Portland House Self Catering: 6 to 20 people

03/01/2024

Riverford’s campaign revealed that 49% of fruit and veg farmers fear going out of business next year. 75% of them cite supermarket pressure as the main factor.

24/07/2023

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02/09/2021

AS from 3rd September Portland House Self Catering (previously Portland House Guest House) is saying GOODBYE to all the friends and many wonderful guests over 17 years (some we choose to forget with great relish but everyone in hospitality gets their share of idiots) This wonderful elegant beautiful house which stands proudly at the heart of Whitchurch will now become the private home of Michael and Lisa and Jenny and John know she will be loved as much as she was by them.

27/08/2021

13/08/2021

07/07/2021

**OFFA'S D**E DELIGHT**

You have to agree that this stunning view overlooking Tintern Abbey is something rather special. Jutting out from the cliffs along the Offa's D**e footpath is the Devil's Pulpit, a popular vantage point for those exploring the great outdoors.

Story has it that the Devil himself preached from this spot to tempt the monks at Tintern away from their religious ways. His sermons fell on deaf ears as the gorgeous Tintern Abbey which was built in 1131 turned out to be one of the most prosperous abbeys in Wales.

So if you're following the Offa's D**e path out of Herefordshire into Momouthshire be sure to stop a while at the Devil's Pulpit and take in this absolutely gorgeous vista.

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28/06/2021

28/06/2021

**LAZY DAYS ON THE WYE**

Herefordshire is such a beautiful place to live in or to visit. The more we explore our beautiful county, the more we fall in love with it.

Whether you just like sitting by the River Wye watching the wildlife, chilling and chatting or actively getting involved canoeing or paddle boarding, there are always new things to discover.

The riverbanks are full of nature, pretty butterflies, lovely wild flowers, chattering birds and noisy ducks. It's always wonderful to see so many people enjoying our various riverside beauty spots.

We love lazy days on or by the wye, who could resist?

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Photo: Ian Forbes

20/06/2021

“Starting tomorrow, perfect time to explore beautiful Herefordshire 👣 https://t.co/5zeShijCBC”

25/05/2021

**NATURE, VIEWS & INCREDIBLE BEAUTY**

Coppett Hill, a local nature reserve of over 100 hectares lies within the beautiful Wye Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and is close to Goodrich. Passed from Lords to Earls through the centuries it is now owned by Coppett Hill Common Trust.

The spectacular panoramic views stretching from the Brecon Beacons to Clee Hill and the Malverns are just amazing. It's the perfect place to watch the sunrise or sunset, enjoy the mix of woodland and hillside or get closer to nature exploring the abundance of fauna and flora there.

A tranquil and delightful spot ready for you to discover.

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Photo: Angling Dreams

01/05/2021

“Bluebells putting on an even better show in the woods on The Doward this weekend. ”

14/04/2021

11/04/2021

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06/04/2021

The fabulous view from Symonds Yat just over the road!

01/04/2021

**WHAT A GLORIOUS VIEW!**

As you know we love a good view and there's none better than the one from Coppett Hill.

A local nature reserve of over 100 hectares, Coppett Hill lies within the beautiful Wye Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and is not far from Goodrich.

With its mix of wonderful woodland and open hillside and an abundance of flora and fauna, it really is a delightful spot.

The spectacular panoramic views stretching from the Brecon Beacons to Clee Hill and the Malverns are just breath-taking. Who wouldn't love views like this?

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Photo: Caroline Constance

31/03/2021

It's no Egg-xageration to say our lovely Magnolia tree has blossomed beautifully for
Wishing past and future guests a wonderful Easter tide this coming weekend.
Stay safe.

28/03/2021

22/03/2021

Thank you Sir

His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales, has shared his support, admiration and enthusiasm for the hospitality industry and all of those who work within it du...

12/03/2021

06/03/2021

**FOLKLORE FRIDAY**

Our story this week takes us back to the 18th century, 1763 to be precise, at the end of the 'Seven Years War'. It tells of liberty taking, cider, riots and outrage.

The British Government was rather desperate for funds after such a long war period. The then Prime Minister John Stuart, Earl of Bute proposed a tax on cider. Four shillings was to be levied on every hogshead of cider. The 'Cider Act' had landed! Since large numbers of farmers and others produced their own cider, excise officers were empowered to gain access to farms and cottages in order to collect the tax.

As you can imagine the agricultural workers for whom cider was so important took umbrage, let's face it cider was a serious part of a man's wages. The tax lead to demonstrations, mournful processions, gatherings intent on violence and some took to harassing excise men. Mobs threatened MPs who had voted for the act, the new Bishop of Exeter faced a baying mob who hissed and insulted him and had an apple thrown at his head. Another MP while travelling through Monmouth was pulled from his carriage and endured a scary moment where the mob were deciding whether to hang him or mistreat him. Luckily for him they chose the latter.

After much discontent, disturbances and discourse, in 1766 the government backed down. The celebrations were epic! People decorated the orchards, tea parties, balls and bell ringing were the order of the day.

The Gloucester Journal reported "There is nothing heard in our streets, but 'the day of the oppressor is over, the calamity of the cyder drinker is put away; the deadly excise man shall appear no more in our quarters'"

The message seems to have been clear, leave our cider alone!

There are more great tales and stories over on our dedicated Herefordshire History and Folklore page, why not take a look.

www.eatsleepliveherefordshire.co.uk/herefordshire-history-and-folklore

25/02/2021

13/02/2021

-19 COMMUNITY TESTING/POSTCODE CHECKER

The Department for Health and Social Care have announced that over 230 local authorities in England are now offering rapid Covid-19 testing. They have also launched a new postcode checker to help people who need to leave home for work find out if rapid Covid-19 testing is offered by their local authority or near their place of work.

https://www.gov.uk/find-covid-19-lateral-flow-test-site

Find a local council rapid lateral flow test site if you do not have coronavirus (COVID-19) symptoms.

02/02/2021

Bet you wish you could be at the moment.
Come and stay once it’s OK re
Portland House wraps its arms around you, so really it’ll help everyone to regain their skills very quickly. Love
Elegant, relaxing, spacious welcoming Grade 11 self-catering accommodation, especially for the amongst you, not too posh and not too perfect. In an area of outstanding natural beauty, 5 minutes from the river Wye, adjacent to the and . Spacious bedrooms with so comfy beds. Forecourt and entrance is accessibility friendly. Caters for and groups, awaits the . Enclosed secure garden for kids and pets. In the for fabulous walks, friendly setting. Award winning shop with bistro with service. Restaurants in walking distance, British and Asian, as well as plentiful pubs. Something for all types of groups up to 20 people. What’s not to like? Remember starts https://www.facebook.com/Portland House Self Catering: 6 to 20 people

14/01/2021

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“Winter wonderland ❄️ your photos are putting smiles on our faces while we can't get out exploring like we usually do, thank you 🙏 Use & tag us . Photos by adscamera on Instagram. ”

13/01/2021