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Hereford Museum and Art Gallery
Hereford Museum and Art Gallery, housed in a spectacular Victorian gothic building, has been exhibiting artefacts and works of fine and decorative art connected with the local area since 1874. Although the exterior of the building has changed very little the museum and gallery have kept up with the times. The exhibitions begin in the foyer of the...
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Hereford Leisure Centre
Hereford Leisure Centre has just had a multi million pound refurbishment including a brand new indoor soft play area and a regional gymnastic centre. CENTRE ACTIVITIES Gym Exercise Classes Personal training Racket Sports Sports hall Golf All weather pitches Indoor tennis Grass pitches - football & cricket ...
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Shortwood Family Farm
a great day out in beautiful Herefordshire and a must for animal lovers young and old! We are open during local school holidays and weekends. Weekdays during school term time can be booked for school parties and adult groups. Open for spring half term from Sat 23rd May till Sun 31st May. Sheep shearing on Monday 25th May. Open for the...
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Wye Butterfly Zoo
The success of the Wye Valley BUTTERFLY ZOO brings good news for winter visitors to the Wye Valley. The all-weather capability of the Butterfly Zoo is expected to remain popular even in the worst conditions, and the shops of the two attractions will also be combined to give an outstanding specialty shopping opportunity. how you can attract...
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Owl Centre
A magical place to experience animals, birds, and owls. Visit us once and you will come again, year after year. Enjoy a few hours of pure simple pleasure in an enchanting place where the rest of the world just doesn't seem to exist. Small Breeds Farm Park and Owl Centre Kington, Herefordshire. We are now open EVERY DAY of the year, bar one -...
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Eastnor Castle
Eastnor Castle, in the dramatic setting of the Malvern Hills and surrounded by a beautiful deer park, arboretum and lake - is the home of the Hervey-Bathurst family. "I hope you will enjoy your visit to our website and get an impression of what Eastnor has to offer. Besides being a fascinating visitor attraction, the Castle fulfils...
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Goodrich Castle
Goodrich stands majestically on a wooded hill commanding the passage of the River Wye into the picturesque valley of Symonds Yat. The castle was begun in the late 11th century, by the English thegn Godric who gave it his name. A generation later the splendidly preserved square keep which still forms its core was added, probably in the time of...
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Kinnersley Castle
Kinnersley Castle was one of the many Marches castles sited by the Normans along the Welsh border. As seen today it is predominantly the remodelled Elizabethan manor house of the Vaughan family, which houses various fine oak panelled rooms and the original 1588 plasterwork ceiling of the Solar. For images of the Castle & grounds see the...
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Hereford Leisure Pool
"There's much more to Hereford Leisure Pool than swimming, although there's plenty of splashing around too! Our friendly staff will make you welcome whatever you visit for".
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Teddy Bears of Bromyard
Upstairs is the shop with a Victorian frontage and some great toys for sale and downstairs is their delightful museum. There is both a dolls and a teddy bear hospital together with hundreds exhibits .
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Broomy Hill Miniature Railway
The society was started in Hereford in 1962, with the aim of building a miniature railway. The society has grown over the years and now has its own multi-purpose site at Broomy Hill, catering for all forms of model engineering. All popular gauges of model locomotives are catered for with both a raised and a ground level track....
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Oaker Wood Leisure
Welcome to Oaker Wood Leisure! Situated on the Herefordshire/Shropshire and Worcestershire border, our world of adventurous outdoor activities is set in 175 acres of mature woodland, complete with two scenic lakes. Each activity is based in its own exclusive area ensuring you can experience the great outdoors away from the crowds.
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Grandstand - Hereford
Recently revamped, this Hungry Horse offers the full range of facilities and standards of service to make you feel like visiting us again and again.
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SYMONDS YAT WEST AMUSEMENT PARK
SYMONDS YAT WEST AMUSEMENT PARK is situated on the bank of the river in the heart of the beautiful Wye Valley, providing a day out for all ages and tastes. The amusement park offers hours of enjoyment, fun and excitement on the fairground rides and arcades. For energetic youngsters, there is probably the finest indoor and outdoor adventure...
