What’s On In Herefordshire

May Fair 900 is an exhibition celebrating 900 years of Hereford May Fair, the oldest surviving chartered fair in Britain, and will be displayed at Hereford Museum and Art Gallery. Historical fairground memorabilia and photographs, archive footage and stories of all the fun of the fair. Exhibition opening and access are subject to current Covid-19 restrictions. Please check the website for updates on opening days and times. Visit the May Fair 900 page for more information and details of the celebrations happening from April through to August. Hereford Museum and Art Gallery, housed in a spectacular Victorian gothic building, has been exhibiting artefacts and works of fine and decorative art connected with the local area since 1874. Although the exterior of the building has changed very little, the museum and gallery have kept up with the times.

Burton Court  Antiques Fair will be going ahead on 18-19 May 2021 The fair includes 45 deals, located in one huge marquee with several throughout the rooms of the stunning house. Alongside the antiques, there will be homemade delicious food for you to enjoy whilst staring out to the beautiful grounds. The admission for this wonderful day out is only £5. It’s probably worth that just to see the gorgeous house (let alone the antiques!) W: antiquesintents.co.uk

This summer, Hereford Cathedral will be hosting a series of Open Garden events for visitors. Leading down to the River Wye, Hereford Cathedral Gardens are a hidden gem nestled within the cathedral grounds. At their own leisure, visitors can explore the peaceful Cloisters, the colourful Canon’s garden, the private gardens of the Dean and Bishop and the historical Chapter House garden. A team of volunteer gardeners and guides will be on hand to answer questions and also share the fascinating history of these beautiful spaces, most of which aren’t normally open to the public. Each summer, the gardens would normally be opened for guided tours but due to the ongoing restrictions in 2020, these tours were not able to take place. Instead, the cathedral team organised two Open Garden days which were fully booked within weeks and proved to be a hit with visitors. This year, as guidance around restrictions is likely to change throughout the summer months, the cathedral has decided to increase the amount of Open Garden events so that these beautiful spaces can be shared with as many people as possible. Dates for visitors to start their tours are as follows and each session is 1.5 hours […]

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. The festival was founded around a kitchen table in 1987 and continues to attract the most exciting writers, filmmakers, comedians, politicians and musicians to inspire, delight and entertain. Find out more about the festival programme as detail is released and book tickets and how to get there at www.hayfestival.com.  PRICES APPLY AT INDIVIDUAL EVENTS, PLEASE CHECK.

Enjoy a family day at Eastnor and take in the impressive line-up of steam engines and vintage cars in the Castle Courtyard. Watch a stunning Falconry display on the Valley Lawn (displays throughout the day at 11.30am, 2pm and 4pm) and look out for our resident entertainer who will also be popping up around the grounds to amuse you! Listen to the delightful sounds of Sauce City Jazz as you enjoy your day! The castle will be opening its doors for the first time this year! In order to comply with social distancing and to avoid crowding at the Visitor Entrance, tickets are available for staggered arrival time-slots. Adults: £12.50 (aged 16 and over) Children: £7.50 (aged 3-15 years) Family: £33.00 (2 adults + up to 3 children)  ‘CASTLE & GROUNDS’ ADMISSION ONLY. ‘Grounds Only’ tickets are not available for this event.  Online tickets only, no gate tickets will be available for this event. For more information on the Eastnor Steam & Vintage event click here More about Ledbury

Trevor Hill’s Falconry Display is at Hampton Court Castle on 30 May and 31 May 2021. Whilst visiting our glorious gardens & cafe, you can also enjoy Trevor Hill’s falconry display. This is one of the largest and most varied falconry teams in the UK and includes eagles, vultures, caracaras, hawks, falcons and owls. Each bird is trained to demonstrate their natural behaviour, style, technique and speed of hunting in an arena environment. The displays will be tailored to the conditions on the day and visitors can also view the birds in the static areas, where the birds rest between flights. To accommodate social distancing measures the events will take place on the South Lawns, where there is plenty of space for visitors. Flight times are 12 midday and 2.30pm on both days. Normal admission prices apply. W: hamptoncourtcastle.co.uk

