In Memory of Stephen Paul Wolstencroft (Steve) of Hereford. Passed away peacefully at St Michael’s Hospice on Wednesday 29th May 2024 aged 70 years. Beloved husband of Rosemary, loving Dad to Julian, Nick & Laura. Grandad to Max & Harriet. A...
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FEATURED | Aldi is on the hunt for a potato enthusiast to become its official ‘Crisp Taster’
Aldi is on the hunt for one extra special spud enthusiast to become its official ‘Crisp Taster’, a brand-new role for the supermarket. The successful applicant will receive a selection of Aldi’s most popular crisps to sample at home for free including Aldi’s Specially...
FEATURED | Imperial Inn Appointed as Hereford FC’s 2024/25 Season Ticket Sponsor
As a pub with the community at its heart, and sports a core part of its offering, the Imperial Inn is thrilled to announce its sponsorship of Hereford FC’s season ticket for the 2024/25 season. The pub is taking the sponsorship over from fellow Stonegate Group venue,...
NEWS | Hereford Cathedral Choir will be travelling to France in June to take part in a high profile service commemorating the 80th anniversary of D-Day
Hereford Cathedral Choir will be travelling to France in June to take part in a high profile service commemorating the 80th anniversary of D-Day. The choir has been invited to sing in the Service of Thanksgiving organised by the Commonwealth War Graves...
FEATURED | A modern and immaculately presented three bedroom property situated in a popular area of Hereford
A Modern and Immaculately Presented 3 Bedroom Link-Detached House, situated in the popular area of Bobblestock on the fringes of the Hereford City. Entrance Hall – Sitting Room – Kitchen – Conservatory – Under-Stairs Storage – 2 Double Bedrooms – Dressing Room/Bedroom...
NEWS | Motorists warned of lengthy diversion with road closure in place on a major roundabout in Hereford
Credit: Google Street View - Image Date - April 2024 Motorists are being warned to plan ahead, with a lengthy diversion in place due to roadworks taking place on a busy roundabout in Hereford. A small section of the A4103 (Roman Road) to the west of the Starting Gate...
NEWS | Dog owner issues warning to dog walkers in Hereford after her dog had to have an operation after cutting paw on broken glass
A dog owner has issued a warning to dog walkers in Hereford, after her dog had to have an operation after cutting its paw on broken glass near the River Wye. Kate contacted Your Herefordshire this afternoon and said: “Would you please mind posting a warning to dog...
NEWS | Garage owners left furious after motorist drives off without paying for £83.40 worth of Unleaded fuel
The owners of an independent fuel garage in Herefordshire have been left furious after a motorist drove off without paying for £83.40 worth of Unleaded fuel. The incident, which has been reported to Police, occurred at the Forge Filling Station in Wormbridge on...
NEWS | Police arrest male bike rider for no insurance and a positive roadside drugs test in Hereford
West Mercia Police officers in Hereford have arrested a male for having no insurance and also testing positive for cocaine in a roadside drugs test. In a post on X, OPU Herefordshire (West Mercia Police) said: “Bike failed to stop for @OPUHereford in Hereford. “Bike...
NEWS | Jesse Norman sends letter to Herefordshire Council asking for a major package of investment in Ross-on-Wye following catastrophic recent flooding
Jesse Norman, now standing for re-election as the MP for Hereford and South Herefordshire, called for a major package of investment in Ross-on-Wye following the catastrophic recent flooding. Now he has doubled down on this campaign, with a letter to the Leader of...
FEATURED | Wye Valley Brewery will be bringing their award-winning beers to the Royal Three Counties Showground in June
Wye Valley Brewery will be bringing their award-winning beers to the Royal Three Counties Showground in June. Celebrating their new partnership with the Royal Three Counties Show, Wye Valley Brewery will be serving their award-winning beers to the 90,000 visitors...
NEWS | Police appeal for witnesses after a 47-year-old man died following a fatal collision involving a van and a motorbike
Police are appealing for witnesses following a fatal collision involving a van and a motorbike on the A456 Bewdley bypass late yesterday afternoon. At around 5.45pm a white Mercedes Vito van and a green Kawasaki Ninja motorbike collided. The rider of the motorcycle, a...
