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Worcestershire and Herefordshire

With rural idylls, historic castles, city centre escapes and Capability Brown landscaped parklands, we're sure there's something for you in Herefordshire and Worcestershire.

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Top places to visit in Worcestershire and Herefordshire

A view across the lake to the house at Croome, Worcestershire, which is surrounded by trees in autumnal shades.
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Croome 

Expect the unexpected. Incredible innovation, devastating loss, remarkable survival and magnificent restoration all in one place.

Worcester, Worcestershire

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Greyfriars' House and Garden, Worcestershire. Set in the heart of historic Worcester, Greyfriars is a charming timber-framed merchant's house.
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Greyfriars House and Garden 

Late medieval merchant's house, rescued from demolition, in Worcester city centre

Worcester, Worcestershire

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View of the main house and formal vegetable garden at Hanbury Hall, Worcestershire
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Hanbury Hall 

William and Mary-style country house, garden and park

Droitwich Spa, Worcestershire

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The garden in front of the house at The Firs, Worcestershire
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The Firs 

Birthplace of Sir Edward Elgar

Lower Broadheath, Worcestershire

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Berrington Hall, a prominent feature, can be spotted in the distance within the vast parkland, with trees framing the border of the frame.
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Berrington Hall 

Georgian grandeur on a human scale; neoclassical mansion by Henry Holland set in 'Capability' Brown's final landscape and gardens

near Leominster, Herefordshire

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The Gatehouse, moat and Lower Brockhampton House, the medieval manor house on the Brockhampton Estate in Herefordshire
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Brockhampton 

Traditionally farmed estate and medieval manor house. Brockhampton is home to the largest orchard cared for by the National Trust.

near Bromyard, Herefordshire

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A view of the outside of Croft Castle and the church
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Croft Castle and Parkland 

1000 years of power, politics and pleasure in an intimate family home

near Leominster, Herefordshire

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A woman walking over a wooden bridge with lots of bushes and trees underneath it and around it. Far below on the left, there is a river.
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The Weir Garden 

Escape to this spectacular riverside garden and be absorbed by natural beauty.

Hereford, Herefordshire

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Walking in Worcestershire and Herefordshire

Put on your boots and explore the many miles of footpaths that criss cross the places that we care for

Close-up of the feet of a visitor wearing flowery patterned wellington boots walking on a woodland path between trees in full leaf

Walking in Worcestershire and Herefordshire 

From a short lakeside stroll to a lengthier rural ramble, there are walks for everyone in Worcestershire and Herefordshire. Discover our pick of the best.

Gardens in Worcestershire and Herefordshire

Take a stroll through these great gardens and experience the sights and smells

The restored parterre at Hanbury Hall, Worcestershire with neatly clipped box hedging in a geometric pattern interspersed with summer flowers. Behind the parterre the red brick exterior of the house can be seen.
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The garden and parkland at Hanbury Hall 

Enjoy the gardens and parkland at Hanbury Hall. From the Walled Garden to Kytes Orchard and beyond, the outdoors at Hanbury look beautiful throughout the year.

Apples hanging from a tree in the orchard in the walled garden at Berrington Hall, Herefordshire.
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The garden at Berrington Hall 

Berrington is an internationally significant garden and final landscaping masterpiece completed by ‘Capability’ Brown, packed with signature features to enjoy.

The rear of Croft Castle from the Walled Garden, Herefordshire
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The garden at Croft Castle 

Discover the garden at Croft Castle, taking in the historic orchard within the walled garden, or listen to the birds in the church garden.

Family friendly days out in Worcestershire & Herefordshire

There's lots going on across Worcestershire and Herefordshire to entertain the family. Plan your day out today.

Child playing with a conker in autumn at Stourhead, Wiltshire

Family-friendly places to visit in Worcestershire and Herefordshire. 

From adventures in nature, outdoor trails and welly wanders, to seasonally inspired crafts, activities and games, there are lots of events and activities on offer with the National Trust in Herefordshire and Worcestershire.

Outdoor activities in Worcestershire and Herefordshire

Two people run along a gravel track at the Longshaw Estate in Derbyshire on a sunny winters day
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Outdoor activities on the Clent Hills 

Enjoy the great outdoors on the Clent Hills with miles of bridleway to explore. Find out about the best routes and keeping yourself safe while out walking and cycling on the Hills.