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Kingfisher River Cruises
Symonds Yat is world famous for its natural river scenery. The river winds its way through Symonds Yat gorge and village, dividing it into east and west. Our trips which last around 35 minutes start at 11am and go on until sunset. A full commentary is provided, telling of the natural beauty and history of he area. Evening trips with bar and buffet...
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Museum of Mazes
hedge maze, with a romantic temple at the centre and over a kilometre of hedge planted by Lindsay and Edward Heyes in 1977. Find your way then play! The maze is a great place to play tag with all the family. Not up to running around? Play by stealth! There’s a viewing platform for calling directions... but who do you trust? It’s...
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Play Planet - Hereford
Play Planet is Hereford’s only indoor children’s play centre, offering a three tier space themed soft play experience. * trampoline beds * zip wires * ball cannon area * traverse climbing wall * mirror maze *...
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TGS Tenpin Bowling - Hereford
All 17 of our lanes are fitted with children's bumpers to help the youngsters stay on target. All of our lanes are genuine wood unlike many bowling centres which are now synthetic.
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Paddles and Pedals Canoe Hire
We invite you to 'get away from it all' and discover the beauty of the River Wye. The Wye is one of the most beautiful rivers in the British Isles and one of the few you can navigate, without restriction, for over 100 miles. It meanders through picturesque countryside to where it joins the River Severn at Chepstow and is well populated with...
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Amazing Hedge Puzzle
PLAY AND LEARN Planted over twenty years ago by brothers Lindsay and Edward Heyes, the fun of the aMazing Hedge Puzzle has made it Herefordshire's most popular private tourist attraction. HISTORY People from all over the world have enjoyed finding out about mazes through the millennia. By making your own labyrinths you too can follow in...
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Herefordshire Raceway - Weobley
Herefordshire Raceway is a 600 metre outdoor track, located near the village of Weobley, and surrounded by beautiful Herefordshire countryside. It's the perfect place to experience go-karting, whether it's a fun day out, a launching pad to greater things, or as the thrill of a lifetime. Drivers are welcome on an arrive and drive basis, as...
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Llama Trekking at Old King Street Farm - Hereford
Llama Trekking with the Golden Valley Llamas herd. Take a llama trek in Herefordshire or the Black Mountains of Wales Visit the book town of Hay-on-Wye, the Cathedral city of Hereford which houses the largest chained library in the world and the Mappa Mundi, the market towns of Abergavenny, Ross, Monmouth, Ludlow and Chepstow Walk on a long...
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Hereford Paintballing
The group activity which beats all others. Played across varied terrain and incorporating a wide selection of game scenarios, paintball provides a "rush" unlike any other activity. Stealth and cunning are as important as a quick trigger finger as you and your team-mates try to break down your opponents defences to successfully complete...
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Queenswood Country Park
Queenswood is the only designated Country Park in the County, it is home to a 67 acre tree collection (arboretum) with over 1,200 rare and exotic trees from all over the world and 103 acres of semi-natural ancient woodland which is designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) and Local Nature Reserve (LNR).
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Herefordshire Nature Trust - Tupsley
Herefordshire Nature Trust is the largest membership-based wildlife organisation in the area, dedicated to inspiring people about wildlife, acting as a wildlife champion , creating wildlife havens and encouraging sustainable living . The Trust covers the county of Herefordshire and works closely with neighbouring Wildlife Trusts in...
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Court Farm and Leisure - Mountainboarding - Tillington
Court Farm and Leisure has Fishing Lakes, Farm Shop & Pick Your Own and a Mountain Board Centre. Mountainboarding is a fun, safe, and easy to learn activity that anyone can enjoy. Starting with simple board control, our ATBA-UK qualified instructors will teach you how to start, turn and stop a mountainboard. Lessons can be 1-2-1 tuition...
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Manic Ceramics - Hereford
Manic Ceramics pottery painting studio is located in the centre of Hereford City. We have parking adjacent (for your satnav The West Street Car Park postcode is HR4 0BX). We have recently moved to our lovely new premises in order to display our ever increasing ranges – most of which are made by our sister pottery right here in Hereford....
