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Hampton Court Gardens (01568 797777) for both adults and children. There is a maze, underground passage and grotto. Lunch in the Orangery is inexpensive and good. Not open all year round so check first. This is a really great place
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Hergest Croft gardens (01544 230160) owned by a past secretary of the RHS. The Rhododendrons in Park Wood in May are spectacular. They also stage several open air productions during the summer
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Westonbury Water Mill (01544 388650). Very close by as the crow flies though unfortunately you will have to go by road to get there. Water gardens featured previously on TV
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Croft Castle (01568 780462) interesting buildings and gardens. Fabulous walks in the woods and up on the common
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Bryans Ground (01544 260001) Lovely interesting garden in Presteigne with wonderful Yew hedging. Only open at certain times or by appointment
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Eastnor Castle, Ledbury (01531 633160) medieval-type castle with lots to do!
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Berrington Hall (01568 615721). Impressive National Trust property
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Black and White Village tour - takes you through all the gorgeous villages in this part of Herefordshire
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Judges Lodge, Presteigne - interesting place in lovely historic market town
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Stokesay Castle, Shropshire SY7 9AH - finest 13th century fortified manor house in England