Our work in Worcestershire and Herefordshire

Tree felling at Croome, Worcestershire

Our work 

Learn more about how we're working to keep our places special for everyone to enjoy.

Places to stay in Worcestershire & Herefordshire

The exterior of Ambrey Cottage, Herefordshire

Ambrey Cottage 

Surrounded by woodland, this spacious cottage is the perfect spot for a peaceful break.

The exterior of Garden Cottage, Croft Castle, Leominster, Herefordshire

Croft Garden Cottage 

A gothic-style former gardener’s cottage tucked away in the walled garden of Croft Castle.

The exterior of The Lodge, Droitwich, Worcestershire

Hanbury Lodge 

At the entrance to the Hanbury estate, this handsome lodge has miles of walking trails on the doorstep.

The exterior of Hop KIln Farmhouse, Herefordshire

Hop Kiln Farmhouse 

A large, inviting house with its former hop kilns and barns, surrounded by countryside on the Brockhampton Estate.

The exterior of The Triumphal Arch, Leominster, Herefordshire

The Triumphal Arch 

Making up half of the arch, this unique holiday cottage has views across Capability Brown designed gardens.

The garden at The Weir Garden Cottage, Herefordshire

The Weir Garden Cottage 

From this welcoming dairy cottage, you’ll have your own gate into the Weir Garden’s 18th-century walled garden.

The exterior of Hop Kiln Cart Barn, Herefordshire

Hop Kiln Cart Barn 

This comfortable cottage is an 18th-century cart barn, with modern spaces tucked into the original stable partitions.

Sustainable Travel

view of the house at croome over our wildflower meadow
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Sustainable travel in Worcestershire & Herefordshire 

There are a number of sustainable options for travelling to and from the places in our care in Worcestershire and Herefordshire, whether you’re looking to travel by train, bus, or foot. Here’s a little more information that can help you plan your visit.

Upcoming events

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The Wildlife Art Society exhibition 

Hanbury Hall, Droitwich Spa, Worcestershire

Explore an exhibition by the Wildlife Art Society International running from Thursday 5 September – Tuesday 1 October in the Long Gallery.

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19 Sep to 1 Oct 2024
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Pages from Nature: Walk through the Pleasure Grounds 

Croome, Worcester, Worcestershire

Celebrate the 200 year anniversary of the publication of the 1824 guidebook to Croome, the Hortus Croomensis. Explore the views, scents and sounds of the garden at Croome using your own Hortus Croomensis booklet to guide you.

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19 Sep 2024 to 2 Mar 2025
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Book Month 

Berrington Hall, near Leominster, Herefordshire

This September, we're celebrating all of the books that we look after here at Berrington, both inside and out.

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19 Sep to 30 Sep 2024
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‘People, Proposition, Landscape’ showcase with Meadow Arts 

The Weir Garden, Hereford, Herefordshire

Rediscover the Weir Garden this September with an art and activity showcase at The Weir Garden.

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19 Sep to 22 Sep 2024
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Robert Adam bookcases display 

Croome, Worcester, Worcestershire

New display of Robert Adam bookcases on loan from the V&A at Croome Court.

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19 Sep to 23 Dec 2024
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11:00 to 16:00
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Wild Imagination Exhibition with Sarah Taylor Silverwood 

Croome, Worcester, Worcestershire

Wild Imagination is a new animation and accompanying soundtrack by artist Sarah Taylor Silverwood.

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19 Sep 2024 to 2 Mar 2025
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11:00 to 16:00
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Festival of Blossom - Origami Blossom Installation 

Croome, Worcester, Worcestershire

Experience our blossom origami display. Take in hundreds of handcrafted blooms made by our visitors, volunteers, and staff. The installation celebrates the important part that blossom plays in the spring landscape of Croome.

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19 Sep 2024 to 23 Feb 2025
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11:00 to 16:00
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Small Creatures of Avon Meadows 

Croome, Worcester, Worcestershire

Throughout 2024 Croome and Meadow Arts are collaborating with young people from Pershore to explore our Pages from Nature theme inspired by the landscape and plant collection at Croome.

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19 Sep 2024 to 2 Mar 2025
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11:00 to 16:30
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A group of four women along a path, in the background, down a hill is a reservoir

Where will you visit next?

Discover lots of gardens, historic houses, days out at the coast and more.