Orgasmic Cider Company: Craft Cider & Perry makers The Orgasmic Cider Company is a family business & working farm based at Great Parton Farm in the beautiful Wye Valley, Herefordshire. Growing, harvesting and producing Cider, Perry &…
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2017
Hay Festival Exhibition at Old Chapel Gallery opens on Saturday May 27 2017. A special Festival Exhibition at Old Chapel Gallery, Pembridge to run during the Hay Festival of Literature and the Arts opens on Saturday May 27th and continues to the end of June and features the work of talented British artists and makers from far and near. Heading the line up is artist Vivienne Cawson who captures pattern, colour and natural form which are the focus for her floral watercolours. Inspiration is sparked by the colours and shapes of flowers, gorgeous fabric, a special jug or vase. Artist and jeweller Hannah Willow, whose inspiration comes from the land, wild and free places, stories and folklore, poetry, myth and legend. She strives to capture the hidden memory held within when creating her silver jewellery and mixed media paintings. John Mainwaring has created a new collection of carved wooden sculptures. “Although I use traditional tools I am willing to incorporate modern developments if it suits me and I try to bring out the spirit or essence of the piece I am working on. If this needs exaggeration, the length of a bird’s beak for instance, then I will do so.” […]
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Jun
2017
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Characters from several hundred years of history will come to life in Hereford with guided tours of the College Cloisters this summer as they present It’s a Vicar’s life at Hereford Cathedral ‘It’s a Vicar’s Life!’ is a light-hearted, living history interpretation of the lives and exploits of some of the colourful historical characters who have lived and worked at the cathedral since the Middle Ages. The guided tour takes visitors into College Cloisters, an area not usually open to the public, which was originally built towards the end of the fifteenth century as accommodation for the cathedral’s vicars choral – priests specially employed to sing the services. St John’s Walk, the covered way between the cloisters and the cathedral, was recently restored with support from the Heritage Lottery Fund. Visitors may encounter a seventeenth-century vicar choral, James Reed; Nelly Pearce, one of the college laundrymaids; or Bishop Richard Mayew, who died in 1516 and is buried in the cathedral. It’s a Vicar’s Life!’ tours take place at 4 pm on Tuesdays throughout the summer, beginning at the Welcome Desk in the cathedral and finishing with a glass of beer or apple juice in College Hall. Dates: June 20, 27, July […]
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Jun
2017
Homme House Afternoon Tea and Garden Visit In aid of St Michael’s Hospice Rarely open to the public and a popular wedding venue, Homme House is a Grade II* listed building in over 110 acres of parkland with over 110 acres of beautiful gardens, lakes and paddock, and 80 acres of woodland. Enter the private estate through a tree-lined driveway to the historic house, formerly owned by Sir John Kyrle and his family. Should you visit the house and enjoy afternoon tea, or tour the splendid garden and grounds first? The choice is yours. Stroll through the winding cherry tree walk then continue through to the water feature and steps sweeping down to a bog garden beyond. Cross the croquet lawn to enter the woodland walk or enter the two-acre walled garden where you’ll nd summer shrubs in full bloom and the rose garden at its best with sweet scented magnificent blooms in flower. Find the beech arch to visit the garden’s unique, unaltered Grade I listed 17th century gothic summer house. Climb its spiral stone stairs to enter the main room for peaceful bucolic contemplation and to appreciate stunning views of the Malvern Hills as seen for centuries. On entering […]
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Jun
2017
An Evening with the British Explorer and Adventurer Tim Oakley at Castle House Hotel in Hereford. The British adventurer Tim Oakley and his three-man team recently retraced Norwegian explorer Roald Amundsen’s 1905 dogsled journey, travelling 1,100 kilometres from Hershel Island, 5km off the coast of the Yukon to Eagle, Alaska. Tim, who has completed many other exciting expeditions, will be at Castle House Hotel for one night to relate just what inspired him to do it and how his three-man, 22-dog team endured six weeks of extreme terrain and frigid temperatures to successfully recreate the trip Amundsen achieved 111 years ago. (Tim has donated his fee for the evening to the Royal Geographical Society, of which he is a Fellow.) Ticket: £45 including talk, presentation, two-course dinner and coffee For more information contact Castle House Hotel 01432 356321 or visit castlehse.co.uk
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Jun
2017
The Ledbury Poetry Festival is the UK’s longest and largest poetry festival with ten days of readings, events and celebrations. Now in it’s 21st year and bigger and better than ever. See Ledbury come alive and enjoy immersing yourself in poetry and celebrations with poets from near and far there is something for everyone at this unique festival, to see a list of events read the festival programme here For further information contact the festival manager Phillippa Singer e manager@poetry-festival.co.uk t 01531 636232 a The Master’s House, St Katherine’s, Bye Street, Ledbury HR8 1EA Box Office 01531 636232 e boxoffice@poetry-festival.co.uk TICKET PRICES VARY EACH DAY AND FOR DIFFERENT EVENTS
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Jun
2017
As we look forward to longer days, balmy evenings and with Summer around the corner our thoughts are turning to our gardens. With this in mind the garden sculpture exhibition at Old Chapel Gallery in Pembridge opens, showing the work of talented designer/makers in a variety of media. Sculptor Simon Griffiths, from the North of England creates unique birds and animals in stoneware. He has made several Barn and Tawny owls, kestrels, kites, blackbirds and thrushes, all life size with some displayed on wooden posts ready to be displayed outside. The work of five Artist blacksmiths will be showing a collection of their latest work in forged steel to include water features, dragonflies, planters, green men, poppies, ferns, sheep, buzzards, herons, hares, owls as well as abstract pieces along with practical garden furniture, garden arch, hanging seat and plant supports. Some will be galvanised to protect them from the weather and some will feature hand blown glass. Local sculptress, Miranda, creates her pieces from stainless steel and bronze resin and will include, wrens, kingfishers and long tailed tits. Sculptor David England who lives and works in Herefordshire has carved some new smaller pieces using Portland and Forest Of Dean stone, […]
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Jul
2017
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Hereford Food Festival will be at Hereford Racecourse on 1 and 2 July 2017 and is being organised by Big Bull Events Ltd. A great day out for all the family with Food, Masterclasses, a Kids Village, Live Music and an Artisan Village. Masterclasses will include Jean-Chrisophe Novelli and the winner of Masterchef 2016 Jane Devonshire. Sample and enjoy fine, freshly made food and drink either on site, or to take home! Also enjoy the ambiance of Live Music to accompany your day out and also entertainment for the whole family to enjoy. For more information visit the website theherefordfoodfestival.co.uk
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Jul
2017
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Shobdon Food & Flying Festival has been a fixture of the county’s calendar for over a decade making it the longest running event of its kind in Herefordshire. What started as a village show with a few dozen visitors has grown into an event that now sees thousands flock to the small north Herefordshire village. Sponsored by Bestparks and set in beautiful north Herefordshire surroundings at an historic WW2 airfield, this event combines the best local food, a host of aviation attractions, arts and crafts, demonstrations, live music and lots more. For Fliers: Browse the incredible collection of static aircraft and helicopters and watch dozens of interesting arrivals from around the country throughout the weekend. Could flying be the hobby for you? Take a light aircraft or helicopter trial flight over beautiful Herefordshire countryside. Enjoy talks and demonstrations on various aspects of aviation. W: shobdonfoodandflyingfestival.co.uk
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2017
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Shobdon Food & Flying Festival has been a fixture of the county’s calendar for over a decade making it the longest running event of its kind in Herefordshire. What started as a village show with a few dozen visitors has grown into an event that now sees thousands flock to the small north Herefordshire village. Sponsored by Bestparks and set in beautiful north Herefordshire surroundings at an historic WW2 airfield, this event combines the best local food, a host of aviation attractions, arts and crafts, demonstrations, live music and lots more. For Fliers: Browse the incredible collection of static aircraft and helicopters and watch dozens of interesting arrivals from around the country throughout the weekend. Could flying be the hobby for you? Take a light aircraft or helicopter trial flight over beautiful Herefordshire countryside. Enjoy talks and demonstrations on various aspects of aviation. W: shobdonfoodandflyingfestival.co.uk
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Jul
2017
