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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 - Fun on the river is one of the most enjoyable aspects of a holiday in Ross-on-Wye or of staying for a short break or long weekend. Meandering down the river by canoe, on your own or with a group, and watching the world drift by at a leisurely pace is one of the real pleasures...
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. The club’s historic pavilion was built in 1887 and was restored in 2005 as part of the ECB’s NatWest CricketForce initiative. They are now...
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. Cycle trails There are many routes to choose from in and around Ross-on-Wye – including Chase Woods and Penyard Hill or loops starting in Ross and taking in the...
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. Founded in 2004 the club has now grown to 30 teams including men’s, women’s, boys, girls, pan-disability and tots and...
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. Here are some of the best in the area if you’re visiting and fancy an afternoon on the green followed by a drink in the club lounge....
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. Spike – an eight foot high hedgehog – is currently taking shelter in the church. He made his debut at this year’s Ross Carnival and...
Heritage Trail - Explore Ross-on-Wye's historical blue plaque trail here
Horseriding - Where better to take in the stunning scenery and views of the Wye Valley than out in the open air on horse back? There are many horse riding centres which offer lessons, trekking or longer hacks in and around Ross-on-Wye – here are a few suggestions with driving times from Ross: Within 20 minutes’ drive:...
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
New Hourly Bus Service as 232 Daffodil Line Doubles Departures - Buses4Us are delighted to announce the introduction of a new hourly service on the 232 Daffodil Line bus from Monday 11th August. This will double the frequency of departures between Ross-on-Wye, Newent and Ledbury Monday to Saturday, retaining the existing Sunday Service. About Buses4Us Buses4Us CIC was formed in 2022 following the loss of commercial...
No 3 - 3 Gloucester Road, Ross-on-Wye HR9 5BU
Ohhs - 20 Broad Street, Ross-on-Wye HR9 7EA
parkrun - Ross-on-Wye has joined the national parkrun initiative to get people of all ages and abilities, fitter and healthier. 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). So whether you want to run, jog, volunteer or spectate –...
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. Pétanque – or boules – is a popular sociable sport in France where locals gather together and play for hours on end. The aim of the game is to be the first...
Pronto’s - 3 Broad St, Ross-on-Wye HR9 7DZ
Rowing - Ross-on-Wye Rowing Club is a small friendly rowing club that welcomes everyone. Whether you want to learn to row, return to the sport, row at a high level, make new friends, lose weight, improve fitness, tinker with boats, enjoy the outdoor environment or just hang out at the bar, everyone is welcome to join. There...
Rugby - Ross-on-Wye Rugby Club is located just on the edge of town at Greytree where young and old players of all abilities are made welcome. The venue has At the venue there are two large TV screens plus pool and darts and a bar to enjoy a pint whilst watching the action. One of the oldest...
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. The skatepark is made of metal ramps on a tarmac base and features two spined mini ramps with a back and forth run that has a flat bank...
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...
Table Tennis - There is an outdoor table tennis table located at the Ross-on-Wye Tennis Club which is free for anyone to use. You just need to bring along your own bats and balls and you can enjoy a relaxing knock about (providing it’s not too windy!). Try Clubsport in town located at 29 High Street, HR9 5BZ...
Tennis - Ross Tennis Centre (RTC) welcomes players of all ages and provides professional coaching for all abilities. Established in 1987, the tennis centre is a thriving community hub with many members and non-members of all ages playing regularly. RTC is a fully registered member of the Lawn Tennis Association (LTA) which recognises good standards and best practice at...
Thai massage for health and wellbeing - Somjai Thai massage offers more than traditional treatments from Thailand. Pen Spencer is from Thailand and trained and practised in her home country for 25 years before moving to the UK where she has worked for four years. Ray and Pen Spencer moved from London to Ross-on-Wye, which Ray describes as, a ‘paradise’ in comparison....
The Best - 21 Brookend Street, Ross-on-Wye HR9 7EE
The Royal - Ross-on-Wye HR9 5HZ - 42 bedrooms - Dog friendly
Thomas Blake trail - Thomas Blake was a special citizen of Ross-on-Wye. He was a self-made man who, through hard work and desire to help others, went on to become a Member of Parliment, Justice of the Peace and lifelong benefactor of the town. His efforts and generosity continue to benefit those who live in and visit Ross-on-Wye. Download...
Toy Box - 15 Broad Street, Ross-on-Wye HR9 7EA
Truffles Café - 45 High Street, Ross-on-Wye, HR9 5HL A popular and atmospheric eatery in the centre of Ross-on-Wye, Truffles Café offers an interesting and varied menu just a short stroll from the town’s iconic Market House. There is a ‘secret garden’ at the back where you can escape the crowds. Much of its produce is sourced from...
Tudor Sweets - Tudor House, 12 High Street, Ross-on-Wye HR9 5HL
Walking - Walking in and around Ross-on-Wye, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in the heart of Herefordshire, is a wonderful way to connect with nature, get fit and enjoy some stunning scenery. 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...
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.
Weekly market - Markets every Thursday & Saturday at the Market House
Woolly & Fluff - Opening times – Monday to Friday 10am to 5pm 21 High Street, Ross on Wye, United Kingdom
Wye Valley Walk – Fownhope to Ross-on-Wye - From Fownhope the route is a mixture of woodland and farmland, passing through Lea and Pagets Wood SSSI, which has some of the finest broadleaved woodlands in the Wye Valley AONB. The walk then crosses farmland to join the Wye at How Caple. A 3km section of narrow tarmac lane is followed to the delightfully...
Wye Valley Walk – Ross-on-Wye to Kerne Bridge - This section is a pleasant mix of woodland and farmland walking in low hills overlooking the Wye. Despite being urban walking to start with there is much of historical interest as the route climbs up from the river taking in St Mary’s Church and The Prospect Gardens with its viewpoint looking out over a swooping...
