The Executive Headteacher at Burley Gate Primary School, Mrs Michele Lewis, and the Head of School, Mrs Tracy Westlake, have expressed their pride after the school received a glowing report following a SIAMS (Statutory Inspection of Anglian...
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TO LET | Two double bedroom terraced property that’s available to let in Hereford with pets considered
Two double bedroom terraced property newly carpeted and decorated throughout - within walking distance to local supermarkets and bus routes. Price - £825pcm Also close to doctors surgery and local high school, yet only 2 miles from Hereford centre. Comprises...
DID YOU KNOW? | The Food Warehouse offers a 10% discount to thousands of eligible shoppers every Tuesday in Herefordshire!
Did you know that every Tuesday, all those who are 60 years old and older can bag 10% off their shop, with no minimum spend, at Iceland and The Food Warehouse. This will make Iceland Foods the first and only supermarket in the UK to be offering this type of discount...
NEWS | New search for missing Madeleine McCann taking place in Portugal more than 18 years after she went missing
Officers in Portugal are carrying out a new search to find Madeleine McCann, almost 18 years after she went missing. The searches are taking place to the east of Praia da Luz, close to where one of the suspects in the case lived. Several searches have taken place over...
NEWS | Planning application submitted for a major new development at a Hereford school
A planning application has been submitted to Herefordshire Council for a major new development at a primary school in Hereford. The proposed development is detailed below: ‘New 4 Court Sports Hall building including new external hard court area, with associated...
NEWS | Police appeal for information after a 27-year-old motorcyclist died in a collision
Police are appealing for witnesses after a 27-year-old man died in a collision. Gwent Police is appealing for information following a fatal road traffic collision on the A40 at Raglan, on Saturday 31 May, at about 10.55am. It happened on the southbound off slip,...
NEWS | Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service provide detailed update on fire in Hereford on Monday afternoon
Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service have provided a detailed update on a fire in Hereford on Monday afternoon. The incident occurred in the Rotherwas area of the city. Smoke was seen rising from the fire from several miles away. A spokesperson for...
MISSING PERSON | Police appeal for help in locating a missing 65-year-old man
Police are appealing for information to find Mark Carver, from Abergavenny, who is reported as missing. Mark, 65, is described as of medium build and around 6’ tall. Anyone with information on Mark’s whereabouts is asked to call 101, contact via the website or send a...
URGENT APPEAL | Can you help find missing 15-year-old Caitlin from Hereford?
Have you seen missing 15-year-old Caitlin from Hereford? Caitin, aged 15 years old, is missing and has not returned home from school. She left the house at 8am in a Whitecross school uniform. Green Adidas bag. She attended school all day and her friends last saw...
NEWS | Fire crews have been responding to a fire in the centre of Ross-on-Wye this evening
Photo Credit: Peter Martin Fire crews from Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service have been responding to a fire in the centre of Ross-on-Wye this evening. Smoke was seen rising from the town centre earlier this evening, with fire crews called to a...
BREAKING | One adult and a toddler have suffered potentially life-changing burns following an explosion
Three people remain in hospital following an explosion on a boat in Lechlade, Gloucestershire over the weekend. At around noon on Saturday (31/05), we received a report of a boat fire on the River Thames. At the time of the incident, the boat was away from the bank,...
NEWS | Police appeal for information in identifying a person they believe could help with enquiries into an arson
Officers are releasing images of a person they believe could help with their enquiries into an arson in Malvern on Friday (30 May). Emergency services responded to a report of a fire around 4am at The Fountain Stores on Court Road. Thankfully nobody was injured. PC...
NEWS | A Hereford Travel Agent will be reopening after branch refurbishment
Hays Travel will be re-opening its doors on Tuesday 3rd June after a recent refurbishment. The branch was temporarily closed during the work but are back open for business if you would like to book a well deserved holiday. Their website says "Our fantastic range of...
NEWS | The Beefy Boys confirm that they will be opening a new restaurant soon with location revealed
The Beefy Boys have confirmed that they will be opening a new restaurant soon, with the location revealed. The restaurant is set to open in Oxford, with rumours that a restaurant could also be opening in Cardiff at some point in the future. A post on social media...
