t i s i v k u . o c . e r i h s d r o f e r e h . w w w East West South & The Forest of Dean With over 58% of the Malvern Hills in it’s a great place with a sense of space. With 3,000 acres of open countryside to tempt Silence is golden, and so too is the Golden Valley; the broad, fertile There is nowhere better to view and enjoy the River Wye than from this part of the county. Follow in auspicious footsteps (Wordsworth you, pull on your walking boots and escape to the hills. vale that separates Herefordshire from the Welsh hills. Explore and JMW Turner) from Ross to Symonds Yat as it meanders its way below Goodrich Castle, one of the most complete medieval castles in Known for its hop growing, the market town of has its own character and history with just the right degree of bustle. Cider, of Offa’s offer along the Dyke, search out gardens and vistas and soak Britain and with exhilarating views over the Wye Valle y. course, remains one of our most important products. Ledbury is in the heart of cider and perry bounteous orchards which have provided up the atmosphere in traditional local inns. Join in or spectate, whilst sampling some of the local brew of course, with the canoeists, rafters, rowers and fishermen. Why not take the raw materials for this drink for centuries. If retail therapy is your ‘bag’, Ledbury has a great range of small independent shops from If you’re looking to burn off some energy try scrambling, climbing the rope ferry at Symonds Yat and explore the footpaths of The Forest of Dean, enjoy an underground or treetop adventure – or if this all vintage boutiques to stylish antiques to browse at your leisure, followed by some local refreshment – cider or locally produced beer of or mountain biking, or if you prefer something a little more leisurely sounds too much then relax aboard a cruise boat in Symonds Yat as it takes you on a river trip. course! try walking with a Llama, a great experience for all the family.

WYE VALLEY BREWERY ROWLESTONE FARMHOUSE ICECREAM WOBAGE MAKERS GALLERY MONMOUTH CANOE & ACTIVITY CENTRE THE HOP POCKET SHOPPING VILLAGE Stoke Lacy, Nr. Bromyard HR7 4HG Rowlestone Court, Rowlestone, Pontrilas HR2 0DW Upton Bishop, Ross-on-Wye HR9 7QP Castle Yard, Old Dixton Road, Monmouth NP25 3DP t 01885 490505 t 01981 240322 t 01989 780495 t 01600 716083 w www.monmouthcanoe.co.uk w www.rowlestonecourt.co.uk w www.wobage.co.uk w www.wyevalleybrewery.co.uk A large fleet of quality modern canoes and kayaks for canoeing No visit to Herefordshire would be complete without Working dairy farm near Black Mountains. A large selection of hand-made contemporary craft trips to enjoy the River Wye. Short hire periods to multi day hire. tasting Wye Valley Brewery’s award-winning local beers. Icecream making viewable most Wednesdays/ on display in the makers gallery, whose workshops Book in advance. We’re a family-run business, using local Herefordshire Thursdays. Parlour and coffee shop serving light are a unique working environment for six potters, hops to brew our real ales. The brewery shop stocks all lunches. Wildlife gardens and extensive walks through one woodworker & one jeweller. Open Daily 9am-5pm March-November – other activities in winter our bottled-conditioned beers, plus clothing and flower meadows and woodlands. Play area and memorabilia, or discover our cask-conditioned ales in woodland adventure trail. Campsite with hook-ups Admission SEE WEBSITE E11 great pubs across the county. and fantastic views. ROSS CIDER @ THE YEW TREE INN Open Brewery shop open: 9am-5pm Monday-Friday Open April-September 11am-4pm Wed, Open 10am-5pm Thursday-Saturday March-December inclusive Thur & Fri, 11am-5pm Sat, Sun & BH Monday Peterstow, Ross-on-Wye HR9 6JZ t 01989 562815 w www.rosscider.com Admission FREE H8 Admission Small charge made to visit garden and play area C9 Admission FREE F11 Village Pub and cider shop, wide selection of local farm cider and perry to drink in or take home. Real ales, good food, caravans NOAKES FARM RIDING CENTRE GOODRICH CASTLE welcome.

