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Titley Pool Nature Reserve. This is one of many naturally formed lakes at the end of the Ice Age situated between Kington and Shobdon. The pool is one of the largest areas of natural waters in Herefordshire.It attracts many varieties of wildlife on the lakes and in the forests surrounding it. It can be difficult to find map reference SO 325595. It is always open to the public and has a viewing hide that can be used. Kinsham Gorge, Herefordshire. The course of the River Lugg was diverted at the end of the last Ice Age when glacial moraine blocked it's course south of Shobdon Hill. A large lake formed between Byton and Presteigne. Eventually, the river burst through, creating the beautiful Kinsham Gorge. A bridleway runs from the village along the gorge to Deerfold. Nice for paddling in the summer! .jpg) Wapley Hill Fort. Situated between the villages of Shobdon and Coombe lies this ancient Iron Age Hill Fort. A lovely walk with breathtaking views at the top, with plenty to explore amongst the forests and clearings.A favourite for cyclists and horse riders and is part of the Herefordshire Trail.   Queenswood, Leominster Queenswood Arboretum is the middle of 67 acres of Queenswood Country Park sitting on the top of Dinmore Hill at the centre of the beautiful Herefordshire landscape. At Queenswood there is a collection of Californian Redwoods (which grow to over 100 metres tall in their native America), an avenue of 40 different species of Oak and the Autumn Garden where Japanese Maples display their spectacular coloured foliage in late October. Disabled Toilets, Licensed Cafe/Restaurant ,Parking on Site .Open Dawn to Dusk. Picnic areas with barbecues and a great childrens adventure play area. More details... Cycle the Black and White Trail. For something a little different and also keeping you fit why not try the cycle trail of the Black and White villages. There are two options of either 9 or 15 miles. See the route below. Leisure Cycle Ride.(pdf format) .jpg) The Herefordshire Cider Route: Throughout Herefordshire there is a strong tradition of farm cider-making. You will find an incredible 9,500 acres of Cider Orchards in Herefordshire growing by more than 600 acres a year. Well over half the Cider drunk in the UK is produced in Herefordshire. What better way to explore these than by bike travelling through the Herefordshire countryside. Leaflets and maps can be downloaded here. The Cider Route Food Safaris, Tours and Adventures ……… Herefordshire, Shropshire, Worcestershire and Wales on a Plate............ These fully-chauffeured Food Safaris visit small-scale, local food producers, farmers and artisans: magical mystery tours and food adventures discovering the area’s food and drink heritage and culture through walks, talks, tastings and demonstrations. Days out visiting local food producers, farmers and artisans. Discover their special crafts, sample their food and drink and take home more than a memory. An "on a plate" food tour includes morning coffee, lunch ‘off the beaten track’ and afternoon tea at an award-winning tea-shop plus an in-car goodie hamper and all transport from and to the agreed meeting point. These are bespoke days out for four to six people and can be tailored to your own specialist interests or chosen area. They cost £120.00 each person up to six people. Visit our specialist website www.foodtourism.co.uk .jpg) .jpg) |