This cycle tour takes you along the water meadows of the
River Arrow, and through the picturesque villages of Pembridge, Eardisland
and Kingsland. You are surrounded by old fashioned cider orchards, hop
fields and quiet country lanes, perfect for cycling. Cider tasting at
DunkertonÕs Cider Mill. Lovely gardens at Croft Castle and Berrington Hall
(National Trust) to visit on your last day.
Easy to moderate cycling with the occasional short
steep bit. Total 35 miles/ 56km. Opportunities for longer rides each day.
Arrive at your accommodation for your first nights stay
in Ludlow or the Teme Valley. Ludlow is a medieval fortified town with a
magnificent Norman castle. Lots of things to see and do, good inns and
restaurants, including two with Michelin stars.
Day 1. Petchfield Farm to Kingsland. Choice of routes
12-27 miles (19-43km). You are fitted out with your bike & equipment.
Follow the Lugg & Arrow valleys (one short hilly section) through
half-timbered villages, surrounded by hop fields and orchards.
Herefordshire is famed for its cider production, every farm has a cider
press. See how it all works and try some cider at DunkertonÕs Cider Farm,
in Pembridge. May is the time to see the blossom, summer to enjoy the cider
and autumn to see it all made.
Day 2. Kingsland to Petchfield Farm. 12-15miles
(19-24km). Return to Petchfield Farm via the gardens of the National Trust
properties of Croft Castle or Berrington Hall. Both places have special
orchards with local varieties & run Òapple Ò events in the cider making
season. Finishing any time in the afternoon, back at Petchfield Farm.
© Wheely wonderful cycling