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Hereford Food Festival will be at Hereford Racecourse on 1 and 2 July 2017 and is being organised by Big Bull Events Ltd. A great day out for all the family with Food, Masterclasses, a Kids Village, Live Music and an Artisan Village. Masterclasses will include Jean-Chrisophe Novelli and the winner of Masterchef 2016 Jane Devonshire. Sample and enjoy fine, freshly made food and drink either on site, or to take home! Also enjoy the ambiance of Live Music to accompany your day out and also entertainment for the whole family to enjoy. For more information visit the website theherefordfoodfestival.co.uk
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Jul
2017
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Kington Fleamarket offers free entry to trade buyers and public all welcome. Every Sunday, April 2nd – September 24th 10 am – 4 pm at NFU Livestock Market. Love Lane, Kington, Herefordshire, HR5 3BT. ON – SITE FOOD & REFRESHMENTS Public conveniences are located nearby in the town centre BUYERS: Free entry. Lots of free parking around the town Bag yourself a bargain or three, find unusual gift and food items, browse the antique and vintage stalls and lots more besides. SELLERS: Bookings now being taken for April 2nd onwards Email: kingtonfleamarket@gmail.com Telephone: 01544 231527 Special introductory offer: Pre-booked pitches HALF PRICE only £2 per square metre, minimum £5. Applies to all email or telephone bookings made by 18:00 Friday March 31st. No charge for vehicles on pitch – easy setting up. Use your own stands/tables. Casual pitches (if available on the day) £4 per square metre, minimum £10 PAY ON THE DAY w: kingtonfleamarket.co.uk
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Jul
2017
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Characters from several hundred years of history will come to life in Hereford with guided tours of the College Cloisters this summer as they present It’s a Vicar’s life at Hereford Cathedral ‘It’s a Vicar’s Life!’ is a light-hearted, living history interpretation of the lives and exploits of some of the colourful historical characters who have lived and worked at the cathedral since the Middle Ages. The guided tour takes visitors into College Cloisters, an area not usually open to the public, which was originally built towards the end of the fifteenth century as accommodation for the cathedral’s vicars choral – priests specially employed to sing the services. St John’s Walk, the covered way between the cloisters and the cathedral, was recently restored with support from the Heritage Lottery Fund. Visitors may encounter a seventeenth-century vicar choral, James Reed; Nelly Pearce, one of the college laundrymaids; or Bishop Richard Mayew, who died in 1516 and is buried in the cathedral. It’s a Vicar’s Life!’ tours take place at 4 pm on Tuesdays throughout the summer, beginning at the Welcome Desk in the cathedral and finishing with a glass of beer or apple juice in College Hall. Dates: June 20, 27, July […]
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Jul
2017
The essence of summer Floral Demonstration at Stockton Bury Gardens Chelsea Flower Show RHS Gold Medal winner Yolanda Campbell presents a flower demonstration. Yolanda is a florist, a National Teacher and Area Demonstrator. She specialises in Wedding and corporate events. Don’t miss the opportunity to pick up fantastic tips and inspiration in this fantastic setting. FOR THE DEMONSTRATION PLEASE CALL OR EMAIL TAMSIN TO BOOK A PLACE 07880 712649 or email twstocktonbury@outlook.com
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Jul
2017
Linton Festival takes place at The Alma Inn in Linton, near Ross on Wye. Dates for the 2017 festival are 7-9 July 2017. The Linton Festival® is run by a team of local volunteers and is a non-profit organisation with a policy of supporting local charitable and other voluntary groups. Since 2001, the festival has raised in excess of £90,000, most of which has been distributed to the benefit of the local community. For a full line up of bands, visit the website lintonfestival.org/ Tickets are available from the website, prices vary.
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Jul
2017
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Hereford Beer & Cider Festival 2017 Back for its thirteenth year, Beer on the Wye is set to return to Hereford over the weekend of the 7th to 9th July 2017 at Hereford Rowing Club. Festival entry packages available on the day BEER: Beer on the Wye XIII will showcase over 120 different real beers from breweries the length and breadth of the UK, with styles ranging from light ales to stouts; from lagers to dark milds, and probably everything in between. The Foreign Beers Bar will again offer eclectic and interesting beers from overseas, for those with more international tastes. CIDER & PERRY: As you might expect for an event based in Hereford, there will be the very best from local producers as well as some from the neighbouring counties. There will be over 100 draught ciders and perries, and a number of bottled products – some will be from new producers, as this vibrant sector continues to expand. Once again, we will be selling all the beers and ciders in third-pint measures, as well as the normal halves and pints. We cool EVERY one of the drinks we sell – so you’re guaranteed a refreshing drink every time. BANDS: […]
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Jul
2017
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Hereford Beer & Cider Festival 2017 Back for its thirteenth year, Beer on the Wye is set to return to Hereford over the weekend of the 7th to 9th July 2017 at Hereford Rowing Club. Festival entry packages available on the day BEER: Beer on the Wye XIII will showcase over 120 different real beers from breweries the length and breadth of the UK, with styles ranging from light ales to stouts; from lagers to dark milds, and probably everything in between. The Foreign Beers Bar will again offer eclectic and interesting beers from overseas, for those with more international tastes. CIDER & PERRY: As you might expect for an event based in Hereford, there will be the very best from local producers as well as some from the neighbouring counties. There will be over 100 draught ciders and perries, and a number of bottled products – some will be from new producers, as this vibrant sector continues to expand. Once again, we will be selling all the beers and ciders in third-pint measures, as well as the normal halves and pints. We cool EVERY one of the drinks we sell – so you’re guaranteed a refreshing drink every time. BANDS: […]
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Jul
2017
CONCERTS FOR CRASWALL 2017 IS A FEAST OF MUSIC BY HANDEL AND BACH HANDEL Overture to Samson BACH Nun komm, der Heiden Heiland, BWV 62 HANDEL As pants the hart HANDEL Let God arise BACH Wie schön leuchtet der Morgenstern, BWV 1 ELYSIAN SINGERS CRASWALL CONSORT SAM LAUGHTON conductor The Elysian Singers and Consort, under their conductor Sam Laughton, are delighted to return to Abbeydore with a celebration of the very greatest composers of the Baroque period: JS Bach and GF Handel, both born in 1685. Bach is represented by two of his most sparkling cantatas: and Handel by two of his ‘Chandos Anthems’ as well as music from his oratorio ’Samson’. One of the UK’s leading chamber choirs, known for their adventurous programming and imaginative repertoire, concert goers are guaranteed music to enlighten and inspire! TICKETS £20, £15, £12, £10 by post, enclosing cheque payable to ‘Concerts for Craswall’ together with a sae to: Concerts for Craswall, Cranbourne, Bush Bank, Herefordshire, HR4 8EJ Box Office: 01432 839341 or email concertsforcraswall@outlook.com w: concertsforcraswall.org/
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Jul
2017
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Kington Fleamarket offers free entry to trade buyers and public all welcome. Every Sunday, April 2nd – September 24th 10 am – 4 pm at NFU Livestock Market. Love Lane, Kington, Herefordshire, HR5 3BT. ON – SITE FOOD & REFRESHMENTS Public conveniences are located nearby in the town centre BUYERS: Free entry. Lots of free parking around the town Bag yourself a bargain or three, find unusual gift and food items, browse the antique and vintage stalls and lots more besides. SELLERS: Bookings now being taken for April 2nd onwards Email: kingtonfleamarket@gmail.com Telephone: 01544 231527 Special introductory offer: Pre-booked pitches HALF PRICE only £2 per square metre, minimum £5. Applies to all email or telephone bookings made by 18:00 Friday March 31st. No charge for vehicles on pitch – easy setting up. Use your own stands/tables. Casual pitches (if available on the day) £4 per square metre, minimum £10 PAY ON THE DAY w: kingtonfleamarket.co.uk
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09
Jul
2017
The Great Ledbury Celebration, food, drink, music, poetry and heritage is on Sunday 9th July 2017 from 11am to 6pm The Ledbury Celebration becomes “Great” this year and moves to Ledbury’s historic High Street market place to celebrate the 400th anniversary of the iconic Market House in a birthday treat of food, drink, music, poetry and heritage. Discover the best of local food in the street market to enjoy straightaway or take home, while soaking up the festival atmosphere with entertainment throughout the day from a fabulous range of poets, bands and musicians – from brass to beat box. Meet characters from old Ledbury, step into the past in the Market House and our special heritage buildings, and find out how these buildings were made. Revel with the Morris Men, admire the dance performers, and be spellbound at the puppet theatre – entertainment for all ages. Explore fabulous locally produced fruit juices, and taste our famous local ciders and perrys. The Ledbury Celebration is a fixture in the local food and drink calendar on the last day of Ledbury’s annual Poetry Festival and brings out all that is best about Ledbury – “it’s a special day for the town and visitors […]
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09