Trevor Hill’s Falconry Display is at Hampton Court Castle on 30 May and 31 May 2021. Whilst visiting our glorious gardens & cafe, you can also enjoy Trevor Hill’s falconry display. This is one of the largest and most varied falconry teams in the UK and includes eagles, vultures, caracaras, hawks, falcons and owls. Each bird is trained to demonstrate their natural behaviour, style, technique and speed of hunting in an arena environment. The displays will be tailored to the conditions on the day and visitors can also view the birds in the static areas, where the birds rest between flights. To accommodate social distancing measures the events will take place on the South Lawns, where there is plenty of space for visitors. Flight times are 12 midday and 2.30pm on both days. Normal admission prices apply. W: hamptoncourtcastle.co.uk

The 2021 Leominster Festival will take place on 3-6 June in various venues around the town. Leominster Festival, run by a voluntary committee of local individuals since 1978 (first festival in 1980), is a well known and respected celebration of the Arts in rural Herefordshire. It seeks to engage and involve the whole community by bringing top quality performers right to the doorstep of the citizens of Leominster and beyond. Every year the Festival provides an exciting, eclectic and varied programme of events across the Herefordshire Market town; including poetry, historic walks and talks, theatre, music, fine art and family fun. It also provides a platform for local community groups, charities and businesses to get involved with the Arts and engage with the wider community through a variety of free and ticketed events.Please see our “Events” for further details, more information is being added all the time. Follow the Facebook Page for details of individual events.

This summer, Hereford Cathedral will be hosting a series of Open Garden events for visitors. Leading down to the River Wye, Hereford Cathedral Gardens are a hidden gem nestled within the cathedral grounds. At their own leisure, visitors can explore the peaceful Cloisters, the colourful Canon’s garden, the private gardens of the Dean and Bishop and the historical Chapter House garden. A team of volunteer gardeners and guides will be on hand to answer questions and also share the fascinating history of these beautiful spaces, most of which aren’t normally open to the public. Each summer, the gardens would normally be opened for guided tours but due to the ongoing restrictions in 2020, these tours were not able to take place. Instead, the cathedral team organised two Open Garden days which were fully booked within weeks and proved to be a hit with visitors. This year, as guidance around restrictions is likely to change throughout the summer months, the cathedral has decided to increase the amount of Open Garden events so that these beautiful spaces can be shared with as many people as possible. Dates for visitors to start their tours are as follows and each session is 1.5 hours […]

Join us for green-fingered inspiration or just a good mooch, and help grow support for St Michael’s Browse a wide range of herbaceous perennials, bedding plants, annuals, trees, shrubs, alpines, bulbs, carnivorous and indoor plants grown by professional and amateur gardeners. In amongst the plant stalls, you will also find strawberries; asparagus; wild bird food & bird feeding products; pottery; greetings cards; homewares; preserves; garden furniture and pots. For further information visit the website st-michaels-hospice.org.uk  

Hellens Garden Festival is an annual event, about discovering all that you can do with gardening and attending to the earth and environment. Believing that you can create and grow, wherever you live, whether you have a windowsill or a field. That working with Nature, can enhance biodiversity, learn valuable lessons and that being outdoors can improve our well being. Following last years online event due to Covid-19, the team at Hellens are planning a fully resumed show for 2021 but keep an eye on here for updates. Parking is available free on site at Hellens. Well behaved dogs are welcome but, but ask that they are kept on a lead and under control at all times. The festival takes place in the beautiful gardens and grounds of Hellens. Entry to the house is by guided tour only. w: hellensgardenfestival.co.uk

