Ross on Wye Tourist Information Herefordshire

Ross-on-Wye Books, Town Guide and River Wye Cruises

Ancient market town Ross-on-Wye is a charming small town situated alongside the River Wye. There's something for everyone here in Ross on Wye, from family canoeing or kayaking holidays on the River Wye, to historical touring of the town (note the striking 13th century St Mary's Church - its iconic tall spire is a feature of the town) which has an informative heritage centre set in a Market House dating from 1650.

Family holiday attractions abound in the town and surrounds, including a giant maze, a butterfly zoo and river cruises. Fishing, riverbank walking and the Ross Regatta also pull in the crowds to beautiful Ross-on-Wye - more old English/Herefordshire than Welsh.

The Symonds Yat stretch of the river Wye is particularly scenic, and the best way to enjoy it is via a river cruise! Kingfisher Cruises run regular river trips starting from Symonds Yat East. Trips run for about 40 minutes, taking in Ross-on-Wye village from the water and the Symonds Yat gorge. On board you get all in commentary during the cruise, plus refreshments available. Evening trips can also be booked. The Kingfisher seats 32 people and the Wye Pride seats 50. Trips from from March through to the end of October. Phone for details below.

Kingfisher Cruises, Wye Rapids Cottage, Symonds Yat West, Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire, HR9 6BL. Tel: 01600 891063.

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Ross on Wye Golf Club

Ross-on-Wye Golf Club is an 18 hole course with excellent facilities on-site including a well equipped golf clubhouse, golf tuition, and a fully stocked pro shop.

Look to the Ross-on-Wye Golf Club's website right for more details.

The Ross-on-Wye Golf Club, Gorsley, Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire. HR9 7UT. Tel: 01989 720267

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Ross-on-Wye Holiday Attractions

The Amazing Hedge Puzzle, Symonds Yat West, Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire HR9 6DA. Tel: 01600 890360. The Jubilee Maze is around 20 years old and located in Ross-on-Wye. As superb family attraction, guaranteed to grab the kids' interest (discounts apply for families/check the Maze's weblink right). The design is original, and based on mazes which were popular in England around 400 years ago. It's a puzzle to get out of it, and there are a few exit route options. Failing that, shout for help or wave a white flag! Checkout also Grandma Peggy's Traditional Sweetshop and Family Life Museum, The Corn Exchange, 7 High Street, Ross-on-Wye, HR9 5HL.Tel: 01989 764264. See website right.

Wye Valley Butterfly Zoo, Jubilee Park, Symonds Yat West, Ross-on-Wye HR9 6DA. Tel: 01600 890360. The Butterfly Zoo website is linked right. Situated between Ross on Wye and Monmouth, the Butterfly Zoo is a great family attraction with an education and conservation edge. Take guided tours, and walk with free-flying exotic butterfies - magic!

Ross-on-Wye Market House Heritage Centre, Market Place, Ross-on-Wye, HR9 5BZ. Tel: 01432 260675. A good place to start your exploration on Ross and the surrounding Wye Valley. The Market House building itself dates from 1650. Exhibitions focus on local social and community history. Open April to October/Mon to Sat 10.30am to 5pm, Sunday and Bank Holiday Mondays 10.30am to 4pm. From November to March open Tues to Sun from 10.30am to 4pm. Full Disabled access and free admission.

Parkfields Gallery, 4 High Street, Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire HR9 5HL. Tel: 01989 565266. See Website right for more details. Open Monday to Saturday, 9.30am to 5pm.

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Goodrich Castle & the History of Goodrich Castle, Ross-on-Wye

Situated alongside the River Wye, overlooking the Symonds Yat Valley, Goodrich Castle is a striking castle indeed and wonderfully preserved. Built by Godric in the late 11th century, many adjustments and additions were added to Goodrich Castle over the years.

This English Castle has one of the best examples of medieval domestic buildings in existance across castles in the UK. It changed hands a few times during the Civil War.

A cafe, shop and visitor centre with exhibit is all on-site. Parking is situated 400 years from the castle, and discounts apply for groups of 11 or more. Check the Goodrich Castle English Heritage website right for opening times and entrance fee cost.

Goodrich Castle, Herefordshire - HR9 6HY. Tel: 01600 89538. See English Heritage weblink on Goodrich Castle to the right.

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