Things to do in Herefordshire May half term 2025
With May half term 2025 rapidly approaching, it’s time for a list of things to do in Herefordshire. Lots of attractions have events taking place this year and others are reopening for the summer. From family trails to fun days, there’s lots to see and do around Herefordshire. If you’re on a budget, check out my post about free things to do in Herefordshire as well.
This post covers the Herefordshire area only. If you are looking for May half term days out in nearby counties, please see below:
Berrington Hall National Trust
This year’s May half term trail at Berrington Hall is all about plants. The bulb to bloom trail helps visitors to discover nature on the hall’s lawns and in the walled garden. Take part in the “springo” challenge and head inside to the laundry to find out what life was like for Georgian servants. In the carpenter’s workshop, visitors can create a collage of a garden scene with pressed flowers. The trail costs £3 in addition to the admission price adn includes a prize.
Dates: 24th May to 1st June 2025.
Website: Berrington Hall
Brockhampton Estate National Trust
There’s an orchard odyssey on the May half term trail at Brockhampton. Learn about trees, pollinating insects and plants as you stroll through the orchard. From learning the importance of trees in medieval times to taking part in engaging activities, this trail has plenty to keep little ones entertained. Displays teach visitors about the importance of nature in medieval times in terms of folklore, culture, medicine and food. Trails cost £3 in addition to the admission fee and the cost includes a prize.
Dates: 24th May to 1st June 2025.
Website: National Trust Brockhamption.
Courtyard Theatre Hereford May half term 2025
This year’s Ludwig Theatre Arts (LTA) production for May half term is Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat. This reimagined biblical story tells of Joseph, his father and his brothers – and of course the coat of many colours. You’ll definitely recognise some of the classic songs like Close Every Door and Any Dream Will Do. LTA productions are always brilliant, both for the children taking part and the audience.
Dates: 29th to 31st May 2025
Website: Courtyard Theatre
Croft Castle
Be a busy bee at Croft Castle this May half term, buzzing around the garden bee-spotting and solving pollinating puzzles. There’s bee themed crafts as well. Trails cost £3 in addition to the admission fee and the cost includes a prize.
Dates: 24th May to 1st June 2025.
Website: Croft Castle.
Eastnor Castle May half term 2025
A few different events take place at Eastnor Castle during May half term 2025. Information about the events is below, along with a link to their website for full details and to book.
- Eastnor Steam and Vintage weekend 25th to May: Visitors will see vintage vehicles and steam engines, live music and old fashioned dancing. Enjoy giant games in the garden and ride on a model steam engine, chair swing and vintage carousel.
- Runaround days 27th to 29th May: Allow children to let off some steam in the grounds and enjoy the playground.
- Family fun day 1st June: Enjoy garden games and a zip wire on the valley lawn.
Website: Eastnor Castle.
Review: Plutonium Sox review of Eastnor Castle.
Goodrich Castle May half term 2025
There are no particular events taking place at Goodrich Castle during May half term 2025, but it’s always a great day out and they’re open all week. This is a fascinating historical castle that offers visitors a free audio guide to hear about its eventful past. Children will enjoy the free family game that features nine cartoon characters. Each one represents someone who would have lived at the castle. If you manage to climb to the top of the tower, you will enjoy views across the Wye Valley and both English and Welsh countryside.
Dates: 24th May to 1st June 2025.
Website: Goodrich Castle
Review: Plutonium Sox review of a dog friendly family day out at Goodrich Castle.
Newbridge Farm Park
Newbridge Farm Park is only open during school holidays now. They haven’t yet confirmed what’s on for May half term 2025, but they usually open during that week. Visitors can enjoy a tractor ride, swings, a zip wire, hay bale tunnels and rope swings in the haybarn, indoor and outdoor sandpits, slides, climbing frames, go-karts, ride-on tractors and a soft play barn. It is worth bearing in mind that this is not an animal based attraction anymore.
Dates: Not yet announced at the time of writing, please check the website below for opening dates and times.
Website: Newbridge Farm Park.