DOGTASTIC is a family day out celebrating the nation’s love of dogs. This event is filled with exciting entertainment spread across the Three Counties’ vast 90-acre grounds, from thrilling dog display acts to ‘have-a-go’ activities like our Just-for-Fun Dog Show. Get advice from expert breeders and dog behaviourists, shop for pet supplies and gifts and even get your pooch pampered with an on-site dog groomer. Dogs go free and are welcome to take their families! Adult tickets are £9.00, 12-15 year olds are £4.50, no charge for under 12s. The event is open from 10am – 5pm. Parking is FREE. For Sat Nav, postcode is WR13 6NW, however as you approach the showground, please follow the temporary signs which will take you to the visitor car park. The Three Counties Showground have been awarded the VisitEngland ‘We’re Good to Go’ industry charter mark. This verifies that the showground meets the Government and public health guidance on COVID-19 and that all the required health and safety processes are in place to ensure you have a safe and enjoyable visit. Find out more – VisitEngland ‘We’re Good to Go” Book tickets

Embrace the Summer Solstice at Midsummer Garden Life Festival on 23, 24 and 25 June 2021 at Three Counties Showground, Malvern. Be inspired by the joys of summer gardening, exquisite plants, boutique shopping, as well as a taste of theatre, art, poetry and music at this exclusive three-day event. Numbers are strictly limited to allow for social distancing and space for visitors to roam. Shop for plants from the some of the UK’s leading growers and nurseries and indulge in retail therapy from a selection of hand-picked garden life retailers. Those in need of artistic inspiration can relax and enjoy a selection of captivating performances of drama, music, poetry and talks, all held in the spacious, open-air theatre. When in need of refreshments, choose from delicious alfresco dining eateries all provided by local artisan food suppliers. Tickets on sale now keep up to date on Facebook @MalvernShows  Only assistance dogs are allowed at this event. PHONE: 01684 584900 EMAIL: info@threecounties.co.uk

Spend a relaxing weekend making pots on the potter’s wheel. The therapeutic benefits of working with soft clay on the potter’s wheel are well documented. Participants often leave the studio on Sunday afternoon feeling totally de-stressed and with an overwhelming sense of well-being. “I feel like I’ve spent a weekend at a health farm!” commented a recent punter. Small friendly groups and eight electric potter’s wheels ensure plenty of individual attention and guidance. You will explore a whole range of making techniques based upon the potter’s wheel including: throwing, turning, attaching handles & motifs and decorating methods using under-glaze and coloured slip. Cost: £280 Includes refreshments, lunch, materials, (1-4 pots) firing, glazing and the cost of posting your finished masterpieces. Content: Day 1 The workshop starts at 10am where you’ll be individually assigned a potter’s wheel for the duration of the workshop. After tea/coffee, introductions and initial demonstration you will be taken as a group, step by step, through the pot throwing process. Once you have got the hang of things, you will be encouraged to develop at your own pace with individual tutoring as and when required. Around 1pm, a lunch consisting of rolls, cheese, ham, salad and fruit is […]

Embrace the Summer Solstice at Midsummer Garden Life Festival on 23, 24 and 25 June 2021 at Three Counties Showground, Malvern. Be inspired by the joys of summer gardening, exquisite plants, boutique shopping, as well as a taste of theatre, art, poetry and music at this exclusive three-day event. Numbers are strictly limited to allow for social distancing and space for visitors to roam. Shop for plants from the some of the UK’s leading growers and nurseries and indulge in retail therapy from a selection of hand-picked garden life retailers. Those in need of artistic inspiration can relax and enjoy a selection of captivating performances of drama, music, poetry and talks, all held in the spacious, open-air theatre. When in need of refreshments, choose from delicious alfresco dining eateries all provided by local artisan food suppliers. Tickets on sale now keep up to date on Facebook @MalvernShows  Only assistance dogs are allowed at this event. PHONE: 01684 584900 EMAIL: info@threecounties.co.uk

The ELY Charity Cycle Challenge 2021 Challenge will take place on the 27th June. Government guidelines regarding the coronavirus situation meant the 2020 ELY Charity Cycle Challenge was cancelled, but all being well, it should be able to run this year. There are three new routes for this years event. The proposed routes will take in part of the Black & White Village Trail of Herefordshire.  They are characterised by large number of timbered and half timbered buildings.  You will cycle through some of the prettiest villages and landscape in England. This year you have three routes to choose from, 30 miles, 46 miles and 68 miles and full details can be found here. The price varies per route.  Entry prices as follows: 30 miles – £18 46 miles – £23 68 miles – £28 Under 16s cost £5 for all routes but must be accompanied by an adult You can enter via the event page on the British Cycling website DOWNLOAD THE SPONSORSHIP FORM HERE Full details can be found by the Ely Memorial Fund Website.  

