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Most guests to Aymestrey Lodges look forward to rest and relaxation and immersing themselves in the glorious countryside – but for those who still need an adrenaline rush Oaker Wood Adventure Centre is just three miles down the road.
Canoeing on the Wye or cycling in the Teme Valley provide opportunities to explore the countryside from a different perspective, while those who prefer indoor pursuits can get hands on by joining local pottery or even leathercraft courses.
Oaker Wood Adventure Centre
Located in an idyllic woodland setting just 4 minutes from Aymestrey
Discover your adventurous side with Paintballing, Quad Trekking, High Ropes, Raft Building, Clay Pigeon Shooting, Low Ropes Assault Course, Team Building and Target Shooting.
Hereford Canoe Hire
Hereford Canoe Hire operate on one of the quietest and safest stretches of the Wye and work hard to keep it that way, so their clients enjoy a safe and relaxing adventure.
Hereford Canoe Hire’s stretch of the Wye is ideal for both the novice and family, or anyone who wants to be absorbed in this beautiful, quiet stretch of countryside. You can hire a canoe for any period from 2 hours to 5 days, so you paddle away at your own pace. They will advise on routes and stopping places along the way where you can be fed and watered.
Wheely Wonderful Cycling
Wheely Wonderful is based in the beautiful Teme Valley.
You can pick up your bike and explore one of the most beautiful parts of Shropshire on flat roads with hardly any traffic.
Williams Handmade Leather Workshops
A range of half day, one day and two-day courses. Some courses are suitable for beginners, with students learning the basic leather skills (or refreshing their memory of them) by firstly learning and practising how to hand stitch leather.
You will learn how to cut straps, edge bevelling and creasing, riveting, hand saddle stitching and edge finishing. At the end of each course you will have made a belt or bag to take home with you.
Wenlock Pottery
Mike – a potter for 40 years – offers a range of courses available for all levels, both beginner and those wishing to extend their skills. So if you’ve never made a pot before or if you are experienced but want to develop your skills you are equally welcome.
Half day taster sessions include 2-3 hours on the wheel with coffee, tea and cake provided.
Eastnor Pottery
Tap into your creative side and relax in the idyllic surroundings of the Herefordshire countryside with an introduction to Pottery at Eastnor Pottery.
You’ll have the chance to discover a hidden talent as well as reaping the therapeutic benefits of working with clay. You will be designated a potter’s wheel to share, with a professional potter at hand to coach you through the process.
