Top Things to do in Herefordshire
What to do and see in Herefordshire, England: The Best Things to do Good for Kids
Discover the best top things to do in Herefordshire, United Kingdom including Small Breeds Farm Park and Owl Centre, St Mary the Virgin, St John Medieval Museum and Coningsby Hospital, Wynnes of Dinmore, Berrington Hall, Eastnor Castle, The Black and White House Museum, Brockhampton Estate, Goodrich Castle, Church Street.
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1. Small Breeds Farm Park and Owl Centre
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 743 reviews
Open everyday until the end of October Half Term 2021. We have one of the most comprehensive collections of owls in Europe, alongside an amazing variety of friendly miniature and rare breed animals. The 'hands on' experience is encouraged. A special parking area is provided for the disabled. A shaded parking area is set aside for dog owners. We recommend you phone ahead to clarify how to locate these. All display areas are accessible by wheelchair. Mobility scooters are available on free loan, booking ahead is advisable.
Reviewed By WeLoveHerefordshire
Located in beautiful Herefordshire countryside the Small Breeds Farm is a perfect place to spend the day. Brilliant for adults and families, there is a great selection of wonderful animals. The centre has a fantastic owl collection which is well laid out with informative signs. The rest of the animals are spread out throughout the farm, there are sheep, goats, llamas, pygmy goats, various other birds, donkeys, pigs, rabbits, chipmunks and a lovely water area with some giant tortoises nearby. It's a lovely relaxing place to enjoy the day particularly if the weather is good. You can feed some of the animals and get up close and personal. Many are free to roam around and are happy to interact with you. There is a cafe on site and a picnic area, so you can bring your own food or buy some home-made delights instead. Brilliant Covid measures are in place and there is a one way system through the park. Staff are really welcoming and helpful. Great value for money and lots of fun too.
2. St Mary the Virgin
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 41 reviews
Reviewed By nansus - Ludlow, United Kingdom
Very interesting church with tapestries , separate bell tower wich is fascinating . Well worth a visit , and a short walk to the river excellent location .
3. St John Medieval Museum and Coningsby Hospital
4. Wynnes of Dinmore
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 13 reviews
Welcome to Wynnes of Dinmore! Traditionally Farmers (for 5 generations, in fact) who have always resided in Hope-Under-Dinmore, in November 2015 the Wynne Family diversified and created the Wynnes Country Store you see today. Where you can see and purchase pygmy goats, Alpacas, Chickens and more! Including a gift shop and well-stocked supply section for your pet & livestock needs. The quality-proven housing they provide, is manufactured on site by their own carpenters, who can also create bespoke builds to suit every garden and smallholding. Additionally, in amongst their team are two SQP’s (Suitably Qualified Person) who can supply animal medicinal products and advice. Wynnes have long been successful public suppliers of poultry and livestock, equipment, housing and feed along with advice (based on 25 years of experience) and have built a worthy reputation from this. They pride themselves on strong customer service and feedback and are always available for help and advice. Welcome
5. Berrington Hall
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 940 reviews
Created as the perfect house in the perfect setting, Berrington has many secrets to uncover. Here in one of Henry Holland’s first houses, you can explore the family rooms and walk in the servants’ footsteps down the back stairs, moving around the house unseen by the family and guests. You will find out what happened to William Kemp, LordCawley’s butler, and discover the anguish of a grieving mother during the First World War. Alternatively why not join a below-stairs tour to see if you would have liked being a servant at Berrington?
Reviewed By SAMMYSUNBLESS
Enjoyed my visit, the Avenue decorated with Christmas puddings, the entrance was welcoming nice decorations, servants quarters decorated, lots to see, carriage rides, bookshop, tea rooms, plenty of walks
6. Eastnor Castle
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 546 reviews
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. Besides being a fascinating visitor attraction, the Castle fulfils other roles as an exclusive-use wedding venue, corporate and team building venue, as well as a venue for product launches and location filming. Business or private parties can stay in the castle’s beautiful bedrooms and our highly professional team is on hand to organise every aspect of your visit.
Reviewed By lisajane2305 - Rotherham, United Kingdom
We visited Eastnor Castle on a recent short holiday in the Malverns - we are a family of four with two teenagers and a small dog. I don’t have enough positive things to say about our visit - we loved it! - there is plenty of free parking - you can take a picnic and games, find a spot in the grounds and stay all day - lovely toilets - little cafe and ice cream parlour - big adventure playground and maze - beautiful walk around the lake - very clean and well maintained But best of all is that the site and castle are all dog friendly! We were able to tour the inside of the castle and take our dog with us - which is a rare treat and should be commended. I wish more places allowed this. The castle is beautiful. I would highly recommend Eastnor Castle for a day out - well done to everyone involved
7. The Black and White House Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 262 reviews
A Jacobean merchants shop in the heart of Herefords high town. Come and get a flavour of life in the 17th century and browse our selection of unique and unusual gifts in our shop. Entry prices: Adults £3 Children £2 (under 5's free) Families (2 adults, 3 Children) £9.50 Annual pass: Adult £10
Reviewed By sandraread47 - Clacton-on-Sea, United Kingdom
Two extremely helpful young men were manning the desk. The exhibits were of excellent quality, and the information boards ideal. Got completely lost in time. Really good value at £3.50. Felt I had really stepped back in time in the lovely atmosphere of the House
8. Brockhampton Estate
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 441 reviews
Reviewed By 560philipm - London, United Kingdom
This is a spectacular National Trust property with a fascinating medieval manor house set in beautiful countryside. On arrival, there is a short drive to a cafe and parking area. Cars can be left here and there is a pleasant walk through woodland and fields for about 1500m to the manor house. Alternatively cars can be driven on a narrow road to a second parking area close to the house. Remember that if you choose to walk, then it is uphill on the way back! At the manor house there is the main house, a small gatehouse and a ruined chapel. There is also interesting displays and a coffee area in the stables area. Do go exploring the gatehouse - you can climb up some steep stairs to the upper room - it seems that most visitors just hurry though the gatehouse to get to the main house. Here there is the medieval hall, with old timber framing and a minstrels gallery (climb some steep stairs to the gallery and then go on to other rooms in the house). Each room is set out in a different era of the properties history, finishing with a 1950's lounge. There is a model house that children can put together to discover how the timber framing works. The estate covers about 1700 acres and there are plenty of signed walks so it is easy to sped all day at the Brockhampton Estate.
9. Goodrich Castle
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,130 reviews
Reviewed By Daveshent - Leek, United Kingdom
Great castle visit for all ages, book in advance to ensure you get a time allocation, the visit is self directed but numbers controlled for social distancing, Its is a great castle in a wonderful location, lots of information boards bring alive the past and its easy to visualise what life was like and the history of the castle, there are some guides on hand for further detail, if its a nice day take a pic-nic and sit on he mat laws for a lovely lunch to soak up the surroundings. A great day out for all ages.
10. Church Street
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 203 reviews
Reviewed By ejjg
Such a delightful street, with a tudor school house, butcher's row shop and an Elizabethan painted room just around the corner. Wonderful church at top of street a charming mix of Tudor and Georgian. The Malthouse cafe has great coffee, interesting cakes, tasty breakfast and lunch - we go there regularly and the Prince of Wales pub has good food and drink, atmosphere,wide range of gins. Always seems to be busy, popular and welcoming.
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