A number of national retailers have confirmed that they will be closing on Monday, so that staff can pay their respects to Queen Elizabeth II. With the day now a Bank Holiday, many companies have taken the decision to either close for the whole day, or for the...
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NEWS | Disruption this morning with rail services cancelled between Hereford and Worcester Â
There is disruption on the railways this morning, with a number of services between Birmingham New Street and Hereford cancelled. Your Herefordshire understands that the cancellations are due to a signalling issue between Hereford and Worcester. So far the 7.13am and...
NEWS | Government releases details of a National Moment of Reflection to mourn the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II this weekend Â
Today the public have been invited to take part in a National Moment of Reflection to mourn the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and reflect on her life and legacy. The National Moment of Reflection will take place at 8pm on Sunday 18 September, the night...
NEWS | A number of local businesses confirm that they will be closed on Bank Holiday Monday to pay their respects to Her Majesty The QueenÂ
A number of local businesses have announced that they will be closing on the upcoming Bank Holiday Monday (19th September) so that their staff members can watch Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral. Among the businesses closed on Monday 19th September are Blue Diamond...
FOOTBALL | Bulls assistant manager Steve Burr departs the club to take up new opportunity Â
Hereford FC assistant manager Steve Burr has left the club, to take up the first team managers role at Hednesford. A statement released a short while ago by Hereford FC said: We can confirm that following an approach from Hednesford Town, Bulls Assistant Manager,...
NEWS | Cadent Gas provide compensation update following gas supply issues in the Hampton Bishop area of Herefordshire
Google Street View - Image Date - December 2021 Cadent Gas have provided a compensation update following gas supply issues that affected a large number of properties in the Hampton Bishop area of Herefordshire last week. A statement issued by Cadent Gas over the...
NEWS | Lorry carrying chickens involved in an incident in Herefordshire this morning
Photo Credit: Charlotte Sullivan A lorry carrying chickens was involved in an incident in Herefordshire this morning, with a number of chickens ending up on the roadside. The incident occurred on the A449 in Ross-on-Wye, close to the junction for the M50. Traffic is...
NEWS | Driver reported by Police due to excessive width and weight of load on Dual Carriageway
A driver has been reported by Police after being found to have no rear view due to the width of the load of hay that they were transporting. The load was also found to be overweight. Powys Roads Policing pulled over the vehicle last week in the Brecon area and the...
NEWS | Fire crews called after car ends up overturned in a ditch in Herefordshire Â
Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service joined West Midlands Ambulance Service and West Mercia Police at a collision in Herefordshire on Sunday evening. The Midlands Air Ambulance also attended the collision near Bosbury. The B4220 was closed at Bosbury...
NEWS | Huge crowd witnesses the Proclamation Ceremony of King Charles III at Hereford Cathedral
Credit: Hereford City Council On Sunday at Hereford Cathedral, crowds and civic dignitaries gathered to witness the Proclamation Ceremony of King Charles III. The event marked the formal proclamation to the people of Herefordshire of the beginning of our new...
NEWS | Details published for how public can attend Her Majesty The Queen’s Lying-in-State at Westminster Hall
Lying-in-State will take place from Wednesday 14 September until Monday 19 SeptemberPublic will be able to walk past The Queen’s coffin to pay respectsA ceremonial procession which precedes the Lying-in State will convey Her Majesty The Queen from Buckingham Palace to...
NEWS | Herefordshire cricket hands over £500 cheque to Acorns Children’s Hospice following annual showcase fixture
HEREFORDSHIRE Cricket Ltd have been able to give their support to a local charity thanks to the generosity of spectators at a recent big match. At their annual showcase game between Herefordshire CCC and Worcestershire CCC at Eastnor earlier in the summer, spectators...
NEWS | Government confirms that ALL schools will be closed on Monday 19th September for Queen Elizabeth II’s State Funeral
The Government has confirmed that ALL schools will be closed on Monday 19th September, for Queen Elizabeth II’s state funeral. From the UK Government: Monday 19 September, the date of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s State Funeral, will be a national bank holiday....