Castle Lane, Goodrich, Ross-on-Wye HR9 6HY Open Daily from noon Bredenbury, Bromyard HR7 4SY Looking for a place to stay? t 01600 890538 Admission FREE F10 t 01885 483467 w www.noakesfarmridingcentre.co.uk w www.english-heritage.org.uk/goodrich Set in spectacular countryside, established friendly school giving Dramatically set with exhilarating views over the Wye encouraging tuition by experienced qualified instructors. Private/group Why not request Valley, Goodrich Castle gives a fascinating insight into lessons, escorted hacks. Licensed school. Pony Club Centre. medieval life. Explore its 12th century keep, chapel and battlements and see ‘Roaring Meg’, the deadly Open Daily, all year. Please telephone or email for appointment mortar which sealed the castle’s fate. Enjoy a selection of homemade drinks and snacks in the delightful castle Admission SEE WEBSITE G5 Stay 2015 tearoom.

THE TIME MACHINE MUSEUM 01432 268430 [email protected] Open See our website for details 12 The Square , Bromyard HR7 4BP t 01885 488329 w www.timemachineuk.com Admission SEE WEBSITE F10/11 Sci-Fi Museum with a Major collection of Dr Who props and costumes, plus Red Dwarf, Star Wars, Life on Mars, Thunderbirds, Captain Scarlet THE SARACENS HEAD INN etc. Memorabilia for sale. Groups by appointment.

Open Daily from Apr-Sept inc, 10.30am-4pm. Oct-Mar inc, Sat & Sun only 10.30am-4pm Bishops Frome, Worcester WR6 5BT Symonds Yat East, Ross-on-Wye HR9 6JL t 01531 640323 e [email protected] w www.thehoppocket.com t 01600 890435

Admission Adult £8, conc. £7, child £6, family (2+2) £25 G5 The Hop Pocket Shopping Village is an Aladdin’s Cave of crafts and gifts. w www.saracensheadinn.co.uk

Homemade Farmhouse Family Restaurant serving freshly cooked food, scrumptious cakes and a Superb riverside location on the east bank of the Wye

traditional Sunday roast. Local ciders, beers and wines including free tasting everyday. Large farm where it flows into the gorge at Symonds Yat East. Y E L L A V E Y W E H T & BROMYARD LOCAL & FAMILY HISTORY CENTRE shop with over 40 cheeses as well as pies, pates, pickles etc. Watch as the butcher prepares your cut Ten en-suite rooms, mostly with river views. High

the traditional way. A lovely plant centre, ladies and men’s fashions, shoes, children’s clothes, wooden quality food, real ales, riverside terraces. Great for

5 Sherford Street, Bromyard HR7 4DL toys and gifts, beautiful furniture, antiques, musical instruments, soft furnishings, original contemporary eating, sleeping and exploring.

t 01885 488755 w www.bromyardhistorysociety.org.uk art and more. ‘Year of the Hop’ exhibition showing the influence of hops on the region. An unrivalled E R I H S D R O F E R E H The Bromyard & District Local History Centre displays archives and no hassle shopping experience with a large free car park. A perfect destination to wile away a few photographs of the area and has research facilities. relaxed hours.

Open Tuesday-Saturday 10am-5.30pm, Sunday 11am-5pm. Closed Mondays, except Bank Holidays Open Daily, visit our website for details Open All year, Thurs & Fri 10am-1pm & 2pm-4pm. Saturday 10am-12.30pm Open 7 days a week November to Christmas Eve Key to symbols Admission FREE G5 Admission FREE H6 Admission N/A F11

