The River Wye is said to be Britain’s ‘favourite’ river and was the starting place for tourism in the 18th Century. However, earlier this summer its beauty and ecology came under increasing threat from pollution. Most serious was the huge increases in phosphates...
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COMMUNITY | Hereford Community Clean Up Group continue to work wonders
The wonderful Hereford Community Clean Up Group have continued their incredible work across Hereford by weeding and tidying the beds on the corner of Union Street and next to the Police Station.
NEWS | Beefy Boys extend outdoor seating area
The Beefy Boys restaurant attracts visitors from across the United Kingdom and therefore with social distancing measures in place, it was obvious that they would require additional seating. The additional seating, available next to Wildwood will ensure that the...
FEATURED | Milkshake proves a big hit at local village hall
Milkshake lovers in Herefordshire have been delighted by the news that their local village hall is now selling fresh milkshake. The Great Trewen Milk Shed, based at Llangrove Village Hall (HR9 6FX) has been selling fresh milk through a vending machine for a while now,...
NEWS | Mason’s incredible fundraising efforts reach new level
Mason’s fundraising efforts reach incredible new level. We’ve been keeping track of Mason’s incredible fundraising efforts for well over a year now and his latest mountain climb was his bravest yet. Mason completed the climb of Helvellyn (950m ASL) at the weekend. The...
NEWS | The Courtyard awarded £80,000 emergency grant from Arts Council England
The Courtyard Hereford has received a major boost today by the announcement that they have received an £80,000 emergency grant from Arts Council England. The Courtyard posted on Facebook: We are ecstatic to announce that we have been awarded an emergency grant of £80k...
NEWS | Visitors now welcome to visit the Brecon Beacons
Following the First Minster of Wales’ announcement on Friday lifting travel restrictions in Wales. Restrictions have been lifted in regards to the remaining access area and rights of way closures in the Brecon Beacons National Park. The following was posted on the...
NEWS | Couple from Hereford named as one of the UK’s DIY lockdown champions
Many Brits have used lockdown to tackle some DIY and now some of the most creative projects have been revealed. Sofa and carpet specialist, ScS, has undergone a nationwide search for the most brilliant home renovations from the last few months after Google searches...
FOOTBALL | The huge impact of having a black manager at Hereford FC
Karan Rai feels that the appointment of Josh Gowling as Hereford manager will have a 'huge impact'. Below he explains why. When Malawian born Hereford United captain Tamika Mkanadwire sent a bullet header into the Morecambe net in the sixth minute of the Conference...
NEWS | Greene King to reopen pubs and restaurants from today
Greene King will reopen over 1,000 if it’s pubs and restaurants across England today with the company deciding to open at the start of this week as opposed to Saturday. The company, which runs The Grandstand, Three Elms, Monument and Rose & Crown pubs in Hereford...
NEWS | Free parking has been a major boost says shop owner
The free parking initiative launched by Herefordshire Council after a successful campaign from Your Herefordshire and local retail leaders has provided a ‘huge boost’ to shops during this difficult time. Luke Conod who owns FIT and the School Uniform Shop said: “I...
NEWS | £1.57 billion investment to protect Britain’s world-class cultural, arts and heritage institutions
Britain’s globally renowned arts, culture and heritage industries will receive a world-leading £1.57 billion rescue package to help weather the impact of coronavirus, the government announced today. Thousands of organisations across a range of sectors including the...
NEWS | Resolution Foundation urges government to give every adult £500 to spend on the High Street
£30 billion ‘High Street Voucher’ scheme could kickstart Britain’s recovery. New Resolution Foundation research published this Tuesday will call on the Chancellor to give every household in Britain High Street Vouchers worth £500 per adult and £250 per child, in order...
NEWS | Extinction Rebellion Marches hold first litter pick
On Saturday morning the new Extinction Rebellion Marches litter team held their first ‘action’ on Leominster bypass. Eight group members gave up two hours of their weekend and cleared more than ten bags of rubbish from the bypass plus a fair number of items that...
EDUCATION | Herefordshire and Ludlow College – Virtual Open Event – Higher Education
Herefordshire and Ludlow College - Virtual Open Event - Higher Education. Tuesday 7th July - From 9.30am-4.35pm. Hear from the staff about the different university-level courses on offer at Herefordshire & Ludlow College. Compare the different subjects available...
FEATURED | Village hairdressers relocates to continue providing a vital service
Storm Hairdressing Ltd relocates to continue providing service to the people of Bodenham and the wider area. Dawn purchased her first premises and business in Marden when aged just 19. She then bought a second hairdressing business in the neighbouring village of...
FEATURED | The Barber Shop in Hereford to re-open this Saturday
After over 100 days..... The Barber Shop in Hereford is finally allowed to re-open! The government announced last month that barbers and hairdressers could re-open from 4th July, with some restrictions and major changes. One of the major changes at The Barber Shop is...
COMMUNITY | Asda donates toiletries and groceries to St Michael’s Hospice
Asda’s Community Champion June Thurston nominated St Michael's Hospice to receive a donation of toiletries and groceries for patients and staff.June said, 'St Michael's Hospice is close to the hearts of many of the staff and customers. One of our colleagues recently...
FEATURED | Rugby star Gareth Thomas vows to end stigma with new Tackle HIV initiative
It has been more than a year since 45 year old, former professional Welsh Rugby player Gareth Thomas announced that he was HIV positive. When he first made the public announcement he compared it to when he came out as gay ten years ago. Thomas said announcing he was...
FEATURED | De Koffie Pot to re-open on Saturday
They’ve had two battles to fight this year so far. The floods and now coronavirus. However, there is light at the end of the tunnel and the team at De Koffie Pot are looking forward to welcoming you back this weekend. Here’s what they had to say on Facebook: At De...