FOLLOWING the news that many schools across the county will remain closed tomorrow, we've compiled a list of five of the best places to go sledging and enjoy the white stuff in the county.

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1. Garway Hill

If you climb across the 200 acres of Garway Common you will come across the summit of Garway Hill standing 1200 feet tall. The ascent is not too arduous and you are lavishly rewarded with exceptional views of the Bristol Channel and Wales to sweep past on your toboggan. A scene where white mountain horses tend to dwell, Garway Hill, is a real-life, captivating winter wonderland.

2. Castle Green

A hushed retreat from the city centre the picturesque Castle Green cosies up to the River Wye and is within walking distance of the Cathedral and shopping. An open space, delightful whatever the weather, is a glorious place to trot your huskies (when they are not pulling the sleigh) and the best place for beginner tobogganers. After a valuable day spent mastering the art of sledging, purchase a pack of Castle Green Christmas cards. These cards exhibit images of the memorial column to Lord Nelson veiled in snow and are marvellous souvenirs.

3. Hay Bluff

For confident and daring individuals to test their skills in sledging, Hay Bluff is for those who have tackled the likes of Val Thoren and Tignes. Hay Bluff is a renowned hill of 2221 feet, at the northern tip of the Black Mountains, and a prime spot for tourists to flock to.

4. The Cat’s Back

Civilisation feels a lifetime away on this isolated part of the English-Welsh border. Once you have climbed to the top of the Cat’s Back, glide down into the Bull’s Head pub, where you can take shelter and try out their speciality, ‘huffer’; home-made bread filled with bacon, stilton or other surprises. Wash this down with a mug of comforting hot chocolate… or their 7.6% cider.

5. Bringsty Common

Bringsty Common is 220 acres which spans the A44 and is close to the Worcestershire border. This common land has always been a popular choice for walks. In spring, walkers gather to gaze upon the blankets of dazzling bluebells but the land is particularly worshipped in the winter when covered in fluffy snow. You can sledge anywhere across Bringsty Common, except in people’s gardens!