LATEST | Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service crews responding to a large fire in the Rotherwas area of Hereford
Large fire in Rotherwas area of Hereford. We are aware of a large fire currently ongoing in the Rotherwas area of Hereford. Emergency services, including West Mercia Police and Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service, are on the scene and working hard to...
BREAKING | Emergency services responding to a serious fire in the Rotherwas area of Hereford this afternoon
Major Fire in Rotherwas area of Hereford. We are aware of a large fire currently ongoing in the Rotherwas area of Hereford. Emergency services, including West Mercia Police and Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service, are on the scene and working hard to...
LATEST | Police name the man that has been charged with possession of an offensive weapon in a public place and possession of an air weapon following incident in Hereford
West Mercia Police have provided an update on an incident that occurred in Hereford on Sunday. The incident occurred on Hawthorn Grove. A spokesperson for West Mercia Police said: “Cosmin Alexandru Pandia, 36, of Hawthorn Grove in Hereford has been charged with...
FEATURED | OK Diner announces a 30% discount on food and drink for customers visiting its iconic Herefordshire restaurant this June
OK Diner, the iconic American-style roadside restaurant known for its retro vibes, friendly service and classic comfort food, is turning 30 – and they’re celebrating in true diner style. To thank its loyal customers for three fantastic decades, OK Diner is offering...
FEATURED | The Courtyard in Hereford has launched an exciting Actors Academy classes for 14 – 19-year-olds
The Courtyard is delighted to be launching Actors Academy, a new programme that includes two brand-new classes for young people aged 14 – 19. Actors Academy: Advanced Performance (ages 15 – 19) is for young people looking for a springboard into the acting...
NEWS | More than 160,000 visitors have visited the St Michael’s Hospice shop and cafe at Whitestone in its first twelve months since opening
In May 2024, St Michael’s Hospice opened the doors at its brand-new charity superstore in Whitestone Business Park, Hereford. Hundreds flocked to its grand opening and have continued to show their support throughout its first year, with over 160,000 visitors spending...
BREAKING NEWS | Police confirm that a man has been charged following an incident involving a sword and an air weapon in Hereford on Sunday
West Mercia Police have provided an update on an incident that occurred in Hereford on Sunday. The incident occurred on Hawthorn Grove. A spokesperson for West Mercia Police said: “Cosmin Alexandru Pandia, 36, of Hawthorn Grove in Hereford has been charged with...
ROADWORKS | Motorists warned to expect delays due to planned work on Three Elms Road in Hereford for SIX WEEKS this summer
Motorists are advised to expect delays due to planned work that’s planned to take place on Three Elms Road in Hereford this summer. Cadent Gas are set to carry out work on Three Elms Road this summer. The work will take place from 21st July, until 1st September....
NEWS | Hereford Cathedral confirms that well-behaved dogs will be allowed inside the Cathedral from today (Monday 2nd June)
Hereford Cathedral has confirmed that well behaved dogs can visit the Cathedral from Monday 2nd June. From Herefordshire Council: Following on from visitor feedback, from Monday 2 June 2025 we will be welcoming well-behaved dogs into the cathedral on a six-month...
TO LET | A two-bedroom property that is available to let in a popular residential area of Hereford
A well presented mid terrace property in a cul-de-sac position in the popular residential area of Belmont. Price - £850pcm Includes - entrance hallway, kitchen, living room, 2 bedrooms, shower room and an enclosed rear garden with a shed. The property has a new gas...
BREAKING | Emergency services responding to reports of a car fire on the A49 between Hereford and Leominster this morning
Emergency services are responding to reports of a car fire on the A49 between Hereford and Leominster this morning. West Mercia Police and Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service are at the scene. The incident is close to the petrol forecourt at...
NEWS | A 40-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder following a collision involving a quad bike
Two men in custody following a road traffic collision on the A465 westbound, between Rhymney and Dowlais. From Gwent Police: A 20-year-old man, from Brynmawr, was sadly pronounced dead at the scene after a quadbike was found overturned on the A465 westbound...