Jul
2017
The British Red Cross Open Gardens at Fawley Court offers a chance to view these very private gardens. Fawley Court Gardens, set around three pools, contain a large number of unusual trees and shrubs and is a beautiful example of an English country garden. It is a wonderful place to relax and spot the kingfishers, water shrews and the not so shy ducks and moorhens. There are stunning borders of mixed herbaceous plants, roses and annuals. The rose terraces are a delight when in flower, many scented, filling the air with their delicate fragrance. The lavender too should be in flower and be busy with bees. The gardens are now managed organically with an emphasis on looking after the surrounding wildlife. Areas of meadow encircle one of the pools with seed of local provenance, used to create a species rich environment. A light lunch, teas and a plant sale will all be available to make your afternoon very special. The British Red Cross are enormously grateful to the family for granting them this chance to visit Fawley Court despite the recent death of Mr Clay, whose Memorial Service will be in Hereford Cathedral on Thursday 6th July at 2.00pm . For more information contact […]
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Jul
2017
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Hereford Beer & Cider Festival 2017 Back for its thirteenth year, Beer on the Wye is set to return to Hereford over the weekend of the 7th to 9th July 2017 at Hereford Rowing Club. Festival entry packages available on the day BEER: Beer on the Wye XIII will showcase over 120 different real beers from breweries the length and breadth of the UK, with styles ranging from light ales to stouts; from lagers to dark milds, and probably everything in between. The Foreign Beers Bar will again offer eclectic and interesting beers from overseas, for those with more international tastes. CIDER & PERRY: As you might expect for an event based in Hereford, there will be the very best from local producers as well as some from the neighbouring counties. There will be over 100 draught ciders and perries, and a number of bottled products – some will be from new producers, as this vibrant sector continues to expand. Once again, we will be selling all the beers and ciders in third-pint measures, as well as the normal halves and pints. We cool EVERY one of the drinks we sell – so you’re guaranteed a refreshing drink every time. BANDS: […]
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09
Jul
2017
Three Open Gardens at Burghill on Sunday, 9th July in aid of St Michael’s Hospice Home Farmhouse Burghill HR4 7RJ Rick and Carole Shallcross Dogs on leads welcome Refreshments available The gravel drive and one or two steps on the paths may make it difficult for wheelchairs to manoeuvre. Work on the one-acre garden at Home Farmhouse began in 2000 with the laying of paths, and the planting of yew and beech hedges which divide the garden into ‘rooms’. The herbaceous borders are filled with cottage garden plants, roses, clematis, lupins, delphiniums, astrantia, phlox, veronicas and penstemons. The shrubbery has many early flowering shrubs, underplanted with bulbs, hellebores and epimedium, while in the summer an ‘Annabelle’ hydrangea, nepeta, lavender and scabious are present. There are two wildlife ponds surrounded by a bog garden of primulas, grasses, ferns and ligularia. A parterre has a circle of hornbeam trees with box shapes at its base. At the rear of the house are two ‘hot’ borders of bright dahlias, rudbeckias, monada and heleniums, as well as vegetable plots and a greenhouse. A patio and garden seats are dotted about the garden. At the side of the drive is a large grass area for children to play, with two swings, a […]
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10
Jul
2017
As part of Hereford College of Arts Adult Summer Art School Experience this course HCA Summer School – Ceramics, offers you the chance to immerse yourself in some real creativity as you master the art of Ceramic making. HCA Summer School – Ceramics will be lead by experienced artists in a fantastic Art School environment. Details of the course: This aim of the course is to provide you with the opportunity to access the college’s entire Ceramics workshop. You will be encouraged to freely explore hand building, glazing, extruding, slip casting and plaster work. A Tuesday visit to the National Trust’s Berrington Hall will provide you with inspiration to inform and develop your work during the course. A hand’s on opportunity will be provided to experience throwing by the course’s guest practitioner. With plenty of workshop time to create your own work, supported and informed by your course tutor the week will allow you to broaden your artistic and technical processes, finishing with individual tutor feedback. For further information on the course and tutor, please visit the college website.
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Jul
2017
As part of Hereford College of Arts Adult Summer Art School Experience this course HCA Summer School – Screen Printing, offers you the chance to immerse yourself in some real creativity as you master the art of Screen Printing. Lead by experienced Amy Pegler in a real art school environment. Course overview: The aim of this course is to teach you the skills required to create your own textile designs. These can then be printed onto fabrics suitable for furnishings or clothing. The course starts with a trip to a local warehouse to explore and discuss the use of different fabrics. A Tuesday visit to the National Trust’s Berrington Hall will provide you with inspiration to inform and develop your work during the course, as well as a guest practitioner who will join the course to discuss their work. With plenty of workshop time to create your own work, supported and informed by your course tutor the week will allow you to broaden your artistic and technical processes, finishing with individual tutor feedback. For further information on the course and tutor, please visit the college website.
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Jul
2017
As part of Hereford College of Arts Adult Summer Art School Experience this course HCA Summer School – Digital Photography, offers you the chance to immerse yourself in some real creativity as you master the art of Digital Photography. The course will be lead by Oliver Cameron Swan in a fantastic Art School environment. Course overview: This aim of this course is to introduce you to the basic functions of the digital SLR camera. You will gain the confidence and ability to move away from using the camera’s automatic functions and on to manual settings. The course involves studio and outdoor sessions, basic flash techniques and image manipulation in Adobe Photoshop CC. A Tuesday visit to the National Trust’s Berrington Hall will provide you with inspiration to inform and develop your work during the course. An opportunity to further develop your knowledge will be provided by the course’s guest practitioner. With plenty of time to create your own work, supported and informed by your course tutor the week will allow you to broaden your artistic and technical processes, finishing with individual tutor feedback. For further information on the course and tutor, please visit the college website.
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Jul
2017
As part of Hereford College of Arts Adult Summer Art School Experience this course HCA Summer School – Print Making, offers you the chance to immerse yourself in some real creativity as you master the art of Print Making. Taught by an experienced arts practitioner Experience a real Art School environment Local external visits may be offered as appropirate to the course. Course specific guest speaker or practitioner Access to the College’s arts library Individual tutor feedback Small class size – limited to 10 per course Lunch, tea and coffee provided Parking is available For further information on the course and tutor, please visit the college website.
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Jul
2017
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Characters from several hundred years of history will come to life in Hereford with guided tours of the College Cloisters this summer as they present It’s a Vicar’s life at Hereford Cathedral ‘It’s a Vicar’s Life!’ is a light-hearted, living history interpretation of the lives and exploits of some of the colourful historical characters who have lived and worked at the cathedral since the Middle Ages. The guided tour takes visitors into College Cloisters, an area not usually open to the public, which was originally built towards the end of the fifteenth century as accommodation for the cathedral’s vicars choral – priests specially employed to sing the services. St John’s Walk, the covered way between the cloisters and the cathedral, was recently restored with support from the Heritage Lottery Fund. Visitors may encounter a seventeenth-century vicar choral, James Reed; Nelly Pearce, one of the college laundrymaids; or Bishop Richard Mayew, who died in 1516 and is buried in the cathedral. It’s a Vicar’s Life!’ tours take place at 4 pm on Tuesdays throughout the summer, beginning at the Welcome Desk in the cathedral and finishing with a glass of beer or apple juice in College Hall. Dates: June 20, 27, July […]
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Jul
2017
at Castle House Hotel, Hereford. Kim Cypher is gifted saxophonist with an unique ‘funky’ style and also an accomplished jazz vocalist and composer. Described as “One of the most exciting jazz musicians in the South West”, Kim regularly appears on national TV and radio. In addition to Dancin’ Easy, her successful party band of 20 years, Kim leads her own jazz quartet, The Kim Cypher Quartet, which includes her husband Mike on drums, and performs with many other bands and recordings as a session musician. Her debut album, Make Believe, has just been released, to great acclaim. www.kimcypher.co.uk Ticket: £45 including three-course dinner with cocktail and canapés on arrival For more information contact Castle House Hotel 01432 356321 or visit castlehse.co.uk
