The National Drought Group met on Monday 11 August with the current water shortfall situation in England now defined as a “nationally significant incident.” Five areas are officially in drought, with six more experiencing prolonged dry weather following the driest six...
Planning permission has officially been granted for the redevelopment of Hampton Dene Primary School, Church Road, Hereford. The decision marks a significant milestone in the delivery of modern, inclusive, and sustainable education facilities for the local...
Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service have provided an update following an incident in Sutton St Nicholas. A spokesperson for Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service told Your Herefordshire: “Two Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service...
NMITE Opens Doors to Aspiring Engineers with Flexible Entry Requirements and ‘Build The Future’ Bursary NMITE continues to challenge conventional higher education with its innovative approach to engineering education by offering flexible entry requirements and...
The Hereford City Poppy Appeal is delighted to announce that in 2024/2025 it has reached a fundraising milestone and a first in history of the Poppy Appeal, achieving a fundraising total of £100,000, with 2 months of the fundraising year still remaining. Thanks to the...
From Network Rail: Network Rail Wales and Borders will be undertaking essential engineering works across key sections of the railway between Hereford, Newport, and Shrewsbury from Saturday 6 September to Monday 8 September, and again the following weekend (13 and 14...
A 15-year-old boy has been charged with rape following an incident in Cripplegate park in Worcester on Sunday 11 August 2025. The boy, who cannot be named for legal reasons due to his age, is due to appear at Kidderminster Magistrates’ Court today (Wednesday 12...
Churchlands is a stunning, detached, barn conversion set within approximately 2.5 acres of serene countryside. Price - Offers in region of £950,000. Extensively extended and beautifully renovated, this 4-bedroom (with an opportunity for a 5th bedroom), 3-bathroom home...
Hereford College of Arts (HCA) has recorded exceptional results in the 2025 National Student Survey (NSS), placing it among the UK’s leading higher education providers for teaching quality, learning opportunities, and student support. The NSS – an independent, UK-wide...
From Welsh Water: The repair on the collapsed sewer in Commercial Road is nearing completion, although the concrete used will need around seven days to cure to ensure the repair doesn’t fail. As we said in our last update, we brought in specialist team to clean fat...
Officers investigating a sexual assault at Lakefest Festival in Ledbury are appealing for information. On Saturday (9 August), between 10pm and 10.30pm, a 17-year-old girl was sexually assaulted by an unknown man in the main stage area. The man, who was described as...
Emergency services have been called to a serious collision in Herefordshire this afternoon. The incident has occurred on the A4103 Hereford to Worcester Road near Cradley. West Mercia Police, West Midlands Ambulance Service and Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue...
Ross-on-Wye Town Council has issued detailed information about upcoming resurfacing works on Walford Road. From Ross-on-Wye Town Council: Resurfacing Works – B4234 Walford Road. As a result of a £11 million investment by Herefordshire Council, a number of roads across...
Officers are appealing for witnesses to an assault which took place on the M5 last week. A member of the public called police at around 3.40am on Tuesday 5 August to raise concerns about a woman who was seen walking along the hard shoulder of the southbound...
Firefighters remain at the scene of a wildfire adjacent to the A465 between Abergavenny and Tredegar. Statement from South Wales Fire & Rescue Service Area Manager Matt Jones – Head of Operational Response: “Since approximately 1pm on Saturday 9 August, South...
Welsh Water has issued an important message to hundreds of properties in Herefordshire this morning. The message was sent to properties in the Craswall, Michaelchurch Escley and surrounding area. “We're aware that customers in this area may have no water or low...
A two bedroom property that’s available to purchase in Hereford. Price - £195,000 Two Bedrooms Mid Terrace Driveway Parking for 2/3 Cars Conservatory Low Maintenance Rear Garden Popular Residential Location Wheelchair accessible Two Bedroom Mid Terrace Property | Off...
Located in a cul-de-sac in the residential area of Belmont, this four-bedroom detached home offers modern family living alongside a unique lifestyle feature: An extended rear garden with direct access to the River Wye. Price - £485,000 Property Details Situated at the...
Lidl has a number of job positions available at its new store in the Belmont area of Hereford. Job Position - Store Assistant. From Lidl: Everyone who works at Lidl brings something unique to the table - but we also have a whole lot in common. We’re collaborative,...
Chris Richards from Hereford is currently asking for help ahead of a heart and lung transplant. He told Your Herefordshire. "Hi my name is Chris Richards. I’m 41 and from Hereford. my journey began on November 9th, 1983, the day I was born with a congenital heart...
Several fire crews are responding to a large wildfire this lunchtime. The fire is next to the A465 between Abergavenny and Merthyr Tydfil. From South Wales Fire and Rescue Service: “We remain in attendance at a wildfire adjacent to the A465 between Abergavenny and...
Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service crews have been called to assist with a large fire at an historic building. In a post on Facebook, Hereford Fire Station said: “Reds, Whites and the On-Call mobilised to a large building fire in Droitwich. “Supporting...
West Mercia Police have provided an update on an incident that occurred in Hereford on Sunday. Residents in the Moor Street / Edgar Street area of Hereford reported a significant police presence at just before midday on Sunday. A spokesperson for West Mercia Police...
Across the RAF’s global footprint, Military Working Dogs (MWDs) operated by the RAF Police stand as a vital line of defence. Loyal, intelligent, and highly trained assets who provide unique security capabilities that no technology or equipment can replicate or...
There are reports of a sinkhole on a Herefordshire street this morning. In a post on the Voice of Ledbury Facebook Group, a local resident said: “Warning to all motorists, there is a hole, or sinkhole on the road at the bottom of New Street, opposite Elgar Close....
