A Guide to Exploring Vineyards from Ledbury

Best times to visit

Spring (April-May): The Malvern Hills are full of blossom and wildflowers, and vineyards start opening for tours.

Summer (June-August): The town hosts the Ledbury Poetry Festival (July), and the warm weather makes it perfect for vineyard visits and countryside walks.

Autumn (September-October): Harvest time at Three Choirs and other local vineyards, with colourful countryside for walking.

Winter (November-February): Quieter but cosy - vineyards like Three Choirs remain open for tastings, and Ledbury’s pubs and inns come into their own.

The vineyards near Ledbury

Within 15-20 minutes are Three Choirs Vineyard, one of the UK’s oldest and most established producers, and Coddington Vineyard, a boutique still wine estate. Within 30 minutes you’ll also find Frome Valley and Castle Brook, both small-scale and characterful.

What else is there to do in Ledbury?

Explore the historic Market House and timber-framed streets.

Visit the Heritage Centre for local history.

Walk in the Malvern Hills or cycle the quiet lanes of Herefordshire.

Day trip to Hereford for its cathedral and the Mappa Mundi.

Where to eat and drink in Ledbury

• Budget: The Prince of Wales - a classic pub with hearty mains at good prices.
• Create a splash: The Feathers Hotel - historic coaching inn with a strong menu and wine list.
• Push the boat out: Verzon House - elegant dining in a country house hotel, featuring wines from local estates.

For bottles: Three Choirs Vineyard has one of the best-stocked cellar doors in the country.

Where to stay

Three Choirs Vineyard - on-site rooms and lodges overlooking the vines, from £145.

The Feathers Hotel - historic rooms in the town centre, from £120.

Verzon House - boutique country house stay, from £150.

B&Bs and countryside cottages in the area, from £90.

FAQs about Ledbury vineyard weekends

• Can you get to Ledbury by train?
  Yes - Ledbury has a station on the Hereford-Worcester line, around 10 minutes’ walk from the centre.
  
• Can you reach vineyards from Ledbury by public transport?
  Not easily. All nearby vineyards require a taxi or car from town.
  
• Which vineyards are near Ledbury?
  Three Choirs, Coddington, Frome Valley, and Castle Brook are all within 30 minutes.
  
• Where can you try local wines in Ledbury?
  Verzon House and The Feathers Hotel both feature Herefordshire wines, while tastings are best done at the vineyards.
  
• Are there vineyard stays near Ledbury?
  Yes - Three Choirs Vineyard offers vineyard rooms and lodges.
  
• Is Ledbury a good base for a vineyard weekend?
  Yes - historic charm, excellent countryside, and several vineyards within 30 minutes make it one of the best Herefordshire options.