FEATURED | Hereford College of Arts announces the opening of its Digital Skills Centre that provides industry-best facilities for students
Hereford College of Arts is excited to announce the opening of its Digital Skills Centre. The new studios provide industry-best facilities for students, partner schools and evening classes - and a base for two new degree courses Games Design and Digital...
NEWS | Drug dealers jailed in Hereford
Last week (30 May), three people were sentenced to over seven years after they pleaded guilty of dealing drugs in Herefordshire. From West Mercia Police: Held at Worcester Crown Court, 23-year-old Zac Jones of Muir Close in Hereford was sentenced to three years and...
BREAKING | Search and Rescue Teams were called to the River Wye in Hereford overnight to search for a missing person
Search and Rescue Teams were called to the River Wye in Hereford overnight to search for a missing person. West Mercia Police and Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service crews were both called to Greyfriars Avenue following reports that a person was missing....
FEATURED | Two steam trains are set to pass through Hereford Railway Station later this month, with rail enthusiasts set to flock to the city
Photo Credit: Tom Morris Two steam trains are set to pass through Hereford Railway Station later this month, with rail enthusiasts set to flock to the city. The Cathedrals Express Steam Train will pass through Hereford on Saturday 22nd June. More information:...
NEWS | Visitors to Hereford County Hospital advised to plan ahead of their visit due to a two week road closure
Visitors to Hereford County Hospital advised to plan ahead of their visit due to a road closure from 3rd June. A spokesperson for Wye Valley NHS Trust said: “Patients and visitors, please be advised that from Monday next week, June 3, the single track access road from...
NEWS | West Mercia Police to host a Recruitment Event in Hereford later this month
The pathway to a career in policing could be on the cards at the West Mercia Police Hereford Recruitment Event due to be held at the Army Reserve Centre on Saturday June 15. West Mercia Police will be hosting the event with the aim of giving people an insight into...
COMMUNITY | More than £4,000 raised to help support the family of a 3-year-old boy from Hereford who is undergoing an intensive course of chemotherapy following the discovery of a large brain tumour
A three-year-old boy from Hereford is currently undergoing an intensive course of chemotherapy following the discovery of a large brain tumour. Three-year-old Oscar, who is from Hereford and attends nursery in the city, faces a five month stay in hospital for his...
NEWS | The Food Warehouse makes a major change to how over 60s can claim 10% off their shopping every Tuesday
The Food Warehouse is making a major change to how over 60s can claim 10% off their shopping every Tuesday. From 18th June, eligible customers will need to have a Food Warehouse Bonus Card to receive the discount in store. This includes the stores in Hereford. The...
NEWS | Two popular Hereford pubs / restaurants are set to close permanently in July
Two popular Hereford pubs are to close permanently in July. Yates, located on Commercial Road in Hereford is set to close its doors for the final time in July. It marks the end of a long era, with Yates opening on Commercial Road in March 2012. It was previously...
NEWS | A new shop has opened its doors in Hereford city centre today
A new shop has opened its doors in Hereford city centre today. Nel Bubble Tea has opened its doors on Eign Gate in the city centre. Bubble tea is a tea-based drink that originated in Taiwan in the early 1980s. The shop offers a wide selection that includes fruit...
FEATURED | Are you brave enough to try the Big Ugly Burger Challenge that has defeated many people at this local restaurant / pub? Book NOW!
Are you brave enough to try the Big Ugly Burger Challenge at The Farmer’s Boy Inn on the Gloucestershire / Herefordshire border? Next available to book for Thursday 27th June. Contact 01452 470109. It’s £30 per challenger, but FREE if you complete the challenge! A £10...
COMMUNITY | A three year old boy from Hereford is undergoing intensive chemotherapy following the discovery of a large brain tumour
A three-year-old boy from Hereford is currently undergoing an intensive course of chemotherapy following the discovery of a large brain tumour. Three-year-old Oscar, who is from Hereford and attends nursery in the city, faces a five month stay in hospital for his...
FEATURED | The Red Arrows will fly over parts of Herefordshire and the Malvern Hills early this afternoon
Photo Credit: Cameron M-Hill Photography The Red Arrows will be visible from parts of Herefordshire early this afternoon, flying over the Bromyard area. The Red Arrows will be visible from places such as Bishop’s Frome, Bromyard, Fromes Hill, Malvern, Tenbury...
