What to do in Whitchurch

Activities, attractions and tours
Photo by Melanie Hartshorn
Photo by Melanie Hartshorn

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1. Brecon Beacons National Park

Brecon Beacons National Park is an expanse of immeasurable natural beauty. Rugged mountain ranges spill down to valleys while limestone caves and dramatic waterfalls highlight a landscape of flower-filled meadows, forests and grassy hills. Brecon Beacons National Park is a paradise for biking, hiking, horseback riding and touring on canals. Discover more than 250 ancient monuments, villages crowned by castles and designated UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
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Brecon Beacons National Park which includes rainforest, a waterfall and a lake or waterhole

2. Gloucester Cathedral

Visit Gloucester Cathedral to discover centuries of British art, architecture and history at one of its most impressive cathedrals. Admire the range of architectural styles, descend down to the ancient crypt and enjoy views of Gloucestershire’s lush countryside from the tower. Walk in the footsteps of celebrated kings and famous movie stars.
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Gloucester Cathedral showing a church or cathedral, heritage architecture and interior views

3. Gloucester Docks

Gloucester Docks is a stylish commercial and residential waterfront district with many things to do. Attend maritime festivals, visit ancient ruins and shop at antique stores, boutiques and well-known retailers. Gloucester Docks was once Britain’s most inland port and traded in everything from fruit and grain to timber, wine and wool. Today, the Victorian merchant warehouses have been converted into a contemporary space that mixes tourism with maritime heritage.
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Merchants\' Quay which includes shopping, street scenes and signage

4. Thornbury Castle

Set in an estate of lush parkland and glorious Tudor gardens is Thornbury Castle. Spend a day enjoying the regal elegance and sumptuousness of this one-time residence of British monarchs. Treat yourself to a night of romance in the castle’s ornate rooms. Dine on meals inspired by food grown in the castle gardens and indulge in therapeutic massage treatments.
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Walk the grounds once traversed by royalty, dine in a dungeon and spend the night in a room fit for a king.

5. Tintern Abbey

Tintern Abbey was founded by Walter de Clare, lord of Chepstow, in 1131. Monks lived, worked and prayed here for 400 years until the abbey was dissolved by Henry VIII in 1536, along with all other monasteries in England, Wales and Ireland.
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Tintern Abbey featuring château or palace, a church or cathedral and religious elements

Popular places to visit

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Goodrich Castle

4.5/5(5 reviews)

Goodrich Castle is just one of the places to see in Goodrich, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the riverfront in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Goodrich Castle
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Symonds Yat West Leisure Park

Enjoy an outing to Symonds Yat West Leisure Park during your stay in Ross-on-Wye. Stroll along the riverfront in this relaxing area or visit its lively bars.

Symonds Yat West Leisure Park
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Wilton Castle

You can find out about the history of Wilton with a visit to Wilton Castle. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

Wilton Castle
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St Mary's Church

4/5(2 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Foy when you stop by St Mary's Church. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

St Mary's Church
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The Maltings

You can enjoy retail therapy at The Maltings during your visit to Ross-on-Wye. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the lively bars.

The Maltings