Coach groups accepted by prior arrangement HEREFORDSHIRE’S NEW TOURIST ATTRACTION HOLLOWAYS EASTNOR POTTERY & THE FLYING POTTER THE GARDEN OF THE WIND AT MONNOW VALLEY ARTS CLEARWELL CAVES Dogs accepted Café on site Home Farm, Eastnor, Nr. Ledbury, HR8 1RD Middle Hunt House, Walterstone HR2 0DY The Rocks, Clearwell, Coleford, Glos GL16 8JR t 01531 633886 w www.eastnorpottery.co.uk t 01873 860529 t 01594 832535 w www.clearwellcaves.com Fabulous clay workshops for individuals, families, groups, education w www.monnowvalleyarts.org Guide Dogs only Disabled access ralph court Gardens The Garden of the Wind is an amazing modern A great underground experience with incredible and business – all ages and abilities. Mobile flying potter service also available. garden.It extends to 4 acres and has outstanding atmosphere, winding passageways link together nine views over the Black Mountains. The Dutch design impressive caverns, one cavern holds over 300 people Car parking Toilet facilities Open 10am-5pm Tuesday-Saturday. Pre-booking essential. includes large swathes of architectural planting and for candle-lit parties. The caves has recently been bold colours. It reflects the landscape and forms a used as a film location for Atlantis and Dr Who. Admission VARIABLE CHARGES J8 backdrop to a permanent display of sculpture and Guided tours for pre booked groups. Adventure carved lettering. caving activities. See website for more information. Disclaimer THE GLASSHOUSE CAFÉ AT HOLLOWAYS This guide is published by Visit Herefordshire Ltd. Tel 01432 268430. Open 25 April to 27 September Thursday & Friday 11am-5pm. Open Daily 10am-5pm 14 February-1 November 2015 Visit Herefordshire can accept no liability whatsoever for any errors, inaccuracies or omissions, or Lower Court, Suckley, Worcestershire WR6 5DE Weekends 2pm-5pm for any matter in any other way connected with or arising from the publication of this information. t 01886 884665 w www.holloways.co.uk/glasshouse Admission Adult £4. Children under 13 FREE B10 Admission SEE WEBSITE F12 Map © Reproduced from Ordnance Survey mapping with the permission of the Controller of Award-winning café set inside a stunning conservatory with views Her Majesty’s Stationery office. Crown Copyright. Unauthorised reproduction infringes Crown of the Suckley Hills. Breakfast, home cooked lunches, Italian coffee, copyright and may lead to prosecution or civil proceedings. 100024168 2010. afternoon teas. Children welcome. GOLDEN VALLEY LLAMAS Design Neil Morris www.touchdowndesign.net Supported by Open Mon-Sat 9am-5pm plus Sun (mid Mar-Aug) 11am-4pm Print Impact Print www.impactprint.co.uk Lower Court, Suckley, Worcestershire WR6 5DE Old King Street Farm, Ewyas Harold HR2 0HB Ross Walking Photography Visit Herefordshire, Derek Wilbraham. t 01886 884665 e [email protected] w www.holloways.co.uk Admission N/A J6 t 01981 240208 w www.llamasllamas.co.uk A day out to appeal to anyone who loves their home and garden. Three hour Llama trekking experience. Halter, groom and walk with Festival Holloways is much more than a garden centre. Their furniture showrooms, in TIPTON HALL RIDING SCHOOL these charming four legged companions. Exclusive, personalised 25th - 27th September 2015 converted hop kilns and the courtyards around them, make a perfect backdrop treks with Llamas in South West Herefordshire.

for displays of living room, dining room, conservatory and garden furniture. Tedstone Delamere, Bromyard HR7 4PR Open All year round by appointment The award-winning Glasshouse Café is a popular spot for coffee, lunch or afternoon t 01885 488791 w www.tiptonhallridingschool.com Admission £45 adults, £30 children tea. There is a Gift Shop, courtyards full of garden ornaments, large pots and Escorted hacking through beautiful unspoilt countryside. Private/group C9 planters, garden antiques and old farm curiosities. lessons with BHS qualified instructors. Pony Club Centre. Riding/stable 12 amazing gardens set in management courses. All abilities warmly wel comed. Open All year round: Mon-Sat 9am-5pm plus Sun (mid Mar-Aug) 11am-4pm See website for details Open Anytime strictly by appointment Looking for things to do, places to www.rosswalkingfestival.co.uk the grounds of a gothic rectory Admission N/A J6 Admission Lessons from £16 H5 eat and drink, more information on WESTONS CIDER BUTCHER ROW HOUSE MUSEUM the county and special offers? GO APE FOREST OF DEAN

Phileas Fogg Church Lane, Ledbury HR8 1DW t 01531 635069 w www.ledburycivicsociety.org Tea room Butcher Row House is a small museum displaying Victorian life. The house formerly stood in the High Street but was moved in Offering homemade lunches, C1830.

