Herefordshire is one of England's least visited counties and one of its best for van life. Bordered by Wales to the west, the Black Mountains to the south-west, and the Malvern Hills to the east, it's a deeply agricultural county with a strong tradition of farm camping and genuinely warm welcomes for van lifers.
The Wye Valley — shared with Wales — is outstanding: ancient oak woodland, dramatic meanders, and the ruins of Tintern Abbey on the Monmouthshire border. Several farm sites along the valley allow vans to park within earshot of the river. Symonds Yat Rock gives one of the finest views in the Marches.
Hereford city is a good supply stop, and the county's cider orchards are a reason in themselves to visit in autumn. Golden Valley — made famous by C.S. Lewis as the model for Narnia — is quiet, beautiful, and has farm stops that often charge just a few pounds a night.