Kington
Things to do in Kington, Worcestershire
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Kington is a market town in Herefordshire with a straightforward appeal: somewhere to base yourself for a few days with good food, a couple of worthwhile attractions, and comfortable places to stay. The Swan Hotel, rated 4.6 from around 529 reviews, is the most established option, while Lyonshall Lodge has earned a perfect 5.0 rating, though from fewer visitors. The Burton Hotel and Cloud Nine offers another solid choice. If you want a quieter experience, Lower House Farm B&B provides something more intimate.
The real draws are Small Breeds Farm Park, rated exceptionally high at 4.8 from over 1,600 reviews, and Bryngwyn Riding Centre, rated 4.9. The farm park clearly appeals to families and those interested in animals, while the riding centre speaks for itself. These give you genuine reasons to visit beyond simply passing through, whether you come for an afternoon or stay several nights. Kington works best as a quietly purposeful base rather than a destination that announces itself loudly.
Where to stay in Kington(5)
All hotels in Kington →Things to Do in Kington(2)
All attractions in Kington →Where to Eat in Kington(5)
All restaurants in Kington →About eating out in Kington
For eating out, you have genuine variety. Thai Kitchen is highly rated at 4.8, while Border Bean and The Regency Cafe both score 4.6. Maples Tearoom offers a lighter option. Taj Mahal covers Indian cuisine if you want something different. None of these are destination restaurants, but that is not the point—they are reliable local places to eat well without fuss.
Attractions Near Kington
All attractions in Kington →Worth the trip — within 50 miles of Kington.
5 mi
The Judges Lodging
Presteigne · ⭐ 4.8
6 mi
Herefordshire Raceway
Weobley · ⭐ 4.9
10 mi
Monkland Cheese Dairy
Leominster · ⭐ 4.7
11 mi
Elderwood Books
Bucknell · ⭐ 4.4
11 mi
Croft Castle and Parkland
Leominster · ⭐ 4.6
11 mi
Oaker Wood Leisure
Leominster · ⭐ 4.8
12 mi
Heart of Wales Riding School
Llandrindod Wells · ⭐ 5.0
13 mi
Celtic Canoes
Brecon · ⭐ 4.9
Camping in Kington
All campsites in Kington →
Bredward Farm
⭐ 4.8
Walton Court Caravan and Camping Site
⭐ 4.8
Rockbridge Park
⭐ 4.8 · from £24/night
Rockbridge Country Park
⭐ 4.8 · from £24/night
Presteigne Holiday Park
⭐ 4.9
The Leen Caravan and Camping Site
⭐ 4.2 · from £24/night
Redwood Valley - Woodland Cabin and Yurts
⭐ 5.0 · from £240/night
Hush Hush Glamping
⭐ 5.0
Self-Catering Cottages in Kington
All cottages in Kington →Flo’s Cottage
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £403
The Longhouse
3 bed · sleeps 5 · from £749
Border View
2 bed · sleeps 4
Hergest Ridge View
2 cottages · from £413
Acre Luxury Lodges
3 cottages · from £661
The Barn at Titley
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £957
Herrock View
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £841
Court Cottage
4 bed · sleeps 8 · from £1,332
Common questions about Kington
Where can I stay in Kington?
We list 5 hotels, B&Bs and guest houses in and around Kington.
What is there to do in Kington?
We list 2 attractions and things to do in and around Kington.
Where can I eat in Kington?
We list 5 restaurants, pubs and cafes in and around Kington.
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