Things to do in Herefordshire....
The sky is a bit grey but the rain held off this weekend and there's plenty to do in Herefordshire. Follow the Black & White Trail or the Cider Route. Visit historic houses, local museums, castle ruins - an evocative reminder of early border strife - or gardens ranging from the delights of the traditional cottage garden to formal gardens with statuary and flowing water in a country house setting. Download one of our circular walks and stride out into the countryside or one of our group itineraries which work just as well for individuals and families - Castle & Gardens, All in a Day or Around the Black & White Villages.
Families are especially welcome in Herefordshire with a wealth of interesting animals and birds to visit and activities to enjoy. For other local events, see www.myherefordshire.com as well.
Request your copy of Discover Herefordshire 2010. Information on over 70 different attractions and activity operators is featured in the brochure, all with opening times, accessibility and admission prices.
Herefordshire offers the visitor 'retail therapy' in a relaxed, mainly traffic free environment. You'll find many independent smaller shops, which retain the old character of the market towns as well as High Street stores in Hereford. Best of all is the range of fresh local food & drink from Herefordshire producers.
Herefordshire is a haven for artists and craftmakers - textiles, ceramics, silver, wood - colours, textures and shapes of the future from makers of quality. Come to h.art week in September, when artists open studios, workshops and homes to the public or to the Contemporary Craft Fair in November. Search the Herefordshire Arts Market or perhaps unlock a secret ambition by taking a creative break, http://www.creativebreaks.co.uk/