Grange Trekking Centre

Horse trekking through the Herefordshire countryside - that's what Grange Trekking Centre offers, and it's a proper way to see the landscape if you're not keen on walking the whole way yourself. You'll ride out from their base near Hereford, exploring the hills and valleys that make this corner of the Marches so appealing. The routes take you past farmland and woodland, the kind of riding that suits beginners through to experienced riders.

It's ideal if you're camping locally - places like Olchon Valley Campsite and Chapel House Farm Campsite sit within a few miles, making this a good afternoon activity to break up a longer stay. Families with kids who ride will get the most from it, though you'd want to check their minimum age requirements beforehand. A full day trek or half-day option is typical for centres like this, though you'll need to ring them directly for current prices and availability.

The real appeal here isn't that it's particularly famous or dramatic - it's that it gives you a different angle on the Herefordshire hills without needing to be a serious walker. You'll move faster than on foot, cover more ground, and see how the local farming works from horseback. Worth booking ahead, especially weekends. The website's there if you need their contact details, though opening hours seem to vary with the season.