Herefordshire

Properties and events in Herefordshire

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'Make a Tudor House' Art Workshop at the Master's House, Ledbury

The Master's House, St. Katherines, High Street, Ledbury, Herefordshire, HR8 1EA
In person
Pre-booking not required

Build you own Tudor House just like the magnificent original Hall House of the Master's House.

’The Leominster Ducking Stool – exploring the centuries-old history of an instrument of punishment’

Church Street, Leominster, Herefordshire, HR6 8NH
In person
Pre-booking not required

Discover how Leominster's Rare Surviving Ducking Stool Played a Key Part in Medieval Law Enforcement.

16th Century Painted Room, Ledbury

Town Council Office, 1 Church Street, Ledbury, Herefordshire, HR8 1DH
In person
Pre-booking not required

16th Century Wall Paintings were discovered in the late 20th century. Ask questions of the guides. Display cabinets and information boards. Children's activities.

A Poetic Heritage

Barrett Browning Institute, Bye Street, Ledbury, Herefordshire, HR8 2AA
In person
Pre-booking preferred

Come and explore the historic Poetry House and be part of re-imagining its future.

A Stitch in Time.... (Threads of the Past, Flowers of the Future)

Berrington Hall, Berrington, Leominster, Herefordshire, HR6 0DW
In person
Pre-booking not required

A costume & textiles installation inspired by the Court Mantua dress & the gardens and architecture of Berrington Hall. An eclectic fusion of items, garment construction & experimental textiles intertwine to create a vision that inspires & intrigues.

A Tour of St Mary Magdalene Church Leintwardine looking at the recently recorded evidence for its early history.

St Mary Magdalene Church, Church Street, Leintwardine, Craven Arms, Herefordshire, SY7 0LD
In person
Pre-booking required

An explanation of recent research based on new evidence challenging previous assessments including the view of Royal Commission (Herefordshire).

Arthur's Stone Guided Tours

Arthur's Stone Lane, Dorstone, Hereford, Herefordshire, HR3 6AX
In person
Pre-booking required

Join our knowledgeable volunteers for a fascinating tour of Arthur's Stone and its landscape

Berrington Hall

Berrington Hall, Berrington, Leominster, Herefordshire, HR6 0DW
In person
Pre-booking not required

Enjoy a day out to Berrington Hall without entry fees. Explore the Georgian mansion, walled garden, brand new flower garden, play area, tearoom and parkland.

Brockhampton

National Trust Brockhampton, Bringsty, Bromyard, Herefordshire, WR6 5TB
In person
Pre-booking not required

A charming medieval manor house set within the largest orchard cared for by the National Trust, Brockhampton boasts over 600 years of history and 1,700 acres of woodland, parkland and farmland, making for the perfect day out this Heritage Open Day.

Burgage Hall, Ledbury (former Congregational Chapel)

Chapel Alley, High Street, Ledbury, Herefordshire, HR8 1DW
In person
Pre-booking not required

A Hidden Gem! - Discover the Burgage Hall, up a tiny alleyway in the centre of town and a living remnant of history from when this building was originally a black and white Congregational chapel. It was rebuilt in 1852 in an austere classical style.

Butcher Row House Museum, Ledbury

Church Lane, Ledbury, Herefordshire, HR8 1DW
In person
Pre-booking not required

The House that has Moved Twice! This fascinating folk museum measures only 5m square, on two floors. Today it can be found in a pretty courtyard and has local exhibits including a selection of Victorian christening robes and rare musical instruments.

Chapel at Ledbury Cemetery, Ledbury

Ledbury Cemetery, New Street, Ledbury, Herefordshire, HR8 2EL
In person
Pre-booking not required

The new Cemetery and its two chapels in New Street date from the 1860s, the chapels being designed by London architect Frederick Cockerill using local stone with Bath stone dressings. Visitors will also have access to the Burial Books.

Clodock Mill

Clodock Mill, Longtown, Hereford, Herefordshire, HR2 0PD
In person
Pre-booking not required

Visit a traditional working watermill, grinding corn in a picturesque corner of Herefordshire.

Croft Castle and Parkland

Croft Castle, Yarpole, Yarpole, Herefordshire, HR6 9PW
In person
Pre-booking not required

Enjoy a free family day out at Croft Castle and Parkland. Discover over 1000 years of history in the castle, miles of way-marked walks through the parkland, and trees laden with fruit in the walled garden.

Discovering Ledbury Bell Tower

Church Road, Ledbury, Herefordshire, HR8 1DR
In person
Pre-booking required

You will explore the tower, learn about the history and practice of bellringing and be able to take part in simple practical exercises.

Domesday Book at the Market House

The Market House, High Street, Ledbury, Herefordshire, HR8 1DH
In person
Pre-booking not required

Read through the County edition of the Domesday Book in one of the towns most iconic landmarks: the 17th-century Market House. This County Edition of Great Domesday Book is limited to one thousand copies!!

Eastnor Castle

Eastnor Castle, Eastnor, Ledbury, Herefordshire, HR8 1RL
In person
Pre-booking required

Visit Eastnor Castle, the home of the Hervey-Bathurst family and discover the grandeur of the rooms with a guided tour. Enjoy a stroll around the grounds afterwards and marvel at the magnificent trees in the arboretum, alongside a breath-taking lake.

Explore the secrets of Rotherwas Chapel and its Pugin Interior

Rotherwas Chapel, Chapel Road, Rotherwas, Hereford, Herefordshire, HR2 6LD
In person
Pre-booking required

Enjoy an exclusive free tour and find out about the secrets of Rotherwas Chapel and its Pugin Interior

Goodrich Castle Free Admissions Day

Goodrich, Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire, HR9 6HY
In person
Pre-booking not required

As part of the 2025 Heritage Open Days Festival Goodrich Castle will be offering a free admissions day

Guided Walk - Building Hereford Through the Ages

West Front, Hereford Cathedral, Cathedral Close, Hereford, Herefordshire, HR1 2NG
In person
Pre-booking not required

A guided walk highlighting historic architecture in the City Centre