The South Cider Circuit: The Redstreak

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The ancient apple and pear orchards of southern Herefordshire, some of them well over two centuries old, are lovingly harvested by local producers to ferment spectacular ciders and perries in traditional and innovative styles. 

Touring this 59-mile circular route will take you along shady backroads and the River Wye, as you visit some of the region’s best cider-makers. Travel from Hereford to Little Dewchurch, Hoarwithy and Ross-on-Wye, then onwards to Much Marcle, Ledbury and Bromyard, finishing back in the county city.

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Highlights include:

  • Making your way over Foy Suspension Footbridge
  • Pausing for a picnic in a shady spot on the Wye
  • Admiring Hoarwithy's Italianate-style church 
     

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The South Cider Circuit: The Redstreak

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    The Redstreak - The ancient apple and pear orchards of southern Herefordshire, some of them well over two centuries old, are lovingly harvested by local producers to ferment spectacular ciders and perries in traditional and innovative styles. 

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    Cycle 59 undulating miles down shady backroads and alongside the meanders of the River Wye on a rewarding route visiting some of the region’s finest cider makers. Or prune your pedalling to 31.5 miles by taking the train back to Hereford from Ledbury.

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    Rest stops

    Ross on Wye Cider & Perry Co. Ltd
    Westons Cider
    Gregg’s Pit Cider & Perry
    Little Pomona Orchard & Cidery
    Oliver's Cider and Perry
    Museum of Cider
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    Coordinates

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    SO 50917 39829
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    52.054664, -2.717236
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    52°03'16.8"N 2°43'02.0"W
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    30U 519388 5767155
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