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Jul
2017
The Leominster/Hereford Kite Festival returns once again!, a day of high-flying family fun whether you’re just watching or actually joining in the this amazing spectacle. From the whacky to the traditional, let’s go fly a kite at Berrington Hall; the skies above their beautiful grounds become awash with the colour and shapes of beautiful kites. It’s a laid-back friendly festival showcasing some of the best sport and single line kites. It’s for kite enthusiasts and for the public to come along and watch – and to bring along a kite and join in. The festival is at Berrington Hall on the lawns leading down to the lake. PUBLIC ACCESS: Members of the public are welcome to come along, watch or fly a kite. The site is on National Trust property, so there is an admission charge, which also includes the Hall and Gardens which are well worth a visit. For further information on taking part and spectating please see the website www.kitefestival.org.uk
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Jul
2017
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Kington Fleamarket offers free entry to trade buyers and public all welcome. Every Sunday, April 2nd – September 24th 10 am – 4 pm at NFU Livestock Market. Love Lane, Kington, Herefordshire, HR5 3BT. ON – SITE FOOD & REFRESHMENTS Public conveniences are located nearby in the town centre BUYERS: Free entry. Lots of free parking around the town Bag yourself a bargain or three, find unusual gift and food items, browse the antique and vintage stalls and lots more besides. SELLERS: Bookings now being taken for April 2nd onwards Email: kingtonfleamarket@gmail.com Telephone: 01544 231527 Special introductory offer: Pre-booked pitches HALF PRICE only £2 per square metre, minimum £5. Applies to all email or telephone bookings made by 18:00 Friday March 31st. No charge for vehicles on pitch – easy setting up. Use your own stands/tables. Casual pitches (if available on the day) £4 per square metre, minimum £10 PAY ON THE DAY w: kingtonfleamarket.co.uk
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Jul
2017
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Characters from several hundred years of history will come to life in Hereford with guided tours of the College Cloisters this summer as they present It’s a Vicar’s life at Hereford Cathedral ‘It’s a Vicar’s Life!’ is a light-hearted, living history interpretation of the lives and exploits of some of the colourful historical characters who have lived and worked at the cathedral since the Middle Ages. The guided tour takes visitors into College Cloisters, an area not usually open to the public, which was originally built towards the end of the fifteenth century as accommodation for the cathedral’s vicars choral – priests specially employed to sing the services. St John’s Walk, the covered way between the cloisters and the cathedral, was recently restored with support from the Heritage Lottery Fund. Visitors may encounter a seventeenth-century vicar choral, James Reed; Nelly Pearce, one of the college laundrymaids; or Bishop Richard Mayew, who died in 1516 and is buried in the cathedral. It’s a Vicar’s Life!’ tours take place at 4 pm on Tuesdays throughout the summer, beginning at the Welcome Desk in the cathedral and finishing with a glass of beer or apple juice in College Hall. Dates: June 20, 27, July […]
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Jul
2017
Date announced for Nostock 2017 – 21-23 July 2017 Like the very best of festivals, Nozstock was founded by a fun-loving family, their extended relatives, friends, acquaintances and pretty much everyone who had a guitar to play or a joke to tell. The Hidden Valley is based in the beautiful Herefordshire countryside on the outskirts of a small town called Bromyard. It’s rural, there are few pavements. Pack your wellies ready for inclement weather and welly-raving. But bring sun cream – sometimes it’s like the deep south out here. There’s nothing quite like a lovely roasty summer’s day. We’re pretty good at them. Early Bird tickets and all the information is available now on their website
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Jul
2017
Three Choirs Festival WORCESTER 2017. The week long three choirs festival rotates each year between Hereford, Gloucester and Worcester. 2017 is Worcesters turn. It is the oldest non competitive classical music event in the world at over 300 years! There will be daily Choral Evensong by choirs from the three cathedrals, evening concerts featuring the Three Choirs Festival Chorus and the Philharmonia Orchestra and a packed schedule of daytime events with a large community programme in each city. Take a look at this years festival programme here Box Office number 01452 768928 TICKET PRICES WILL VARY, SEE THE WEBSITE www.3choirs.org
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Jul
2017
The Ely Charity Golf Day will be held on Saturday 22nd July 2017. The ELY Charity was set up in memory of Emma Louise Young (E.L.Y.). Emma tragically lost her life in a road traffic accident. She was just 23 and only daughter of Angela & Steven Tyler. The event is for any four ball teams, ie. can comprise of all men or all women or mixed and the cost is £120 per team. This will include the golf, food and prizes at the end of the competition. The first tee time is early from 9.30am. Ely are hoping to achieve over 30 teams this year. If you would like to join in the day, download the form from the link on this page http://ely-memorial-fund.org.uk/events/ and re-submit by email to hugs4u@ely-memorial-fund.org.uk or send by post to The ELY Memorial Golf Day, 39 Grandison Rise, Tupsley, Hereford. HR1 1PP. Alternatively for more information please contact Angela on 01432 359152. Ely are also seeking sponsorship for each of the 18 holes, along with raffle prizes. If you are able to help, please contact Angela on the above telephone number. Keep checking the Ely website for more news about our charity golf day.
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Jul
2017
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Much Marcle Steam Rally is a great day out for all the family with an array of Steam Traction Engines, Vintage Tractors, Vintage Commercial Vehicles, Vintage Motor Cycles and Cars, Stationary Engines, Fairground Organs, Models and Crafts. Also lots of trade stands, working displays of cider pressing, steam ploughing, and threshing. The first Much Marcle Steam Rally was held on the 19th & 20th July 1986. Over the last 25 years the rally has grown tremendously with a number of exhibitors and supporters who look to come back year after year. Opening times are: Saturday 10am – late and Sunday am – 5pm There is something for all the family. w: muchmarclesteamrally.com
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Jul
2017
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Much Marcle Steam Rally is a great day out for all the family with an array of Steam Traction Engines, Vintage Tractors, Vintage Commercial Vehicles, Vintage Motor Cycles and Cars, Stationary Engines, Fairground Organs, Models and Crafts. Also lots of trade stands, working displays of cider pressing, steam ploughing, and threshing. The first Much Marcle Steam Rally was held on the 19th & 20th July 1986. Over the last 25 years the rally has grown tremendously with a number of exhibitors and supporters who look to come back year after year. Opening times are: Saturday 10am – late and Sunday am – 5pm There is something for all the family. w: muchmarclesteamrally.com
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Jul
2017
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Kington Fleamarket offers free entry to trade buyers and public all welcome. Every Sunday, April 2nd – September 24th 10 am – 4 pm at NFU Livestock Market. Love Lane, Kington, Herefordshire, HR5 3BT. ON – SITE FOOD & REFRESHMENTS Public conveniences are located nearby in the town centre BUYERS: Free entry. Lots of free parking around the town Bag yourself a bargain or three, find unusual gift and food items, browse the antique and vintage stalls and lots more besides. SELLERS: Bookings now being taken for April 2nd onwards Email: kingtonfleamarket@gmail.com Telephone: 01544 231527 Special introductory offer: Pre-booked pitches HALF PRICE only £2 per square metre, minimum £5. Applies to all email or telephone bookings made by 18:00 Friday March 31st. No charge for vehicles on pitch – easy setting up. Use your own stands/tables. Casual pitches (if available on the day) £4 per square metre, minimum £10 PAY ON THE DAY w: kingtonfleamarket.co.uk
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25
Jul
2017
Summer Holiday Workshops at HCA is a programme of 1 day workshops packed full of creative adventure for 11-16 year olds. Works offered include Fantasy Make Up, Digital Photography, Musical Theatre, Learn to be a Potter, Graphic Design at Hereford College of Arts. Dates: Tuesday 25th, Wednesday 26th & Thursday 27th July, from 9.30am-3pm Cost: £20 per day Enrolment deadline: 14th July for more information visit the college website
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Jul
2017
Herefordshire Wildlife Trust’s Lugg Living Landscape Officer Sophie Cowling will lead a Guided Walk around Bodenham Lake, including exclusive access to the restricted section, and provide an insight into the species and ecology present and outline the site’s future enhancement plans. The walk will be around 3 km on flat terrain, with stops off at key locations such as the bird hides. Wear appropriate clothing for the weather including sturdy boots and sunhat if necessary. Venue: Bodenham Lake Nature Reserve, Bodenham, HR1 3JT. Grid reference: SO 529 509. Cost: Free. Booking essential. Book online at www.herefordshirewt.co.uk or call 01432 356872.
