Presteigne, our local town, is less than a mile away and a comfortable twenty minute stroll either cross country or down our lovely country lanes. It is a small town of great charm and interest, with quirky shops, pubs and wine bars, butchers, delis and restaurants. The Judge’s Lodging was voted among the UK’s 10 best small museums. There are also wonderful short and picturesque walks to be found hereabouts, and a public footpath goes directly past the house towards the famous Offa’s Dyke.

The woodland around Paradise Farmhouse teems with flora and fauna. Every day starts with an astonishing chorus of birdsong; every walk reveals a rich variety of birds and beasts.

Further afield there are plenty of places to visit, amongst them Hay-On-Wye, Ludlow and Brecon. The Elan Valley lakes, the Brecon Beacons, Snowdonia, the Pembrokeshire coast and the Gower Peninsula are all within easy reach by car and offer everything from dramatic snow capped mountain vistas to cliff hugged beaches of white sand. Hereford (30 minutes away) cathedral, Mappa Mundi, cider museum.

Hay-on-Wye (35 minutes) books, crafts and antiques, canoeing, Hay Bluff.Ludlow  (30 minutes)  famed for its half framed buildings, its castle and its foodBrecon (40 minutes)  Brecon Beacons, outdoor activities.Leominster  (20 minutes) antiques, Priory Church.Kington  (10 minutes)  Offa’s Dyke, The Mortimer Trail.Knighton  (10 minutes away) Offa’s Dyke CentrePembridge  (10 minutes) half framed buildings, Black and White villages tour.

Walk or cycle to award-winning pubs, traditional boozers, picturesque half timbered villages, fêtes, farmers’ markets, gardens or concerts.

Local restaurants include the Michelin starred Stagg at Titley, the Hat Shop in Presteigne (01544 260 017), The Harp at Old Radnor and many more.

There are also wonderful short and picturesque walks to be found hereabouts, and a public footpath goes directly past the house towards Offa’s Dyke. We can help you with maps and routes for local walks and the Presteigne town trail.

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Presteigne, our nearest town, is less than a mile away, a comfortable twenty minutes’ stroll either along the bridle path or down lovely country lanes. It is a small town of great charm and interest, with boutiques, pubs and restaurants. The Judge’s Lodging was voted among the UK’s 10 best small museums.

The woodland around Paradise Farmhouse teems with flora and fauna. Every day starts with an astonishing chorus of birdsong; every walk reveals a rich variety of birds and beasts.

Other highlights might include a walk round the garden at Bryan’s Ground, a visit to the Bleddfa Centre for a painting class, or taking in an arthouse film or concert at one of our inspiring local venues.

Information on these and many other local attractions is available for you to peruse in our Reception, and we will be happy to make suggestions if you find yourself at a loose end.

For a comprehensive list of activities in the area, see the Presteigne Town Website, but here are a few you might like to sample during your visit:

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Gardens

• Bryan’s Ground
• Hergest Croft
• Westonbury Mill Water Gardens

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Golf

• Kington Golf Club – the highest 18-hole golf club in England
• Knighton Golf Club

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Riding

• Underhill Riding Stables
• Sue Adams Riding School
• Bryngwyn Riding Centre‎  01497 851 669

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Fishing

• Docklow Angling 01568 760 256
• Court Farm

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Canoeing

• Wye Valley Canoes

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Flying

• Herefordshire Aero Club

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Karting

• Kinsham Raceway

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Mountain boarding

• Court Farm Mountain Board Centre

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Rallying

• Phil Price Rally School

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Shooting

• Griffin-Lloyd Shooting Ground

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Horse Racing

• Welsh and Border Counties Harness Racing
• Ludlow Racecourse

There are many and charmingly varied events to be enjoyed in the area throughout the year, ranging from the literary heights of the Hay Festival, to the comical and eccentric proceedings at our local Tour de Presteigne and its International Electric Bicycle Festival.

For up to date listings, refer to BroadSheep or see our selected shortlist of venues and events:

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May

Tour de Presteigne - International Electric Cycle Festival (2^nd week)

May/ June

Hay Festival of Literature & the Arts (end May-early June)

July

Sheep Music Festival at Presteigne (2^nd half of July)

Titley Jazz Festival (end July)

August

The Big Chill Festival (early August)

Brecon Jazz Festival (early August)

Presteigne Music Festival (late August)

September

Ludlow Food Festival (2nd week of September)

Herefordshire Art Week (2nd week of September)

December

Hay Festival Winter Weekend (1st weekend)

If you want to explore a bit further afield, there are plenty of interesting and beautiful places to visit, amongst them:

Knighton, where you can find out more information on the Offa’s Dyke, and stock up on provisions for your stay in Harry Tuffins – an experience not to be missed! (15 minutes)

Kington, with its award winning butchers, the lovely gardens at Hergest Croft and our favourite local walk up to Hergest Ridge, past the monkey puzzle trees (15 minutes)

Ludlow, with its half-framed buildings, castle and food festival (30 minutes)

Hereford, for its lovely cathedral, the Mappa Mundi and a refreshing stop at the Cider Museum (35 minutes)

Hay-On-Wye, famed for its book and antique shops, as well as its location on the river Wye, making it an ideal place to try your hand at canoeing (45 minutes)

Brecon and its Beacons, giving you plenty of choice for outdoor activities (45 minutes)

The Elan Valley lakes, with their spectacular landscape and Victorian dams (1 hour)

Snowdonia,  with its snow-topped peaks, for serious hikes and cycle rides  (2 hours)

The Pembrokshire coast, with its rugged cliffs and sandy beaches (2 hours)

The Gower Peninsula, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, for surfing and sun-bathing (2 hours)