Herefordshire Directory

The county of Herefordshire, situated in the West Midlands of England, is one of the least densely populated areas of the country. Herefordshire borders the English counties of Shropshire, Worcestershire and Gloucestershire and the Welsh counties of Gwent and Powys. The county town is Hereford which has a population of just over 56,000 people.

Herefordshire has vast areas of agricultural and rural land and is arguably best known for its fruit and cider production. The apple and pear orchards produce English fruit at its best and the cider is therefore particularly popular. The county is also well known for its Hereford breed of cattle. At one time milk production was very high in Herefordshire, but following the onset of BSE and Foot and Mouth disease, and combined with the economic effects of lower milk prices, dairy farming has waned over recent years.

Herefordshire is one of the most historical counties of England and has been part of the rich history of England for many centuries. At certain points in its history, Herefordshire has been under Anglo Saxon, Danish and Norman control before reverting back to English control in 1138. Hereford Castle was one of the most impressive castles in the country and its battlements held out against many an invader, especially from attacks by the Welsh whose armies used to march into Herefordshire from across the border.

Herefordshire is a delightful county. It is a place of largely unspoilt beauty, agricultural excellence and historic interest.


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