Linden Guest House

Set at the very south of the beautiful county of Herefordshire, with spectacular surrounding countryside, Ross-on-Wye has a dramatic setting on sandstone cliffs and panoramic views overlooking the gorgous River Wye.

The only town in the UK to be within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Ross-on-Wye is known as the birthplace of modern tourism since the days of the Reverend Gilpin and the Wye Tour. It really is the Gateway to the Wye Valley!

This picturesque small market town boasts an impressive 17th century Market Hall and Tudor timbered houses and is picture postcard material. A small market still takes place twice weekly under the Market Hall and livestock markets are held weekly at the modern Cattle Market on the outskirts of town. Within the town are some excellent independent shops ranging from small craft shops, galleries, antique shops, coffee shops and some of the larger high street chains.

Ross-on-Wye is an ideal base for exploring the Forest of Dean, Brecon Beacons, Black Mountains and the Malvern Hills along with widely-differing and interesting places including stunning Herefordshire and border countryside, prehistoric caves, mediaeval castles, Roman forts and Neolithic settlements. Within easy reach of Ross-on-Wye are the Cities of Hereford, Gloucester and Worcester each of which have their own Cathedral open to visitors.

All year round there's lots to see and do:

• Visit 12th century Wilton Castle on one of its open days
• Stroll along the riverside or follow the John Kyrle Walk, named after the town's 17th century benefactor
• Tackle a more demanding circular walk from the route of the Wye Valley Walk
• Fishing from the banks of the River Wye - noted for its salmon
• Treat yourself to a hot air balloon ride
• Enjoy tea and homemade cake in our local coffee houses
• Visit the Information Centre in the Market Hall and search for hedgehogs in St Mary's Church
• Hire a canoe and gently paddle along the Wye to the spectacular Symonds Yat
• Visit some of our great local events - Ross-on-Wye Walking Festival, Country and Western Festival, Ross-on-Wye Rowing Regatta, the Christmas Market and much much more.....

Ross-on-Wye can be reached by public transport; an hourly bus service from Gloucester and Hereford and an excellent service from National Express Coaches from Birmingham, London and Heathrow Airport means you can leave your car at home and travel here the easy way!

Ross-on-Wye
- Gateway to the Wye Valley

16th century Market Hall
Traditional markets are still held every Thursday and Saturday.

Wilton, Ross-on-Wye

Annual Rowing Regatta
Ross-on-Wye

Wilton Castle on the banks of the Wye
The ruins date from the 12th century

Photography copyright (c) K Wren. All Rights Reserved.