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30
Jul
2017
Do you remember the the old Hereford Jailbreak? You would be sent on your way with a pound in your pocket. There were no smartphones. If you wanted to call for help you found a phone box and dipped into your small budget. With technology in everyone’s pockets we know this will be an easy competition and so we’re bringing the Jailbreak right up to date and embracing that technology with TECHNOBREAK 2017 Could you be dropped off in a mystery location, far from home, and find your way back? Anyone over the age of 18 can enter. You will need to get together a team of 4 people, and one back up in case someone can’t make it on the day. More than 4 people wanting to enter? That’s great. Why not register a few teams and have your own mini competition between you. Entry for each team is £200 (£50 per person) You are then required to raise at least £300 in sponsorship per team. The Sponsorship money is going to some fantastic causes – Local Charity Strong Young Minds. Strong Young Minds is a Big Lottery funded project designed to improve the mental health & wellbeing of young people […]
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30
Jul
2017
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Kington Fleamarket offers free entry to trade buyers and public all welcome. Every Sunday, April 2nd – September 24th 10 am – 4 pm at NFU Livestock Market. Love Lane, Kington, Herefordshire, HR5 3BT. ON – SITE FOOD & REFRESHMENTS Public conveniences are located nearby in the town centre BUYERS: Free entry. Lots of free parking around the town Bag yourself a bargain or three, find unusual gift and food items, browse the antique and vintage stalls and lots more besides. SELLERS: Bookings now being taken for April 2nd onwards Email: kingtonfleamarket@gmail.com Telephone: 01544 231527 Special introductory offer: Pre-booked pitches HALF PRICE only £2 per square metre, minimum £5. Applies to all email or telephone bookings made by 18:00 Friday March 31st. No charge for vehicles on pitch – easy setting up. Use your own stands/tables. Casual pitches (if available on the day) £4 per square metre, minimum £10 PAY ON THE DAY w: kingtonfleamarket.co.uk
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30
Jul
2017
While the teams are out completing the challenge of the 2017 Technobreak why not join in with the Technobreak Family Festival. The TechnoBreak Family Festival day starts at midday, and runs right through to 10pm, and there will be plenty going on to keep the whole family entertained. Entry is free. You don’t have to be supporting a team to be a part of the day. Everyone is welcome at the family festival, where you can spend the day in a family friendly environment. Open to all ages with something for everyone. So book the date into your diary Sunday 30 July 2017. Music Food and Drink Big screens to watch teams in action Fun and Games Free WI-FI For more information visit the website technobreak.co.uk/family-festival/
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Aug
2017
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Children’s School Holiday Pottery Sessions are fabulous, themed, workshops that take place every school break at Eastnor Pottery. An ideal opportunity for aspiring young potters to work with professional, ceramic artists. Experience ‘hands on’ real clay with an exciting variety of making techniques. A different theme every time includes either a go on the potter’s wheel or work with coloured slips. The 1 ½ hr sessions take place throughout the day and are designed to suit either 4-8yrs and 9-12yrs. Small friendly groups ensure maximum attention from our experienced team of potters, always on hand to guide and offer advice. Big emphasis on having fun and learning via enjoyment. Fantastic results every time. Your child’s clay masterpiece will need to dry thoroughly before it can be fired. Collection times will be issued on the day of the workshop. Dates for 2017: 15 Feb, 22 Feb, 19 Apr, 31 May, 2 Aug, 25 Oct. Other dates are available for group and family bookings. Duration: 1½ hr sessions start at: 9.30am, 11.30am & 2.00pm Cost £15 per child. (10% discount for x3 or more places booked). Price includes all materials and firing costs. Telephone or email booking essential: admin@eastnorpottery.co.uk Tel: 01531 633886
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05
Aug
2017
Celebrating 40 years, The Ross-on-Wye Carnival has been held on the first Saturday in August every year since 1977, making it the town’s oldest community tradition. The carnival is organised by a team of local volunteers and the event is supported by many of Ross-on-Wye’s businesses and charities. Every year the annual procession makes its way around the town’s centre, showing off a magnificent display of floats and fancy dress. Anyone can take part in the carnival, with some great prizes up for grab. You can enter by filling in our entry form. The procession ends at the Ropewalk where you will find plenty of great entertainment including a fun fair, many different stalls and a wide range of food and drink. You can see a map of the full procession route here. w: rosscarnival.org.uk
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06
Aug
2017
Now in it’s 39th year Herefordshire Country Fair will break with tradition and be held on The King George V playing fields in 2017. There will be the usual country fair favourites: terrier racing, working gun dogs, inter hunt relay, scurry racing, clay pigeon 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 doors open at 9:30 on what will be a great day of country sport and fun for all the family. There will be equestrian and dog competitions and displays running throughout the day, including a parachute jump by Jump 4 Heroes, a Royal British Legion Extreme Human Flight team. The Food Hall and the Shopping Marquee offer a great shopping experience. There is also a Motor Village, showcasing the best in new models and the ever popular Classic Car Display. Entertain the children including a fun fair, Punch and Judy and other displays. For more information and enquiries e: showdirector@herefordshirecountryfair.co.uk t: 01981 550 005 Fair Location: King George V Playing Fields, Hereford, Herefordshire, HR2 7RQ. w: herefordshirecountryfair.co.uk
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06
Aug
2017
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Kington Fleamarket offers free entry to trade buyers and public all welcome. Every Sunday, April 2nd – September 24th 10 am – 4 pm at NFU Livestock Market. Love Lane, Kington, Herefordshire, HR5 3BT. ON – SITE FOOD & REFRESHMENTS Public conveniences are located nearby in the town centre BUYERS: Free entry. Lots of free parking around the town Bag yourself a bargain or three, find unusual gift and food items, browse the antique and vintage stalls and lots more besides. SELLERS: Bookings now being taken for April 2nd onwards Email: kingtonfleamarket@gmail.com Telephone: 01544 231527 Special introductory offer: Pre-booked pitches HALF PRICE only £2 per square metre, minimum £5. Applies to all email or telephone bookings made by 18:00 Friday March 31st. No charge for vehicles on pitch – easy setting up. Use your own stands/tables. Casual pitches (if available on the day) £4 per square metre, minimum £10 PAY ON THE DAY w: kingtonfleamarket.co.uk
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06
Aug
2017
The Bottomless Brunch at Lemore Manor will be on Sunday 6th August from 11.30am – 2pm set in the beautiful and private surroundings of chic Lemore Manor, in north Herefordshire. Playing host to a luxury brunch party, bringing together the indulgence of the finest seafood and endless champagne, with foot-tapping jazz and the sparkling atmosphere and service of this wonderful venue. Dine on velvety fresh lobster, succulent crayfish from our own British waters, mouthwatering crab and mac sides, a vibrant salad bar and savoury skinny sweet potato fries. World famous Pol Roger champagne will flow freely from a bottomless supply all included in your ticket. A decadent dessert station will have an amazing towering croquembouche centerpiece and, for those without a sweet tooth, a Herefordshire cheese board with all the accompaniments will satisfy your palate. If you love Lobster, unlimited Champagne and live Jazz, then you will not want to miss this fantastic event at Lemore Manor. To make your reservations: t: 01544 300 281 or email enquiries@lemoremanor.com Early booking is recommended to avoid disappointment! Lemore Manor is an extraordinary venue dating back to 1640 and is dedicated especially to weddings, celebrations and corporate events. Offering unique experiences that will be remembered for years to come by building […]
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07
Aug
2017
Boating on the lake – The best way to see the 14 acre designed lake, also a Site of Special Scientific Interest is by boat. Hire a boat for a 1/2 hour trip around parts of the lake and see the Genius Loci installations, close up by Red earth. Boats, £5 per person for 1/2 hour boat hire. Normal admission fees apply. The perfect of accompaniment to your bat is a picnic in the Pineapple pavilion in the walled garden, designed and created by internationally renowned artists Heather and Ivan Morison. Booking essential for boat rides. Monday 7 August to Friday 1 September, 10am to 5pm, Mondays-Friday’s only w: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/berrington-hall
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10
Aug
2017
Lakefest 2017 is set to be bigger and better than ever before. Once again in the amazing setting of Eastnor Castle this years festival promises to be bigger and better than ever! Acts named so far include Feeder, Wilko Johnson, Alabama 3, Seth Lakeman and Kila Planning to stay over? Book your camping spot and tickets here lakefest.co.uk/camping/ Note: Under 18’s must be accompanied by an adult Buy your tickets here EARLY BIRD WEEKEND ADULT TICKETS FROM £99:50, PRICES VARY SEE WEBSITE w: lakefest.co.uk/
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12
Aug
2017
This is Gwatkin Cider’s sixth 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. It therefore felt like a natural progression to get other bands to play on his farm as well, and that blossomed into the festival as we find it at present. His 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. With that in mind for the 2014 festival he managed to book the superbly entertaining Dr & The Medics and also the fantastic tribute act Hats off to Led Zeppelin as headline acts. These headline acts alongside other bands, some new to the stage and others more established on the circuit should certainly kept the crowds entertained over the whole weekend. Our headlining bands for 2015 were the Awesome Guns n’ Roses Experience and the Fantastic Bootleg Blondie, with the Rock ‘n’ Roll Undertakers Band returning to […]
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13
Aug
2017
