Parents will soon be able to book their children in to see Santa as tickets for a popular Herefordshire Grotto go on sale. Places at the St Michael’s Hospice Grotto sold out within 48 hours last year, with more than 700 children meeting Father Christmas. This year,...
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NEWS | Family jeweller F.Hinds Reveals Limited Edition Collection Exclusively for BBC Children in Need
F.Hinds, announces the release of limited-edition Pudsey Bear collection in partnership with BBC Children In Need launching this week. Family jeweller F.Hinds, Hereford has revealed its new Pudsey collection in partnership with BBC Children in Need, this week. This...
NEWS | A new £16 million Elective Surgical Hub at Hereford County Hospital has moved another step closer with the design now submitted for planning approval
A new £16 million Elective Surgical Hub at Hereford County Hospital has moved another step closer with the design now submitted for planning approval. Designed by ADP Architects and project managed by Currie & Brown, the government-backed scheme is one of over 50...
WHAT’S ON? | Alice in Wonderland experience coming to Hereford in 2023 – LIMITED tickets remaining! Â
Alice is trapped in Wonderland and time is running out to save her! Follow Alice down the rabbit hole and enter a virtual world of adventure, intrigue and impossible things at this immersive Alice in Wonderland event. For one day only, the streets of Hereford will...
NEWS | After a 22-week build completed by local firm Thackway & Cadwallader, the Herefordshire Football Association recently reopened its offices
After a 22-week build completed by local firm Thackway & Cadwallader, the Herefordshire Football Association recently reopened its offices, which now boasts 2 meeting rooms, national league system compliant changing room facilities and an extended car-park, in...
WHAT’S ON? | Free cycle courses for children across Herefordshire this half term – BOOK NOW!
BikeRight! are the cycle training partner for Herefordshire Council and are providing both Bikeability training in the county’s schools as well as holiday cycling courses for children and adult cycle skills sessions exclusively for Herefordshire residents - all...
WHAT’S ON? | See giant monsters in Herefordshire this Halloween – BOOK NOW!
Using a clever mix of sounds and light effects the event held over the month is a 'must see' event for the region. With glowing pumpkins, smoke effects, spooky sounds and fun animated Halloween characters, Ralph Court is transformed into a truly spooky and memorable...
NEWS | With funding confirmed for the regeneration of the Castle Green Pavilion building, Friends of Castle Green are now seeking expressions of interest from building contractors
With funding confirmed for the regeneration of the Castle Green Pavilion building under the Stronger Towns agreement, Friends of Castle Green are now seeking expressions of interest from building contractors. Subject to planning permission being granted by...
NEWS | Pub in Hereford to continue transformation of beer garden with new gazebo area for private parties
A Hereford pub is to continue the transformation of its outdoor space with a brand new gazebo area that can be used for private parties and other events. The Wye Inn in Hereford has been working hard to improve its vast outdoor space to make it more welcoming for...
NEWS | Staff at Hereford Sixth Form College have celebrated its £3.7m new building with a ‘topping off’ ceremony
Staff at Hereford Sixth Form College have celebrated its £3.7m new building with a ‘topping off’ ceremony. College Principal Catherine Brearey was joined by Deputy Principal Phil Tranter, Estates Manager Paul Rogers, Finance Director Sallyanne Griffiths, Chaplain...
WHAT’S ON? | Magical ice skating sessions featuring well known characters at Winter Glow this Christmas
Winter Glow have announced that their ever-popular Ice Princess Parties, featuring some much-loved familiar faces will return to the event at Three Counties Showground, Malvern this year, following huge success in 2021. The special ice skating sessions, which...
NEWS | The Southside Project is a ground-breaking initiative that will transform 35 acres of green space in South Wye area of Hereford
The Southside Project is a ground-breaking initiative which will transform 35 acres of green space south of the river in Hereford. It will open up a wide range of opportunities for local residents of all ages and will be a space where the community can connect....
NEWS | A new vegetarian cafe and coffee shop has opened its doors in Hereford Â
A new vegetarian cafe and coffee shop has recently opened its doors in Hereford. Serving wonderful food and drinks, The Garden Cafe in Hereford is sure to be a huge success. Located in Capuchin Yard and currently open Wednesday to Saturday from 10.30am-3.30pm. This...
CHAMPION! | 8-year-old Archie from Herefordshire is Total Karting Zero Northern ChampionÂ
8-year-old Archie Loveridge is continuing to surprise people in the karting world after being crowned Total Karting Zero Northern Champion with a 23 point lead. After being crowned the Bambino Champion in the Total Karting Zero Winter Championship, Archie made the...
NEWS | A LIFE-SAVING defibrillator has been installed at St Mary’s Garden Village in Ross-On-Wye
A LIFE-SAVING defibrillator has been installed at St Mary’s Garden Village in Ross-On-Wye. It’s currently located outside the Bluebell Homes sales centre in a locked cabinet and can be accessed using a code obtained by calling 999. The defibrillator has been provided...
FEATURED | Excitement as Escape Room launched at Hereford Cathedral thanks to National Lottery funding – BOOK NOW
To celebrate National Lottery Open Week earlier this year, Hereford Cathedral announced the launch of its new Escape Room; an immersive clue-cracking and decoding game, hosted in the Old Chapel in the Cloisters. Get a team together and book a...
NEWS | Local firefighters among top teams at United Kingdom Rescue Organisation (UKRO) Festival of Rescue in Birmingham
Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service proved one of the top performing Fire Services in the country at the United Kingdom Rescue Organisation (UKRO) Festival of Rescue, which has just taken place in Birmingham. They were competing with more than 400...
NEWS | A new clothing and book shop will open its doors in Hereford at the end of this month
Herefordshire Wildlife Trust will be opening a new shop at the end of October in Church Street in the heart of Hereford’s independent quarter. The shop, located at number 36, Church Street, will sell quality second-hand clothes and books alongside new items...
WHAT’S ON? | Treat your child to a trip to meet Santa on the Santa Steam Train this Christmas!
It’s the most wonderful time of the year and Santa is coming to the Severn Valley Railway – plus, those mischievous elves Jingle and Jangle are joining him for more festive fun! Every Saturday and Sunday from 26th November – 18th December and Tuesday 20th –...
WHAT’S ON? | Half Term Pony Rides for children in Herefordshire this October – BOOK NOW
Newbridge Farm Park are once again providing entertainment for children during the half term holiday, with Pony rides available for children aged between 2 years and 12 years old. The Pony Rides will take place on Tuesday 25th October 2022 and Thursday 27th October...