12 Top Attractions And Things To Do In Herefordshire

Explore a rural paradise with great family attractions and discover all the brilliant things to do in Herefordshire for wonderful days out with the kids, family and friends. The West Midlands is brimming with countryside and culture. Make sure you have your phones charged because you are going to need that battery loaded to explore and capture some of Herefordshire’s most instagramable images of outstanding natural beauty.

You can literally walk through history from Hampton Court Castle to Tudor Manors and pause in Hereford Cathedral to gape at the treasured Mappa Mundi.

Eclectic festivals in Herefordshire are famed far and wide for their range of local food and drink, and country music. Rich in history and heritage, culture and spectacular views, you will not regret your visit to Herefordshire towns. Why not enjoy one or all of the three cider trails one in the north, one in the south, and one in the west, each can be enjoyed on a bike or by car. Wheely Wonderful Cycling offer a two-day cider cycling tour.

If you’re up for some walking, then one of the best places to stretch your legs are the Malvern Hills, stretching through Worcestershire and into Herefordshire. On a clear day you’ll have uninterrupted views of Wales and the Midlands – a vast patchwork quilt of land reaching out for 30 miles or more.

Take a look at our top attractions in Herefordshire and be transported to some lovely market towns like Ledbury, where old half-timbered houses lean in across cobbled lanes, or Ross on Wye, where an ancient town nestles around panoramic views of the River Wye.

Are you simply looking for a fun day out for you and your pooch? Look no further! We’ve got plenty of ideas for dog-friendly activities to enjoy and places to visit with your pup in Herefordshire.

Famous Museum In Hereford

Full of history of cider making, apples milled & pressed to produce cider, shop, tea room......

Workshops

Exploring creativity, working with clay for individuals, groups, education & organisations......

Largest Surviving Chained Library

Contains about 1,500 books, dating from around the year 800......

One of the world’s unique medieval treasures

Scholars believe it was made around the year 1300 & shows the history, geography & destiny of humanity......

English Heritage

One of the finest and best preserved of all English medieval castles......

Indoor Activities

Tenpin bowling is a great family activity that can be enjoyed by the whole family in all weathers....

Herefordshire's Cultural Creative Hub

Varied live, film & visual arts programme, a thriving youth theatre......

Art Gallery, Pembridge

Sources the best in handmade British contemporary fine arts & crafts......

History and Heritage

There is so much more to see than just big engines .....

Outdoor Activities

6 miles of carefully managed trails, encourages drivers to push both the vehicle & themselves.......

Country Park

Only designated country park in Herefordshire, perfect place for a relaxing walk with a range of attractions......

Castle & Events

Historic house full of medieval armour, arboretum, lake, walks, trails & varied events......