NEWS | Several people taken to hospital after a car collided with a tree in Hereford
Several people were taken to hospital after a car collided with a tree in Hereford. The incident occurred in the early hours of Saturday morning. A car was travelling down Grandstand Road in Hereford and hit a tree at the junction with Widemarsh Common. The vehicle...
BREAKING | Man charged with attempted murder following an incident in Leominster
A man has appeared at court for several offences including attempt murder in Leominster. Andrew Thomson, 31, of Dunnock Close in Hereford was charged yesterday evening (31 May) with a total of ten offences, which are: Attempted Murder Criminal damage to a property...
NEWS | Sir Keir Starmer could visit Hereford again as Battle Bus tours the UK with Hereford & Herefordshire South a ‘target seat’ for Labour
Sir Keir Starmer made a rather short visit to Hereford on Wednesday, as the General Election campaign gathers pace. Sir Keir Starmer was spotted at Hereford Railway Station waiting for a train to Newport in South Wales. However, it may not be the only time that Sir...
NEWS | Visitors to Hereford County Hospital advised to plan ahead of their visit due to a road closure
Visitors to Hereford County Hospital advised to plan ahead of their visit due to a road closure from 3rd June. A spokesperson for Wye Valley NHS Trust said: “Patients and visitors, please be advised that from Monday next week, June 3, the single track access road from...
FEATURED | A stunning modern one bedroom apartment that’s within walking distance of Hereford city centre
A Contemporary and Extremely Modern First Floor One Bedroom Apartment in a highly exclusive building offering security, accessibility, designated parking and large communal gardens, all quietly situated in tree-lined Conservation area in the heart of the City....
JOBS | Morrisons have a number of job positions available at stores and convenience shops in Herefordshire
Morrisons currently have a number of job positions available at stores and convenience shops in Herefordshire. The jobs available at Morrisons stores in Herefordshire include: Convenience Store Manager - The Oval in Hereford Various Management Opportunities -...
ELECTION | Green Party Deputy Leader Zack Polanski visited North Herefordshire earlier this week to support Ellie Chowns’ campaign
Press Release from the Herefordshire Green Party: Green Party Deputy Leader Zack Polanski visited North Herefordshire on Wednesday 29th May to support Ellie Chowns’ campaign to become Green MP for the constituency. Polanski met local volunteers and...
NEWS | Herefordshire Council to spend almost £600,000 on purchasing four new road gritters ahead of the winter
Herefordshire Council is set to spend almost £600,000 on the purchase of four new road gritters ahead of the winter. The council has taken the following decision: ‘Approve the expenditure of £599,849 to Econ Engineering Ltd for the purchase of four road gritters as...
FEATURED | The Red Arrows will fly over parts of Herefordshire later this morning (Saturday)
Photo Credit: Cameron M-Hill Photography The Red Arrows will be visible from parts of Herefordshire later this morning, flying over the Bromyard area. The Red Arrows will be visible from places such as Bishop’s Frome, Bromyard, Fromes Hill, Malvern, Tenbury Wells and...
NEWS | Hereford residents warned to stay alert after a car was broken into overnight on a quiet residential street
Hereford residents are being warned to stay alert after a car was broken into overnight on a quiet residential street in the city. The incident occurred on Fakenham Drive, in the Bobblestock area of the city. A Black Land Rover Discovery was broken into and a Bank...
FEATURED | A Hereford pub has welcomed new landlords who hope to carry on the great work of the previous management team
A Hereford pub has welcomed new landlords, with the new team hoping to carry on the great work of the previous management team. Kath and Malc, both from the Midlands, have just taken over at The Orange Tree in Hereford. They are hoping to continue the fabulous work of...
NEWS | A man has been arrested after 32 lorries had their curtains slashed at Strensham Service on the M5
A man has been arrested after lorries were targeted at Strensham Services on the M5 near Worcester last night (Thursday). Police attended the site following reports two men were acting suspiciously. 32 lorries had their curtains slashed however nothing was reported...
NEWS | Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service issue update following an incident in Leominster on Thursday evening
Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service have provided an update following an incident in Leominster on Thursday evening. The incident occurred at around 6pm on West Street in the Town Centre. West Mercia Police, West Midlands Ambulance Service and Hereford...
