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About Hereford

Hereford is a town in the west of England bordering wales. It has a beautiful cathedral which was established in the 7th century and a medieval bridge over the River Wye. Famous for its cider making all over the world. David Garrick (1717 - 1779), one of the most influential and popular figures in the whole of British theatre history was born here, as was the royal mistress of Charles II, Nell Gwynne. She was one of 13 of Charles's mistresses but the most popular with the public. There is a pub named after her on Monkmoor street in the City. The famous british fighting force the SAS are also based in Hereford and the area is famous too for its cattle, the white faced Herefordshire Bull which is used alot as an emblem to signify something as being from Herefordshire

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Hotels & Accommodation in Hereford

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	The Green Dragon Hereford, Herefordshire, England (0.1 miles, 0.2 km) Near Hereford Cathedral, this historical coaching inn dates back to the 16th century. Set in the city centre, The Green Dragon offers free Wi-Fi and limited free parking.... More info and book online.. Price from £55.00
	Castle House Hotel Hereford, Herefordshire, England (0.2 miles, 0.4 km) Between the beautiful Malvern Hills and the Welsh border, Castle House is situated in Hereford, 2 minutes’ walk from the cathedral. There is free Wi-Fi throughout, and free parking on site.... More info and book online.. Price from £80.00
	The Merton Hotel Hereford, Herefordshire, England (0.3 miles, 0.4 km) The Merton Hotel is in the centre of Hereford, a 5-minute walk from Hereford Train Station. The Merton offers rooms with TVs and a restaurant serving international and traditional food.... More info and book online.. Price from £70.00
	Alberta House Hereford, Herefordshire, England (0.5 miles, 0.8 km) This guest house offers peaceful accommodation, 10 minutes' walk from Hereford city centre and train/coach stations. All rooms at Alberta House are en suite, non-smoking and offer hospitality trays.... More info and book online.. Price from £50.00
	Aylestone Court Hotel Hereford, Herefordshire, England (0.5 miles, 0.9 km) Aylestone Court Hotel and Restaurant is a restored Georgian town house just 10 minutes’ walk from Hereford city centre. It offers rooms with satellite TV and an á la carte restaurant.... More info and book online.. Price from £65.00

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Nearby travel help

Hereford Station	(0.6 miles, 1.0 km)
M50 Junction 4	(10.9 miles, 17.5 km, direction SE)
Leominster Station	(11.7 miles, 18.9 km, direction N)
M50 Junction 3	(13.0 miles, 20.9 km, direction SE)
Bristol International Airport	(46.5 miles, 74.9 km, direction S)
Birmingham International Airport	(49.8 miles, 80.1 km, direction NE)
Hereford to London	(117.3 miles, 188.7 km, direction E)