NEWS | Race Across The World star Sam Gardiner has died in a single vehicle collision
Photo Credit: BBC / Greatee Manchester Police. Police have confirmed that the driver of a white VW Golf R estate involved in a single vehicle collision on Monday 26 May on the A34 in Gatley (Greater Manchester) has since passed away from his injuries. The driver, a...
NEWS | A number of properties in a Herefordshire village are without power this morning with update from National Grid
Image - Mapbox / Open Street Map A number of properties in a Herefordshire village are without power this morning, with National Grid providing an update. 43 properties in Withington have been without power since around 5.30am this morning (Monday). Affected...
PROPERTY | A stunning three bedroom barn conversion located in a beautiful village near Hereford
A Striking 3 Bedroom Barn Conversion with Detached 1 Bedroom Annexe, double garage, enclosed courtyard garden and produce garden, all located in the sought-after village of Lugwardine, just outside Hereford. Guide Price - £800,000 Atrium – Kitchen/Dining Room –...
NEWS | Emergency services were called to a collision on Belmont Roundabout in Hereford this evening
Emergency services were called to a collision on Belmont Roundabout (A465) in Hereford this evening. The collision involved one vehicle. West Mercia Police, West Midlands Ambulance Service and Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service attended the incident....
FOOTBALL | Cameron Davies picks up two awards at Westfields Football Club’s end of season awards
Westfields FC held their presentation of awards evening at the weekend and defender Cam Davies picked up the two principle awards as he was named Westfields First Team Player of the Year and Young Player of the Year for 2024/25. Players’ Player of the Year went to...
FOOTBALL | Hereford FC announce that season tickets will go on sale from next week (Wednesday 4th June)
Hereford FC have announced that 2025/26 Season Tickets will go on sale on Wednesday 4 June. From Hereford FC: Sales will start online at 4pm and Season Tickets will then be available between 10am and 4pm in the Club Shop on Tuesdays and Fridays from Friday 6...
BREAKING | A woman has been arrested after a 69-year-old man was found with stab wounds and taken to hospital by air ambulance
A woman has been arrested after a man was found with stab wounds near to Worcester city centre this afternoon (Sunday 1 June). Officers were called to Warmstry Court on Quay Street by West Midlands Ambulance Service following reports of a stabbing at around...
FEATURED | OK Diner announces a significant discount for customers visiting its iconic Herefordshire restaurant this June
OK Diner, the iconic American-style roadside restaurant known for its retro vibes, friendly service and classic comfort food, is turning 30 – and they’re celebrating in true diner style. To thank its loyal customers for three fantastic decades, OK Diner is offering...
IN MEMORY | In Memory of David Higham of Broadmoor Common in Woolhope who passed away peacefully on 13th May aged 88 years
HIGHAM, David Of Broadmoor Common WOOLHOPE Passed away peacefully on Tuesday 13 May, aged 88 after a long battle with Dementia. A much loved Dad, Brother, Bompy, Uncle, relative and friend to so many. A former employee of Inco Alloys (Wiggins). A...
BREAKING NEWS | Two men have been arrested following a fatal collision where a 20-year-old man died on Saturday morning
Two men in custody following a road traffic collision on the A465 westbound, between Rhymney and Dowlais. From Gwent Police: A 20-year-old man, from Brynmawr, was sadly pronounced dead at the scene after a quadbike was found overturned on the A465 westbound...
FEATURED | A treasure trove of items are now available to purchase at the brand new marko outlet in Hereford that’s now open!
A treasure trove of items are available to purchase at the brand new marko outlet that has opened its doors in Hereford! Located just off Holmer Road in the former Tile Giant building, the marko outlet has a huge selection of items for the home, garden, holiday and...
BREAKING | Significant Police presence on a residential street in Hereford this afternoon
There is a significant police presence on a residential street in Hereford this afternoon. Emergency services were called to Hawthorn Grove in the Putson area of the city at around midday to reports of a man waving a sword / weapon. Local residents reported seeing...
