Hergest Croft Gardens
Overview
Four distinct gardens over 70 acres with more than 5000 rare trees and shrubs - a unique garden for all seasons.
What makes it special
- One of the finest collections of trees and shrubs in the British Isles
Open daily from: Saturday 31st March until Sunday 3rd November
12:00 to 17:30
Price
Adults £6.50
Children (under 16) Free
Groups £5.50 Minimum 20 adult visitors, booking essential
Groups including private garden tour £7.50 Minimum 20 adult visitors, booking essential
Hostels nearby
Other things to do nearby
Berrington Hall
Behind the slightly austere exterior, the house has a homely feel. Discover how the servants moved around the house unseen.
Climbing in Wye Valley
Symonds Yat is one of the best areas for climbing.
Cycling in Clun
However you enjoy cycling, the Shropshire Hills has something to suit everyone.
Cycling in Kington
A myriad of small, quiet roads all the way down from Shropshire to the Herefordshire Marches.
Cycling in Leominster
Leominster is on the official CTC route from Land's End to John O’ Groats, set in a great position between Somerset and Cheshire.
Walking and Rambling in Clun
Set in the rolling Shropshire countryside you can enjoy the Offa's Dyke National Trail which connects castles, abbeys and thriving market towns.
Ludlow Castle
A fine medieval ruined castle, set in glorious Shropshire countryside, at the heart of a bustling black & white market town.
Owl Centre
In a thoughtfully designed, tranquil setting, you'll be greeted by 'Numpy' a Giant Milky Eagle Owl. A real beak to nose experience!
Cider Museum
Housed in an old cider making factory, visitors walk through the original cellars and learn about the history of cider making. Visit the Museum website
Stokesay Castle
Stokesay Castle was constructed at the end of the 13th century by Laurence of Ludlow, who at the time was one of the richest men in England.
Walking and Rambling in Kington
The Welsh borders are a fantastic contrast to the rolling hills of Herefordshire with its black and white villages. Offa's Dyke runs straight past the hostel with some of the best scenic stretches.
Walking and Rambling in Leominster
The hostel sits close to the Mortimer Trail, with fabulous walking through the Marches of England, extensive forests and limestone ways all doused in medieval history from one of the most powerful Nor
The Spaceguard Centre
The Spaceguard Centre aims to bring the wonders of the universe to everyone in a fun and understandable way.
Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre
5 miles Meet the mammoth and look inside an Iron Age roundhouse. Watch the hot air balloon film for a unique perspective. Visit the website
Oaker Wood Leisure
Activity site near Leominster and Kington with paintball, quad bikes, tree trekking, super swing, climbing, clay pigeon shooting, raft building, low ropes and target shooting range. Visit the websi
Wye Valley Canoes
18 miles Hire Canadian canoes or a kayak and paddle off downstream to Hay-on-Wye or to the Boat Inn at Whitney. Visit the website