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Spring staycations

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Chase hereford

Visit the Blossom County

This spring, plan a pretty staycation in Herefordshire, the blossom county. It’s a fleeting moment  - only six weeks - but it is an unmissable springtime spectacle!

Thousands of fruit trees bloom with frothy clouds of pink and white petals, starting at the end of March. Perfect for picnics and afternoon ambles. 

Enjoy orchard tours & tastings at craft cider producers, walk and cycle along blossom-lined trails and tour the picture-perfect black and white villages.

 

[Photo credit: Chase Distillery]  

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blossom

 

Our county is one big orchard! We have over 15,000 acres of orchards, producing over half of the UK's cider. Every spring, thousands of fruit trees explode with delicate pink and white petals. Come to Herefordshire for an uplifting dose of Mother Nature's positivity.

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Brockhampton

Estates & Community Orchards

For blossom-filled walking trails and picnics under the trees visit our historic country estates and friendly community orchards.

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tours & tastings

Tours & Tastings

Herefordshire is the spiritual home of apples and cider! Expect a warm welcome at our craft cider producers where you can wander orchards, take guided tours, learn how cider is made and sample delicious artisan tipples.

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Cider Circuits

Cider Circuits

Pass orchards and picture-perfect villages on our Cider Circuits, paying homage to our favourite thirst-quencher at artisan producers en route.

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girl on scooter in wobley

2-day Family Easter Escape

Paddle in the river, picnic on a pebble ‘beach’, discover beamed and wonky Tudor buildings, run around castle ruins, enjoy a bike ride and tuck into tasty food in country pubs and tearooms.  Our black and white villages make for an easy Easter getaway with the kids. 

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Pembridge

Black & White Delight

Spring is the perfect season to visit our Black and White Villages. Take a tour by bike, bus or car to soak up the characterful timber-framed architecture, calling at cosy pubs and tea rooms, art galleries and village shops along the way. 

Discover the Black & White Villages
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Bluebell Wood

Bluebell spotting

Read our insider's guide to the best bluebell woods in the county. From fantastic displays at National Trust estates to delightful drifts amongst the caves and cliffs of Little Doward.

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Orchard Walks

Pick Up A Picnic

Outdoor get togethers al-fresco style under the beautiful blossom in Herefordshire.

Drapers Lane deli

Drapers Lane Delicatessen

Sample a sharing box from Drapers Lane Delicatessen. Each box can be tailored to your tastes.

Leominster

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Legges picnic

Legges

Enjoy a Legges Lunch Box, packed full of local produce. A taste of Herefordshire!

Bromyard

The Nest

The Nest

Pick up a picnic box of delights at the Nest to enjoy under their orchard blossom. 

Ledbury