LOCATION
Carefully converted barns in a peaceful courtyard setting, a mile from the centre of the scenic Herefordshire village of Woolhope.
Courtyard Cottages are approximately 7 miles from the town of Ledbury with its supermarkets, restaurants, pubs, shops and museums. They are approximately 3.5 miles from Much Marcle where many guests attend weddings at St Bartholomew’s Church, Hellens Manor or Homme House.
The nearest motorway junction is Junction 2 of the M50, just a few miles from Ledbury. For dining in the evening, the Butcher's Arms and Crown Inn at Woolhope serves excellent food. There are also excellent pubs in Much Marcle – The Walwyn Arms and the Royal Oak. Further afield you will find a wide choice of restaurants and pubs in and around Ledbury. We are four miles from Fownhope which also has a good selection of pubs, including the Green Man, the Fownhope Leisure Centre and the New Inn. Also in Fownhope, you will find a well stocked village shop, selling all of life’s essentials.
We are surrounded by miles of glorious walks and maps are provided below. We are just a short drive from the Malvern Hills. The market towns of Ledbury and Ross on Wye are both within easy driving distance, where you will find a selection of shops and many places to enjoy lunch or afternoon tea. We are approximately 8 miles from the centre of Hereford with its shops, bars and beautiful cathedral.
Places To Visit & Things to do
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Butchers Arms
List Item 1Nearby is The Butchers Arms pub offering morning coffee, homemade scones and bacon baps, refreshments, meals and takeaways. Opening times and further details can be found on their website.
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Crown InnList Item 2
The Crown is at the heart of the village of Woolhope, next to the ancient Church of St Georges. Offering meals, refreshments & takeaways. Opening times and further information can be found on their website.
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Hellens Manor
We are approximately 4 miles from the historic Hellens Manor in Much Marcle, which is open from Easter to the end of September.
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Hereford Cathedral
The cathedral is open between 10 am and 5 pm. The Cathedral Cafe, Shop and Mappa Mundi & Chained Library Exhibition are open Monday – Saturday, 10 am – 5 pm.
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Kingfisher River Cruise
You can take the Kingfisher rivercruise in the Forest of Dean and then enjoy lunch or tea in one of the cafes or restaurants
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LucksallList Item 4
You can go canoeing on the River Wye at Lucksall just outside Fownhope. On site is the Riverside Bar & Eatery.
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Putley Riding SchoolList Item 3
If you enjoy riding we are approximately 2 miles from the Putley Riding School.
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Puzzlewood
Just a 40-minute drive away is the magical woodland and activities of Puzzlewood.
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Royal Oak
The Royal Oak is a beautiful, traditional pub, overlooking the rolling hills. It's great food and welcoming team bring guests back week on week
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Symonds Yat
At Symonds Yat you can enjoy miles of walking and take in the view from Yat Rock
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Walwyn Arms
Traditional family friendly pub in the village of Much Marcle, Ledbury. we offer a great selection of ales, ciders, fine wines and locally sourced food from high quality local Herefordshire suppliers.
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Westons Cider
Nearby in Much Marcle is Westons Cider. They offer tours, play park and on site is The Scrumpy House bar and restaurant.
Local Walks
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Woolhope Circular Walk - 6.5 miles Write a description for this list item and include information that will interest site visitors. For example, you may want to describe a team member's experience, what makes a product special, or a unique service that you offer.
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Woolhope Dome - Walk 1 - Marcle Ridge Loop Walk - 7 miles Write a description for this list item and include information that will interest site visitors. For example, you may want to describe a team member's experience, what makes a product special, or a unique service that you offer.
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Woolhope Dome - Walk 2 - Backbury Hill Loop Walk 4.5 miles Write a description for this list item and include information that will interest site visitors. For example, you may want to describe a team member's experience, what makes a product special, or a unique service that you offer.
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Woolhope Dome - Walk 3 - Putley Orchards Loop Walk - 4 miles Write a description for this list item and include information that will interest site visitors. For example, you may want to describe a team member's experience, what makes a product special, or a unique service that you offer.
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Mordiford Circular Walk - 4 miles Write a description for this list item and include information that will interest site visitors. For example, you may want to describe a team member's experience, what makes a product special, or a unique service that you offer.
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Fownhope - Walk 1 - A circular walk from Fownhope to Haugh Woods - 5.5 miles Write a description for this list item and include information that will interest site visitors. For example, you may want to describe a team member's experience, what makes a product special, or a unique service that you offer.
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Fownhope - Walk 2 - Cherry Hill and Tom Spring Memorial Walk - 4.5 miles Write a description for this list item and include information that will interest site visitors. For example, you may want to describe a team member's experience, what makes a product special, or a unique service that you offer.
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Fownhope - Walk 3 - Fownhope to Mordiford via Even Pits - 5.5 miles Write a description for this list item and include information that will interest site visitors. For example, you may want to describe a team member's experience, what makes a product special, or a unique service that you offer.
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Fownhope - Walk 4 - Monument Hill/Cherry Hill - 3 miles Write a description for this list item and include information that will interest site visitors. For example, you may want to describe a team member's experience, what makes a product special, or a unique service that you offer.
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Fownhope - Walk 5 - Mancells Ferry, Brinkley HIl, returning via Caple Camp, Paget's Wood and Common Hill - 8 miles Write a description for this list item and include information that will interest site visitors. For example, you may want to describe a team member's experience, what makes a product special, or a unique service that you offer.