DATES ANNOUNCED FOR 2021 JULY 2-4 July 2021 Linton Music Festival takes place at The Alma Inn in Linton, near Ross on Wye. 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 Learn more about Ross on Wye

The Elvis Years is an outstanding musical production which brings to the stage the incredible and compelling story of the ‘king of rock and roll’ – Elvis Presley. Join Mario Kombou (Jailhouse Rock, West End), our all-star band and our award-winning singers for an unforgettable journey through over 50 golden greats spanning over three decades – from the early Sun Records hits to the majestic Las Vegas performances, via The Jordanaires, the army years, authentic re-creations from the Hollywood movies and the stunning 68 TV special. With nostalgic film footage, and over twelve costume changes, this glittering two-hour production features classic hits including That’s Alright Mama, Suspicious Minds, It’s Now or Never, Heartbreak Hotel, Blue Suede Shoes, Hound Dog, Love Me Tender, If I Can Dream and many more! This event has been rescheduled from 16 July 2020 to 3 July 2021 due to Covid-19. All ticket holders will have automatically been moved to the new date and received an email. Book tickets.

This summer, Hereford Cathedral will be hosting a series of Open Garden events for visitors. Leading down to the River Wye, Hereford Cathedral Gardens are a hidden gem nestled within the cathedral grounds. At their own leisure, visitors can explore the peaceful Cloisters, the colourful Canon’s garden, the private gardens of the Dean and Bishop and the historical Chapter House garden. A team of volunteer gardeners and guides will be on hand to answer questions and also share the fascinating history of these beautiful spaces, most of which aren’t normally open to the public. Each summer, the gardens would normally be opened for guided tours but due to the ongoing restrictions in 2020, these tours were not able to take place. Instead, the cathedral team organised two Open Garden days which were fully booked within weeks and proved to be a hit with visitors. This year, as guidance around restrictions is likely to change throughout the summer months, the cathedral has decided to increase the amount of Open Garden events so that these beautiful spaces can be shared with as many people as possible. Dates for visitors to start their tours are as follows and each session is 1.5 hours […]

Ever yearned to go ‘hands on’ with a potter’s wheel…or maybe you need to fine tune your technique? Whatever your experience, beginner or improver, this is the course for you. Small friendly groups ensure plenty of individual attention and guidance. Participants are consistently amazed at what they achieve in a day! Due to social distancing and public health we are limiting the number of participants to x6 and there will be no other activities taking place in the studio whilst the course is running. Cost: £150 Includes firing, glazing (1-3 pots) and the cost of posting your masterpieces. Cost: £150 Includes refreshments, lunch, firing, glazing (1-3 pots) and the cost of posting your masterpieces. How to book: Please contact the Pottery to check availability admin@eastnorpottery.co.uk Tel: 01531 633886. W: www.eastnorpottery.co.uk

DATE ANNOUNCED FOR NOZSTOCK 2021 More updates as they are released. 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. Tickets available at www.nozstock.com/tickets Learn more about Bromyard

The 2021 Three Choirs Festival will take place in 2021 in Worcester: the dates are 24th – 31st July 2021. The week long three choirs festival rotates each year between Hereford, Gloucester and Worcester. 2021 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

