TRADITIONAL and farmhouse breakfasts, freshly prepared evening meals, open fires, colour television and spectacular views are just some of the facilities available. Some houses have ground-floor rooms handy for older people or those with a disability. Prices are varied and affordable and there is always a traditional Herefordshire warm welcome to await you.

Members of the group recently undertook a fact-finding tour to France with Derek Cooper, presenter of the BBC Radio 4 food programme. They were accompanied by members of the Farm Holiday Bureau, who are keen to develop their dinner menus using fresh local food.

The Golden Valley and Black Mountain Bed and Breakfast Group issues golden yellow accommodation leaflets listing the many retail and tourist outlets in the area.

If your interests lie in historic churches, ancient castles, gardens, museums, friendly pubs and

quality restaurants, it is definitely the place to be. So why not take a break in the Golden

Valley/Black Mountain region? It is a sight for sore eyes, and afterwards you can rest easy in a

comfortable bed-and-breakfast house.

A brochure is available on request, containing full details of all accommodation and a detailed map

of the area. Contact Rose Lloyd Telephone fax: (+44) (0)1981 570 440.