Moorlands - Things To Do

Moorlands

A Rural Three Bedroom Self Catering Holiday let Located In Blissful Herefordshire

Local Attractiions

Moorlands is set in the beautiful Herefordshire countryside with easy access to Gloucester, Ross on Wye, Hereford, The Forest of Dean, Monmouth and the Wye Valley

There are many places of interest and lots of things to do in the local area, listed below are links to some of the more popular attractions.

Local Attractions

www.goape.co.uk/
It’s not in the dictionary, but if it was, Go Ape would be described as a ‘tree top adventure’. A dollop of breathtaking scenery; a smattering of tree-top wires, crossings (using ladders, walkways, bridges and tunnels made of wood, rope and super-strong wire) and wind-in-your-face zip wires; finished off with a liberal dose of people in search of their inner Tarzan. We kit people out, give them a safety briefing and training and let them out into the forest canopy, free to swing in the trees. Of course, instructors are always on hand. The result is spectacular. The Go Ape experience gets you outdoors in the fresh air and above all, it’s just great fun.

www.RossonWye.com
A Guide to Ross-on-Wye, The Wye Valley and Rural Herefordshire. This web site is provided as a guide to the market town of Ross-on-Wye and the surrounding area. We hope you enjoy this digital ramble around the spectacular Wye Valley and Rural Herefordshire where the fascinating Market towns and historic villages offer a glimpse of England's once green and pleasant land.

www.butterflyzoo.co.uk/
Wye Valley BUTTERFLY ZOO Walk with butterflies from around the world. Wye Valley Butterfly Zoo is indoors, it’s tropical and it’s teeming with exotic butterflies. Living butterflies fly around as you discover their fascinating lives in close-up. See for yourself every stage of their life-cycle: Egg, caterpillar, chrysalis and some of the world’s most beautiful butterflies.

www.clearwellcaves.com
An extensive natural cave system, mined for iron ore to make some of Britain's most complex and oldest mine workings; dating back well over 4,500 years, when Neolithic miners dug for ochre pigment. Atmospheric ancient caverns with an exciting and intriguing past. Dr Who and Merlin are amongst the films and television programmes that have been made here. Walk through eerie iron ore workings and tunnels, following in the footsteps of generations of miners that cut their livelihood from the rock.

www.dbcleisure.co.uk/
Situated in a secluded valley TROWGREEN FARM SHOOTING SCHOOL was established to create a venue for proprietor and BASC coach Dave Brown to provide shotgun tuition for clay and game shooters, in recent years an air rifle range and a archery range have been added followed by a further range to accommodate air pistol and catapults for the growing number of clients who wish to try the other country sports. The ground caters for complete beginners through to experienced shots wishing to hone their skills, young shots are welcome and the ground is host to BASC young shot days.

www.deanforestcycles.co.uk/
Dean Forest Cycle Centre is situated in the village of Parkend in the Heart of the Forest of Dean. At the start of the traffic free Family Cycle Trail alongside the Dean Forest Steam Railway, offering visitors the perfect starting point to explore the Forest. Whether you want to take your time, enjoy the scenery and relax along the 11 mile Family Cycle Trail, or head off and explore the forest tracks and trails or take advantage of an adrenaline filled mountain bike experience, including the new Verderers trail, we are here for you. Park for FREE and start the day with a coffee and croissant (muddy boots no problem) in our warm and friendly cafe, then just hire a bike and head out. Choose fr…

www.deanforestrailway.co.uk
Remember those relaxing days of yore...... when travel on trains was full of fun and excitement. Cosy compartment coaches, a chance meeting or a fond farewell, milk churns and mail bags, pigeons and porters, flowers and fresh air at the country station, birds singing as excitement mounts with the sound of a distant whistle, then the sight, sound and smell of the steam engine arriving at the station! A cup of railway tea and a sandwich, a visit to the local pub across the road from the station or a short walk into the countryside.

www.eastnorcastle.com/
Eastnor Castle in the dramatic setting of the Malvern Hills and surrounded by a beautiful deer park, arboretum and lake - is the home of the Hervey-Bathurst family. Besides being a fascinating visitor attraction, the Castle fulfils other roles as an exclusive-use wedding venue, corporate and team building venue, as well as a venue for product launches and location filming. Business or private parties can stay in the castle’s beautiful bedrooms and our highly professional team is on hand to organise every aspect of your visit.