Ever yearned to go ‘hands on’ with a potter’s wheel…or maybe you need to fine tune your technique? Whatever your experience, beginner or improver, this is the course for you. Small friendly groups ensure plenty of individual attention and guidance. Participants are consistently amazed at what they achieve in a day! Due to social distancing and public health we are limiting the number of participants to x6 and there will be no other activities taking place in the studio whilst the course is running. Cost: £150 Includes firing, glazing (1-3 pots) and the cost of posting your masterpieces. Cost: £150 Includes refreshments, lunch, firing, glazing (1-3 pots) and the cost of posting your masterpieces. How to book: Please contact the Pottery to check availability admin@eastnorpottery.co.uk Tel: 01531 633886. W: www.eastnorpottery.co.uk

The Morris Family have been bringing the fun into Leominster for years. In 2021 they are promising to be BIGGER & BETTER with new rides and attractions but will be held in August instead of the traditional May date due to the Pandemic. Enjoy this traditional street fair with all the popular rides including Waltzers, Dodgems, lots of stalls and a Casino Mint Arcade. For more information check the Facebook Page

Heart-stopping rides, side-shows, food stalls and ancient ceremonies are all part of the street extravaganza which is Hereford May Fair. The fair has been taking place for over 900 years. A ceremonial proclamation of the historic St Ethelberts Fair (May Fair) officially opens the fair, offering 12-and-a-half bushels of wheat by the Mayor to the Lord Bishop as payment for allowing the fair to proceed. The Hereford May Fair usually takes place on the first Tuesday to Thursday following the May Day bank holiday, but this year due to lockdown it has been rescheduled to 3 – 5 August 2021 inclusive. Opening times: Tuesday 3.45pm to 11pm Wednesday 12 noon to 11pm Thursday 12 noon to 11pm These are the times between which attractions are allowed to operate. Not all rides will necessarily be open at all times. For details of road closures please click here

Heart-stopping rides, side-shows, food stalls and ancient ceremonies are all part of the street extravaganza which is Hereford May Fair. The fair has been taking place for over 900 years. A ceremonial proclamation of the historic St Ethelberts Fair (May Fair) officially opens the fair, offering 12-and-a-half bushels of wheat by the Mayor to the Lord Bishop as payment for allowing the fair to proceed. The Hereford May Fair usually takes place on the first Tuesday to Thursday following the May Day bank holiday, but this year due to lockdown it has been rescheduled to 3 – 5 August 2021 inclusive. Opening times: Tuesday 3.45pm to 11pm Wednesday 12 noon to 11pm Thursday 12 noon to 11pm These are the times between which attractions are allowed to operate. Not all rides will necessarily be open at all times. For details of road closures please click here

Magician and comedy performer Greg Chapman has teamed up with with the Waterworks Museum Hereford to present a very special two part event in 2021, bringing magic and comedy to the museum both virtually and live! Part one is a series of free online comedy and magic shows, which you can find out about here: https://fb.me/e/1dxT1cTfp For the second part, Steampunk Magician and Entertainer Greg Chapman arrives at the Waterworks Museum Hereford on Saturday 7th August to present a comedy magic show which will be fun for all the family! The gates of the museum will open at 5pm to give you a chance to look around, and enjoy the music of PLUG (Pearl Lake Ukulele Group), and set up your picnic blanket for the evening’s show! At 7pm, Greg’s show will begin, with a fast paced performance of comedy and magic as thrilling for ninety year olds as it is for nine year olds, and everyone in between! So book your tickets now for an exciting evening of entertainment at the Hereford Waterworks Museum from www.ticketsource.co.uk/gregchapman. The live show will be an outside performance but ticket sales will be limited to 80 in the first instance so that, if adverse weather […]

Ever yearned to go ‘hands on’ with a potter’s wheel…or maybe you need to fine tune your technique? Whatever your experience, beginner or improver, this is the course for you. Small friendly groups ensure plenty of individual attention and guidance. Participants are consistently amazed at what they achieve in a day! Due to social distancing and public health we are limiting the number of participants to x6 and there will be no other activities taking place in the studio whilst the course is running. Cost: £150 Includes firing, glazing (1-3 pots) and the cost of posting your masterpieces. Cost: £150 Includes refreshments, lunch, firing, glazing (1-3 pots) and the cost of posting your masterpieces. How to book: Please contact the Pottery to check availability admin@eastnorpottery.co.uk Tel: 01531 633886. W: www.eastnorpottery.co.uk

