Attractions in Almeley & Things to Do in Almeley
(and nearby)

Kinnersley Castle (1 Mile)*
Kinnersley Castle was one of the many Marches castles sited by the Normans along the Welsh border. As seen today it is mainly the remodelled Elizabethan manor house of the Vaughan family.
Hergest Croft Gardens (4 Miles)*
Hergest Croft Gardens lie in the heart of the Welsh Marches with stunning views towards the Black Mountains.
Moccas Court (5 Miles)*
Built by Anthony Keck in 1775 overlooking the River Wye, decoration including the round room and oval stair by Robert Adam.Now run as exclusive country house guests accommodation, see website
Croft Castle (12 Miles)*
Croft Castle was a fortress that gradually transformed itself into a family home in more peaceful times. The Croft family built the existing castle in the 15th century.
Hereford Cider Museum (12 Miles)*
At the Hereford Cider Museum, explore the story of traditional cidermaking: how apples were harvested, milled and pressed, and how the resulting juice was fermented to produce cider.
Hereford Cathedral (13 Miles)*
Standing on the peaceful banks of the beautiful River Wye, Hereford Cathedral occupies a site used for worship since Saxon times. The Mappa Mundi & Chained Library Exhibition is in the Cathedral.
Berrington Hall (13 Miles)*
A Triumphal Arch, a bedroom celebrating the victories of Admiral Lord Rodney and Capability Brown-designed gardens make Berrington Hall a top place to visit in Herefordshire
Wye Valley Shipley Gardens (17 Miles)*
Shipley Gardens surround a 17th Century Wye Valley homestead standing upon the site of previous dwellings that since Roman times have administered the adjacent ford and former ferry.
Ludlow Racecourse (19 Miles)*
Tradition has it that in the fourteenth century soldiers from Ludlow Castle came here not only to practice archery but also to match their horses.
Stokesay Castle (19 Miles)*
This is one of England's best preserved fortified manor houses. Stokesay's Great Hall is unchanged since the days of baronial feasts.
Burford House & Garden Centre (19 Miles)*
Uniquely situated where three counties meet, the 7 acres of lawn and stunning borders of Burford House Gardens sweep along the banks of the picturesque River Teme.
Tretower Court and Castle (20 Miles)*
A visit to Tretower Court and Castle reveals two historic sites for the price of one. In open country against the backdrop of the Brecon Beacons stands a stark, round tower and its companion piece - a handsome stone manor house.
Walcot Hall (21 Miles)*
Walcot Hall dates back to Tudor times, the original Elizabethan facade being gabled. In 1763, Lord Clive of India commissioned Sir William Chambers, leading architect of the time to redesign the house.
White Castle (21 Miles)*
This little-known historical gem is located deep in Wales's border country, today a tranquil landscape but in medieval times hotly disputed territory. Along with Skenfrith and Grosmont, White Castle was one of a triangle of fortresses.
How Caple Court Gardens (21 Miles)*
The 11 acre gardens of How Caple Court date from Edwardian times and are set high above the River Wye with views towards the Forest of Dean and the Welsh Mountains.
Regimental Museum of The Royal Welsh (21 Miles)*
When you come to Brecon be sure to reserve at least one hour to see the treasures of the 'Old 24th', South Wales Borderers, the Monmouthshire Regiment and, more recently The Royal Regiment of Wales (24th/41st Foot).
Brockhampton Estate (22 Miles)*
At the heart of the Brockhampton estate lies Lower Brockhampton - a medieval moated manor house with a beautiful timber framed gatehouse.
Abergavenny Museum & Castle (22 Miles)*
Abergavenny Museum presents the story of this historic market town from Prehistoric and Roman times right through to the present day.
Goodrich Castle (23 Miles)*
Goodrich Castle is the most complete medieval castle in Britain, despite its turbulent history. Built on a rocky outcrop with exhilarating views over the Wye Valley, it gives a fascinating insight into fortress life seven centuries ago.
Acton Scott Historic Working Farm (25 Miles)*
Every afternoon you can see hand milking. Buttermaking takes place in the dairy holidays and weekends.
Gilfach Nature Reserve (25 Miles)*
Situated in a beautiful setting at the mouth of the Marteg Valley in the Cambrian Mountains of mid-Wales, Gilfach is locally unique because of its wide variety of habitats: high moorland to enclosed meadow, oak woodland to rocky upland river.
Nelson Museum & Local History Centre (25 Miles)*
Horatio Nelson was born in Norfolk, died at sea, and is buried in St Paul's Cathedral - yet Monmouth is home to a magnificent collection of Nelson material.
Blaenavon Ironworks (25 Miles)*
South Wales's industrial history is recalled at this revealing site, one of Europe's best-preserved 18th century ironworks.
The Mountain Centre (26 Miles)*
When you visit us, you can

Have a break in our tea rooms- Whether its breakfast, coffee and cake,afternoon tea or the lunch menu, come and enjoy home cooked food from fresh produce
Eastnor Castle (26 Miles)*
In the dramatic setting of the Malvern Hills and surrounded by a beautiful deer park, arboretum and lake, this fairy-tale castle is the home of the Hervey-Bathurst family.
* Distances shown are in a direct line. Distances by road will be longer.



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