Herefordshire, The Wye Valley and Royal Forest of Dean is a beautiful area to visit, whatever the season but in particular, the autumn is a nice time to take walks in the forest or admire scenic views of the River Wye. You will find a wide variety of fungi and there are plenty of chestnuts to gather whilst walking in the woods during the month of October. A warning however regarding the fungi, unless you are an expert on edible varieties, they are best left well alone. Some varieties are extremely poisonous!

All of the photographs below were taken within a half hour journey from Ross-on-Wye, during past autumn months and include a view of reflections in Soudley Ponds, Forest of Dean and a view from the bridge across the Wye near St. Briavels.