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Kington Fleamarket offers free entry to trade buyers and public all welcome. Every Sunday, April 2nd – September 24th 10 am – 4 pm at NFU Livestock Market. Love Lane, Kington, Herefordshire, HR5 3BT. ON – SITE FOOD & REFRESHMENTS Public conveniences are located nearby in the town centre BUYERS: Free entry. Lots of free parking around the town Bag yourself a bargain or three, find unusual gift and food items, browse the antique and vintage stalls and lots more besides. SELLERS: Bookings now being taken for April 2nd onwards Email: kingtonfleamarket@gmail.com Telephone: 01544 231527 Special introductory offer: Pre-booked pitches HALF PRICE only £2 per square metre, minimum £5. Applies to all email or telephone bookings made by 18:00 Friday March 31st. No charge for vehicles on pitch – easy setting up. Use your own stands/tables. Casual pitches (if available on the day) £4 per square metre, minimum £10 PAY ON THE DAY w: kingtonfleamarket.co.uk
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17
Aug
2017
At Castle House Hotel with Tom Oliver – The Herefordian Cider Ambassador. Cider and Perry is Herefordshire’s liquid gold, so meet Midas: Tom Oliver is the Master Cidermaker at Oliver’s Cider and Perry in Ocle Pychard, Herefordshire. When he’s not on the road, tour managing The Proclaimers, or sharing his unique “minimal intervention wild yeast” cider making style across Europe and America, Tom is making his award-winning cider and perry on his Herefordshire farm. Tom and Claire Nicholls, Castle House’s Executive head chef, have joined up to create tonight’s Herefordshire menu that shows the incredible versatility of cider and perry with a selection of delicious dishes. Find out what Fera at Claridges, Lyles and The Marksman in London already know. Cider and perry are very fine drinks and in the kitchen, their chefs delight in marinating, cooking with, creating sauces from and dipping in vinegars. Ticket: £45 including cider & perry tasting, three-course Herefordshire dinner and coffee. For more information contact Castle House Hotel 01432 356321 or visit castlehse.co.uk
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Aug
2017
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Kington Fleamarket offers free entry to trade buyers and public all welcome. Every Sunday, April 2nd – September 24th 10 am – 4 pm at NFU Livestock Market. Love Lane, Kington, Herefordshire, HR5 3BT. ON – SITE FOOD & REFRESHMENTS Public conveniences are located nearby in the town centre BUYERS: Free entry. Lots of free parking around the town Bag yourself a bargain or three, find unusual gift and food items, browse the antique and vintage stalls and lots more besides. SELLERS: Bookings now being taken for April 2nd onwards Email: kingtonfleamarket@gmail.com Telephone: 01544 231527 Special introductory offer: Pre-booked pitches HALF PRICE only £2 per square metre, minimum £5. Applies to all email or telephone bookings made by 18:00 Friday March 31st. No charge for vehicles on pitch – easy setting up. Use your own stands/tables. Casual pitches (if available on the day) £4 per square metre, minimum £10 PAY ON THE DAY w: kingtonfleamarket.co.uk
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22
Aug
2017
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Characters from several hundred years of history will come to life in Hereford with guided tours of the College Cloisters this summer as they present It’s a Vicar’s life at Hereford Cathedral ‘It’s a Vicar’s Life!’ is a light-hearted, living history interpretation of the lives and exploits of some of the colourful historical characters who have lived and worked at the cathedral since the Middle Ages. The guided tour takes visitors into College Cloisters, an area not usually open to the public, which was originally built towards the end of the fifteenth century as accommodation for the cathedral’s vicars choral – priests specially employed to sing the services. St John’s Walk, the covered way between the cloisters and the cathedral, was recently restored with support from the Heritage Lottery Fund. Visitors may encounter a seventeenth-century vicar choral, James Reed; Nelly Pearce, one of the college laundrymaids; or Bishop Richard Mayew, who died in 1516 and is buried in the cathedral. It’s a Vicar’s Life!’ tours take place at 4 pm on Tuesdays throughout the summer, beginning at the Welcome Desk in the cathedral and finishing with a glass of beer or apple juice in College Hall. Dates: June 20, 27, July […]
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Aug
2017
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The Temple Bar Inn in Ewyas Harold will be holding its first Beer Festival as a celebration of the 5th Anniversary of the Inn’s refurbishment and reopening as a freehouse. The Festival will feature between 10 and 14 beers and craft ales from Breweries near and far, including Wye Valley, Hobsons, Swan, Harviestoun, Kingstone and more. Food will be available – a BBQ on Saturday, and hot meat rolls on Sunday – and there will be music at the Inn both nights (Black Rat Effect will be playing on Saturday night). Follow the Temple Bar Inn’s facebook page for more details: https://www.facebook.com/thetemplebarinn/
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26
Aug
2017
With Herefordshire WIldlife Trust at Bodenham Lake. An opportunity to develop your field sign identification skills in detecting mammals such as otters. The training will focus on tracks left on floating rafts as mammals travel along the River Lugg. There will be a short walk to the river to check traps for mammals. Wear appropriate clothing for the weather, including wellingtons. Venue: Bodenham Lake Nature Reserve, Bodenham, HR1 3JT. Grid reference: SO 529 509. Cost: Free Booking essential. Book online at www.herefordshirewt.co.uk or call 01432 356872. Note date might change to August 27 TBC
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27
Aug
2017
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Kington Fleamarket offers free entry to trade buyers and public all welcome. Every Sunday, April 2nd – September 24th 10 am – 4 pm at NFU Livestock Market. Love Lane, Kington, Herefordshire, HR5 3BT. ON – SITE FOOD & REFRESHMENTS Public conveniences are located nearby in the town centre BUYERS: Free entry. Lots of free parking around the town Bag yourself a bargain or three, find unusual gift and food items, browse the antique and vintage stalls and lots more besides. SELLERS: Bookings now being taken for April 2nd onwards Email: kingtonfleamarket@gmail.com Telephone: 01544 231527 Special introductory offer: Pre-booked pitches HALF PRICE only £2 per square metre, minimum £5. Applies to all email or telephone bookings made by 18:00 Friday March 31st. No charge for vehicles on pitch – easy setting up. Use your own stands/tables. Casual pitches (if available on the day) £4 per square metre, minimum £10 PAY ON THE DAY w: kingtonfleamarket.co.uk
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27
Aug
2017
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The Temple Bar Inn in Ewyas Harold will be holding its first Beer Festival as a celebration of the 5th Anniversary of the Inn’s refurbishment and reopening as a freehouse. The Festival will feature between 10 and 14 beers and craft ales from Breweries near and far, including Wye Valley, Hobsons, Swan, Harviestoun, Kingstone and more. Food will be available – a BBQ on Saturday, and hot meat rolls on Sunday – and there will be music at the Inn both nights (Black Rat Effect will be playing on Saturday night). Follow the Temple Bar Inn’s facebook page for more details: https://www.facebook.com/thetemplebarinn/
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27
Aug
2017
In aid of St Michaels Hospice Easily accessed, just off the A49 at Much Birch, The Laskett Gardens are the creation of Sir Roy Strong, the former director of the V&A Museum and the National Portrait Gallery and his late wife, the acclaimed theatre and film designer, Julia Trevelyan Oman. The gardens offer a unique portrait of its makers with the story of their marriage and their extraordinary lives woven into its very fabric. They began to take shape in 1974 when Sir Roy and Julia moved to Herefordshire and have continued to evolve ever since; now having the unique accolade of being the largest formal gardens to have been created in England since the Second World War. Julia’s legacy remains and visitors will be invited to view Julia’s Walk; a wildflower meadow with a meandering path featuring spring flowers that she loved and an orchard of local heritage varieties of apples and pears. Elsewhere, a Silver Jubilee garden was laid in 1977 and re-laid in 2005. There are nods towards Sir Roy’s working life in the form of a V&A Temple which was erected in 1998. The Colonnade Court – the perfect setting for an alfresco lunch or even theatre production but […]
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27
Aug
2017
Now in its sixth year Bromyard’s Hop Festival has become one of the town of festival’s favourite annual events, attracting bigger and bigger crowds each year. An estimated 5000 visitors have lined the pavements in the past to watch the teams of runners labour up and down Bromyard’s main street as they participate in the unique World Championship Hop Pocket Race. The 2017 Bromyard Hop Festival and World Championship Hop Pocket Race will take place on Sunday the 27th of August. The Festival will fill the streets of Bromyard from 11am to 6pm with sights and sounds for young and old alike. Favourite features such as the rural crafts display in the Courtyard of The Falcon Hotel, the Hop Heritage displays in the Falcon Hotel Mews and the Craft Fair in the Falcon Hotel ballroom, are included again this year. If you wish to book a table for the craft fair, or a stall for your rural craft please contact jamie@bromyardhopfestival.co.uk Full details are on the Festival website The theme of Hops celebrates Bromyard’s place at the centre of the country’s biggest hop-growing area, with hop-bines and hop products on sale at the Falcon Hotel and a display of the […]
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29
Aug
2017
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Characters from several hundred years of history will come to life in Hereford with guided tours of the College Cloisters this summer as they present It’s a Vicar’s life at Hereford Cathedral ‘It’s a Vicar’s Life!’ is a light-hearted, living history interpretation of the lives and exploits of some of the colourful historical characters who have lived and worked at the cathedral since the Middle Ages. The guided tour takes visitors into College Cloisters, an area not usually open to the public, which was originally built towards the end of the fifteenth century as accommodation for the cathedral’s vicars choral – priests specially employed to sing the services. St John’s Walk, the covered way between the cloisters and the cathedral, was recently restored with support from the Heritage Lottery Fund. Visitors may encounter a seventeenth-century vicar choral, James Reed; Nelly Pearce, one of the college laundrymaids; or Bishop Richard Mayew, who died in 1516 and is buried in the cathedral. It’s a Vicar’s Life!’ tours take place at 4 pm on Tuesdays throughout the summer, beginning at the Welcome Desk in the cathedral and finishing with a glass of beer or apple juice in College Hall. Dates: June 20, 27, July […]
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01
Sep
2017