snacks, scrumptious cakes Open Daily 1 April-30 Sept 11am-5pm, October 11am-3pm and cream teas. Admission FREE H8 16TH CENTURY PAINTED ROOM Go to our website Just spent the best day out in Ledbury Town Council, 1 Church Lane, Ledbury HR8 1DH www.visitherefordshire.co.uk a“ lo ng time in your amazing t 01531 632306 w www.ledburytowncouncil.gov.uk garden followed by a delicious Visit these unique Tudor wall paintings, uncovered 25 years ago; our Guides will explain their fascinating history. lunch, too much to take in in one You can also visit the 17C Market House on request. EASTNOR CASTLE visit. We shall certainly be back! Open Various times Mar-Oct, see website for details Eastnor, Nr. Ledbury HR8 1RL Mr & Mrs Price, Bewdley. The Bounds, Much Marcle, Ledbury HR8 2NQ ” t 01531 633160 t 01531 660108 e [email protected] w www.westons-cider.co.uk Admission FREE, DONATIONS WELCOME H8 w www.eastnorcastle.com Offering tours daily (11am, 12.30pm, 2.00pm and 3.30pm), a range of tour packages A magnificent Georgian Castle situated in the foothills plus private parties and evening tours Monday-Friday subject to a minimum of 20 HELLENS of the Malverns, Nr. Ledbury. The castle is still the people. Booking is essential for all group and tour packages. Sampling after the tour home of the Hervey-Bathurst family and its interiors Mallards Pike Lake, Lydney, Glos GL15 4HD ralph court Gardens are located on the B4214 Bromyard to Tenbury wells road. is included. As Westons is a working factory only part of the site is suitable for those contain medieval armour, fine art and a Gothic Much Marcle, Ledbury HR8 2LY drawing room designed by A.W Pugin. t 0845 6432027 w http://goape.co.uk/forest-of-dean with disabilities. Children under the age of 18 will not be permitted to sample or Approximately 2 miles from Bromyard take the turning to edwyn ralph church. t 01531 660504 w www.hellensmanor.com In the grounds is an adventure playground, tree top purchase alcohol. Award winning adventure activities for all. Set within the beautiful Forest of Dean, families and Hellens is an ancient Manor House. Tranquil gardens with dovecote, walkway, knight’s maze, tea room and ice-cream friends can unleash their inner ape on our tree top adventure or explore the forest floor on our ralph court Gardens physic garden, labyrinth and knot garden. Working cider mill. parlour. epic, all terrain Segway’s. It’s a day like no other. Open Monday-Friday 9am-5pm (shop open until 6pm Fridays). Tearoom selling home-made cake. edwyn ralph, Bromyard, Herefordshire Hr7 4lU Saturday 10am-5pm. Sunday & BH 10am-4.30pm Tel 01885 483225 web www.ralphcourtgardens.co.uk Open Open for tours 2,3,& 4pm Easter Sund to 3 Oct Wed, Thur and Sun and BH Mon Open Please visit website for open days Open Please check website for details

Admission Adult £8, Child £4, Family (2 adults + 3 children) £20 H8 Admission SEE WEBSITE G9 Admission SEE WEBSITE J8 Admission SEE WEBSITE F12 Open 10am - 5pm. closed Mondays and Tuesdays except Bank Holidays. WATERWORKS MUSEUM - OAKER WOOD LEISURE

