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Angling - Britain’s most popular participation sport has seen Ross-on-Wye attracting anglers for generations.
Avellino - 10 High Street, Ross-on-Wye HR9 5HL
Canoeing - Use the free canoe launch on Long Acre, just off Wye Street and close to The Bandstand, or The Hope & Anchor's launch (run by Hereford Canoe Hire) which is located immediately in front of the pub on the Rope Walk.
Photographer - Trish Henderson
Christmas Fayre - Keep an eye on this page for announcements of entertainment and more!
Christmas Markets - Come and explore a variety of traders selling everything from baked goods and street food to handmade gifts. Each market will have live music or entertainment to give you that festive feeling!
Coffee#1 - Market Place, Ross-on-Wye HR9 5BX
Cricket - If a game of cricket is more your scene, Ross-on-Wye Cricket Club is a grass roots club formed in 1837 and welcomes players of all ages and abilities, young and old.
Crowsfeet - 1 Cantilupe Road, Ross-on-Wye HR9 7AN
Cycling - Cycle routes to suit all levels and abilities - from challenging trails to gentle family rides - can be found within a stone’s throw of Ross-on-Wye.
Photographer - Dan Chubb
Domino’s - 33 Gloucester Rd, Ross-on-Wye HR9 5BS
Football - There are plenty of open green spaces in Ross-on-Wye for a knock about but if you’re interested in joining a local team, there is a vibrant football community based at Ross Sports Centre in Wilton.
Galleries - Ross-on-Wye's arts and crafts galleries
Golf - It may seem like a gentle sport but golf is an excellent way to improve your fitness levels and there are plenty of quality golf courses near Ross-on-Wye.
Photographer - Trish Henderson
Hedgehog Trail in Ross-on-Wye - by Yolande Watson. If you’re wondering how to escape the heat of the day this summer, make your way up to St Mary’s church, Ross-on-Wye and explore the Hedgehog Trail.
Heritage Trail - Explore the town's history through the trail of blue plaques, errected as the 1985 Mayor's project.
Horseriding - Where better to take in the stunning scenery and views of the Wye Valley than out in the open air on horse back?
Livinloom - 18 Gloucester Road, Ross-on-Wye HR9 5BU
Lot 47 - 47 High Street, Ross-on-Wye HR9 5HG
Masons - 11 Crofts Lane, Ross-on-Wye HR9 7AB
Moody Cow - Upton Bishop, Ross on Wye HR9 7TT
No 3 - 3 Gloucester Road, Ross-on-Wye HR9 5BU
Ohhs - 20 Broad Street, Ross-on-Wye HR9 7EA
Paddleboarding - Use the free canoe launch on Long Acre, just off Wye Street and close to The Bandstand, or The Hope & Anchor’s launch (run by Hereford Canoe Hire) which is located immediately in front of the pub on the Rope Walk.
parkrun - The weekly 5k community event starts at Ross Sports Centre every Saturday at 9am (or if the fields are flooded, the Yew Tree Inn in Peterstow).
Parsons - 1 Broad Street, Ross-on-Wye HR9 5NX
Pétanque - Wilton Bridge Pétanque Club is located in the Ross-on-Wye Sports Centre grounds and opened in April 2021 with eleven all weather gravel pistes.
Pronto’s - 3 Broad St, Ross-on-Wye HR9 7DZ
Roasts & Rambles #6 – Ramble by the Wye - Admire the River Wye as you step along the riverbank, taking in the countryside’s peace and quiet and stumbling on beautiful churches along the way on this 4.8 mile walk.
Roasts & Rambles #7 – The Wye, Woods & Caves - A gorgeous 5.9 mile walk in the Wye Valley which starts in Symonds Yat and follows the River Wye as it carves its way through cliffs and hills on both sides. Trek on through ancient woods, up to the summit to get the heart pumping, before reaching the fabled King Arthur’s Cave.
Rowing - Ross-on-Wye Rowing Club is a small friendly rowing club that welcomes everyone. 
Rugby - One of the oldest rugby clubs in the world, Ross Rugby Club formed just 2 years after the RFU had its first meeting to agree on a standardised set of rules back in 1873. There are plenty of opportunities for players and members of the local community to come down and enjoy either playing for or supporting their local rugby teams.
Skatepark - Ross-on-Wye's skatepark is located in Wilton Road car park adjacent to Ross-on-Wye Sports Centre. It is open all year round and is free for anyone to use.
Subway - 6 George Place, Gloucester Rd, Ross-on-Wye HR9 5BS
Swimming - The River Wye has recently attracted many new wild swimmers to its shores and local enthusiast, Angela Jones, has been doing just that for over 35 years. Known fondly as the Wild Woman of the Wye – and found above and below its waters all year round – Angela is often asked advice about wild...
Tennis & Table Tennis - Ross Tennis Centre (RTC) welcomes players of all ages and provides professional coaching for all abilities.
The Best - 21 Brookend Street, Ross-on-Wye HR9 7EE
Thomas Blake trail - Follow the life of Thomas Blake, a benefactor of Ross, through key points in the town.
Toy Box - 15 Broad Street, Ross-on-Wye HR9 7EA
Tudor Sweets - Tudor House, 12 High Street, Ross-on-Wye HR9 5HL
Walking - There are many guided and non-guided walks and there is also an annual Walking Festival organised by Walkers Are Welcome, attracting walkers of all abilities and ages.
Photographer - Trish Henderson
Walking Festival - The 2025 Festival will take place 26th to 28th September. This year has a great programme, some old favourites and some exciting new walks. The programme will be available for booking from 1st March 2025. You can view the programme here.
Woolly & Fluff - Opening times – Monday to Friday 10am to 5pm 21 High Street, Ross on Wye, United Kingdom
Herefordshire Trail relaunch - A 154 mile cirular walk around the county, through all 5 of its market towns.
New Hourly Bus Service as 232 Daffodil Line Doubles Departures - The service connects Ross-on-Wye, Newent, Ledbury and their surrounding villages on the Gloucestershire-Herefordshire border.
New Walking App: Ross-on-Wye Trails - A FREE app with a selection of short walks and trails in and around Ross Town Centre!
Vintage & Design Shopping Trail - A route of 16 independent businesses in our Town Centre that offer a wonderful selection of vintage and retro goods.
Wye Valley Walk – Fownhope to Ross-on-Wye - A 10.5 mile (16.9 km) walk from Fownhope village centre to Ross' riverside!
Wye Valley Walk – Ross-on-Wye to Kerne Bridge - A 5.5 mile (8.8 km) walk down the river from Ross' riverside to Kerne Bridge.
