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FOR HISTORY LOVERS Arthur’s Stone, Arthur's Stone Lane, Dorstone, Herefordshire, HR3 6AX This enthralling Neolithic chambered tomb is over 5,000 years old and today only the large stones of the inner chamber remain. Once covered by a long ear th mound the chamber is formed of nine upright stones, with the enormous capstone estimated to weigh more than 25 tons.
As similar examples in this region were found to contain incomplete human skeletal remains and flint
arrowheads and pottery, an archaeological dig has been ongoing since 2021, though you can still visit the location freely and even join fascinating tours on cer tain dates.
Like many prehistoric monuments in this Wales/England borderland, this tomb has been linked to King Arthur since before the 13C. According to legend, it was here that Arthur slew a giant who lef t the impression of his elbows on one of the stones as he fell.
There is very limited park ing at the site, but you can use the car park in Dorstone village and walk the B-road up to the stone for approximately 1.2miles and enjoy wonder ful views.
FOR THE ADVENTURERS The Black Hill Craswall, Herefordshire HR2 0NL The beautiful Black Hill also known as 'Crib y Gar th' and ‘The Cat’s Back ’, is located in the Black Mountains and is an absolute must for keen walkers and those who enjoy the outdoors. Rising just west of the village of Craswall, the views are absolutely incredible, look ing out across the fabulous Welsh borders. Not for the feint-hear ted, there are fortunately plenty of informal vantage points to stop and enjoy your picnic, while watching the antics
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FOR FAMILIES Symonds Yat GL16 7NZ The gateway between south Gloucestershire and Herefordshire, Symonds Yat is famed for its beautiful r iver scenery. A designated National Landscape that straddles
the River Wye, filled with lush wooded
expanses, natural topography and captivating wildlife. It’s the ideal spot to bring your picnic blanket, relax and sit by the riverside watching the wildlife and canoeists go by… or perhaps you’ ll be one of them and stop off on along the river ’s flow. If you fancy getting more of a bird’s eye view, head up Symonds Yat Rock, which towers 120 metres above the r iver. Here you can look out for the peregrine falcons, goshawk s, ospreys and buzzards who all feature here at different times of the year. It’s a magical place with the most wonderful views.
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of the red k ites, buzzards, kestrels and wild ponies who are regular visitors to the area too.of antiquities, the Smallman monument (1635) is par ticularly interesting.
HEREFORDSHIRE & THE WYE VALLEY PE R F E CT PICN IC SPOT S
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