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Glazydayz Pottery
With over 400 items of pottery to choose from, we have the largest range of any Pottery-Painting Studio in the three counties of Herefordshire, Worcestershire, & Gloucestershire. Our spacious studio seats up to 40, so we're great for large groups as well as smaller ones. We're fully accessible if you rely on wheels to get you...
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Newbridge Farm Park
This great wealth of experience has enabled us to create a little paradise here on the borders of the three counties that enables families and groups to have fun, safe, quality time together with our friendly animals, activities and play areas. As usual nothing stays the same for long here. Our new Playbarn has been going down well with all our...
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River Severn and Meadows Attractions
River Severn and Meadows - a beautiful spot by the river, with plenty of open green space for the whole family to enjoy. But that is not all - there are many activities available by the river, including boats to hire, a modern and exciting children’s play area, river cruises, crazy golf, a putting green, go-karts, a paddling pool, plus many...
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Time Machine Museum
Welcome to the finest collection of Television Science Fiction props and costumes in the GALAXY !! A visit to this permanent Museum really is a MUST for fans of Television Science Fiction with items from lots of different shows all under one roof, with ONE admission charge to see them all! Get up close to lots of actual screen used props and...
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Paintball Hereford
The group activity which beats all others. Played across varied terrain and incorporating a wide selection of game scenarios, paintball provides a "rush" unlike any other activity. Stealth and cunning are as important as a quick trigger finger as you and your team-mates try to break down your opponents defences to successfully complete...
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Wye Valley Aviation
Enjoy the experience of a lifetime on one of our Champagne Balloon Flights over the beautiful Wye Valley. We only fly small groups for a truly friendly and personal service. More than 30 years experience Civil Aviation Authority Certified Operator Short notice flights In flight photos Flights from £135.00 per person Call...
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Jungle Mania - Hereford
For children and parents a enjoy a clean, safe environment in which to learn and enjoy the play facilities and refreshents. Soft play frame, different toddlers soft play area / frame, disco room, indoor football/basketball pitches and children's parties catered to.
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Halo Leisure - Wigmore
JumpINGym Soft Play We are delighted to launch our new soft play area at Leominster and Hereford which gives your children the chance to play, party, learn and explore. The beauty of JumpInGym is you get to supervise in comfort, while they get to enjoy their own mini workout, learn new skills (social, risk taking, co-ordination, communication)...
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Eastnor Pottery - Ledbury
We offer a wide range of activities and events for children, young people and families. Themed pottery workshops take place every school holiday, please see our website for further info! Sessions are designed for 4-8yrs & 9-12yrs and include either a go on the potter’s wheel or work with coloured slips. Themed, pottery sessions for 4yrs...
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EDVIN LOACH OLD CHURCH
The ruins of a church built within the earthworks of a Norman motte and bailey castle.
BEFORE YOU GO
Parking: Parking is available in the small area used by the parish church.
Groups and Schools: The site is approached via a narrow lane which is unsuitable for coaches.
Facilities: Edvin Loach is isolated with no nearby...
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WIGMORE CASTLE
Once the stronghold of the turbulent Mortimer family, Wigmore Castle was later dismantled to prevent its use during the Civil War. Now it is among the most remarkable ruins in England, largely buried up to first floor level by earth and fallen masonry. Yet many of its fortifications survive to full height, including parts of the keep on its...
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Arthur's Stone
Arthur's Stone is an atmospheric Neolithic burial chamber made of great stone slabs, set in the hills above Herefordshire's Golden Valley. Like many prehistoric monuments in western England and Wales, this tomb has been linked to King Arthur since before the 13th century. According to legend, it was here that Arthur slew a giant who left the...
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Rotherwas Chapel
Rotherwas was the family chapel of the Roman Catholic Bodenham family. The originally simple medieval building has a fine Elizabethan timber roof, a rebuilt 18th century tower, and striking Victorian interior decoration and furnishings by the Pugins. Read more about the history of the chapel. The site is managed in association with The...
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Educational and creative attractions for all ages of kids and adults including a jaunt to the theatre for the more dramatic kids :) can be found here in or near Hereford so why not try some of these suggestions we have listed near this area: