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Symonds Yat
Further into south Herefordshire Symonds Yat straddles the River Wye, with its magnificent natural landscapes and beautiful wooded expanses. Stretching into the Forest of Dean and the Wye Valley AONB (Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty) it is ideal for walking, cycling, climbing and river pursuits. Tackle the towering cliffs with adventure experts Summit Mountaineering or observe the Peregrine Falcons nesting on the cliff side from this scenic viewpoint. Cross the river on one of the two ancient hand pulled ferries or investigate the nearby ‘King Arthur’s Caves’ where archeological discoveries include the remains of a Saber-toothed Tiger.
The Wye Valley
An internationally important protected landscape, the Wye Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty spans the border between England and Wales and is cited as one of the most beautiful and scenic landscape areas in southern Britain. Renowned for its dense native woodlands and captivating wildlife, the beautiful River Wye, the fifth-longest river in the UK, meanders through this predominately rural area.
This spring the Wye Valley River Festival celebrates nature, culture, landscape and life with events along the riverside. Popular with walkers, canoeists and nature lovers its picturesque scenery is enjoyed by visitors from all around the world.
Find more about Ross-on-wye and Symonds Yat under HEREFORDSHIRE on our website
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Ross-on-Wye events
Herefordshire Ploughing Match
Biddlestone, St Owens Cross, Hereford, HR9 6NS ploughmen.co.uk/uk-matches ............................................... July
Ross on Wye
March
Linton Music Festival
lintonfestival.org
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August
Ross Rowing Regatta
Rowing Club
rossrowingclub.co.uk/regatta
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August
Herefordshire Country Fair
Caradoc
herefordshirecountryfair.co.uk
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August
Ross Carnival
Ross on Wye
rosscarnival.org.uk
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September
Ross Walking Festival
Ross on Wye
rosswalkingfestival.co.uk
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September
Ross Hedgehog Festival
Ross on Wye
playross.com/ hedgehog-festival.html ...............................................
December
Ross Christmas Carnival
Ross town
rosscarnival.org.uk
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December
Carols in the Chapel
Goodrich Castle
english-heritage.org.uk/ visit/places/goodrich-castle
For these and more What’s On events in Herefordshire visit eatsleepliveherefordshire.co.uk
Photos
Main The River Wye
1 Ross-on-Wye
2 Walenty Pytel sculpture 3 Ross town centre
4 Ross Carnival
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