Search is on for county's top hot spot

The search is on to find Herefordshire's favourite local attraction as the county joins local authorities nationwide to promote its visitor hot spots.

Ten of the county's most popular places have been listed on Herefordshire Council's web site under the heading 'Pride of Place', and members of the public are urged to vote for their favourite online.

Areas up for nomination are Bredwardine Church, Herefordshire Cathedral, Ledbury Town Centre, Weobley black and white village, Lower Brockhampton Manor, River Wye at Capler Hill, Victoria Bridge in Hereford, Dore Abbey and Broadfield Court.

Councillor Adrian Blackshaw, cabinet member for economic development and community services, said: "Living in such a beautiful rural area, we are spoilt for choice when it comes to finding favourite places. We have selected just ten places for nomination and want members of the public to let us know which is their favourite.

"We hope people will join in this nationwide campaign and help us put Herefordshire on the map. To vote, simply click onto the 'Pride of Place' icon on the front page of our web site. You can also see and vote for other areas around the country."

The Pride of Place poll is part of a nationwide initiative, and can be accessed until 30th November 2007 after which the results will be released.