Some attractions in the local area...
The Bromyard Downs. We are situated on an attraction ourselves! Easily accessible from our pub, the Downs are a breathtaking area of common land featuring stunning scenery, wonderful walks & an eclectic history of golf courses, rifle ranges & horse racing! How very, very quaint.
Brockhampton Estate. This National Trust estate itself is open all year dawn till dusk while the house opens from 6th March. For more details visit: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/main/w-brockhampton
Shortwood Farm. Set in 150 acres of glorious Herefordshire countryside, Shortwood Farm is a rural idyll. Home to many an animal (from Chickens to Kune-Kune Pigs) & with a wide range of activities provided with a personal approach, Shortwood really does cater for everybody. Visit www.shortwoodfarm.co.uk for more information.
Out to Grass. Mountain boarding, BMXing & mountain biking centre, only ten minutes away. Facilities for the old & young alike. All equipment is available for hire or to buy. For more information visit: www.outtograss.com
Cotswold Youth and Adult Motorcycle Club, Bromyard. Just 2 miles from us is the Bromyard circuit. With arranged motocross race meetings for boys & girls from the age of 6 all the way through to boys & girls at the age of 65, the octane is always high! Visit www.cotswoldymc.co.uk for further information.
The Time Machine Dr Who Museum. Featuring screen-used props from an array of sci-fi classics, namely Dr Who, but also including Thunderbirds, Stingray, Captain Scarlet, Star Wars & more. Visit www.timemachineuk.com for more information.
Teddy Bears of Bromyard. A visit to this beautiful Victorian shop is like a trip down memory lane. Brimming with teddy bears, dolls & gifts for the collectors amongst you. The museum houses many nostalgic exhibits including Disney toys, pedal cars & prams. Call (01885) 488 329 for any further information.
Bromyard Heritage Centre. Dedicated to hops & hop picking this museum boasts free admission and tells of the long history of hop growing & picking throughout the area.
The Local History Centre. Bearing a wealth of information amidst its archives relating to industry, politics & people of this & the surrounding areas.
Some further attractions in the surrounding areas...
Severn Valley Railway. Less than 20 miles from Bromyard lies Kidderminster station, which is a great place to begin your journey with S.V.R. The station's period style concourse, booking office, luggage carts & decor let you utterly immerse yourself in yester-year. Taking the kids is just a good excuse! More information at www.svr.co.uk
Kinsham Raceway. Herefordshire's largest Premier Outdoor Hire Karting Circuit. Providing an easily accessible venue for anyone based in Herefordshire or Worcestershire. The track is designed for maximum exhilaration and excitement, featuring banked and adverse camber bends, high-speed corners, hairpins and chicanes combined with many elevational changes. Great for both the beginner & the experienced driver. The venue ensures an enjoyable day for all, with a sheltered viewing area for those wishing to spectate. Visit www.kinshamraceway.co.uk for more details.
West Midlands Safari Park. A wonderful day out for the whole family awaits you. A large safari park with a diverse occupancy- anything from seals to creepy-crawly's & lions to hippo's! Rides & amusements available & kids under 3 get in free. Visit them at www.wmsp.co.uk form more information.
The Worcester Canals. The undulating landscape is stunningly rural. Blessed with numerous waterways, stretches of unspoilt countryside, pretty towns & some wonderful architecture you would be hard pressed to find a more beautiful way to unwind. Call Severn Valley Cruisers on (01299) 871 165 for more information on boat hiring. Stourport-on-Severn moorings are less than 20 miles from us.
Fishing. With many fishing pools & fisheries dotted around the area, we couldn't possibly mention them all. But be assured that many will simply not disappoint. Try www.go-fish.co.uk/hereford.htm for further information.
Some local festivals due throughout 2012...
Marmalade Festival 23rd-26th February. Activities to include a marmalade competition, spring walk, bike rides, themed lunches, juggling & children's activities as well as music and a whole host of other fun & interesting things.
Bromyard International Town Criers Festival 5th & 6th May. To be held at the Town Green, the Town Criers Festival promises to be a lot of fun & a great social event for the whole family.
Bromyard Scarecrow Festival 1st-5th June. This years Scarecrow Festival is surely to be a sight to see. Lots of activities will be taking place and a royal theme is to be in the forefront of all the Scarecrow-makers minds.
Bromyard Gala July (dates TBC). The Gala is one of Herefordshires biggest events and is indeed the biggest outdoor show in the county. It will boast a steam rally, food fair, dog show, country pursuits & much more.
Nozstock: The Hidden Valley Festival 27th-29th July. "A festival built from a curious amalgamation of performance, art, electronic supersounds and good old-fashioned guitar strumming and drum bashing".
Bromyard Hop Festival 1st & 2nd September. Well what a show it is sure to be, horse-drawn vehicle parade through Bromyard town with hop pocket banners. Day-long events on the Town Green including a Hog Roast & the Hop Pocket race. There will also be an historical display by the Bromyard History Society as well as a performance of the Hop Play, which was last produced back in '95. The hop festival is promising to be a great load of fun for all involved.
Bromyard Folk Festival 7th-9th September. Always a great atmosphere, the Bromyard Folk Festival attracts "folkies" from far and wide. Traditional music, song & dance. A must for any music festival fan.
Bromyard Illuminations last weekend in November. A cracking day for the whole family, with loads promised to be going on. Volunteers work to provide the town with a truly magical Christmas light display which never fails to impress. A task appreciated by all.
