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Hereford Attractions in, Hereford
Hereford attractions, local Hereford attractions, Herefordshire England
Hereford Cathedral
Dominating the city since the 12thC
the cathedral is one of the oldest in England. During
the 13th and 14th centuries the
cathedral was extensively changed. The present cathedral
displays a great architectural range with its Norman
structure and and examples of Gothic, Early English,
Decorated, Perpendicular and Modern styles.
Mappa Mundi and Chained Library
The Mappa Mundi was drawn on a piece of vellum in about 1290 and shows a flat world with Jerusalem as its centre.The medieval map is a large scale illustrated manuscript. It records how 13thC scholars interpreted the world in spiritual as well as geographical terms .It is displayed with the famous Chained Library which contains a unique collection of 1 400 chained books and 227 manuscripts dating from the 8th to the 15thcenturies.
Eastnor castle
This splendid Georgian castle has a
fairytale setting with Deer Park, Lake and Arboretum.A
family home with tapestries, fine art, armour and furniture
from the Italianate and Gothic periods.Further attractions
include an Adventure Playground, Garden Centre and Children’s
Maze. Special events are also held and light lunches, cream
teas and ice creams are available.
Goodrich Castle Sited high above the River Wye, Goodrich Castle is a magnificent red sandstone castle standing three storeys high with a 12th century keep and extensive remains.
Hereford Museum and Art Gallery
Changing exhibitions on the county’s
heritage, including hands-on activities.
Churchill House Museum & Hatton
Gallery
Room settings of the Victorian period and
a costume gallery.The Hatton Gallery has woks of local
artist Brian Hatton who was killed in the first world war.
The Old House Museum, High Town
Built in 1621 The Old House is a fine
example of Jacobean architecture. Furnished in 17thC style.
St. John’s
Medieval Museum And Coningsby Hospital
The museum is the site of The Blackfriars
Monastery and is set in an attractive rose garden. Within
the garden is the stone Preaching Cross, one of the last
surviving examples of such a cross. The Coningsby Red Coat
Hospital was probably the model for The Chelsea Hospital in
London. The Museum explains the links between the Crusades,
the Knights Templar and the Hospitaller Knights.Many
interesting artefacts are to be found in the museum and the
chapel is still used today by the Order of St. John.
Waterworks Museum Broomy Hill, Hereford
A living museum telling the story of
drinking water. Working engines including the largest
triple-expansion steam engine in Britain. Children’s activities, Visitor Centre,
Refreshments, Picnic Area, Souvenirs, Parking.
Cider Museum & King Offa Distillery
Pomona Place, Whitecross Road, Hereford
Discover here the history of cider-making.
The first distillery licensed to produce cider brandyforover
200 years.
H P Bulmer Ltd
The Cider Mills, Plough Lane, Hereford
Cider production Tour- approx 2hrs. Tours
include refreshments, film,cider production tour and
tasting. Pre-booking essential.
Hagley Court Vineyard Bartestree, Hereford
Family-run vineyard with views of the
Black Mountains. Tastings of a wide range of wines.
Refreshments available.
Small Breeds Farm Park And Owl Centre
Kington, Herefordshire
Award-winning centre with a nearby herb
garden.
Cathedral Cruises Fern Cottage,
Shelwick, Hereford
River trips through the historic city of
Hereford. 40 minute cruise seeing the city and the River Wye.
Clearwell Caves
Near Coleford, Glos
The Royal Forest of Dean’s Iron Mining
Museum
These ancient iron mines tell the story of
Freemining in the Royal Forest of Dean.Impressive caves
where iron ore was mined for over 2 500 years.