Herefordshire Wildlife Trust invite you to book tickets for their Fundraising Dinner with speaker Monty Don on Friday 1st September at Burton Court. Reception drinks from 6.30 pm, followed by three course dinner, after dinner speech from Monty Don and a silent auction. Tickets £75 per seat or £650 per table (seats 10). A small number of seats are also available in the antechamber at £40 per ticket. All funds raised will support Herefordshire Wildlife Trust’s work across its 55 nature reserves and Herefordshire’s landscapes. w: herefordshirewt.org
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03
Sep
2017
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Kington Fleamarket offers free entry to trade buyers and public all welcome. Every Sunday, April 2nd – September 24th 10 am – 4 pm at NFU Livestock Market. Love Lane, Kington, Herefordshire, HR5 3BT. ON – SITE FOOD & REFRESHMENTS Public conveniences are located nearby in the town centre BUYERS: Free entry. Lots of free parking around the town Bag yourself a bargain or three, find unusual gift and food items, browse the antique and vintage stalls and lots more besides. SELLERS: Bookings now being taken for April 2nd onwards Email: kingtonfleamarket@gmail.com Telephone: 01544 231527 Special introductory offer: Pre-booked pitches HALF PRICE only £2 per square metre, minimum £5. Applies to all email or telephone bookings made by 18:00 Friday March 31st. No charge for vehicles on pitch – easy setting up. Use your own stands/tables. Casual pitches (if available on the day) £4 per square metre, minimum £10 PAY ON THE DAY w: kingtonfleamarket.co.uk
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Sep
2017
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Monday – Friday 18.00 – 19.00 2017 Dates: 03 Apr – 07 Apr 29 May – 02 Jun 04 Sep – 08 Sep 23 Oct – 27 Oct thePoint4 members £10, non- Members £20 For more information e: enquiries@rncb.ac.uk t: 01432 376 376 w: thepoint4.co.uk
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08
Sep
2017
The Bromyard Folk Festival is a stalwart event in the Bromyard festival calendar and this year is celebrating 50 glorious years. Featuring over 170 hours of entertainment in a weekend of traditional music, dong and dance. Some of the most outstanding local, national and international traditional folk musicians performing in concert, ceilidhs and displays. Headlining this very special year are Le Vent du Nord, Jamie Smith’s Mabon, The Mighty Doonans + many more… There will be a beer naming competition, more information here Camping is available and all details can be found here Tickets are on sale from Hereford Courtyard. Bromyard Folk Festival is a registered charity whose aim is to promote traditional folk activities in an annual festival. e: info@bromyardfolkfestival.co.uk w: bromyardfolkfestival.co.uk/bromyard-folk-festival/tickets/
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09
Sep
2017
Various venues around Herefordshire Meet over 150 artists; chat about the creative process in an artist studio; seek out group exhibitions; discover the counties galleries and fi nd some great places to eat on the way. Take an afternoon, weekend or even a week to discover an incredible range of artwork, all whilst taking a magical tour around Herefordshire. An ideal opportunity for art-lovers to explore and discover new works, buy/commission what you want, or just be inspired! w: www.h-art.org.uk
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09
Sep
2017
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Affordable art street market in High Town Hereford Hereford Arts Markets act as showcases for local talent and designer/makers from the region and are held regularly throughout the year. Offering a range of original artworks, traditional and contemporary crafts and handmade jewellery, our Arts Markets offer our visitors the chance to meet the professional and semi-professional Designer/Makers. Our artists in turn really enjoy meeting their customers and chatting about their work or discussing bespoke commissions. Everything sold at Hereford Arts Markets must be produced by the stall holder – we do not allow any bought in or imported crafts. Young designers and makers just starting out relish the chance to learn the ropes and for some, our Arts Markets are the first taste they have of working life as a commercial creative. 2017 Dates are as follows: Saturday 1 April Saturday 10 June Saturday 9 September Saturday 4 November Saturday 9 December
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09
Sep
2017
Kington Show is a traditional show with horses, cattle, sheep and Poultry classes culminating with a grand parade of livestock. There is something for everyone including a motorbike stunt team, horticultural tent, young farmers, an after show dance and much more! 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! For full details of all the show entertainment click here Further information can be found on the website kingtonshow.co.uk/ or contact the show secretary e: wendy@kingtonshow.co.uk t: 01544 340598
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09
Sep
2017
Visit Croft Castle for a living history weekend full of gunpowder, battles, archery and swordfights, bringing to life one of the most significant battles of the Wars of the Roses. In 1461, Sir Richard Croft led his soldiers alongside Edward Mortimer, who later became Edward IV, to a Yorkist victory. They travelled from Croft Castle to the nearby battle site of Mortimer’s Cross, which was then part of the Croft estate. See the Yorkist and Lancastrian camps in situ, depicting civilian and soldier life with crafts, cooking, period costume, weaponry, dancing, battles and music displays throughout the day. W: nationaltrust.org.uk/croft-castle-and-parkland/whats-on
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10
Sep
2017
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Kington Fleamarket offers free entry to trade buyers and public all welcome. Every Sunday, April 2nd – September 24th 10 am – 4 pm at NFU Livestock Market. Love Lane, Kington, Herefordshire, HR5 3BT. ON – SITE FOOD & REFRESHMENTS Public conveniences are located nearby in the town centre BUYERS: Free entry. Lots of free parking around the town Bag yourself a bargain or three, find unusual gift and food items, browse the antique and vintage stalls and lots more besides. SELLERS: Bookings now being taken for April 2nd onwards Email: kingtonfleamarket@gmail.com Telephone: 01544 231527 Special introductory offer: Pre-booked pitches HALF PRICE only £2 per square metre, minimum £5. Applies to all email or telephone bookings made by 18:00 Friday March 31st. No charge for vehicles on pitch – easy setting up. Use your own stands/tables. Casual pitches (if available on the day) £4 per square metre, minimum £10 PAY ON THE DAY w: kingtonfleamarket.co.uk
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Sep
2017
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Characters from several hundred years of history will come to life in Hereford with guided tours of the College Cloisters this summer as they present It’s a Vicar’s life at Hereford Cathedral ‘It’s a Vicar’s Life!’ is a light-hearted, living history interpretation of the lives and exploits of some of the colourful historical characters who have lived and worked at the cathedral since the Middle Ages. The guided tour takes visitors into College Cloisters, an area not usually open to the public, which was originally built towards the end of the fifteenth century as accommodation for the cathedral’s vicars choral – priests specially employed to sing the services. St John’s Walk, the covered way between the cloisters and the cathedral, was recently restored with support from the Heritage Lottery Fund. Visitors may encounter a seventeenth-century vicar choral, James Reed; Nelly Pearce, one of the college laundrymaids; or Bishop Richard Mayew, who died in 1516 and is buried in the cathedral. It’s a Vicar’s Life!’ tours take place at 4 pm on Tuesdays throughout the summer, beginning at the Welcome Desk in the cathedral and finishing with a glass of beer or apple juice in College Hall. Dates: June 20, 27, July […]
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Sep
2017
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Kington Fleamarket offers free entry to trade buyers and public all welcome. Every Sunday, April 2nd – September 24th 10 am – 4 pm at NFU Livestock Market. Love Lane, Kington, Herefordshire, HR5 3BT. ON – SITE FOOD & REFRESHMENTS Public conveniences are located nearby in the town centre BUYERS: Free entry. Lots of free parking around the town Bag yourself a bargain or three, find unusual gift and food items, browse the antique and vintage stalls and lots more besides. SELLERS: Bookings now being taken for April 2nd onwards Email: kingtonfleamarket@gmail.com Telephone: 01544 231527 Special introductory offer: Pre-booked pitches HALF PRICE only £2 per square metre, minimum £5. Applies to all email or telephone bookings made by 18:00 Friday March 31st. No charge for vehicles on pitch – easy setting up. Use your own stands/tables. Casual pitches (if available on the day) £4 per square metre, minimum £10 PAY ON THE DAY w: kingtonfleamarket.co.uk
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Sep
2017
The Ross on Wye Hedgehog Festival brings educational nature and arts based events to teach children and adults of all ages about preserving hedgehogs and their habitats as well as raising their awareness about our town’s ancient links to the hedgehog. Keep up to date on the FACEBOOK PAGE Enjoy celebrating hedgehogs and other wonderful wildlife next to the Hope and Anchor pub, down by the riverside – 11am to 4pm w: playross.com/hedgehog-festival
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Sep
2017
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Characters from several hundred years of history will come to life in Hereford with guided tours of the College Cloisters this summer as they present It’s a Vicar’s life at Hereford Cathedral ‘It’s a Vicar’s Life!’ is a light-hearted, living history interpretation of the lives and exploits of some of the colourful historical characters who have lived and worked at the cathedral since the Middle Ages. The guided tour takes visitors into College Cloisters, an area not usually open to the public, which was originally built towards the end of the fifteenth century as accommodation for the cathedral’s vicars choral – priests specially employed to sing the services. St John’s Walk, the covered way between the cloisters and the cathedral, was recently restored with support from the Heritage Lottery Fund. Visitors may encounter a seventeenth-century vicar choral, James Reed; Nelly Pearce, one of the college laundrymaids; or Bishop Richard Mayew, who died in 1516 and is buried in the cathedral. It’s a Vicar’s Life!’ tours take place at 4 pm on Tuesdays throughout the summer, beginning at the Welcome Desk in the cathedral and finishing with a glass of beer or apple juice in College Hall. Dates: June 20, 27, July […]
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Sep
2017
