West Mercia Police officers in Bromyard have issued an appeal following the attempted theft of a Land Rover in a Herefordshire village. A spokesperson for West Mercia Police (Bromyard Safer Neighbourhood Team) said: “Sometime between the morning of the 11th July and...
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FEATURED | Treat your loved one to a night away in a luxurious lodge that’s just a short trip from Hereford
Why not treat your loved one to a night away in a luxurious lodge that’s just a short trip from Hereford? ‘Welcome to Mountain Edge, located in South Shropshire. ‘A world class destination stretching from the dramatic moorland and breathtaking landscapes of the...
NEWS | Fire and Rescue Service crew help rescue a 20-year-old horse that was stuck in deep mud
At 12pm on Sunday, July 14th, the Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service crew from Brecon Fire Station and the Animal Rescue Team from Pontardawe Fire Station were called to an incident in Libanus, Brecon. Following a report of a horse that become stuck in a boggy...
NEWS | 31-year-old man from Hereford charged with rape following an incident near Hereford Cathedral
A 31-year-old man from Hereford has been charged with rape following an incident near Hereford Cathedral. A spokesperson for West Mercia Police said: Christopher Filbrandt, 31, of Eign Mill Road in Hereford has been charged with rape. The charge relates to an incident...
NEWS | Family pay tribute to a 58-year-old man who died in a collision involving two vehicles
The family of a man who died in a collision on the B4070 in Birdlip earlier this month have paid tribute to him and described him as "the anchor of the family". Michael Ramstedt died in a two-vehicle collision which involved a grey Nissan Qashqai and a silver Kia...
NEWS | Just Stop Oil supporter from Hereford to be sentenced on Thursday after being convicted of conspiracy to cause public nuisance
Press Release from Just Stop Oil: On Thursday, Cressie Gethin, 22, a musician from Hereford was one of five Just Stop Oil supporters convicted of conspiracy to cause public nuisance for planning to disrupt the M25 by climbing motorway gantries in November 2022. Just...
WEATHER WARNING | Torrential downpours and localised flooding possible across Herefordshire and surrounding areas later today
The Met Office has issued a weather warning for heavy rain across parts of Herefordshire later today. The warning, which covers much of south west England, Wales and the Midlands, is valid from 8am-midnight. The Met Office warning for Herefordshire says: ‘Outbreaks of...
NEWS | Police issue appeal after a man ‘touched himself inappropriately’ at a children’s play park in Herefordshire
Police are appealing for information after receiving reports of a man ‘touching himself inappropriately’ at a children’s play park. A spokesperson for West Mercia Police said: “We have been made aware of an incident which happened on the 11th July at approximately...
NEWS | Police make arrest after motorist fails roadside drug test after being stopped for having no insurance
Vehicle seized following stop near Leominster. A spokesperson for West Mercia Police (Leominster Cops) said: “On Saturday morning at approximately 11.25am, a vehicle was stopped by the Ok Diner In Leominster by West Mercia Police officers. “A simple police...
NEWS | Police issue an appeal following several incidents in the Hereford and surrounding area
West Mercia Police have issued an appeal, following a number of incidents in the Hereford and surrounding area. A spokesperson for West Mercia Police (Hereford Police) said: “We want to inform you about several incidents that occurred early on Friday morning around...
NEWS | West Mercia Police officers receive National Bravery Award for saving a woman from drowning in her flood-stricken car
Pictured above are Annie Nisbet and PC Tom Simmonds and PS Lee Baker, outside 10 Downing Street, before last night's awards. “I live every day in gratitude that you gifted me with my life,” – those are the words of Annie Nisbet who was saved from drowning in her...
NEWS | Former Hereford United player gets engaged to Gary Lineker’s niece
Former Hereford United player Harry Agombar has got engaged. The former Swindon Town midfielder played a couple of games for the Bulls during the expunged 2014/2015 season. Harry's Instagram published an image of him proposing to his fiancée Tia on a beach in Ibiza....
IN MEMORY | In Memory of Don Warren formerly of Kingstone who sadly passed away aged 64-years-old
In Memory of Don Warren formerly of Kingstone. Passed away peacefully at Stanley House Care Home on Wednesday 3rd July 2024 aged 64 years. Loving Father to Tom (The Boy) & Step Father to Gareth. Devoted Brother to Billy, Sylvie, Marilyn, Kenny & the late...
NEWS | Bromyard Folk Festival Receives ‘Levelling-Up Fund’ Boost
Bromyard Folk Festival is thrilled to announce that it has successfully secured funding from the UK Government's 'Levelling-Up Fund'. This significant financial support, provided through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund, will contribute towards the escalating costs of...
NEWS | Investigation launched in Hereford following reports of a rape in Hereford city centre overnight
An investigation has been launched following reports of a rape in Hereford City Centre in the early hours of this morning (Friday 12 July). Officers are currently at the scene near Hereford Cathedral after a report was received that a woman had been raped on the...
BREAKING NEWS | Cathedral Close in Hereford cordoned off following an incident overnight
Cathedral Close in Hereford is cordoned off this morning following an incident overnight. West Mercia Police officers remain at the scene and the whole of Cathedral Close and grounds surrounding the Cathedral remain cordoned off at present. Pedestrians and Cyclists...
FEATURED | A Herefordshire pub has confirmed that it will be a ‘football free zone’ this weekend
A Herefordshire pub has confirmed that it will be a ‘football free zone’ this weekend! The Prince of Wales in Ledbury doesn’t have any televisions, and therefore is the perfect place to visit if you wish to escape the football. With England taking on Spain in...
FEATURED | The Herefordshire pub and restaurant that showcases the very best food the region has to offer – with a real focus on specific diets and allergens
Herefordshire is full of wonderful eateries and places to visit and The Riverside at Aymestrey is certainly up there with the best. Everything at The Riverside is made and cooked freshly on-site at the restaurant; including the stone-ground spelt bread, hay and...
FEATURED | “No More Bull” – The demise of Hereford United and the rise of Hereford FC
The team from the Forgotten Football podcast recently spoke to Talking Bull's Simon Wright & Matchday announcer Matt Healey. They recount the demise of Hereford United and the negativity, division and emotions of the club being wound up. The duo also discuss...
BREAKING | Manhunt underway after human remains were found in a suitcase following a report of a man acting suspiciously
At 11.57pm yesterday (Wed 10 July) Avon and Somerset Police received a report of a man with a suitcase acting suspiciously on Clifton Suspension Bridge. Officers arrived at the bridge within 10 minutes, but the man had already left the area, leaving the suitcase...