Central North Kingsland, Leominster HR6 9PT t 01568 780111 w www.oakerwoodleisure.co.uk How charming Hereford is! Despite its status as a city, Hereford Had enough of soulless chrome and glass architecture or razor-sharp Quad Bike Trekking • High Ropes • Assault Course • Zip Wire still retains a distinctly unhurried pace of life. At its historic heart angles? North Herefordshire’s rolling landscape is dotted with Clay Pigeon • Paintball • Rafting • Target Shooting are the wide open spaces of High Town, its traditional half-timbered striking buildings from Tudor times making the unique Children’s Multi Activity Days • Family Glamping & Days Out marketplace where farmers, garden, antique and general Black & White Villages amongst some of the most attractive in Open Daily but PRE-BOOKING ESSENTIAL markets are still held. From here a narrow street lined with cafes . Follow the 40 mile circular trail starting in the heart of the Admission Activities from £20 – see website D4 and speciality shops leads to the cathedral and the dazzling Marches, through to the English/Welsh border. EARDISLAND DOVECOTE medieval map of the world – the Mappa Mundi. If it’s action on the land you’re looking for then this is the best part The traditional Hereford Wednesday cattle market has moved of the county for you, with go-karting, assault course and zip wire. Eardisland HR6 9BN to a brand spanking new premises just outside the city, providing t 01544 388097 w www.eardisland.org.uk Eardisland Dovecote offers interesting historical displays and the opportunity to sensitively develop a modern shopping venue information on the area and houses a community shop selling local THE JUDGE’S LODGING with a range of eateries and a cinema complex – all within easy produce. strolling distance of the traditional historic quarter. Broad Street, Presteigne, Powys LD8 2AD Open Shop Apr-Sept/Oct-Mar 8am-5pm/4pm. Sun & BH 10am-2pm t 01544 260650 w www.judgeslodging.org.uk Admission FREE D4 Explore the odd world of Victorian judges, their servants and felonious guests at this award-winning, totally hands-on historic house. From stunning judge’s KINGTON MUSEUM HEREFORDSHIRE LIGHT INFANTRY MUSEUM apartments to gaslit servants’ quarters, take the eavesdropping audio-tour featuring actor Robert Hardy. Mill Street, Kington HR5 3AL Suvla Barracks, Harold Street, Hereford HR1 2QX Damp cells and vast courtroom included! Winner of t 01544 231748/230182 w www.kingtonmuseum.co.uk Britain’s Best Hidden Gem Awards 2014. t 01432 359917 w www.herefordshirelightinfantrymuseum.com Award winning local history museum. 6000 artefacts and photos from The Herefordshire Light Infantry Museum tells the story of the the Neolithic to the present day. Collection and photo archive can be regiment in campaigns such as Gallipoli, Egypt, Palestine and searched online. NW Europe. Open Mar-Oct, Tues-Sun & BHMs 10am-5pm. Nov, Wed-Sun 10am-4pm. Dec, Sat-Sun 10am-4pm Open Apr-Sept inc. 10.30am-4pm Tues-Fri. 10.30am-1pm Sat. plus BH Mon Open By appointment only Admission Adult £7.50, Con. £6.50, Child £3.95, Family £20, Reg disabled FREE B3 Admission FREE, DONATIONS WELCOME B5 Admission FREE E7 HEREFORDSHIRE RACEWAY LEOMINSTER MUSEUM HEREFORDSHIRE SOCIETY OF MODEL ENGINEERS Broomy Hill, Hereford HR4 0LJ Lower Hurst, Weobley HR4 8QY Etnam Street, Leominster HR6 8AL Off Broomy Hill, Hereford (follow signs for Waterworks Museum) t 01432 357 236 e [email protected] t 01544 318334 t 01568 615186 w www.leominstermuseum.org.uk w www.herefordshireraceway.org.uk t 07757 116819 w www.hsme.co.uk w www.waterworksmuseum.org.uk An outdoor tarmac go-kart circuit, 600 metres long Leominster Museum tells the story of Leominster and its people Miniature train rides for children plus adults. Light refreshments. The