Langstone Court Farmhouse is very popular with large families. It has a large self catering kitchen and a combination of bunk and twin beds. Suitable for group accommodation and hen parties it is only 5 miles from Ross on Wye and is ideally placed to access Herefordshire, the Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire and the Brecon Beacons.

Holt Farm offers an idyllic setting for your family get-together or special celebration with friends, Holt Barns dining hall can seat all 20+ guests together.  Located on an organic farm in the rolling hills of Herefordshire, there is easy access to Hay-on-Wye and the Welsh borders and Brecon Beacons.  For a superbly relaxing short break and fun filled days with outdoor activities and walks galore.  

You can stay in any combination of Holt’s four luxury cottages which accommodate 2, 4, 7 and 8 guests. Stay in all four for exclusive use of the secluded site and have the activities on site at Holt Farm or at sites around Herefordshire 

Contact Ruth Christopher

Holt Farm Holiday Cottages, Michaelchurch Eskley, Herefordshire, HR2 0PT   Tel 01981 510238

 Email christophers@holtfarmholidays.com

 

Old Great Marlborough, Herefordshire

www.mountaingap.com sleeps 22

 

 

A spacious, very comfortable, historic country house situated in the heart of the Golden Valley in border countryside between England and Wales with magnificent views of the Black Mountains and the Brecon Beacons.  The house has 3 acres of its own grounds which are set in mature gardens and lawns and feature a tennis court with viewing pavilion, paved terraces with built-in barbecue, large play house and swings. 

The house is at the end of a track which is itself off a B road about 11/2 miles outside of Grosmont Village so it is very secluded.  The accommodation consists of very generously sized rooms featuring a mix of fine antique furniture and comfortable furnishings. 

There is a large country kitchen with an AGA, an additional oven and hob unit and a built-in microwave/multifunction oven, marble work surfaces and a large breakfast table.  The main room (30 x 20) has a substantial open fireplace and is a very welcoming room with large sofas and chairs.  The dining room with its antique dining table and dressers can seat groups of at least 18 adults comfortably.  The bedrooms will cater for up to 22 occupants.

There is also a conservatory, 3 TV rooms, a games den with snooker and table football and an indoor heated swimming pool that doubles as a play area for basketball when the floor of the swimming pool is closed (our children like to play roller hockey and a sort of mixed tennis and squash in here).

 

Contact: Dawn Arbuthnott

Mountain Gap Ltd, PO Box 152, Hereford, HR1 9EX Tel 020 8896 7060 Office open Mon, Wed and Thurs.

 

 

The Old Vicarage, Herefordshire

www.aymestreyruralretreats.co.uk sleeps 16 - 40 This beautiful spacious Regency house is set back from a main road, in 8 acres of peaceful grounds leading down to the River Lugg and has been tastefully restored by its owners. For a walking activity it is Ideally positioned for exploring rural Herefordshire with the Mortimer Trail on the doorstep and Offa's Dyke Path close by.

If you want to canoe or fish then the River Lugg runs through the grounds and is easily accessible.

Hen parties are most welcome and the 8 acres of grounds are really well suited to running a Team Challenge for your party.

Horse riding is also available and if visitors want to bring their own horse, there is a paddock on site.The local airport at Shobden has easy access for those who prefer to arrive without the hassle of congested motorways and endless traffic queues.

 

Visitors to the spectacular Flanesford Priory, nestling beneath the famous Goodrich Castle, can be sure of a genuine welcome to a unique historical building set in a beautiful, tranquil location in the Heart of the Wye Valley.

 

Any group wanting to do team building or have corporate entertainment in the most beautiful of surroundings should look no further. Flanesford Priory has 9 apartments ranging from the Kerne Apartment which sleeps 2 up to the Wye Apartment which sleeps up to 10.It is the ultimate peaceful retreat to escape the stress of modern day living but still be in easy reach of recreational activities, photographic opportunities and the chance to explore breathtaking countryside either on foot or by car.