It is intended that Ross Regatta will go ahead in 2021! TO BE CONFIRMED, CHECK THE WEBSITE FROM JUNE 21 ONWARDS. Ross Regatta is a charitable run event that is held in Ross on Wye. Each year, over the August Bank Holiday, the Ross Regatta brings boat crews and spectators from all over the country. In 2019 the event attracted almost 1000 competitors aged from 11 to 77 competing in 140 events. The regatta will be held over the August bank holiday weekend as usual (29-30 August) with dragon boat racing on Saturday 28 August.  Some adaptions may be in place to comply with government and British Rowing guidelines.  w: rossrowingclub.co.uk

Proms Spectacular at The Three Counties Showground, Malvern. Enjoy a great night of live proms music at this spacious and friendly open-air venue – gates open from 4:00pm. Once you have found your picnic spot and poured your first glass, your magical evening will commence with a majestic spitfire display – accompanied by some well-known British war themes. Then sit back and enjoy all of your favourite proms music including the 1812 Overture, the Hornpipe, Land of Hope & Glory, Rule Britannia and Jerusalem along with a whole host of other fantastic classical pieces. The finish will be a spectacular firework display fully synchronised to the music to complete a memorable evening in the heart of the Worcestershire countryside. Food and drink is available to buy on site. Get your tickets now – BUY TICKETS Free Parking is provided on site. Why not camp at the showground and make it an unforgettable weekend. Find out more about camping at the Three Counties Showground – HERE. Disabled Parking is available / For disabled access and concessions please contact the event organisers: info@belevents.co.uk Under 5’s Free with a Paid Adult. No dogs are allowed at the performance except assistance dogs. W: belevents.co.uk

h.Art Sat 4 – 12 September 2021 We’re all looking forward to getting out and about later this year and living life to the full again. Why not get these dates in your diaries. Plan to take the time too feel uplifted and inspired by Herefordshire’s creative people.  Enrich your homes and lives with their wonderfully varied art and craftworks. h.Art – Herefordshire Art Week features over 100 venues across the County Herefordshire Art Week is a nine day art trail open to all.  Artists, craft-makers and creative businesses open their private studios. Galleries put on special events, whilst groups get together to put on one-off exhibitions, in a wonderful mix of interesting venues across Herefordshire. Since 2002 this county wide art trail has taken place every year in the second week of September. h.Art has become part of Herefordshire’s rich cultural calendar, with a huge variety of art and art forms on show in Open Studios, Group Exhibitions and Gallery Events. With the vast majority offering FREE admission to visitors, h.Art promises a fun day out in one of England’s most beautiful counties. If you are an artist interested in taking part, visit the website w: www.h-art.org.uk Learn more about Herefordshire

Firework Champions at Eastnor Castle is the only one of its type in the UK where the audience have the capability to vote for the team they liked the most using their mobile phone – purely for fun. Texts will be charged at normal rates and a limit of 1 vote per number is in place. Each voting number receives a text back with the results. Eastnor Castle in the dramatic setting of the Malvern Hills and surrounded by a beautiful deer park, arboretum and lake – is the home of the Hervey-Bathurst family. Besides being a fascinating visitor attraction, the Castle fulfils other roles as an exclusive-use wedding venue, corporate and team building venue, as well as a venue for product launches and location filming. Tickets can be bought online here, or by ringing MLE the organisers on 01327 876037, or at the entrance gate on the day. If you buy tickets in advance then there is a discount offered. W fireworkchampions.co.uk