NEWS | Lidl confirms that it will open its new Hereford store in early 2026 with plans for stores in Leominster, Ross-on-Wye, North Hereford, Builth Wells and Abergavenny
Lidl reveals expansion investment for the year as it publishes latest list of locations for potential new stores. The retailer has confirmed that it would like to open new stores in Ross-on-Wye, Hereford (North), Ledbury, Leominster, Abergavenny, Builth Wells and...
NEWS | The M5 has reopened following a fatal collision where two adults and a child died on Friday evening
Three people have died and a fourth seriously injured in a single-vehicle collision on the M5 in South Gloucestershire. From Avon & Somerset Police: A white BMW car left the northbound carriageway at approximately 9pm on Friday 30 May between junction 14...
WHAT’S ON? | Step into a world of vintage elegance at Lyde Court’s fantastic Classic Car Meet this July!
On 12th July 2025, step into a world of vintage elegance and automotive nostalgia at Lyde Court’s Classic Car Meet. From Lyde Court: Whether you’re an enthusiast, collector, or simply a lover of timeless automobiles, this event promises an unforgettable day filled...
FEATURED | You can see the red arrows fly over the Malvern Hills later today as part of the Midlands Air Festival
The Red Arrows will fly close to parts of Herefordshire today, as part of the Midlands Air Festival. You will need to be in the Malvern area to catch a glimpse of them. According to the Military Airshows site, the Red Arrows should pass over to the Malvern area at...
NEWS | Herefordshire Council confirms that several B-roads in the county will be resurfaced throughout June
Herefordshire Council is continuing its additional investment in the county’s roads, with a programme of resurfacing works taking place throughout June that will focus on improving the health of some key B-roads. The council is investing an additional £13.5 million...
NEWS | Police searching for a missing man have confirmed that a body has been found this morning (Saturday 31 May)
Police have confirmed that officers searching for a missing man have found a body this morning (Saturday 31st May) From Gloucestershire Constabulary: “Officers searching for a man who had been reported missing from Cirencester have found a body this morning (Saturday...
BREAKING | Air Ambulance called to a serious collision on a major route this lunchtime
The Air Ambulance has been called to a serious collision this lunchtime. The incident has occurred on the A40 / A449 between Monmouth and Newport. Gwent Police and The Welsh Ambulance Service are also in attendance. From Gwent Police: “The A40 at Raglan is currently...
NEWS | Important information for all patients and visitors attending Hereford County Hospital and Community Hospitals over the coming weeks
Please see below the current visiting arrangements at Wye Valley NHS Trust. Children and young people are welcome, although it is sensible to avoid bringing very young children into hospitals where possible and this needs to be discussed with ward staff in advance....
FEATURED | You can now book tickets to take on Hereford Cathedral’s brand new Escape Room – The Shrine Keeper
Hereford Cathedral are delighted to announce The Shrine Keeper, a brand new Escape Room, is now available to book! The Shrine Keeper is set in medieval Hereford and centres around a group of pilgrims visiting and leaving offerings at the shrine of St Thomas Cantilupe....
BREAKING | Three people have died and a fourth person seriously injured following a single-vehicle collision on Friday evening
Three people have died and a fourth seriously injured in a single-vehicle collision on the M5 in South Gloucestershire. From Avon & Somerset Police: A white BMW car left the northbound carriageway at approximately 9pm last night (Friday 30 May) between junction 14...
NEWS | A number of bus services in Hereford are cancelled today due to staff sickness
A number of bus services in Hereford are cancelled today (Saturday 30th May) due to staff sickness. An update shared by bus company Sargeants this morning said: “Due to driver sickness, some services will not run today. We apologise for any inconvenience, all other...
NEWS | A member of The Royal Family is set to visit Hereford for a special event this summer
It has been confirmed that members of The Royal Family will visit Hereford for a special event this summer. A note in The Royal Diary says: “President, Three Choirs Festival, and The Duchess of Gloucester, will attend a performance at Hereford Cathedral, 5 College...