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Please be assured that once the government advice is such and we are confident that the virus threat is no longer with us, we will be promoting our countryside and the lots of things to see and do Herefordshire
Open All Year
Hereford Cathedral
Hereford Cathedral, Mappa Mundi & Chained Library
Hereford Churches
www.visitherefordshirechurches.co.uk
National Trust Properties
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/lists/herefordshire
Chase Tour & Tasting Everyday except Sundays www.chasedistillery.co.uk
Various other Gardens, Castles, Attractions & Historic Houses r
Hereford Guided Walks www.herefordguidedwalks.org.uk
Ludlow Medieval Christmas Fayre 23rd & 24th November
Ludlow Medieval Christmas Fayre
Hay Festival Winter Weekend Thursday 28th November to Sunday 1st December
Hay Festival Weekend
Open All Year
Hereford Cathedral Hereford Cathedral, Mappa Mundi & Chained Library
Hereford Churches www.visitherefordshirechurches.co.uk
National Trust Properties www.nationaltrust.org.uk/lists/herefordshire
Chase Tour & Tasting Everyday except Sundays www.chasedistillery.co.uk
Hereford Guided Walks www.herefordguidedwalks.org.uk
Gardens, Castles, Attractions & Historic Houses re-opening
Beer On The Wye 5th – 7th July Beer On The Wye
Monmouth Show Saturday 6th July Monmouth Show
Shobdon Food & Flying Festival 6th & 7th July Shobdon Food & Flying Festival
Leominster/Hereford Kite Festival 13th & 14th July Kite Festival
Much Marcle Steam Rally 20th & 21st July Much Marcle Steam Rally
Open Gardens at Laskett Gardens 21st July The Laskett Gardents
The Royal Welsh Show 22nd – 25th July The Royal Welsh Show
Ludlow Magna Onga (food & drink walk) 11th August Ludlow Magna Onga
Prosecco in the Park 16th to 18th August Prosecco In The Park
Open All Year
Hereford Cathedral Hereford Cathedral, Mappa Mundi & Chained Library
Hereford Churches www.visitherefordshirechurches.co.uk
National Trust Properties www.nationaltrust.org.uk/lists/herefordshire
Chase Tour & Tasting Everyday except Sundays www.chasedistillery.co.uk
Hereford Guided Walks www.herefordguidedwalks.org.uk
Gardens, Castles, Attractions & Historic Houses re-opening
RHS Malvern Spring Festival
8th & 9th May www.rhs.org.uk/shows-events/malvern-spring-festival
Ludlow Spring Festival
13th & 14th May www.ludlowspringfestival.co.uk
Hay Festival
23rd May to 2nd June www.hayfestival.com
Ewyas Harold Festival of Arts
25th to 27th May 2019 www.ewyasharoldartsfestival.wordpress.com
Hay Festival
23rd May to 2nd June Hay Festival
Hereford Food Festival 8th & 9th June Hereford Food Festival
Hellens Garden Festival 8th & 9th June Hellens Garden Festival
Royal Three Counties Show 14th – 16th June Royal Three Counties Show
Beer On The Wye 5th – 7th July Beer On The Wye
Monmouth Show Saturday 6th July Monmouth Show
Shobdon Food & Flying Festival 6th & 7th July Shobdon Food & Flying Festival
Leominster/Hereford Kite Festival 13th & 14th July Kite Festival
Much Marcle Steam Rally 20th & 21st July Much Marcle Steam Rally
Open Gardens at Laskett Gardens 21st July The Laskett Gardents
The Royal Welsh Show 22nd – 25th July The Royal Welsh Show
Open All Year
Hereford Cathedral Hereford Cathedral, Mappa Mundi & Chained Library
Hereford Churches www.visitherefordshirechurches.co.uk
National Trust Properties www.nationaltrust.org.uk/lists/herefordshire
Chase Tour & Tasting Everyday except Sundays www.chasedistillery.co.uk
Hereford Guided Walks www.herefordguidedwalks.org.uk
Gardens, Castles, Attractions & Historic Houses re-opening
RHS Malvern Spring Festival
8th & 9th May www.rhs.org.uk/shows-events/malvern-spring-festival
Ludlow Spring Festival
13th & 14th May www.ludlowspringfestival.co.uk
Hay Festival
23rd May to 2nd June www.hayfestival.com
Ewyas Harold Festival of Arts
25th to 27th May 2019 www.ewyasharoldartsfestival.wordpress.com
Hay Festival
23rd May to 2nd June Hay Festival