NEWS | Government releases details about national bank holiday on Monday 19th September for Queen Elizabeth II’s State Funeral
From the UK Government: Monday 19 September, the date of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s State Funeral, will be a national bank holiday. This will allow individuals, businesses and other organisations to pay their respects to Her Majesty and commemorate Her reign,...
NEWS | Hereford Pride event cancelled as a mark of respect following the death of Her Majesty The QueenÂ
The organisers of Hereford Pride have today confirmed that Hereford Pride will be cancelled until next year as a mark of respect to Her Majesty The Queen following her death last week. A spokesperson for Hereford Pride said: “In respect of the passing of Queen...
NEWS | Emergency services responding to a collision on a route in Herefordshire this eveningÂ
Emergency services are currently responding to a collision on a route in Herefordshire this evening. West Mercia Police have confirmed that the B4220 is closed at Bosbury, near Ledbury, due to a collision. Motorists are advised to find alternative routes as the road...
NEWS | Work to improve the kerbs on Widemarsh Street in Hereford still yet to commence – with cost estimated to be around £700,000
Work to improve the kerbs on Widemarsh Street in Hereford is still yet to commence, despite reports earlier this year that work would start in the Spring. For many years now, the kerbs on Widemarsh Street in Hereford have caused issues for pedestrians, with many...
NEWS | CONFIRMED – National League Football Fixtures to take place as normal this weekÂ
Photo Credit - Craig Anthony Photography Further to the announcement that the funeral for Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II will be held on Monday 19 September, the League has confirmed fixtures scheduled for week commencing Monday 12 September will go ahead as...
NEWS | Proclamation Ceremony to take place in Hereford today and a list of where you can sign a Book of Condolence for the Queen
Books of Condolence for the royal family following the death of Queen Elizabeth II were distributed yesterday. The venues around Hereford in which the Books of Condolence are open to the public are: Hereford Town Hall, St Owen’s Street:...
EXCLUSIVE | New on-trend vintage clothing shop to open at the Old Market in Hereford
A new, on-trend vintage clothing shop is to open at the Old Market in Hereford on Monday, in the unit previously occupied by Swarovski. What is particularly exciting about this news is that the shop will be run by two young local business-people who have a passion for...
NEWS | The Courtyard celebrated the launch of its pantomime ‘Beauty and the Beast’ with a host of special guests!Â
The Courtyard were delighted to launch this year’s pantomime, Beautyand the Beast this week. Joined by local press and community groups, as well as Courtyard Board members and staff, The Courtyard hosted a celebratory event where guests enjoyed...
NEWS | Iceland will close its store in Hereford city centre for the final time tomorrow
Iceland will close its doors in Hereford city centre for the final time this Saturday. Signs are now up confirming that the Iceland store in Hereford will close on Saturday 10th September. Previous article: Your Herefordshire understands that Iceland is set to close...
NEWS | Two men taken to hospital following a collision near HerefordÂ
Two men have been taken to hospital following a collision near Hereford this morning. A spokesperson for West Midlands Ambulance Service told Your Herefordshire: "We were called at 10.07am to reports of a road traffic collision involving two cars near St...
NEWS | Emergency services called to a collision near Hereford this lunchtimeÂ
West Mercia Police and West Midlands Ambulance Service are currently in attendance at a collision near Hereford. The collision has occurred on the A438 (Hereford to Brecon Road) at Bridge Sollars. There is severe congestion in the area and motorists are advised to use...
NEWS | Majority of football fixtures across the UK cancelled this weekend as mark of respect to Her Majesty The QueenÂ
The majority of football fixtures across the UK have been cancelled alongside other sporting events this weekend as mark of respect to Her Majesty The Queen. A statement from The Premier League said: “The League is deeply saddened to hear of the death of Her Majesty...
