Tel: 0118 971 4700
Black and White Village Trail
Leominster Tourist Information Centre
1 Corn Square
Leominster
Herefordshire
HR6 8LR
United Kingdom
Tel: 01568 616460
Herefordshire is characterised by picturesque villages with distinctive black and white architecture on the timbered buildings. The Black and White Village Trail is a pleasant circular drive taking in some of these quaint places in Herefordshire; starting in Leominster, the trail takes in Dilwyn, Weobley, Kinnersley, Eardisley, Kington and Pembridge among others. Further information and maps of the route are available from Leominster Tourist Information Centre.
Leominster Tourist Information Centre
1 Corn Square
Leominster
Herefordshire
HR6 8LR
United Kingdom
Tel: 01568 616460
Herefordshire is characterised by picturesque villages with distinctive black and white architecture on the timbered buildings. The Black and White Village Trail is a pleasant circular drive taking in some of these quaint places in Herefordshire; starting in Leominster, the trail takes in Dilwyn, Weobley, Kinnersley, Eardisley, Kington and Pembridge among others. Further information and maps of the route are available from Leominster Tourist Information Centre.
Brockhampton Estate
Greenfields
Bringsty
Herefordshire
WR6 5TB
United Kingdom
Tel: 01885 482077
Brockhampton Estate in Herefordshire is protected by the National Trust, and is a collection of superbly preserved medieval farm buildings around a 14th century moated manor house. There is also a crooked gatehouse and an enchanting ruin of a Norman chapel, and the surrounding grounds and woodlands provide miles of peaceful walks and trails.
Greenfields
Bringsty
Herefordshire
WR6 5TB
United Kingdom
Tel: 01885 482077
Brockhampton Estate in Herefordshire is protected by the National Trust, and is a collection of superbly preserved medieval farm buildings around a 14th century moated manor house. There is also a crooked gatehouse and an enchanting ruin of a Norman chapel, and the surrounding grounds and woodlands provide miles of peaceful walks and trails.
Eastnor Castle
Ledbury
Herefordshire
HR8 1RL
United Kingdom
Tel: 01531 633160
Eastnor Castle is a superb castle near Ledbury in Herefordshire, in the wonderful Malvern Hills, and is the family home of the Hervey-Bathursts. Although Norman in appearance, Eastnor Castle actually dates from 1810 and took 10 years to build completely. Today it is a popular venue for weddings and corporate events, and guided tours are available, as well as access to the castle’s beautiful grounds.
Ledbury
Herefordshire
HR8 1RL
United Kingdom
Tel: 01531 633160
Eastnor Castle is a superb castle near Ledbury in Herefordshire, in the wonderful Malvern Hills, and is the family home of the Hervey-Bathursts. Although Norman in appearance, Eastnor Castle actually dates from 1810 and took 10 years to build completely. Today it is a popular venue for weddings and corporate events, and guided tours are available, as well as access to the castle’s beautiful grounds.
Hereford Cathedral
Cathedral Close
Hereford
Herefordshire
HR1 2NG
United Kingdom
Tel: 01432 374200
The Cathedral Church of St Mary the Virgin and St Ethelbert the King occupies a central location in the city, overlooking the River Wye. There has been a place of worship on the site currently occupied by Hereford Cathedral since the 9th century, although the current building is a remarkable example of Norman architecture with a number of additions and alterations made over the centuries. The cathedral contains a 13th century Mappa Mundi in its superb library.
Cathedral Close
Hereford
Herefordshire
HR1 2NG
United Kingdom
Tel: 01432 374200
The Cathedral Church of St Mary the Virgin and St Ethelbert the King occupies a central location in the city, overlooking the River Wye. There has been a place of worship on the site currently occupied by Hereford Cathedral since the 9th century, although the current building is a remarkable example of Norman architecture with a number of additions and alterations made over the centuries. The cathedral contains a 13th century Mappa Mundi in its superb library.