Hereford Food Festival 8th & 9th June Hereford Food Festival
Hellens Garden Festival 8th & 9th June Hellens Garden Festival
Royal Three Counties Show 14th – 16th June Royal Three Counties Show
Beer On The Wye 5th – 7th July Beer On The Wye
Monmouth Show Saturday 6th July Monmouth Show
Shobdon Food & Flying Festival 6th & 7th July Shobdon Food & Flying Festival
Leominster/Hereford Kite Festival 13th & 14th July Kite Festival
Much Marcle Steam Rally 20th & 21st July Much Marcle Steam Rally
Open Gardens at Laskett Gardens 21st July The Laskett Gardents
The Royal Welsh Show 22nd – 25th July The Royal Welsh Show
Visit Herefordshire, wrap up warm and enjoy some of our lovely walks, even in the winter.
Herefordshire Cathedral
30th November to 2nd December The Annual Christmas Fair gives you the chance to see this splendid castle at its most atmospheric and beautifully decorated for Christmas. Once again there will be stalls exhibiting a wide range of gifts, local crafts and produce.
Saturday 8th December Browse, chat, make a purchase & discuss bespoke commissions. You’ll only find handmade, original contemporary & traditional crafts. Lisa Steed Davey, with her lovely bags etc is just a sample of the beautiful items you’ll see. Hereford’s art and craft market in High Town, Hereford HR1 1AA from 9am to 4pm. There are usually around 30 stalls selling unique, affordable, original arts and crafts from local makers. Crafts for sale include pottery, sculpture, jewellery and textiles.
Various dates throught December Please open the link, then type ‘Herefordshire’ into the search bar to find the full itinery for the following delightful National Trust Properties:- Berrington Hall Croft Castle Weir Gardens Brockhampton Court
Saturday 3rd November
Browse, chat, make a purchase & discuss bespoke commissions. You’ll only find handmade, original contemporary & traditional crafts. Lisa Steed Davey, with her lovely bags etc is just a sample of the beautiful items you’ll see.
Hereford’s art and craft market in High Town, Hereford HR1 1AA from 9am to 4pm. There are usually around 30 stalls selling unique, affordable, original arts and crafts from local makers.
Crafts for sale include pottery, sculpture, jewellery and textiles.
Churches tell a story, many stories – of families, of political intrigue and social change, of architecture, and changes in belief. Herefordshire Churches Tourism Group is a network of some of the best churches and chapels in the county that have…
www.visitherefordshirechurches.co.uk
23rd to 25th November
Festival magic for all the family. Enjoy Hay Festival Winter Weekend and the start of Advent in Hay on Wye Whether you are visiting for the first time or retuning, enjoy stories, music and great company and some warming and joyful festival spirit.
www.hayfestival.com/winterweekend
Sunday 25th November
Great collection of stalls showcasing all you need for those very special presents & stocking fillers. Music & activities for children, choice of excellent street food plus the Friends’ Cafe serving warming mulled wine & very good cake.
www.friendsofcastlegreen.org.uk
6th & 7th October.
Come to Berrington to celebrate the annual harvest with the ‘Apple Month’. This weekend they will be celebrating with horse and carriage rides, apple pressing demonstrations in the gardens, and apple themed trail and even some apple themed goods in the shop and tea-room. Why not go and celebrate?
13th & 14th October
For an afternoon, a day or a full weekend – the Big Apple is a special opportunity to enjoy the Autumn countryside in the Herefordshire parishes on the Marcle Ridge. The local orchards are famous for their cider fruit and their excellent eating apples. In our thirtieth year, the award-winning communities of these tiny parishes have put together a collection of small rural events based in and around Much Marcle, to enable you to share with the tradition of apple growing and cidermaking.