NEWS | Kington Show to go ahead as normal this weekend but will include a two minutes silence in memory of Her Majesty The Queen
Kington Show will go ahead as normal this weekend but organisers say that it will include a two minutes silence in memory of Her Majesty The Queen. A spokesperson for Kington Show said: “We are deeply saddened by the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and...
NEWS | Herefordshire Council set to spend £1,058,400 on purchasing housing for six people who have long /repeated history of rough sleeping
Herefordshire Council is set to spend £1,058,400 on purchasing housing for six people who have long /repeated history of rough sleeping. The Council has received funding from the Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities, as well as other areas. The Council...
NEWS | Police appeal for information after two vehicles were damaged in a Herefordshire village
West Mercia Police officers in Hereford are appealing for information after two vehicles were damaged in a Herefordshire village. Officers received a report of criminal damage in the Sufton Lane area of Mordiford. A spokesperson for West Mercia Police said: "We are...
NEWS | The Department for Education set to announce guidance to schools on plans for potential closures should The Queen’s funeral land on a weekday
The Department for Education is today expected to release guidance to schools across the country about what should happen if The Queen's funeral lands on a weekday. Schools will remain open as normal today (Friday). The Department for Education will confirm that all...
NEWS | Important Flag flying guidance following the death of Her Majesty The Queen
Following the death of Her Majesty The Queen, all official flags, including the Union Flag, should be half-masted. Following the death of Her Majesty The Queen, all official flags, including the Union Flag, should be half-masted from as soon as possible today until...
NEWS | West Mercia Police, West Midlands Ambulance Service and Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service all pay tribute to Her Majesty The Queen
West Mercia Police, West Midlands Ambulance Service and Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service have all joined organisations across the country and beyond, in paying tribute to Her Majesty The Queen, following the sad news of her passing yesterday. A short...
NEWS | Statement by the Bishop of Hereford on the death of Her Majesty The Queen
It is with great sadness that we heard the news this evening (Thursday 8 September 2022) of the death of Her Majesty, The Queen. She has been a constant in our lives for eight decades and has been steadfast in her service to our country and The Commonwealth. Her...
NEWS | Flags across Herefordshire will fly at half-mast as a sign of respect and books of condolences will soon be available following the death of Her Majesty The Queen
Statement on behalf of Her Majesty’s Lord-Lieutenant of Herefordshire, Edward Harley OBE: “I am deeply saddened to hear the news regarding our late Sovereign, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. “The Queen has been a constant, reassuring and positive part of all our lives...
NEWS | Mayor of Hereford, Councillor Mark Dykes makes a statement following the death of Her Majesty The Queen
The Mayor of Hereford, Councillor Mark Dykes, has made the following statement: “It is with great sadness that I heard today of the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth the Second. Hers has been the longest reign in British history and her example of duty,...
BREAKING NEWS | Her Majesty the Queen has died aged 96-years-old
It is with incredibly deep sadness that we share the news that Her Majesty the Queen has sadly passed away, aged 96-years-old. Photo Credit - Brian O’Donoghue The news was confirmed by Buckingham Palace a short while ago and has been met with deep sadness from members...
NEWS | Crowds gather at Buckingham Palace as Prince Charles, Prince William and Prince Harry all head to Balmoral following statement that the Queen is under medical supervision
Prince Charles, Prince William and Prince Harry have all travelled to Balmoral in Aberdeenshire following a statement released by Buckingham Palace that confirmed that the Queen is currently under medical supervision following concerns over the health of Her Majesty....
NEWS | Households and businesses affected by gas supply issues in Herefordshire to receive at least £65 in compensation
Cadent Gas have provided an update on the ongoing situation regarding gas supply issues in the Hampton Bishop and Fownhope areas of Herefordshire. The company has this afternoon confirmed that affected households and businesses will be entitled to compensation. A...
NEWS | Appeal for witnesses after ornaments are removed from graves of father and son
A widow has spoken of the upset caused after sentimental ornaments were taken from the graves of her late husband and son. Police are now appealing for information and asking anyone who believes they may be able to help to come forward. It was reported that unknown...
