Local Attractions
Walford is a small hamlet approximately 1 mile away from the old village of Leintwardine, known as Bravonium in Roman Times. The River Teme runs through the village, which is quintessentially English, boasting a thriving school, beautiful church, an award winning butcher, post office and even a cash point!
Most importantly of course, there is the Lion Inn - an historic old pub which stands beside the river, which is currently being re-furbished to a high standard. We mourn the loss this year of Flossie at the Sun Inn - one of the UKs last remaining parlour pubs. A local brewery is currently in the throes of purchasing and re-opening this very special old place, so once again you will be able to treat yourself to a drink in Flossies front parlour and catch up on a bit of village news with the locals.
The Jolly Frog is a superb restaurant just outside the village which specialises in fish cuisine, or the Baron of Beef in nearby Bucknell offers a varied menu priding itself on local food plus entertainment - you can visit their website www.baron-of-beef.co.uk for more information. Another fabulous local pub where you can catch up on the farming news(!) is The Royal George at Lingen - which serves up THE BEST steak, and keeps a lovely log fire going! We keep a "Food glorious food" folder which provides details of the menus in the pubs and restaurants in the local villages.
Ludlow is a scenic 10 minute drive away, with its award for "slow living", and a packed schedule of events though the year including the ever popular food festival, Fringe and Jazz festival, Medieval Christmas Fayre, many Antique and Craft markets, plus the Ludlow festival in June and July which offers you an experience unique in open air theatre. Step back in time and experience the world of Shakespeare in the truly glorious setting of Ludlow castle. Visit www.ludlowfestival.co.uk for more information.
There is cycle hire nearby and many walks to be enjoyed amongst the beautiful and unspoilt scenery of Mortimer Country, or drive 15 minutes into Wales, and take a glorious walk along Offas Dyke. If you're not feeling energetic we're in the middle of black and white village country, tourist signs will guide you on a drive through the most picturesque part of "Olde England".
We have a good stock of wildlife books and binoculars if you wish to go "spotting", or jigsaw puzzles, games and books if you want to tuck yourself up within the historic and characterful confines of the old courthouse.
Cookery courses are available at Chrissie's kitchen in nearby Buckton. Her Cooking with Taste courses are designed to inspire you! Please check out the website for details at www.cookingwithtaste.co.uk
Whether its relaxation, activity or broadening your mind, this beautiful countryside location has something to offer. Once you've discovered us, you'll want to come back!
"We stopped for coffee and stayed for three days - and wish it could be longer "
"Thanks a lot for this lovely stay, the place, the surroundings, the food and the landscape - everything was fantastic!"
"The area is delightful and has a relaxing air about it"