Two people have been arrested following a rape in Worcester over the weekend. The incident occurred in Cripplegate park at around 2am this morning (Sunday 10 August). Following extensive enquiries today, a 15-year-old boy and a 31-year-old man have been arrested on...
Have you ever considered a visit to Stoke Edith Station? Nestled within the rolling hills of Herefordshire and surrounded on all four sides by Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty, this is the perfect place to enjoy the English rural idyll with plenty of railway...
Major changes are set to come to a supermarket in Hereford, with one of its rivals opening a new store down the road. Tesco sent the following messages to customers earlier today: “Your local Hereford Abbotsmead Rd Superstore is getting a fresh new look. “To ensure an...
A man has died following an incident in Fiddington, near Tewkesbury last night (Saturday). It is believed that a man who had been driving a tractor through fields collided with hedges and some stationary vehicles at around 11.25pm. The passenger, a man aged in his...
Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service crews were called to a large fire at an industrial unit earlier today. A spokesperson for Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service said: “Today saw us attend a large industrial fire in Bretforton in...
Paul Caddis gives his post match reaction to the opening day 2-0 loss away at Spennymoor. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lToTSTV3GO4
Police are appealing for information after a dog attacked a man in Tewkesbury. The dog, believed to be an XL Bully, was reported to have bitten the victim during the incident on Gander Lane, close to the cricket club, at around 9.40pm on Monday 21 July. The victim was...
A truly unique Island that is available to purchase, located off the beautiful Pembrokeshire coast | About 2.49 acres Thorne Island has been a landmark for hundreds of years. The fort forming part of the Island was constructed between 1852 and 1854 as an outer defence...
Co-op is recalling Co-op 4 Mini Pork & Pickle Pies because they contain milk which is not mentioned on the label. This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to milk or milk constituents. Product details Pack...
A popular shop in Hereford is set to close its doors in the coming months. River Island has confirmed that its Hereford store is set to be one of 33 stores closing. The closure has been on the cards for several weeks, but today’s decision appears to be the final nail...
Police are appealing for witnesses after a man died and another was injured in a collision on the A44, Bromyard Road in Cotheridge last night. (Thursday 7 August) At around 6.45pm, a collision occurred involving two motorbikes and a car. A man in his fifties who was...
A parent has issued an alter after an ‘old man with glasses reportedly approached two young girls in a Herefordshire village. The parent, who contacted Your Herefordshire, shared the following message: “Hello, could you please make a public post to warn others. “My...
Rodney Clive Smallwood of Kingsland aged 80 years. Passed away on 1st August 2025 at home. Devoted husband to Christine, loving father to Tim, Zoe and Alex. Wonderful Grumps to Nancy, Seth, Hugo, Tabitha and Connie. Loving father-in-law to Fran, Matt and Dan. A Kind,...
West Mercia Police have issued an update following a serious collision on a major route. The collision has occurred on the A44 between Bromyard and Worcester near Cotheridge. West Mercia Police and West Midlands Ambulance Service are both at the scene. Traffic is...
From West Mercia Police: A rapist was sentenced at court to a total of 25 years after being found guilty of two counts of rape and sexual assaults. Jose Martin Holden, 32, was sentenced at Worcester Crown Court on Friday 1 August. Holden was handed a 20-year term plus...
Two men were arrested after a warrant was executed at a campsite in Herefordshire this morning (Thursday 7 August) over concerns of drug dealing. Police were acting on intelligence surrounding suspected supply of class A and B drugs into the Hereford and Leominster...
Fire crews from Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service have been called to a large vehicle fire this afternoon. A spokesperson for Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service told Your Herefordshire: “Two Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service...
From the Ministry of Defence: It is with immense sadness we confirm the death of Private (Pte) Harry Johnson of the 2nd Infantry Training Battalion on 24th July 2025. He died following a physical training session at Vimy Barracks, Catterick. He was 19 years old. Our...
Have you ever considered a visit to Stoke Edith Station? Nestled within the rolling hills of Herefordshire and surrounded on all four sides by Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty, this is the perfect place to enjoy the English rural idyll with plenty of railway...
Did you know? You can hire rowing and fishing boats on Llangorse Lake, near Brecon? A great day out for all the family. You can also hire kayaks, canadian canoes, pedaloes and stand up paddleboards. General boat hire is available on weekends and school holidays, from...
The highly anticipated Malvern Autumn Show is returning 26th – 28th September 2025 at Three Counties Showground, Malvern, offering keen gardeners and those just starting the chance to immerse themselves in the UK’s largest harvest...
St Michael’s Hospice is launching a four-day fundraising campaign to support its nursing teams out on the road. ‘Fuel the Journey, Power the Care’ begins this Friday (8th) with the aim of raising £43,250 towards fuelling, leasing and insuring the fleet...
Police are appealing for the victim of a suspected sexual assault last week to come forward. The incident involved a man who is alleged to have grabbed the buttocks of a woman at TK Maxx in Northgate Street, Gloucester. It happened at around 4.50pm on Tuesday 29 July....
National Highways have shared a major update on the ongoing roadworks and work on the A40 on the Herefordshire / Wales border following a landslide. In an update, National Highways said: “Our work to install the permanent engineering solution to the rockfall at Leys...
Welsh Water has issued an important message to hundreds of customers living in parts of Hereford. The message issued to customers in the Bartonsham area of the city said: “We're aware that customers in this area may have no water or low pressure at the moment due to...