10 of the Best Walks in Herefordshire
From short riverside strolls to multi-day hikes, here are some of my favourite walking routes in Herefordshire
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| Walking in Herefordshire |
North Herefordshire
The Climbing Jack Trail – 9 Miles
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| Mortimer Forest |
Located within Mortimer Forest, just south of Ludlow, the Climbing Jack Trail winds through ancient woodland, quiet forest tracks and rising viewpoints above the Herefordshire countryside. This is a peaceful yet demanding walk, with incredible forest scenery and occasional openings that reveal long views towards Wales and the Shropshire Hills. Read more about the Climbing Jack Trail
Hergest Ridge – 7 Miles
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| Hergest Ridge |
One of Herefordshire’s most iconic ridge walks, Hergest Ridge delivers wide views across the Marches, the Brecon Beacons and the Black Mountains. The route crosses open moorland where wild ponies roam. Discover the Hergest Ridge walk
South Herefordshire
Coppett Hill and the River Wye – 6 Miles
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| The Wye below Yat Rock |
Near Goodrich and Symonds Yat, this circular walk combines a steady climb to Coppett Hill’s viewpoint with a more gentle return along the banks of the River Wye. You get woodland paths, river bends and fantastic views across the Wye Valley. Read more about the Coppett Hill and River Wye Walk
Capler Walk – 2 Miles
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| The Wye near Mordiford |
A short but stunning route near Brockhampton following quiet paths and riverside stretches along the River Wye. Capler Camp adds interest above the valley, while the surrounding trees make this especially beautiful in spring and autumn. Explore the Capler Circular Walk
Garway Hill and Kentchurch – 6.5 Miles
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| Skirrid (right) from Garway Hill |
Rising above the Monnow Valley near the Welsh border, Garway Hill is a rewarding climb with sweeping summit views across Herefordshire, the Black Mountains and deep into Wales. Open hillside and grazing ponies make it one of the county’s most beautiful walks. Try the Garway Hill and Kentchurch walk
East Herefordshire
Ledbury to Malvern – 11 Miles
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| Approaching the Herefordshire Beacon from the south |
Starting in the historic market town of Ledbury, this walk heads east through beautiful woodland, the scenic Eastnor Deer Park and along the Malvern Hills between British Camp and the Worcestershire Beacon. View the Ledbury to Malvern walking route
Ledbury to Hereford – 17 Miles
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| The dragon in Mordiford |
A long-distance rural walk linking Ledbury with Hereford through orchards, farmland, woodland and rolling countryside. It’s a classic Herefordshire route that showcases the county’s agricultural heartland and village landscapes. View the Ledbury to Hereford walk at Slow Ways
West Herefordshire
Black Hill Circular Walk – 5 Miles
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| Wild ponies on Cat's Back |
In the Black Mountains near Hay-on-Wye, this circular route climbs to the summit of Black Hill (the Cat’s Back), offering glorious ridge walking and panoramic views across the borderlands and into Olchon Valley. Open slopes and dramatic scenery define this memorable hike. If you want to make it longer, head from Black Hill to the Offa's Dyke Path to Black Mountain, which at 703m is the highest point in Herefordshire. Explore the Black Hill Circular Walk
Merbach Hill and Arthur’s Stone – 4 Miles
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| Arthur's Stone |
This varied walk combines the ascent of Merbach Hill with a visit to Arthur’s Stone, a Neolithic burial chamber set in open countryside. Wide views across the Golden Valley make the climb particularly rewarding. Discover the Merbach Hill and Arthur’s Stone walk
Monnow Valley Walk – 39 Miles
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| Approaching Hay Bluff from Hay-on-Wye |
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