Herefordshire’s treasures. The 1500-year-old yew tree at the door is so big ...
St Mary and St David, Kilpeck, has been described as England’s most perfect Norman church. So little has been altered since it was built in 1140.
The Black Hill or The Cat’s Back is in the Black Mountains. It's known as the Cat’s Back due to the hill resembling the appearance of a hunched, ...
Here is our pick of the best accommodation spots in the marvellous county of Herefordshire.
Porter’s Perfection - The west of this lush county is patchworked with apple orchards and studded with artisan cider producers. Lacing the rolling ...
Discover the magical Golden Valley and look across to the Black Mountains as you make for the prehistoric Arthur’s Stone.
Follow the Wye for 136 miles of river & hill walking.
Accessible Walks with Big Views & Rich History From forested ridges to quiet valleys and open hills, these routes reveal constant surprises: wild ponies, ruined castles, Iron Age hillforts, orchards, ...
Challenge yourself on this demanding hike from Great Malvern to Ledbury, conquering summits and historic viewpoints along the Malvern Hills.
Challenging hike through scenic landscapes to Downton Castle.
This is real walking country, trek along the border between England and Wales, drinking in the magnificent 360-degree views, which are only ...
A road circuit linking Berrington Hall and Croft Castle, with easy gradients and classic Herefordshire scenery.
Challenging loop hike from Ledbury with historic sites, woodland trails, and panoramic viewpoints in the Malvern Hills.
A 106-mile scenic tour of Herefordshire’s wild, ancient landscapes. Cyclists can devote a week to soaking up the history and landscapes on offer, ...
A picturesque walk climbing up the Bromyard Downs for impressive views over the town. This one can get muddy so boots are recommended!
A modern pilgrim route uncovering wild landscapes & ancient landmarks. Journey along the 44-mile (71km) walking trail, which celebrates the ...
Cycle winding country lanes to quintessentially English villages.
Starting on the edge of Bringsty Common, this loop winds over open grasslands and scattered woodland. The route uses a mix of grassy paths and wild ...
Demanding loop for cyclists, featuring steep climbs, fast descents and rural roads through Herefordshire’s varied landscapes.
A superbly scenic 154-mile loop around the county. The trail begins on Herefordshire’s most easterly edge in Ledbury, moments away from the ...
This 9.75-mile section of the Wye Valley Walk from Byford to Hereford makes for the perfect day hike!
Shortly after crossing the A4103 over Fromes Hill, the trail walker can return to the peace of deep country and the quiet, unpaved byways of ...
Deep hollow ways cut through Whitney Wood, telling of past stone quarrying, timber felling and charcoal-making.
The castle ruins on the hill above the village of Richards Castle are all that remains of the once-formidable centrepiece of England’s earliest ...
This 6.75-mile section of the Wye Valley Walk from Hereford to Fownhope makes for the perfect day hike!
Ornate 12th-century stone carving at the west door of Leominster Priory Church echoes other outstanding examples of the Herefordshire School of ...
Woodland paths and riverside tracks lead to Symonds Yat Rock's sweeping views, with a classic pub stop along the River Wye.
A varied circular hike from Kington, mixing gentle paths with local culture and tempting rest stops for a rewarding Herefordshire outing.
Follow historic waterways past Kington’s old milling sites, with riverside stretches and glimpses of local creative life along the way.
Gentle loop from Kington through peaceful countryside to the Small Breeds Farm and Owl Centre—family-friendly and full of local character.
Embark on a memorable journey along Offa's Dyke Path, a captivating long-distance hiking trail that stretches from Monmouth to Hay on Wye in mostly ...
Like Hergest Ridge at Kington, Garway Hill is one of our ‘easy peaks’ with views to warm the heart. Tucked away in the south of the county and just ...
The walk start from the Old Court Hotel built in 1570 and formerly owned by Thomas Gwillim and John Groves Simcoe, both with connections to ...
Walk, Talk & Taste Our Orchards Craft Cider Week runs from 12-19 September 2026. It's an invitation to experience our orchards at their fullest, learn the secrets of our craft cider and ...
The unique local geology has created a soft rolling countryside around Marcle Ridge, but as you gradually ascend the ridge you will see way beyond ...
The village of Weobley is a wonderful start and finish to a gentle walk, wander past beautiful ‘black and white’ half-timbered houses and then out ...
The 360 degree views at the top of Garway Hill are outstanding with views to the Malverns and Black Mountains. It's just you … and the wild grazing ...
A magnificent march across Mortimer Country, complete with a handsome castle, an ancient hill fort, a magical valley, and a mischievous woodland ...
A fantastic walk in the east of the county, taking in two intimate, country churches and one of the most beautiful vineyards in England at Coddington.
A walk to Wigmore Castle, where you can enjoy great history and fabulous views, before heading off into the woods.
Admire the River Wye as you step along the riverbank, taking in the countryside’s peace and quiet and stumbling on beautiful churches along the way.
Roam rolling farmland to discover a winsome black-and-white village, a medieval folly and one of England’s most remarkable rococo churches.
Cross into Powys to explore the wild Radnor Hills on a mixed road and gravel ride – a demanding ascent is well rewarded with far-reaching views and ...
Much Marcle is home to the 13th century St Bartholomew’s Church, one of Herefordshire’s treasures. The 1500-year-old yew tree at the door is so big ...
Take this glorious walk to see why much of the Herefordshire countryside is best seen on foot. You'll enjoy the beauty of a historic rural church, ...
Ninth century ‘Bromgeard,’ a settlement surrounded by thorny scrub, grew in importance after Bishop Cuthwulf gained a royal charter in 840 to ...
A popular trip down a scenic and gentle stretch of the river that takes in gentle rapids, sweeping bends, spectacular scenery and a dazzling range ...
Trace the Welsh border south from Kington on a peaceful but lumpy route along mostly traffic-free C-roads – tackling one really testing climb that ...
Beautiful but testing ride along the side of Hay Bluff followed by a steady climb back past Llanthony Abbey, culminating in spectacular views from ...
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