28th October
Established in 1974, the museum is an independent working museum concerned primarily, but not exclusively, with the story of the supply of water for public consumption from earliest habitation to the close of the 20th century. Home to a permanent exhibition about Hereford in WW2 the museum is generally seen as a time capsule of social history for Herefordshire, the Marches and parts of Wales. With one of the widest range of working steam, oil, gas and hot air engines engines in the UK, many of which can be seen doing what they were intended for – pumping water, this will be a fantastic day out. There are trails for the children and interactive devices across the Museum which visitors are encouraged to touch and use. This includes the Heritage Water Park (a children’s play ’n’ learn zone) in which there are nine life size devices for pumping, moving and filtering water.
8th September 2018
Kington Show offers a traditional show with horses, cattle, sheep and Poultry classes culminating with a grand parade of livestock. There will be nearly 200 trade stands at the event, with many local producers, arts and crafts, food, tools, toys, clothes, tractors to name just a few!
8th – 16th September
Established some 15 years ago, h.Art is a prestigious annual event across Herefordshire, with a huge variety of art on show with at a huge variety of media , hundreds of individual artists in venues across the whole county. With the vast majority offering free admission to visitors, h.Art promises a fun day out in one of England’s most beautiful counties as well as the chance to go on the famous h.Art Trail.
29th & 30th September
Malvern Autumn Show returns for a weekend of home-grown family fun. You can browse top exhibits in the RHS Flower Show and purchase quality plants from these award-winning nurseries.
The UK National Giant Vegetable Championship promises to return bigger and better than ever before with a broad variety of oversized vegetables. Nostalgia and retro fans can discover hidden gems in the Vintage Village with an array of eclectic finds.
Malvern Autumn Show is a show for all the family and throws open its gates to welcome toddlers to teenagers and big kids too.
5th August
Herefordshire Country Fair offers Three rings of non-stop all-day entertainment and country fair favourites: terrier racing, working gun dogs, inter hunt relay, scurry racing, laser clay shooting, fly fishing and a parade of foxhounds. With over a 100 trade stands, the shopping and craft marquee and the fabulous food hall, the fair offers a great shopping experience.
The Fair is now in its 40th year and promises a great family day out.
herefordshirecountryfair.co.uk
10th – 12th August
This is Gwatkin Cider’s seventh Down on the Farm Festival. The Festival started as a one day event in 2012 and then expanded to a three day festival in 2013. The owner of Gwatkin Cider, Denis Gwatkin has played in several bands since his teenage years with most of the practice sessions and performances being at the farm.
Our aim is to give local up and coming bands the opportunity to play live on stage alongside more established names on the live music circuit.
downonthefarmfestival.gwatkincider.co.uk
18th & 19th August
Hampton Court Castle Bee Celebration. In celebration of National Honey Bee Day, enjoy a weekend filled with everything bees!
There will be talks, stalls and food all in collaboration with local associations, beekeepers and producers.
Also look out for the bees as you wander around the gardens here at Hampton Court Castle!
The gardens, castle tours and Orangery Cafe will be open as usual. Normal admission prices apply.
30th June & 1st July
Set in beautiful north Herefordshire surroundings at an historic WW2 airfield, the unique event combines the best local gastronomy, a host of aviation attractions, arts and crafts, demonstrations, live music and lots more. It means a visit, the whole family can enjoy. For Fliers: Browse the incredible collection of static aircraft and helicopters and watch dozens of interesting arrivals from around the country throughout the weekend. For Foodies: Sample and buy from over seventy of the very best food and drink producers from Herefordshire and the surrounding counties.
http://www.shobdonfoodandflyingfestival.co.uk
Saturday 7th July
Each year over 20,000 visitors enjoy a taste of farming and the countryside at the stunning showground on the banks of the River Wye in Monmouth.
An outstanding Grand Parade of British livestock and horses is the highlight of a day packed with the thrills and spills of main ring entertainment, food, farming and a wide range of rural interests. Whether a regular, or a first time visitor, you’ll be sure of a warm welcome.
