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Kington, nestled in the Arrow Valley, is one of the great small market towns of Britain. Close to the Welsh border it was for centuries a centre for cattle drovers, on a web of byways and footpaths accessible on foot from the town centre. It stands alone from a walking perspective with more long distance paths converging on the town than almost anywhere else in Britain.

Although the smallest of the five market towns in Herefordshire the town has all the facilities you could want. Explore the numerous art galleries, independent shops and cafes lining its historic streets. There is plenty of accommodation in and around the town and a fine selection of pubs and restaurants.

Kington has been a Walkers are Welcome town since 2011.  Walkers are Welcome is a U.K. wide, community led network of accredited towns whose purpose is to develop and promote walking in areas with something different to offer.

 

Travel and Transport

By train The nearest train station approaching from England is at Hereford (20 miles). The closest stations approaching from Wales are Knighton and Penybont (both are on the Central Wales line).

By bus There is a frequent bus service from Hereford and Llandrindod Wells to Kington (routes 461, 462, 463) including Sunday.

Bus passes Only Herefordshire concessionary passes are valid for journeys into Wales (Powys). All other English passes are only valid in Herefordshire (not valid for journeys into Wales). Powys residents can use passes into Herefordshire.

By car The town of Kington is easily reached by car, being on the A44 from Worcester to Rhayader and the A4111 from Hereford.

Car parking There are a number of car parks in Kington.

Parking at the Co-Op.

N.B. the Co-Op car park is now managed by an independent company.  Parking is time limited and overstaying the limit is likely to result in a Penalty Charge.