story of drinking water brought to life in a beautiful setting by the River with a bridge and a tunnel. Arrive and drive, since pre-Roman times, through objects, documents, oral history Pleasant location. Free parking for passengers. April to October. and pictures. Wye. Hereford’s unique museum tells the story of water supplies yesterday corporate/private events and stag/hen parties. See website, leaflet or phone for dates. Undulating and challenging, enjoy the thrill of karting and today. Includes an exhibition of Hereford’s secret role in WW2. with twin engine pro karts for ages 8-80 years. Open 4 April-end Oct, Mon-Fri 10am-4pm. Sat 10am-1.30pm. Or by arrangement Open See website for dates. 12 noon-4.30pm Many historic pumping engines are shown working regularly. The massive Hot and cold drinks available. Admission FREE, DONATIONS WELCOME E4 Admission FREE ENTRY, ONLY RIDES TO PAY FOR E7 triple-expansion steam engine is the oldest still working in Britain. Two-floors high and quite awesome in operation. The story of the water closet is just one WEOBLEY MUSEUM ST. JOHN’S MEDIEVAL CHAPEL & CONINGSBY HOSPITAL part of the social history of water supplies on display. An audio panorama explains how drinking water is treated today and how it reaches our taps. Open Tues-Sun 10am-8pm. Bank Holiday Mondays 10am-6pm Back Lane, Weobley HR4 8SG 110 Widemarsh Street, Hereford HR4 2NP NEW FOR 2015 A water park especially for children. This makes the t 01544 318278 w www.weobley.org (clubs & organisations) t 07802 718094 e [email protected] Admission SEE WEBSITE B5 Museum a children’s paradise where they can operate pumps, lift water Weobley Museum is situated on the site of the old police station Museum and Chapel built circa 1260 on site occupied by Crusader from a well and play the part of a donkey pushing a capstan pump. All the and courtroom. It has exhibitions of local history and regularly Knights of Order of St. John. 14thC Black Friars Priory and Preaching Cross. THE LION GALLERY changing displays. Ex-servicemen’s hospital added in 1614 by Sir Thomas Coningsby. old favourites too including the Archimedes’ screw. 15B, Broad Street, Leominster HR6 8BT Open Apri to end Sept. Mondays 10am- 1pm, Thursdays 2pm- 5pm Open Apr-Sept, 11.30am-12.30pm & 1.30pm-3.30pm. Group tours by arrangement The modern Visitor Centre has gifts, books and a delicious cuppa. The only t 01568 611898 working museum in Herefordshire. More here than you can imagine. One Admission FREE, DONATIONS WELCOME D5 Admission FREE, DONATIONS WELCOME E7 w www.liongallery.co.uk visitor said, ‘An absolute jewel of a museum’. Situated in the historic town of Leominster, The Lion Gallery showcases quality Herefordshire and British BELMONT ABBEY Open Tuesdays all year 11am-4pm (except 22nd and 29th December) contemporary art & design. A wide range of makers are represented, including artists, blacksmiths, ceramicists, Ruckhall Lane, Hereford HR2 9RZ In-steam April-October, 2nd & last Sundays in the month plus Easter Sunday/ Monday, glass and textile makers, jewellers and printers. All can be viewed in an informal and friendly atmosphere. t 01432 374747 w www.belmontabbey.org.uk Spring Holiday Sunday/Monday and August Holiday Monday, all 1pm-4pm Download a town map The Benedictine Abbey designed by EW Pugin and opened in Want to 1859, featuring stained glass by Hardman. The nave and grounds Admission Tuesday: Adults £3, SC £2, Children £1 from our website at are open to the public and other areas on request. In-steam: Adults £6, SC £5, Children £2, Family ticket £14 Open Monday-Saturday 10am-5pm discover www.visitherefordshire.co.uk Open All year, daily Herefordshire? /herefordshire-market-towns Admission FREE, DONATIONS WELCOME D7 E7 Admission FREE E4