For the 6th year the annual Kington Walking Festival 2017, will take place in September. The historic drovers’ town of Kington is nestled below Hergest Ridge and stands alone, from a walking perspective, and as a result, has more long-distance paths converging on the town than almost anywhere else in the UK. The Offa’s Dyke Path National Trail, the Herefordshire Trail, Mortimer Trail from Ludlow, and the Wyche Way from Broadway all pass through (or start/finish) in the town. The Kington Walking Festival, which this year takes place from September 21 until 24, is the primary annual event of the Kington Walks charity and this year the programme is bigger and better than ever with over 40 walks. New this year is a two day circular walk from Clun with an overnight stay in Bishops Castle and an event for the less able bodied called ‘Don’t Stop Me Now’. In addition to the ever popular Eight Peaks Challenge with the support of Red Kite Fostering, the festival introduces the Three Peaks Challenge. Whether you fancy an amble around the mills and weirs of the town, a ramble to the pub (or two, or even three) or the challenge of the 30 mile […]
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Sep
2017
Take part in the 9th Ross on Wye Walking Festival weekend. View all walks information and guides here. Most walks cost £5 each to book except where an activity is included, the inclusive price is indicated in the description. Note that there are extra costs for parking in some areas. To book visit the website rosswalkingfestival.co.uk, alternatively pop into or telephone Rossiter Books either in Ross-on-Wye or Monmouth: 7 The High Street, Ross-on-Wye 01989 564464 or 5 Church Street, Monmouth 01600 775572
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Sep
2017
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Kington Fleamarket offers free entry to trade buyers and public all welcome. Every Sunday, April 2nd – September 24th 10 am – 4 pm at NFU Livestock Market. Love Lane, Kington, Herefordshire, HR5 3BT. ON – SITE FOOD & REFRESHMENTS Public conveniences are located nearby in the town centre BUYERS: Free entry. Lots of free parking around the town Bag yourself a bargain or three, find unusual gift and food items, browse the antique and vintage stalls and lots more besides. SELLERS: Bookings now being taken for April 2nd onwards Email: kingtonfleamarket@gmail.com Telephone: 01544 231527 Special introductory offer: Pre-booked pitches HALF PRICE only £2 per square metre, minimum £5. Applies to all email or telephone bookings made by 18:00 Friday March 31st. No charge for vehicles on pitch – easy setting up. Use your own stands/tables. Casual pitches (if available on the day) £4 per square metre, minimum £10 PAY ON THE DAY w: kingtonfleamarket.co.uk
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Sep
2017
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Characters from several hundred years of history will come to life in Hereford with guided tours of the College Cloisters this summer as they present It’s a Vicar’s life at Hereford Cathedral ‘It’s a Vicar’s Life!’ is a light-hearted, living history interpretation of the lives and exploits of some of the colourful historical characters who have lived and worked at the cathedral since the Middle Ages. The guided tour takes visitors into College Cloisters, an area not usually open to the public, which was originally built towards the end of the fifteenth century as accommodation for the cathedral’s vicars choral – priests specially employed to sing the services. St John’s Walk, the covered way between the cloisters and the cathedral, was recently restored with support from the Heritage Lottery Fund. Visitors may encounter a seventeenth-century vicar choral, James Reed; Nelly Pearce, one of the college laundrymaids; or Bishop Richard Mayew, who died in 1516 and is buried in the cathedral. It’s a Vicar’s Life!’ tours take place at 4 pm on Tuesdays throughout the summer, beginning at the Welcome Desk in the cathedral and finishing with a glass of beer or apple juice in College Hall. Dates: June 20, 27, July […]
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Oct
2017
The third Out of Nature Sculpture Exhibition will be held at Newport House, Almeley in support of The Cart Shed See fantastic artwork created by over 30 sculptors from the UK an international artists in the stunning grounds of Newport House, Almeley Herefordshire. There will be home cooked food prepared from produce grown in the organic walled garden at Newport House. For information about Newport House click here For information about The Cart Shed Charity who have recently been awarded The Queens Award for Voluntary Service click here w: outofnature.org.uk e: jenny@thecartshed.co.uk t: 07917 740200
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Oct
2017
Berrington’s harvest of its vintage apple collection is 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. Ice cream making, local pork sausages, cheese, chutneys, bread, apple themed cakes, crafts, music and horse and carriage rides throughout the weekend. w: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/berrington-hall
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Oct
2017
Eardisland Craft Fair is held both inside St Mary’s Church and in two marquees in the church grounds. 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. A cooked breakfast will be available in the nearby village hall, with hot drinks and cake available throughout the day. Barbecued food available in the church grounds from 12pm. Unlimited and stewarded free parking on the recreation ground. For further details email pmilchard@btinternet.com or phone 01544388097
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Oct
2017
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Monday – Friday 18.00 – 19.00 2017 Dates: 03 Apr – 07 Apr 29 May – 02 Jun 04 Sep – 08 Sep 23 Oct – 27 Oct thePoint4 members £10, non- Members £20 For more information e: enquiries@rncb.ac.uk t: 01432 376 376 w: thepoint4.co.uk
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Oct
2017
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Children’s School Holiday Pottery Sessions are fabulous, themed, workshops that take place every school break at Eastnor Pottery. An ideal opportunity for aspiring young potters to work with professional, ceramic artists. Experience ‘hands on’ real clay with an exciting variety of making techniques. A different theme every time includes either a go on the potter’s wheel or work with coloured slips. The 1 ½ hr sessions take place throughout the day and are designed to suit either 4-8yrs and 9-12yrs. Small friendly groups ensure maximum attention from our experienced team of potters, always on hand to guide and offer advice. Big emphasis on having fun and learning via enjoyment. Fantastic results every time. Your child’s clay masterpiece will need to dry thoroughly before it can be fired. Collection times will be issued on the day of the workshop. Dates for 2017: 15 Feb, 22 Feb, 19 Apr, 31 May, 2 Aug, 25 Oct. Other dates are available for group and family bookings. Duration: 1½ hr sessions start at: 9.30am, 11.30am & 2.00pm Cost £15 per child. (10% discount for x3 or more places booked). Price includes all materials and firing costs. Telephone or email booking essential: admin@eastnorpottery.co.uk Tel: 01531 633886
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Oct
2017
The Better Bun Company brings you ‘Bun Basics’ – an interactive, hands on cookery class during which you will learn how to bake a batch of delicious Chelsea and Belgian buns. Along with the basic techniques of bun making, we will also share some Better Bun tips that serve satisfy the senses – making your buns even more irresistible! A light lunch is provided and there will also be some free time to explore Harts Barn Craft Centre whilst your carefully prepared dough proves. You will leave with a scrumptious batch of freshly baked buns, copies of the recipes so that you can make them again and again at your leisure and a gift from The Better Bun Company that will come in handy when you bake again. This class is suitable for complete beginners and those who enjoy baking and would like to learn more/expand their repertoire. To book your place email Martha on hello@thebetterbuncompany.com
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Nov
2017
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Affordable art street market in High Town Hereford Hereford Arts Markets act as showcases for local talent and designer/makers from the region and are held regularly throughout the year. Offering a range of original artworks, traditional and contemporary crafts and handmade jewellery, our Arts Markets offer our visitors the chance to meet the professional and semi-professional Designer/Makers. Our artists in turn really enjoy meeting their customers and chatting about their work or discussing bespoke commissions. Everything sold at Hereford Arts Markets must be produced by the stall holder – we do not allow any bought in or imported crafts. Young designers and makers just starting out relish the chance to learn the ropes and for some, our Arts Markets are the first taste they have of working life as a commercial creative. 2017 Dates are as follows: Saturday 1 April Saturday 10 June Saturday 9 September Saturday 4 November Saturday 9 December
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Nov
2017
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The Georgians loved a good party and we’re sure you do to. Visit Berrington Hall on November and December weekends before Christmas to celebrate Christmas 18th-century style as we recreate the 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 and you can join in by making your own mask and seeing some of the stunning costume 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. w: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/berrington-hall
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Nov
2017
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The Georgians loved a good party and we’re sure you do to. Visit Berrington Hall on November and December weekends before Christmas to celebrate Christmas 18th-century style as we recreate the 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 and you can join in by making your own mask and seeing some of the stunning costume 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. w: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/berrington-hall
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Dec
2017
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Affordable art street market in High Town Hereford Hereford Arts Markets act as showcases for local talent and designer/makers from the region and are held regularly throughout the year. Offering a range of original artworks, traditional and contemporary crafts and handmade jewellery, our Arts Markets offer our visitors the chance to meet the professional and semi-professional Designer/Makers. Our artists in turn really enjoy meeting their customers and chatting about their work or discussing bespoke commissions. Everything sold at Hereford Arts Markets must be produced by the stall holder – we do not allow any bought in or imported crafts. Young designers and makers just starting out relish the chance to learn the ropes and for some, our Arts Markets are the first taste they have of working life as a commercial creative. 2017 Dates are as follows: Saturday 1 April Saturday 10 June Saturday 9 September Saturday 4 November Saturday 9 December