Make Something Wooden!Why not enjoy the Living Wood workshop, a short walk from where you're staying, by taking a greenwood course? From 2 hours to 2 days, suitable for any level of experience, spend some time in the trees learning to hand make beautiful spoons, stools or even chairs with woodworker Will St Clair.
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Historic HousesThere is a wealth of historic houses and estates all within an hour of the woods. Brockhampton Estate is a 5 minute drive, and Croft Castle, Berrington Hall, Croome Court, Witley Court and Eastnor Castle are all nearby.
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Ledbury TownLedbury, one of the best preserved market towns in England is just 12 miles from the Woods. Well worth spending time wandering the streets, dropping into the cafes, bookshops and Design Quarter.
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Hereford Cider MuseumHereford Cider Museum, housed in the former Bulmer's factory, is worth a look. Learn how apples were milled and pressed and the resulting juice was fermented to produce cider.
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Cathedral HoppingHereford Cathedral, whose windows are pictured above, or Worcester Cathedral are both well worth a visit. Both 15 miles or just under 30 mins drive these architectural gems will inspire and awe.
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Chase DistilleryThe Chase distillery is a family owned, single estate distillery, creating fine spirits since 2008 from the produce grown on the farm. They use a bespoke, handcrafted copper batch pot and every bottle is filled and sealed by hand. Tours are held on Fridays.
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