Croft Castle And Parkland

History & Heritage

Croft Castle And Parkland

Croft Castle and Parkland (National Trust) sits deep in the heart of Herefordshire countryside surrounded by 1500 acres of historic woodland, farm and parkland.

This intimate house became the Croft family home before the Domesday Book. There are many compelling 20th century stories to uncover.

In the castle you can live life as Sir James Croft and find out how the family bought back their home in 1923. Explore the family photographs or sit and read through the auction catalogues. Look out for the 1950s photographs and memeorabilia which detail how Croft was at risk of demolition before 1957 and what it was like here then.

Big kids and little kids can find out or relive some 1950s games and toys in the family room, complete with costumes for dressing up.

Step outside and explore the working walled garden complete with historic orchards, vineyard and take a peak inside the 1908 glasshouse restoration project.

Look out for the Georgian stable block and uncover some of the stories of how horses were cared for during the war years.

Take a stroll through the parkland up to the Iron Age hill fort for far reaching views including the Brecon beacons or follow one of the woodland trails and find over 300 veteran trees along the way. Feeling energetic? Why not tackle the Orienteering course or let the little ones go wild in the natural and mini castle play areas.

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Spent the weekend visiting all the castles in Herefordshire. A worthwhile trip, thank you Guide2 for the help.

Jim

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Leominster HR6 9PW Yarpole, Leominster, Herefordshire, HR6 9PW, UK
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Meal Type

Snacks

Activities Available

Walking Route

Venue Features

Accept Credit Cards
Coffee Shop
Convenience Shop
Countryside Views
Dog Friendly
Open Gardens
Parking

Great For

Child Friendly
Groups

Essentials

Walk In

Price Range

£-££