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High Street, Presteigne, Powys
LD8 2AA Powys - Powys
Days out for all the family
Are there any fun places to visit? The following attractions are within 10 miles of LD8 2AA:
Old House
High Town, Hereford, HR12AA
The Old House is an excellent example of a timber-framed building and is situated in the heart of Hereford, surrounded by the commercial centre of the city. It is a startling sight, standing as it does in the middle of a modern shopping precinct.
Hergest Croft Gardens
Kington, HR53EG
Four gardens for all seasons from spring bulbs to spectacular autumn colour including old fashioned kitchen garden growing unusual vegatables, with spring and summer borders and roses. Brilliantly coloured rhododendrons and azaleas up to 30ft grow in Park Wood.
Croft Castle
Croft Castle, Croft, HR69PW
Croft Castle is an imposing country house containing fine Georgian interiors and furniture, and with family connections dating back to the Norman Conquest. There are restored walled gardens and a park with a magnificent avenue of ancient Spanish chestnuts and panoramas across the once turbulent border country.
Berrington Hall
Berrington, HR60DW
Beautifully set above a wide valley with sweeping views to the Brecon Beacons Berrington Hall offers a great day out for everyone; countryside and lakeside walks, ornamental gardens, a spectacular house and activities for children. The house is an elegant Henry Holland design built in the late 18 century and is set in parkland designed by 'Capability' Brown.
Walcot Hall
B4385, beside Powis Arms, Lydbury North, Shropshir, SY78AZ
Walcot Hall overlooks the village of Lydbury North in South Shropshire. It operates today as a family home but offers visitors a rare opportunity to experience what it might be like to live on a country estate.
Ludlow Castle
Castle Square, Ludlow, SY81AY
Ludlow Castle, the finest of medieval ruined castles, set in glorious Shropshire countryside, at the heart of this superb, bustling black and white market town.Walk through the Castle grounds and see the ancient houses of kings, queens, princes, judges and the nobility - a glimpse into the lifestyle of medieval society.
The House on Crutches Museum
High Street, Bishops Castle, SY95AE
Housed in half timbered, 16th century house overhanging the cobbles at the top of the High Street, this volunteer-run museum offers a changing range of exhibitions covering the history of Bishops Castle, town trades, fairs and markets, farming life and the surrounding countryside, costume and changing approaches to cooking and the kitchen.Admission to the House on Crutches Museum is free, but we depend on donations and groups, societies and schools which visit or arrange tours.
The Weir Gardens
, Swainshill, HR47QF
Informal 1920s riverside garden with fine views.A tranquil garden of 4 hectares (10 acres) on a steep slope above a bend in the River Wye, The Weir is most spectacular in spring with drifts of snowdrops, daffodils and narcissi.
Burford House gardens and Garden Centre
Tenbury Wells, Worcs, WR158HQ
Burford House Gardens is one of the regions most popular garden venues. The site incorporates a shop in the Georgian Mansion selling country house furnishings, surrounded by 7 acres of beautiful riverside gardens containing the National Clematis collection.
Mellington Hall
Mellington, Churchstoke, SY156HX
Welcome to Mellington Hall Holiday Home Park in Churchstoke, Powys, a family owned establishment comprising of the mansion house itself set in 270 acres of park and farm land idyllic for cycling, coarse fishing and walking, with the Offas Dyke path running through the grounds.Peace and tranquillity is the main attraction at Mellington Hall Holiday Home Park, with the Hall and caravan park situated approximately one mile off the main road.
Acton Scott Historic Working Farm
Wenlock Lodge, Acton Scott, Church Stretton, SY66QN
Tucked away in the South Shropshire Hills, in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, is the historic and privately owned country estate of Acton Scott. Its peaceful village character is cherished by all those who live and work here.
Cider Museum and King Offa Distillery
21 Ryelands Street, Hereford, HR40LW
The Cider Museum is designed to look at the whole cidermaking industry worldwide, from its earliest beginnings through to the mass production methods which exist today. Unique in the United Kingdom, the Cider Museum is the only registered museum devoted entirely to cider and perry-making.
Hereford Cathedral
A49 Ring Road, Hereford, HR12NG
Hereford Cathedral is full of surprises and houses many treasures.A Cathedral has stood in Hereford since Saxon times.
Thresholds Centre
Picklescott, Bishops Castle, SY66NU
Thresholds is the ideal base for exploration of the scenic hills often referred to as Mary Webb Country, by horseback, on foot, cycling of minibus tour. Information about the area is available by dropping in.
Glansevern Hall Gardens
Glansevern Hall Gardens, Berriew, Welshpool, SY218AH
Many acres of old established gardens surrounding beautiful Greek Revival house (not open) on banks of River Severn. Woodland walks, lake and water garden, vast rock garden and grotto, rose and herbaceous beds, newly restored walled garden, tea rooms, art gallery, plants for sale.
Brockhampton House and Estate
Brockhampton, WR65TB
This 688ha (1700-acre) estate was bequeathed to the National Trust in 1946 and still maintains traditional farms and extensive areas of woodland, including ancient oak and beech. Visitors can enjoy a variety of walks through park and woodland, which combine to form a rich habitat for wildlife such as the dormouse, buzzard and raven.
Powis Castle and Garden
Powis, SY218RF
A 12th Century Castle built by Welsh princes, for the last 4 centuries home to the Herbert family. It contains one of the finest collections of paintings and furniture in Wales and an impressive collection of treasures from India.
Acton Burnell Castle
Acton Burnell Castle, Acton Burnell, SY57PE
Tucked away in a quite backwater of Shropshire stand the remains of a thirteenth century fortified manor house at Acton Burnell. It was built in the 13th century by Robert Burnell, Chancellor of England and close friend of King Edward the First.
The Dower House Garden
Morville Hall, Bridgnorth Shropshire, WV165NB
In a beautiful setting within the grounds of Morville Hall. Home of garden writer Dr katherine Swift.
Cantref Adventure Farm and Riding Centre
Upper Cantref, LD38LR
We have large indoor play areas and our animal petting farm plus all our great family attractions! For a great kids day out, why not have your birthday party or group visit to Cantref? Open throughout all school holidays, we are one of the top attractions in Wales!Cantref Riding Centre was established over 40 years ago and is the only horse riding centre that goes onto the Brecon Beacons, South Wales. We offer trekking, mountain riding, riding lessons, short riding courses and holiday horse riding breaks in the spectacular Brecon Beacons National Park, Wales.