BREAKING | Buckingham Palace has confirmed that the Queen is currently under medical supervision due to concerns over her health
Buckingham Palace has confirmed that the Queen is currently under medical supervision due to concerns over her health. Prime Minister Liz Truss commented on the news saying: “The whole country will be deeply concerned by the news from Buckingham Palace this lunchtime....
NEWS | Ross-On-Wye based HSL Compliance has acquired water compliance specialist DMA Canyon to support its expansion across the UK
West Midlands-based HSL Compliance, an SGI company, has acquired water compliance specialist DMA Canyon to support its expansion across the UK. The acquisition of DMA Canyon enhances HSL Compliance’s nationwide footprint and enables the risk and compliance...
NEWS | Lightning strike lead to a fire in one area of the Herefordshire countryside on WednesdayÂ
Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service crews from Kingsland and Eardisley were called to the Weobley Marsh area on Wednesday afternoon. They were responding to calls of a fire involving an electrical transformer and the surrounding area. It is believed that...
NEWS | Cadent Gas release new update with some properties expected to be reconnected to gas network from today Â
Cadent Gas have released an updated, with some properties in the Hampton Bishop area expected to be reconnected to the local gas network from today. Please note that the below update from Cadent Gas was released on Wednesday evening. “Good news, we have started to get...
WHAT’S ON? | Alton Towers releases details of its award-winning Scarefest that returns this year
Alton Towers Resort will celebrate 15 years of its award-winning Scarefest and this year, guests can expect more creepy scares, shocks and spooktacular thrills than ever before. From the frantically funny to seriously spooky themed attractions, Scarefest returns for...
WHAT’S ON? | West Midland Safari Park to host a ‘Spooky Spectacular’ this HalloweenÂ
West Midland Safari Park will be brimming with Halloween decorations and hundreds of pumpkins in its impressive Pumpkin Patch. Their excitable pumpkin-scarecrow character, ‘Patch’, will be returning during half term to greet guests and put on a fantastic show! This...
NEWS | Royal Mail workers in Herefordshire are taking strike action today and tomorrow – FULL DETAILS
Royal Mail workers in Herefordshire are on strike today! Major disruption is expected over the coming weeks with thousands of Royal Mail workers set to strike for four days. A statement from Royal Mail said: “The Communication Workers Union (CWU) has called on its...
NEWS | Latest update on Hampton Bishop and surrounding area gas supply issues from Cadent Gas Â
Cadent Gas have been providing a number of updates since a number of properties in the Hampton Bishop and surrounding areas lost gas supply on Tuesday. Work has been ongoing throughout Tuesday and Wednesday to solve the problem, with Cadent now able to update with...
NEWS | The storm names for the 2022/23 season have been announced by the Met OfficeÂ
The storm names for the 2022/23 season have been announced by the Met Office, in partnership with Met Éireann and KNMI. Antoni, Betty and Cillian will be the first named storms for the group this year. Storm names chosen by Met Office, Met Éireann and...
NEWS | Local business sponsors local football team and chooses to put a charities logo on the shirts instead of their own Â
HSL Compliance have recently sponsored the Hereford Pegasus Under 15’s side and have decided to put the logo of a charity on the teams shirts, rather than their own. A spokesperson for HSL Compliance said: “HSL Compliance were honoured to be asked to sponsor this...
NEWS | Man handed prison sentence as couple found guilty of fly tipping
Jamie and Lisa Turley used a false identity on Facebook to arrange waste removals and fly tipped waste in Bromyard On 23 August, Herefordshire Council won an enforcement case against a married couple who were found guilty of fly tipping waste at the Openfields Caravan...
NEWS | A Kington artist has opened his studio to exhibit his work during Herefordshire Art Week for the 20th consecutive year
By Andy Compton: A Kington artist has opened his studio to exhibit his work during Herefordshire Art Week for the 20th consecutive year. Peter Horrocks is opening his studio in the garden at Copperfields in Old Eardisley Road again this year to display his abstract...