The 10 Best Budget-friendly Things to do in Hereford, England

July 25, 2021 Karren Gelb

Hereford (/ˈhɛrɪfərd/ ( listen)) is a cathedral city, civil parish and county town of Herefordshire, England. It lies on the River Wye, approximately 16 miles (26 km) east of the border with Wales, 24 miles (39 km) southwest of Worcester, and 23 miles (37 km) northwest of Gloucester. With a population of 58,896, it is the largest settlement in the county.
Restaurants in Hereford

1. Hereford Canoe Hire

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5.0 based on 84 reviews

Hereford Canoe Hire

Just imagine what it would be like: drifting down the river, with the prospect of a pub lunch along the way. You are with your family or friends, enjoying some of the country’s best countryside, and can’t decide whether to have the home made steak pie or cheddar ploughmans!

2. Battlelands

Middle Cefn Farmhouse Ewyas Harold, Hereford HR2 0JH England +44 1981 240896 [email protected] http://www.battlelands.co.uk
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5.0 based on 44 reviews

Battlelands

Introducing Battlelands an exciting activity centre in Herefordshire. The home of Battlelands Paintball, Laserclayz and the infamous The Viking Games. Offering ten fantastic outdoor activities: Paintballing; Axe Throwing; Archery; Laser clay shooting; Kubb; Bullrings; Stige; Molkky and Junior Paintball. Perfect trip out for couples, birthdays, stag, hen or corporate groups. One of the most popular places for activities in the midlands.

Reviewed By Lowen68852

We booked for axe throwing, not knowing what to expect at all! It was an amazing experience me and my partner really enjoyed ourselves. Defo would re book again. Was a lot of fun and very covid secure! Was made to feel very welcome and comfortable. Fantastic start to our weekend away!

3. The Castle Inn

Little Birch, Hereford HR2 8BB England +44 1981 540943 [email protected] http://www.facebook.com/thecastleinn01981/
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5.0 based on 52 reviews

The Castle Inn

The pub is hidden in the depth of the Herefordshire countryside, a warm and welcoming atmosphere is created by the alternative layout of the building accompanying different levels from the bar right through to the restaurant. The Castle Inn presents an extensive beer garden suitable for children and of course our four-legged friends. The Team welcome you to enjoy real ales, ciders and good grub!

4. The Core

31 Foley Trading Estate, Hereford HR1 2SF England +44 1432 507200 [email protected]
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5.0 based on 21 reviews

The Core

The Core Skate Hereford CIC is a roller skating and community hall in the heart of Hereford. We offer general roller skating sessions, BRSF skate smart lessons, Junior Roller Derby, and recreational roller skating sessions. We also have hall hire. Please get in touch if you would like to hire us or would like to skate.

Reviewed By cakeonthebeach71 - West Haddon, United Kingdom

Great couple of hours, friendly staff and very reasonable price. Kids has a fantastic time and staff helped first time roller-bladers by showing them the ropes.

5. St John Medieval Museum and Coningsby Hospital

Widemarsh Street, Hereford HR4 9HN England +44 1432 274903 http://www.visitherefordshire.co.uk/thedms.aspx?dms=3&venue=1400927
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5.0 based on 19 reviews

St John Medieval Museum and Coningsby Hospital

6. Berrington Hall

Berrington Hall Leominster, Hereford HR6 0DW England +44 1568 615721 [email protected] http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/berringtonhall
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4.5 based on 940 reviews

Berrington Hall

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

7. Hereford Cathedral

5 College Cloisters Cathedral Close Cathedral Close, Hereford HR1 2NG England +44 1432 374200 http://www.herefordcathedral.org
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4.5 based on 1,918 reviews

Hereford Cathedral

Reviewed By JenAnnie - Nottingham, United Kingdom

What a fabulous visit we had to the Cathedral We can certainly recommend it Altho due to Covid some of the Cathedral is roped off, we walked round mist of it it is beautiful & it has such a brilliant History attached to it We went thru to the Chained Library (fascinating) & the Mappa Mundy which was a superb artifact to see. So interesting to see the Medieval map where scholars only knew & depicted Europe Asia & Africa. With many unusual birds & beats. So glad we went to see it. 5 star review for the Cathedral experience.

8. Hereford Cider Museum

Pomona Place, Hereford HR4 0EF England +44 1432 354207 [email protected] http://www.cidermuseum.co.uk/
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4.5 based on 299 reviews

Hereford Cider Museum

Visit this museum in the heart of Herefordshire and learn about the history of cidermaking. Discover how apples were harvested, milled, pressed and the juice fermented to produce cider. Walk through the fascinating champagne cider cellars and find out how two 19th century brothers created the Bulmers empire. Visits include a free sample of cider in the gift shop. There is a tea room and free parking. Annual Cidermaking festival in October, see website for details.

Reviewed By 829te - Porthcawl, United Kingdom

Visit the cider museum it was fantastic looking back on history of cider making and how it made today we then had a sampling session at the end which was great to taste the difference ciders there a lovely little tea shop to have a cup of tea and the gift shop has loads of lovely items to purchase

9. The Black and White House Museum

High Town, Hereford HR1 2AA England +44 1432 260694 [email protected] http://www.herefordshire.gov.uk/info/200172/museums/648/hereford_museums_and_art_gallery
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4.5 based on 262 reviews

The Black and White House Museum

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

10. Mappa Mundi & Chained Library Exhibitions

5 College Cloisters, Hereford England +44 1432 374200 http://www.themappamundi.co.uk
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4.5 based on 757 reviews

Mappa Mundi & Chained Library Exhibitions

Although the Mappa Mundi and Chained Library are in the same location as Hereford Cathedral, they have their own purpose-built building and carry a separate admission fee.

Reviewed By Orange54 - Warminster, United Kingdom

The Chained Library is a small room with alphabetically arranged shelves, all with chained books on shelves in what is the wrong way round. That is spine inwards. The room space smells old and it is in a modern extension. The entrance lobby has the Mappa Mundi, a very religious take on a world map.

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