23rd – 26th July
Along with an exciting four-days of livestock competitions, with entries travelling from far and wide to compete, the show has something to interest everyone through its wide range of activities including forestry, horticulture, crafts, countryside sports, shopping, food and drink and a 12-hour programme each day of exciting entertainment, attractions and displays.
www.rwas.co.uk/royal-welsh-show
28th July to 4th August
Highlights include artists such as The Philharmonia Orchestra, Artisitc Director Geraint Bowen, Soloists Clare Hammond, Ruby Hughes and Mahan Esfahani.
24th May to 3rd June
Hay Festival is the literary highlight of the UK’s cultural calendar, bringing together the greatest writers, thinkers and performers of the moment in a vibrant exchange of ideas and celebration of creative work for all ages.
Hay Festival celebrates great writing from poets and scientists, lyricists and comedians, novelists and environmentalists, and the power of great ideas to transform our way of thinking.
9th & 10th June
Showcasting the finest food and drink purveyors from Hereford and beyond –
The Hereford Food Festival is back for its second year and is set to be another fabulous weekend for all the family with Food, Fun, Music and More.
www.theherefordfoodfestival.co.uk
15th – 17th June
The Heart of England’s premiere celebration of the countryside and rural life – it’s a great summer’s day out. Lots of activities for all the family ensure that there is never a dull moment. The finest showcase of farming, equine, food and the great outdoors comes together at Three Counties Showground, Malvern – Make sure you’re part of it.
16 – 24th June
Set the time aside to enjoy nine days of glorious summer walking. Explore some of Herefordshire’s history and heritage …..
30th June & 1st July
Set in beautiful north Herefordshire surroundings at an historic WW2 airfield, the unique event combines the best local gastronomy, a host of aviation attractions, arts and crafts, demonstrations, live music and lots more. It means a visit, the whole family can enjoy. For Fliers: Browse the incredible collection of static aircraft and helicopters and watch dozens of interesting arrivals from around the country throughout the weekend. For Foodies: Sample and buy from over seventy of the very best food and drink producers from Herefordshire and the surrounding counties.
4th & 5th May
The Carnival is a day of fun for everyone, celebrating the beauty and vitality of the River Wye and the life that it brings to the city of Hereford.
Hereford is the only city on the River Wye – the fifth-longest river in the UK, stretching some 215 kilometres (134 miles) from source to sea.
4th & 5th May
Now in its 7th year! All things Chilli to try and buy! Live music, bars, hot food, children’s cookery school, Chilli Eating Competition and cookery demonstrations. #EastnorChilliFest
6th & 7th May – Blossomtime Weekend
The annual Blossomtime celebration takes place over the May Day bank holiday weekend.
Marcle Ridge Country – Another good reason to come to the Big Apple is simply to enjoy this wonderful stretch of countryside. Woodlands, soft fruit fields, hopyards and grazing pastures mix with the orchards to create a lovely farming patchwork. The slopes of the Marcle Ridge offer splendid views across to the Malvern Hills to the east, while Woolhope in the west lies within the Wye Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
10th – 13th May
Set against the magnificent Malvern Hills, the spring festival is packed with flowers, food, crafts and family fun
www.rhs.org.uk/shows-events/malvern-spring-festival
24th May to 3rd June
Hay Festival is the literary highlight of the UK’s cultural calendar, bringing together the greatest writers, thinkers and performers of the moment in a vibrant exchange of ideas and celebration of creative work for all ages.
Hay Festival celebrates great writing from poets and scientists, lyricists and comedians, novelists and environmentalists, and the power of great ideas to transform our way of thinking.
Everyday until April 29th
Weeping Window – the cascade of thousands of individual ceramic poppies will appear at Hereford Cathedral as part of the final year of 14-18 NOW’s UK-wide tour of the iconic poppies. Weeping Window is be free and open to the public.
www.herefordcathedral.org/news/poppies-weeping-window
Starting 14th March until 31st October 2018
Join Hereford Guild of Guides to see Hereford’s interesting and historic buildings and other structures, hear about the history of the city through the ages from Saxon times, its role in the Civil War and its famous people. The tours last about one and a half hours, starting at the main entrance of the Cathedral. There is no need to book in advance but you will need to purchase a ticket prior to joining the walk.
