The West Cider Circuit: Porter's Perfection
The west of this lush county is patchworked with apple orchards and studded with artisan cider producers. Lacing the rolling hills and glorious Golden Valley is a network of peaceful backroads perfect for cycling. Tackle the rewarding double loop from Dorstone, visiting the tastiest spots to try the adult apple juice, as well as a series of fine country inns, historic villages and ancient monuments, and even some of Herefordshire’s most lip-smacking luxury ice cream. For a shorter ride, choose from either the north or south sections of this route.
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Producers featured
- Fair Oak Cider
- The Orgasmic Cider Company
- Artistraw Cidery & Orchard
- Ty Gwyn Cider
- Rowlestone Farmhouse Ice Cream
Highlights include
- Pedalling the steep 100m climb to Bredwardine
- Calling in at the county’s oldest pub, The Pandy Inn
- Drinking in the dramatic views at the pre-historic Arthur’s Stone
Downloadable Guide
Route Guide
Tackle the rewarding 48.5-mile double loop from Dorstone to meet craft cider makers and slake your thirst at historic pubs. The circuit runs through north, taking in Bredwardine and Whitney, before snaking south to Rowlestone and returning via Ewyas Harold, Abbey Dore and Peterchurch. For a shorter ride, just cycle the north or south section.