NEWS | Police issue urgent appeal for witnesses following a fatal collision
A 20-year-old man died in the collision on the B4293 Monmouth Road at Lydart, between Monmouth and Trellech. From Gwent Police: We're appealing for witnesses after a road traffic collision on the B4293 Monmouth Road at Lydart, between Monmouth and Trellech, at around...
JOBS | Aldi is looking to hire hundreds of store colleagues in the Hereford and Worcester area as its latest pay rise comes into force this week
Aldi is looking to hire 210 store colleagues in Hereford and Worcester as its latest pay rise comes into force this week. Britain’s fourth-largest supermarket is on the lookout for people of all levels of experience to fill roles across the region, including full and...
NEWS | A Hereford pub has reopened its doors following a major refurbishment with a games room and live Sky Sports & TNT Sports
The Plough on Whitecross Road, Hereford reopens today – Thursday 30th May – following an eight-week closure and a major £400,000 refurbishment by Heineken-owned Star Pubs. To celebrate the reopening, new landlord,...
FEATURED | The Red Arrows will fly over parts of Herefordshire on Friday evening
The Red Arrows will be visible from parts of Herefordshire on Friday evening, flying over the Bromyard area. The Red Arrows will be visible from places such as Bishop’s Frome, Bromyard, Fromes Hill, Malvern, Tenbury Wells and Worcester. They will fly across...
NEWS | Police are appealing for witnesses after a 20-year-old motorcyclist died after being involved in a collision
A 20-year-old man died in the collision on the B4293 Monmouth Road at Lydart, between Monmouth and Trellech. From Gwent Police: We're appealing for witnesses after a road traffic collision on the B4293 Monmouth Road at Lydart, between Monmouth and Trellech, at around...
UK NEWS | A married couple have been jailed after several incidents of non-payment of restaurant bills and shoplifting
A married couple have been jailed after several incidents of non-payment of restaurant bills and shoplifting. Ann McDonagh, 39, from Sandfields, Port Talbot, was charged with five counts of fraud and 4 counts of theft (shoplifting). Bernard McDonagh, 41, from...
NEWS | ABE Ledbury has thrown its weight behind an ongoing fundraising campaign to help keep Midlands Air Ambulance Charity’s vital pre-hospital emergency service in the air by emblazoning the cause on the back and sides of its new trailer
ABE Ledbury has thrown its weight behind an ongoing fundraising campaign to help keep Midlands Air Ambulance Charity’s vital pre-hospital emergency service in the air by emblazoning the cause on the back and sides of its new trailer. The specially designed livery...
NEWS | The Plough in Hereford reopens today following a major £400,000 refurbishment by Heineken-owned Star Pubs
The Plough on Whitecross Road, Hereford reopens today – Thursday 30th May – following an eight-week closure and a major £400,000 refurbishment by Heineken-owned Star Pubs. To celebrate the reopening, new landlord, Dean Tortalino has booked the...
NEWS | Sir Keir Starmer makes 30 minute visit to Hereford on his way to Wales as General Election campaign gathers pace
Sir Keir Starmer made a rather short visit to Hereford on Wednesday, as the General Election campaign gathers pace. Sir Keir Starmer was spotted at Hereford Railway Station waiting for a train to Newport in South Wales. Sir Keir had been at an event in Worcester, at...
PETS | Can you help Hereford and Worcester Animal Rescue find a home for beautiful Bella
Bella - Staffy - 2 years old What a cracker! From Hereford and Worcester Animal Rescue: Bella is the most beautiful girl, the perfect example of the wonderful staffy breed. Super affectionate, loving and the friendliest little poppet. We can’t...
URGENT | Police urge public to ‘call 999 immediately’ if they see missing Hereford man who potentially poses a risk to the public
Police are currently looking for Ian Willets who has been missing from Hereford since Saturday (May 25). Police say that Ian could pose a risk to the public and should not be approached. A spokesperson for West Mercia Police said: Ian, who is 38-years old, was...
NEWS | Birmingham Airport issues important update on liquid restrictions that will be in place from 1st June
From Birmingham Airport: In 2018 all UK airports were advised of new Government legislation for the introduction of new security screening technology. This would allow a change to the rule on electrical items and liquids in hand luggage. This legislation was amended...