Everyday
Spring is in full swing at The Weir Garden, the 10 acre woodland garden is at its best in spring where the paths wind their way through a carpet of spring flowers with the daffodils replacing the snowdrops under the trees. Shake off the cold weather blues by walking through the drifts of daffodils, primroses and aconites through ther woodland garden on the banks of the River Wye.
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/the-weir-garden
Saturday 21st April
Hereford’s art and craft market in High Town, Hereford HR1 1AA from 9am to 4pm. There are usually around 30 stalls selling unique, affordable, original arts and crafts from local makers.
Wednesday 14 March to 29th April
The iconic poppy sculpture Weeping Window by artist Paul Cummins and designer Tom Piper at Hereford Cathedral. The work is on site as part of the final year of 14–18 NOW’s UK-wide tour of the poppies. The men and women of Herefordshire made a huge contribution to the war effort, from the brave young men recruited into the Herefordshire Light Infantry, to the Canary Girls who filled munition shells at the Rotherwas Munitions Factory. Local farmers provided food for the country and the Front, as well as horses for the movement of soldiers and supplies.
Simply beautiful, this amazing display is a must to been seen whilst staying with us. https://www.herefordcathedral.org/news/poppies-weeping-window-experienced-by-thousands
1st to 3rd December
The Annual Christmas Fair gives you the chance to see this splendid castle at its most atmospheric and beautifully decorated for Christmas. Once again there will be stalls exhibiting a wide range of gifts, local crafts and produce.
Saturday 9th December
Hereford’s art and craft market in High Town, Hereford HR1 1AA from 9am to 4pm on Saturday 4th November. There are usually around 30 stalls selling unique, affordable, original arts and crafts from local makers. Crafts for sale include pottery, sculpture, jewellery and textiles.
2nd, 3rd, 9th, 10th, 17th & 17th December
Step back in time to the 1950’s this Christmas at Croft and evoke the spirit of post-war Britain through the rooms of the castle. Discover how the Croft family worked with the National Trust to save the castle and its parkland for the nation in 1957.
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/croft-castle-and-parkland
Saturday 16th December
This year’s Christmas Jumper Raceday offers a fantastic way to get into the festive spirit with a fun day out at the races!
There will be plenty of entertainment and festive music to enjoy and the Christmas Cracker Raceday package …..
7th, 8th, 14th, 15, 20th, 21 and 22nd December
Shoppers are in for a magical time at Hereford’s Christmas Markets with around 40 stalls each day situated in the heart of Hereford City Centre, all in sight of our giant Christmas tree.
There will be an abundance of festive treats and gifts on offer, including quality local and regional products, crafts, clothing, accessories, jewellery, unique gifts, decorations and stocking fillers which are sure to make the perfect present! In addition there will be our usual selection of traditional market stall lines from authentic independent traders.
Saturday 4th November
Hereford’s art and craft market in High Town, Hereford HR1 1AA from 9am to 4pm on Saturday 4th November. There are usually around 30 stalls selling unique, affordable, original arts and crafts from local makers. Crafts for sale include pottery, sculpture, jewellery and textiles.
18th, 19th, 25th, & 26th November
Step back in time to the 1950’s this Christmas at Croft and evoke the spirit of post-war Britain through the rooms of the castle. Discover how the Croft family worked with the National Trust to save the castle and its parkland for the nation in 1957.
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/croft-castle-and-parkland
23rd to 26th November
Festival magic for all the family. Enjoy Hay Festival Winter Weekend and the start of Advent in Hay on Wye Whether you are visiting for the first time or the 18th time, enjoy stories, music and great company and some warming and joyful festival spirit.
Hay Winter Food Festival is on Saturday 25 November from 10-4pm in the Market Square with over 40 local exhibitors
Hay Does Vintage on Sunday 26 November from 10:30-4pm in the Market Square, Cheese market and Butter Market.
www.hayfestival.com/winterweekend
Wednesday 29th November
Hereford Racecourse is partnering with ABF The Soldiers’ Charity for this inaugural raceday.
