Local Activities near The Cider Mill

Walk the Wye Valley

For walkers, the Bredwardine to Byford section of the Wye Valley Walk is a relatively easy, 4.75-mile (7.6 km) walk, taking approximately 2 hours to complete. It passes through scenic rural landscapes, including quiet lanes, orchards, and woodlands. The route features notable landmarks like Bredwardine Bridge, Brobury House and Gardens, and Monnington Walk, an avenue of Scots pine and yew trees.

The Wye Walker provides shorter circular walks along the length of the Wye – and is for those of you who want to do some walking in the country near this beautiful river in shorter bursts, as and when you have time.

River Wye

10 minute walk through the cider apple orchards where you can admire views of the river.  Canoeing, kayaking, paddleboarding, paddling and swimming available nearby.

Canoeing on the River Wye

Canoeing on the River Wye at nearby Byecross on the other side of the river is very popular with our guests. Book a kayak or canoe from Hereford Kayak Canoe who are experts in these activities and offer a number of packages.

Wild Swimming

There is no direct access to the River Wye in Monnington on Wye. Access can be found at Bredwardine Bridge which is about an hours beautiful walk. Here you can paddle or swim. For expert advice on wild swimming please contact Angela Jones

Fishing on the River Wye

Fishing on the Wye is within walking distance.  Bulmers Angling Club  offer membership to everyone, see  http://www.bulmersanglingclub.co.uk​ for details.

Getting up close to wildlife in Kington

Wildlife – for younger children, a trip to the Small Breed Centre at Kington is always popular.  A great place to see owls, red squirrels, pygmy goats and alpacas close up.

Mountain biking and cycling in the Wye Valley and Brecon Beacons

Mountain biking is popular in the Brecon Beacons – you could consider the Taff Trail. There is a purpose  built XC ride at Hopton Wood near Ludlow. Or try cycling the Herefordshire Cider Route. Bikes including E Bikes can be hired from Drovers Cycles in Hay on Wye.  They will deliver to the house.

Llama trekking in Herefordshire

Guests are loving trekking with the Golden Valley llamas from Old King Street Farm.​ A wonderful day out for young and old as you trek through the beautiful Black Mountains in Herefordshire. This activity operates all year round. The llamas like to get out and about and need to be exercised!

Wales’ Premier Award-Winning Indoor and Outdoor training centre

For rainy days you could consider climbing at Llangorse in the nearby Brecon Beacons, which has an indoor and outdoor centre for rock climbing.  Suitable for beginners and the more experienced who like a challenge!

Caving, pot holing and gorge walking in the Wye Valley

For those wishing to pursue outdoor activities in the Wye Valley, Herefordshire and Brecon Beacons Life Changing Activities provides instruction on caving, pot holing, gorge walking, raft building, etc.