Hereford Cathedral
Hereford Cathedral is a spectacular example of Gothic architecture looming over the landscape. A place of worship has existed on the site since around the 8th century, but the current building originates from 1079. The cathedral is home to intriguing artefacts which thousands of visitors flock to every year.
Mappa Mundi & Chained Library Exhibition
The Mappa Mundi, a unique medieval treasure, is housed at Hereford Cathedral. Believed to have been made at around 1300, this map shows what medieval scholars believed the world to look like at the time, centring on Jerusalem, the heart of Christianity.
The Chained Library is the largest and best preserved of its kind in the world and includes 1500 books dating as far back as 800AD and up to the 19th century.
Berrington Hall
This National Trust building consists of a manor house, landscape garden, parkland and lake, and it dates back to the 1700s. There are always historical displays presenting how the house would have looked like in its hey-day, and for families there is an outdoor play area, lawn mazes, woodland walks and the chance to get hands-on with the historical displays.
Chase Distillery
If you love vodka and gin, then a tour of the Chase Distillery is definitely for you. Makers of award-winning spirits, Chase Distillery give you the chance to see how their product is made, from field to bottle. They will then invite you to their own Chase Bar to give you a lesson in how to really appreciate quality spirits.
The Old House
The Old House museum is a fine, well-preserved example of a 17th century timber-framed house. Built in 1621, it is now furnished with period style aesthetics to give you a real feel of the era. Kids can get involved, with costumes and puzzles.