Hereford Racecourse is helping raise funds for servicemen and women. There are also plans for a military choir to entertain racegoers during the afternoon.
18th & 25th November
The Georgians loved a good party so visit Berrington Hall to celebrate Christmas music, food, dancing and present giving traditions enjoyed by the gentry of a grand mansion house.
The ground floor of the mansion will be dressed as if it were an evening masquerade ball see some of the stunning costumes they may have worn to dance the night away.
Go downstairs to see the hustle and bustle of servant life whilst the Lord’s and ladies of the house enjoyed a relaxing party upstairs.
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/berrington-hall
Great collection of stalls showcasing all you need for those very special presents & stocking fillers. Music & activities for children, choice of excellent street food plus the Friends’ Cafe serving warming mulled wine & very good cake.
7th October
The Cider Weekend at Berrington Hall showcases Berrington’s harvest of its vintage apple collection, which will be on display and available to buy and take home over the weekend. Cider bars, apple grafting, pruning and identification and pressing demonstrations. Take your weird and wonderful varieties for identification by the apple ID team…
https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/berrington-hall/whats-on
14th & 15th Ocotober
Take part in a seasonal celebration of English apples and cider in the Herefordshire parishes of Marcle Ridge. Enjoy breakfast or lunch at the Scrumpy House. Leominster Morris Men will be there during the course of the day. Cider Mill tour and tastings also be available during the day….
21st October
A day of apple themed activities ….
21st October
Eardisland Craft Fair is held both inside St Mary’s Church and in two marquees. Crafts being exhibited include a comprehensive range of jewellery, scarves and handbags, scented candles, cards, metalworks, polished gemstones, woodcrafts, textiles and much, much more! With over 40 stalls to browse this will be an event not to miss…
29th October
This is one of the 20 days in 2017 when the Waterworks Museum will be open between 12-4pm with all the Museum’s engines operating in steam.
The Museum is also the home to a permanent exhibition about Hereford in WW2 and is generally a time capsule of social history for Herefordshire, the Marches and parts of Wales.
And the museum has one of the widest range of working steam, oil, gas and hot air engines engines in the UK, many of which can be seen doing what they were intend for – pumping water.
8th – 10th September
Celebrationing this year, 50 years of the best folk festival/cultural event in the Welsh Border area, featuring over 170 hours of entertainment in just one weekend of traditional music, song and dance.
www.bromyardfolkfestival.co.uk
8th – 10th September
Painting the perfect picture…
for lovers of quality food….
9th – 17th September
Established some 15 years ago, h.Art is a prestigious annual event across Herefordshire, with a huge variety of art on show with at a huge variety of media , hundreds of individual artists in venues across the whole county. With the vast majority offering free admission to visitors, h.Art promises a fun day out in one of England’s most beautiful counties as well as the chance to go on the famous h.Art Trail.
16th – 17th September
Over the lastseveral years, Abergavenny Food Festival has grown to become the largest, longest running food festival in Wales. The event enjoys an exceptional reputation as a place for chefs, food businesses, journalists, farmers and food producers to come together. We are known for being an inclusive and welcoming event, delivering a delicious opportunity for people from all walks of life to explore and learn about food.
Through our outstanding programme of activities, including product tastings, kids’ activities, masterclasses, hands-on cookery lessons and topical debates, we provide the inside track on food issues, offer new ideas about the future of our food and showcase rising stars emerging from the industry.
www.abergavennyfoodfestival.com
Malvern Autumn Show, in partnership with Westons Cider Visitors Centre, returns for a weekend of home-grown family fun.
Headlining the Cookery Theatre is the charismatic Great British Menu host, Andi Oliver alongside everyone’s favourite laid-back Great British Baker, Selasi Gbormittah.
Topping the horticultural line-up is the RHS Flower Show plus we welcome BBC Gardeners’ World Carol Klein and Alys Fowler. Celebrity florist, Jonathan Moseley will be championing British Flowers and floristry with interactive workshops.
23rd & 24th September