Why Herefordshire?
Because this little corner of England is quietly smashing it on the food and drink scene. We’re talking vineyards that’ll rival anything you’ve sipped abroad, award-winning ciders from orchards you can actually stroll through, farm-to-table feasts where you know the cow by name (sometimes literally), and village pubs that could give the Michelin lot a run for their money.
Herefordshire isn’t flashy about it – it just does good food brilliantly. Which makes it a perfect match for a holiday that’s all about simple pleasures: good company, great views, and even better eats.
Your Foodie Safari Hit List
Forget the safari jeep – here, your trusty car (or bike, or even a canoe if you’re adventurous) is your ticket to a proper tasting tour of the county.
North Herefordshire – Tradition with a Twist
The Riverside at Aymestrey: A 16th-century pub with big eco-credentials. Seasonal, locally sourced menus you’ll dream about later.
White Heron Estate: Hop on an e-bike for a vineyard tour, sip British Cassis liqueur, and toast to the good life overlooking rolling hills.
Newton Court Cider: Learn why frost makes for better cider, then sample the goods straight from the source.
South Herefordshire – Cider Country Central
Ross-on-Wye Cider & Perry Co: 50+ handcrafted ciders, all made on-site. Yes, you might need a nap afterwards.
Wythall Estate Vineyard: Still and sparkling wines with a stunning 16th-century manor backdrop.
The New Inn: An award-winning pub where comfort food meets fine dining, country-style.
Golden Valley – Rustic and Raw (in the best way)
The Bull’s Head: Ingredient-led cooking and wine on tap. Need we say more?
Under the Nut Tree: Think long, smoky, slow-cooked feasts under a hazel tree.
Fair Oak Cider: Old-school cider making powered by a horse-drawn mill. History never tasted so good.
Where to Stay? Right Here.
After a long day of grazing (you’ll be grazing, trust us), you’ll need somewhere to flop. Our big, beautiful holiday homes – like The Anchor in Lydbrook or our other Wye Valley gems – are made for it.
Space for everyone: Sleeps up to30, so bring the whole gang (and the dog).
Pub vibes, holiday luxury: Some are converted inns with bars, big kitchens, roaring fires, and comfy corners for late-night chats over a bottle of Herefordshire’s finest.
The Wye Valley on your doorstep: Wake up to countryside views and head straight out for another day of tasting, sipping, and discovering.
Make It a Proper Feast of a Staycation
Whether you plan your own route or follow one of the local "food safari" trails, Herefordshire is a foodie wonderland waiting to be devoured.
So grab your mates, pack stretchy trousers, and rent yourself a holiday house where you can eat, drink, and be ridiculously merry. After all, calories don’t count on holiday, right?