Located just over the Welsh border into Monmouthshire and the beautiful Brecon Beacons National Park, Courtyard Cottage is a large self catering barn perfect for up to 14 guests.
Only 3 miles from Abergavenny, Hopyard Farm is a perfect venue to gather friends and family. Offering 6 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, large kitchen and dining area plus indoor games room and outdoor space. 
Guests can walk out the door and climb the nearby Sugar Loaf Mountain, stroll along the towpath of the Brecon-Monmouth canal or join the Usk Valley Walk. A full range of activities are available including gorge walking, abseiling, climbing, pony trekking, paragliding, canoeing and not forgetting cycling runs from the farm.

Holly Tree House, Herefordshire

www.hollytreehouse.info  sleeps 20

 

Holly Tree House is a characteristic three-storey Victorian property, which sleeps up to 20 people, located in the heart of the Wye Valley – a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty – only a short drive from the major road networks (M4 & M50)

The house is ideal for family get-togethers, team building and walking holidays.

Set in a dramatic location in a wooded gorge with views across the river and up to Symonds Yat  Rock, world famous for its Peregrine Falcons,

This group accommodation is a prime location for canoeing, rock climbing, caving, horse riding and even balloon flights!

Experience this breathtaking scenery at any time of the year.

The peace and tranquillity is interrupted only by the sound of the rapids below.

 

Contact: Juliet

Holly Tree House Tel  01600 772929

Farr Cottages, Herefordshire
www.farrcottages.co.uk  sleeps 2 - 12 - 30

Cefncoedbach Farm Cottages, Brecon

www.breconholidaycottages.co.uk    sleeps 8 and 12

Bunkhouse Accommodation

The Fountain Lodge, Gloucestershire

www.fountaininnandlodge.co.uk  sleeps 32

The Fountain Lodge has recently been renovated to provide good quality hostel accommodation at affordable prices. The lodge is available for groups of 8 to 32 people, and we welcome school parties, clubs, families, or just organised groups of friends looking for a budget holiday, without having to resort to poor quality accommodation.   

 

Full-size bunk beds are provided in dormitories accommodating 2,3,4,9 and 12 people. If required, prior arrangements can also be made to accommodate two, less able, guests at the Fountain Inn. Mattresses and pillows are provided, but sleeping bags and towels should be brought with you. Alternatively "bed-kits" can be rented for a small fee.
Downstairs are full self-catering facilities, including utensils, microwaves, fridges, freezers and stoves. Adjoining this is a dining area and lounge, with television. A large barbecue and outdoor seating area are also available.
Alternatively meals, including breakfast, are available from the Fountain Inn. Central heating and double-glazing throughout makes this an ideal base any time of year.

Please note that exclusive use of the hostel cannot be guaranteed for groups of less than 22 people

Contact: Alan & Michelle Powell 
The Fountain Inn, Parkend, Near Lydney, Royal Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire, GL15 4JD   Tel: 01594 562189

 

 

Clyngwyn Bunkhouse, Powys, Wales

www.bunkhouse-south-wales.co.uk  sleeps 19+

Clyngwyn is a unique venue offering a range of accommodation set within the heart of the Brecon Beacons and 200m away from the best gorge walking and waterfalls that the Wales and the Brecon Beacons can offer. With your 4 star bunkhouse accommodation comes 4 acres of land, fire pit and BBQ area for your exclusive enjoyment.   Clyngwyn's range of accommodation allows us to cater for a wide range of groups, family holidays, Stag parties, Hen Parties and reunions.

We are very flexible in catering for your groups accommodation and catering needs. We aim to provide affordable bunkhouse accommodation with a friendly and laid-back atmosphere for you to feel at ease to enjoy as you please. Camping is also available for larger groups using the bunkhouse so we can cater for larger groups.
Dogs and horses welcome by prior arrangement.