MAYOR’S PARLOUR & CITY CHARTERS HEREFORD CATHEDRAL & MAPPA MUNDI HAMPTON COURT CASTLE, GARDENS & PARKLAND NATIONAL TRUST PLACES IN HEREFORDSHIRE

Hereford Town Hall, St. Owen’s Street, Hereford HR1 2PJ Hereford Cathedral, 5 College Cloisters, Hope under Dinmore, Leominster HR6 0PN Cathedral Close, Hereford HR1 2NG t 01432 260438 w www.herefordcitycouncil.gov.uk t 01568 797777 w www.hamptoncourt.org.uk t 01432 374202 w www.herefordcathedral.org Visit the Mayor’s Parlour and see silverware and city charters dating Discover the rich and fascinating history of one of from 1189 in this very fine building opened in 1904. e [email protected] w www.themappamundi.co.uk England’s best kept secrets. Hampton Court Castle is a beautiful 15thC Medieval Castle dating back to With stories to tell, hidden histories to uncover and miles of Built on a place of worship used since Saxon times, the Henry 1V. Set in over 1,000 acres of parkland with Open Contact Mayor’s secretary on 01432 260438 cathedral contains fine examples of Medieval art and outdoor spaces to explore – get away from it all at National Trust stunning walled gardens divided by canals, island architecture including the famous Mappa Mundi and A selection of events 2015 places in Herefordshire. Admission FREE E7 pavilions and pleached avenues. Plus a 150 year old Chained Library. Tours take place daily 11.05am and Please go to our website www.visitherefordshire.co.uk for a more comprehensive list. wisteria and a delightful conservatory serving lunch 2.05pm, with Garden Tours on Sat and Wed, June-Sept. or afternoon teas. From imagining life above and below stairs at magnificent houses or MAPPA MUNDI, CHAINED LIBRARY & MAGNA CARTA Cathedral Shop and Café. Garden tours and events. The list was correct when going to print. walking through colourful gardens and beautiful countryside, there’s Open Thur 26th March until the end of Oct from 10.30am to 5pm. something different to discover every visit. Look out for year-round Open See website for details of exhibition opening, tours Gardens open each day. Castle may be closed for private functions College Cloisters, Cathedral Close, Hereford HR1 2NG activities, events and tours which celebrate the past, present, people, t 01432 374202 w www.themappamundi.co.uk Admission VISIT www.herefordcathedral.org E7 Admission PLEASE SEE WEBSITE FOR PRICES AND MORE DETAILS E5 fashions and nostalgia. Hereford’s famous medieval map and illuminated manuscript collection on permanent display, featuring the cathedral’s own copy Also sample a taste of Herefordshire in our tea-rooms and shops with of Magna Carta (displayed between 23 Mar-30 Sept). OAKCHURCH FARM SHOP & GARDEN CENTRE local and seasonal produce. We’re open throughout the year and Open Visit www.themappamundi.co.uk daily from 1 March to 1 November. Admission SEE WEBSITE E7 Events For inspiration visit: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/herefordshire Food & drink, craft, art, jewellery, home and garden, VIOLETTE SZABO G.C. MUSEUM marmalade, music, cidermaking, beer, folk, walking, Berrington Hall Map Reference E4 Cartref, Tump Lane, Wormelow, Hereford HR2 8HN poetry, film, steam; mainstream to quirky, they’ll all Near Leominster, HR6 0DW t 01981 540477 w www.violetteszabomuseum.org.uk be fun and you’ll be very welcome. t 01568 615721 e [email protected] Violette Szabo G.C. Museum tells the story of Herefordshire’s greatest heroine, remembered in her film ‘ Carve Her Name with • See Georgian costumes throughout 2015 in the Pride’. Visit our website for further information ‘A Thousand Fancies’ exhibition www.visitherefordshire.co.uk • Explore ‘Capability’ Brown’s final landscape Open Apr-Oct Wed 11.30am-1pm & 2.30pm-4pm. Other times by appointment. We hope to see you soon... • Spend family time in the play area, enjoying outdoor Admission FREE E9 al games or den building er Ftiv R Conte • Soak up the atmosphere of Georgian elegance inside re Riv o Walkin tival mpora Staunton-on-Wye, HR4 7NH efordshi g Fitval idermaking F ry Cra F CIDER MUSEUM BRIGHTSTRIPE EVENTS AND SHOWS Her C air t 01981 500125 w www.oakchurch.net Brockhampton Estate Map Reference H5 “A Great Day out for all the family” Pomona Place, Hereford HR4 0EF Near Bromyard, WR6 5TB t 01432 354207 w www.cidermuseum.co.uk Set in the beautiful Wye Valley and known locally as the “Harrods of t 01885 482077 e [email protected] Learn about the history of cider making – how the apples were Herefordshire”, Oakchurch developed from a passion for farming. • Get away from it all with miles of parkland walks milled, pressed and the resulting juice fermented to produce cider. 