Hampton Court Gardens
Hope-under-Dinmore
Leominster
Herefordshire
HR6 0PN
United Kingdom
Tel: 01568 797777
Hampton Court is a superbly preserved castle on the banks of the River Lugg in Herefordshire, and is set amid some 1000 acres of woodland and gardens. Originally founded by Henry IV, the elegant 15th century castle has been restored and is open to the public. The Van Kampen Gardens are also worth a visit, and the 12 acres of flowers, plants and shrubs are recognised as one of the UK’s best new gardens.
Hope-under-Dinmore
Leominster
Herefordshire
HR6 0PN
United Kingdom
Tel: 01568 797777
Hampton Court is a superbly preserved castle on the banks of the River Lugg in Herefordshire, and is set amid some 1000 acres of woodland and gardens. Originally founded by Henry IV, the elegant 15th century castle has been restored and is open to the public. The Van Kampen Gardens are also worth a visit, and the 12 acres of flowers, plants and shrubs are recognised as one of the UK’s best new gardens.
Hergest Croft Gardens
Ridgebourne Road
Kington
Herefordshire
HR5 3EG
United Kingdom
Tel: 01544 230160
Hergest Croft Gardens makes a wonderful family day out, and is close to Kington in Herefordshire. There are four distinct gardens covering more than 500 acres, in what has been described as one of the finest collections of trees and shrubs in the UK, with rare plants and shrubs, a kitchen garden and a superb array of azaleas. There is also a tearoom, a gift shop and a shop selling plants for your own garden.
Ridgebourne Road
Kington
Herefordshire
HR5 3EG
United Kingdom
Tel: 01544 230160
Hergest Croft Gardens makes a wonderful family day out, and is close to Kington in Herefordshire. There are four distinct gardens covering more than 500 acres, in what has been described as one of the finest collections of trees and shrubs in the UK, with rare plants and shrubs, a kitchen garden and a superb array of azaleas. There is also a tearoom, a gift shop and a shop selling plants for your own garden.
The Lion Gallery
Broad Street
Leominster
Herefordshire
HR6 8BT
United Kingdom
Tel: 01568 611898
The Lion Gallery can be found in the historic town of Leominster, and since opening in 1995 has showcased the contemporary crafts and fine artworks of artists from Herefordshire and the Welsh Borders. A fascinating collection of jewellery, ceramics, glass, textiles, original prints, photographs and paintings are joined by a programme of frequently changing special exhibitions.
Broad Street
Leominster
Herefordshire
HR6 8BT
United Kingdom
Tel: 01568 611898
The Lion Gallery can be found in the historic town of Leominster, and since opening in 1995 has showcased the contemporary crafts and fine artworks of artists from Herefordshire and the Welsh Borders. A fascinating collection of jewellery, ceramics, glass, textiles, original prints, photographs and paintings are joined by a programme of frequently changing special exhibitions.
Weston’s Cider Visitor Centre
The Bounds
Much Marcle
Herefordshire
HR8 2NQ
United Kingdom
Tel: 01531 660233
Weston’s Cider is one of the UK’s most famous cider makers, and has been producing its range of cider and perry at its brewery in Much Marcle for more than 125 years. ‘The Bounds’ is a 400-year-old farm house amid the apple and pear orchards, and here you will find the Weston’s Visitors’ Centre, where visitors can gain an insight into how Weston’s operate, as well as taking in the garden and museum, tea rooms, and meeting the dray horses.
The Bounds
Much Marcle
Herefordshire
HR8 2NQ
United Kingdom
Tel: 01531 660233
Weston’s Cider is one of the UK’s most famous cider makers, and has been producing its range of cider and perry at its brewery in Much Marcle for more than 125 years. ‘The Bounds’ is a 400-year-old farm house amid the apple and pear orchards, and here you will find the Weston’s Visitors’ Centre, where visitors can gain an insight into how Weston’s operate, as well as taking in the garden and museum, tea rooms, and meeting the dray horses.