アシュパートンでの周辺の簡単なハイキングとウォーキング

The final rise just off Raycomb Lane gives a fine view across to the little village of Coddington and its church, All Saints. Beyond Coddington you can see across towards Bosbury and the rise of Fromes Hill whihc both feature further along on the Herefordshire Trail.

The Estate at Hope End has sadly been broken up, but some of the main buildings are still there and they all seem to be called Hope End! This house with it's walled garden and backdrop of trees is particularly fine, especially when it catches the afternoon autumn light.

The route continues along a big and well maintained path that gradually climbs through woodland. As the path is on the edge of the woods the light that comes through is sublime.

The sublime view across the east Herefordshire countryside that opens out as you climb the hill towards the woods.

FW Simcocks farm boasts a new Biodigestor plant to make it more eco-friendly. It looks unusual, but it is not jarringly out of place with the surrounds.

The famous vineyard at Coddington, not very big but beautifully formed. On a south facing slope amidst wonderful Herefordshire countryside, and the wines make here are good too - of a German type.

All Saints church, Coddington, set high on it's hill, catching the light from the setting sun. Delightful place with a terrific aspect, surrounded by wonderful mature Yew Trees.

This is a beautiful area. Walking through Joan’s Hill Farm Nature Reserve and the surrounding countryside epitomises the best of the English countryside. You will be surrounded by undisturbed woodland, flower rich meadows and wildlife.