27th Feb – 15th March 3rd – 12th July 24th – 26th July 17th – 20th September Our large butchers, foodhall and deli stock the best of local produce from beef • See the medieval moated manor house with the Visit the cider shop. Borderlines Film Festival Ledbury Poetry Festival Nozstock Music Festival Kington Walking Festival www.borderlinesfilmfestival.co.uk www.poetry-festival.co.uk www.nozstock.com www.kingtonwalks.org fattened on our own farm, readymade meals made in our kitchen to our famous ‘Brockhampton Revealed’ exhibition Open Mon-Sat: Apr-Oct 10am-5pm; Nov-Mar 11am-3pm & BH weekends strawberries and soft fruit. We have something for all the family to enjoy including • Get closer to nature with the play trail and den 3rd – 4th May 4th – 5th July 25th July – 1st August 25th – 27th September a restaurant, children’s play area, country department store and garden centre. building area Admission Adult £5.50, Con £5, Child/student £3 E8 Big Apple Blossomtime Bromyard Gala Three Choirs Festival Ross Walking Festival Our country department store sells clothes, shoes, jewellery, handbags, toys, gifts • Go on an adventure with three orienteering routes www.bigapple.org.uk www.bromyardgala.org.uk www.3choirs.org www.rosswalkingfestival.co.uk and much, much more. Why not relax and explore this gem of the Wye Valley. HEREFORDSHIRE ARCHIVE SERVICE Meet the makers, buy direct and commission unique art and craft at one of 10th – 12th July Croft Castle & Parkland Map Reference D3 Brightstripe’s cultural events. Promoting quality, originality and respect for 21st – 31st May 2nd August 7th – 11th October Beer on the Wye Open Monday-Saturday 9am-5.30pm. Sunday 10.30am-4.30pm Fir Tree Lane, Rotherwas, Hereford HR2 6LA handmade products. Hay Literary Festival Herefordshire Country Fair Yarpole, near Leominster, HR6 9PW www.hayfestival.com www.herefordcamra.org.uk www.herefordshirecountryfair.co.uk Hay Walking Festival t 01568 780246 e [email protected] w www.herefordshire.gov.uk/archives www.haywalking.org C6 Hereford Arts Market Affordable art street market 10th – 12th July Herefordshire Archive Service will be relocating to a purpose built 11 April, 12 September, 12 & 13 December in High Town, Hereford 30th May – 7th June 30th – 31st August • Uncover the history of the Croft’s during the First World War building re-opening in 2015. Please visit the website for further Ross Country Music Festival 10th – 11th October and what life was like on the home front Design for Living Leominster Festival www.rosscountrymusic.org.uk Ross Rowing Regatta CREATIVE BREAKS • Go wild in the castle themed play area and natural play area information. www.leominster-festival.co.uk www.rossrowingclub.co.uk Big Apple Harvestime Quality home & garden show, with products, services and demonstrations • Discover the walled garden filled with flowers, shrubs, fruit 11th July www.bigapple.org.uk Open Re-opening in 2015 – visit our website for details 20-21 June at Hereford College of Arts, College Road Campus, Hereford 6th – 7th June 4th – 6th September Visit website for individual contact details and vines Historical Hereford Day 17th – 18th October e [email protected] • Take the orienteering course or follow the way-marked walks, Admission FREE E7 h.Art – Herefordshire Art Week Hellens Garden Festival www.herefordcitycouncil.gov.uk Broome Farm Cider Festival w www.creativebreaks.co.uk taking in views of ancient trees, seasonal fauna, hill forts and valleys Art trail, discovering open studios, group exhibitions and galleries www.thegardenfestival.co.uk www.rosscider.com Cidermaking Festival 12-20 September at over 100 venues county wide 11th July www.cidermuseum.co.uk Arts and Crafts courses by expert professionals, all HEREFORDSHIRE GOLF CLUB across Herefordshire 13th – 21st June 12th – 20th September The Weir Map Reference D7 Mortimer Country Food Fair passionate about sharing their arts and crafts skills. Hereford Contemporary Craft Fair 13th – 15th November Courses in Herefordshire and surrounding counties. Herefordshire Walking Festival www.mortimercountry.co.uk h.Art Week Swainshill, near Hereford, HR4 7QF Ravens Causeway, Wormsley HR4 8LY High quality contemporary craft from professionally selected exhibitors www.walkingfestival.com Learn a new skill, explore your creativity. 18th – 19th July www.h-art.org.uk Hereford Contemporary t 01981 590509 e [email protected] t 01432 830219 w www.herefordshiregolfclub.co.uk 13-15 November at The Courtyard Centre for the Arts, Hereford For further information and details of courses visit 19th – 21st June 11th – 13th September Craft Fair Located 8 miles north of Hereford City. Be prepared to be stunned If you’re in the creative industry and looking to raise your profile Much Marcle Steam Rally www.h-craftfair.co.uk our website www.creativebreaks.co.uk • Unwind with a stroll in this riverside garden www.muchmarclesteamrally.com by the most glorious views and outstanding golf course. and sell direct? Get in touch! Linton Music Festival Bromyard Folk Festival with stunning views of the River Wye We are members of the Association of James Braid courses. www.lintonfestival.org 18th – 19th July www.bromyardfolkfestival.co.uk 12th December • Enjoy the spring bulbs, summer bloom and autumn colour Open See website for details 28th – 29th June 12th September • Discover Roman history, a refurbished glasshouse and garden Open Pro Shop open 8am-6pm Summer, 8am-4pm Winter [email protected], 01432 358232, www.brightstripe.co.uk Leominster & Hereford Leominster Victorian • Take the little ones on a garden trail or just sit back Brightstripe – Cultural Health CIC Enhancing well-being, specialising in visual arts, sports and physical activity Shobdon Food & Flying Festival Kite Festival Kington Show Christmas Market in a deckchair and relax GREEN FEES from £25 Summer D6 www.shobdonfestival.co.uk www.kitefestival.org.uk www.kingtonshow.co.uk www.leominstertowncouncil.gov.uk ADMISSION & FACILITIES SEE WEBSITE FOR DETAILS