www.eltonfarm-leisure.co.uk/
Elton Farm is an established centre for several leisure and business activites in the Forest of Dean, in Gloucestershire. We are close to the A48 and only a short drive from the M4, the M5 and M50. Elton Maize Mazes We are home to the famous Elton Farm Maize Mazes. These are huge mazes built with a different theme each summer. The Mazes are expertly designed and offer a great day in out in the Forest of Dean for the whole family. The Elton Farm Maize Mazes are open from mid July until September. Overnight and short stay camping Our Wellingtonia overnight and short stay camp site is convenient for the Seven Bore, the Forest of Dean, fishing, mountain biking mountain boarding and the maize maz…

www.forestconnections.co.uk/
The Forest of Dean is just one of those destinations that for many years has lay hidden due to being off the main travel routes and is now waiting to be discovered by you. At the centre of the Forest of Dean is the popular Beechenhurst Lodge Visitor Centre which is managed by the Forestry Commission. In October 2008, after a major refurbishment, the site became a flagship for the Forestry Commission with the addition of a new cafe and visitor centre shop. The visitor centre shop is FOREST CONNECTIONS and is personally operated by its owners Derek and Elaine Yemm, and is growing to be the popular first port of call by visitors from all over the world. We at FOREST CONNECTIONS are here to show…

www.icbp.org
The International Centre for Birds of Prey is the oldest bird of prey centre in the UK and one of the friendliest. The atmosphere here is great and visitors always say they feel like a part of the family, which is nice to hear. As you arrive you will see first of all the tiny Burrowing Owls, Ruby, Rival and Wayside, who are nothing if not very talkative as your first welcome. Probably a labrador or two will be your next welcome and no the little one is not a puppy, it’s our Patterdale Terrier who is in disgrace right now as he keeps getting stuck under the decking trying to eat the wild baby rabbits! The Hawk Walk is where you will wander through on your way to the flying ground. This is w…

www.pedalabikeaway.co.uk/
Welcome to Pedalabikeaway We are the area's premier bike hire specialists based at Cannop on the head of the cycle trails in the beautiful and historic Forest of Dean. Fancy some exercise or a day out with the kids? Why not take a ride on our easy-going family cycle trail. Feeling more adventurous? Then grab a mountain bike and go cross-country. Or if you're looking for a buzz, test yourself on the challenging range of downhill routes. We're active cyclists ourselves and our aim is to make your day in the forest fun and enjoyable. Drop into the cycle centre and enjoy our great cafe, book your bike in to the workshop for a service or let our friendly and knowledgable team point out the best …

www.perrygrove.co.uk
Wondering what to do with the kids? As you can see there's lots of things to do for children and grandchildren on a steam train day out at Perrygrove - not just a steam train ride but lots of other ideas for the kids including treehouses, under-cover play, and our wonderful woodland to explore. We are adding new attractions for grown-ups too. Please allow at least an hour for your fun day out - many of our visitors stay all day! We are located on the edge of the Dean Forest, near Coleford in Gloucestershire. We're on the border of South Wales.

www.puzzlewood.net
What is the magic of Puzzle Wood ? Could it be the maze of pathways winding through the gulley's of mossy rocks, the twisted roots of the yew trees or the bridges, lookouts and other things you can find on your way round?Puzzlewood is a unique and enchanting place, located in the beautiful and historic Forest of Dean. Explore a mile of meandering pathways, with its fantastic tree and rock formations, through this 14 acre ancient woodland. It has an atmosphere quite unlike any other wood you have visited. JRR Tolkien is reputed to have taken his inspiration for the fabled forests of Middle Earth from Puzzlewood, and it's easy to see why.

www.ross-on-wye.com
Ross on Wye nestles in the South Herefordshire countryside and is an ancient town with panoramic views overlooking the River Wye. The town sits on a high on a sandstone cliff and has peaceful gardens and excellent walks beside the River. Ross has a long and varied history and first appears in records of 1016 and has a 13th Century Church and a Market House from the 17th Century. Ross-on-Wye boasts to having been one of the first recorded attempts to beautify a town for the benefit of its residents. Originally it was known as "Ross" but became "Ross-on-Wye" in 1931 due to confusion with other places of the same or similar name. Ross-on-Wye came into the forefront of British tourism when it be…

www.visitforestofdean.co.uk
Welcome to the Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire! A magical place where you can get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life and enjoy beautiful and extraordinary surroundings. The Forest of Dean, the ‘Queen of Forests', has something for everyone - fascinating heritage, spectacular and varied landscapes, plus warm and friendly hospitality.

www.wyedeantourism.co.uk
Welcome to the wonderful Wye Valley and Forest of Dean, this magical borderland fought over for centuries by the English and the Welsh. Visit the local market towns where you can find a variety of specialist shops and restaurants, and where you can take afternoon tea and watch the world go by. Take a trip to the studios and galleries of local artists, and perhaps have a go yourself. Experience the food and drink for which the area has become renowned, from goat’s cheese, Single Gloucester, and local Brie to old spot sausages, dry cured bacon, venison, asparagus, apples and pears, cider, beer and even wine from local vineyards. Enjoy walking, canoeing, climbing, caving, cycling and moun…

www.wyenot.com/
A photographic tour of Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire and the Wye ValleyFind B&B, hotel, guesthouse and other accommodation, local pubs, restaurants, where to go shopping, business and tourist information. Navigate your way visually around the historic Herefordshire market town of Ross on Wye, the 'Gateway to the Wye Valley', using the photographic map. See Ross on Wye both past and present by viewing photographs of events. Read Ross-on-Wye News items on 'Wyenot News', the on-line local news section. Read the news back issues. Visit caves, castles, local cider makers and places of both historic and scenic interest within the Wye Valley and Forest of Dean, such as Symonds Yat and Yat Rock.