Kington Show offers 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! The show will combine the traditional feel of an agricultural show, including horse, cattle and sheep classes, with an action-packed programme of entertainment. In the main ring, excitement will be provided by the country’s top Freestyle Motorcross Team – Broke FMX with their heart stopping stunts. In addition, we will have the grand parade of livestock, sheep dog displays, trotting races and vintage vehicles. Elsewhere on the showground there will be thrilling displays. There will be plenty of opportunity to eat and drink during the day at the wide variety of catering stands and the licenced public bar. In addition, there will be nearly 200 trade stands, a dog show, horticultural classes, shearing and YFC competitions. Further information can be found on the website kingtonshow.co.uk or contact the show secretary e: wendy@kingtonshow.co.uk t: 01544 340598 […]

Ludlow Food Festival are so pleased to confirm that this year’s Ludlow Food Festival (10-12 September) will be going ahead. Tickets for the September Food Festival will be on sale in April so keep your eyes peeled! Ludlow Food Festival is one of the town’s biggest events of the year, regularly attracting around 15,000 people to the grounds of Ludlow Castle across three days. The UK’s first food festival, Ludlow Food Festival was established back in 1995 and continues to push the agenda on food issues, attract the top names from the culinary world and celebrate local producers from the Marches area. With a whole array of things to do and get involved, with be sure to plan your itinerary before arriving so you are all set to explore the Festival. There is plenty happening all weekend. A huge range of produce will be available to sample and buy throughout the weekend too, everything from fresh vegetables to chocolate, from locally produced meats and cheese to unusual wines and beers, honeys and herbs and much more. The Friday night will also see a brand new Fire & Feast event celebrating outdoor cooking in the Castle, whilst Saturday night sees Rachel Roddy and Claire Thomson […]

The Malvern Hills Challenge was established in 2009 to raise funds for the charity Help for Heroes and to date has raised over £100,000.  The 2021 Challenge will be the10th Anniversary event and will take place on Saturday 18th September starting and finishing at Priory Park. At Registration you will get your 2021 t-shirts and registered numbers and then there will be various options available to get to the start.  The walk is at your own pace, however you can tackle it at speed. There will be a Heroes welcome at the finish line for everyone.  All that is left is for you to decide whether you wish to enter for the Long Walk – 18mm or the Short Walk – 9km and Register here.  Ticket Price     Long Walk Adult – £20 Long Walk Child – £10 Long Walk Team – £20 per person Short Walk Adult – £18 Short Walk Child – £10 Short Walk Team – £18 per person Registration Fee includes: – Malvern Hills Challenge T-Shirt and a Route Guide. – Race mementos for all finishers including the dogs! – Official photographer – Refreshments available to buy – First Aid Responders in attendance If you are unable […]

If you love walking you will love walking in the Wye Valley, and what better chance to learn about this beautiful area while getting your fill of exercise and fresh air, than by joining in the Ross-on-Wye Walking Festival  – 3 days of guided walks along trails and footpaths offering a taste of the town and the surrounding countryside. Ross on Wye is recognised as an accredited “Walkers are Welcome”  – offering something special for walkers and others who love the outdoors.  We are happy to arrange bespoke packages for Walking Groups if required. Ross on-Wye is also acknowledged as the birthplace of modern tourism, drawing visitors for over 250 years.  It sits at the heart of the River Wye along which the original tourists travelled by boat and later by train and on foot.   Today the river and views are largely unaltered from that seen by William Gilpin when he travelled down in 1770 and wrote his guidebook “Observations on the River Wye”.  Varied and picturesque background scenery – from the dramatic cliffs and wooded hills of the lower Wye to the rolling farmland and towering border hills; or the ancient Forest of Dean; much remaining as it was […]

Eastnor Castle Mud Bath Race is a family friendly mud bath race around the beautiful and muddy trails of the Eastnor Castle Estate. Runners take on the toughest of the Land Rover trails with waist deep mud and water around the course. After the run, enjoy a hog roast and beer after the race for just £5 extra. The registration fee is £27 for the 10km, with a minimum age of 14. £30 on the day. The registration fee is £22 for the 6km and there are two categories. Unaccompanied (min age 12) and Adult Accompanied (min age 10). £25 on the day. The registration fee is £12 for the 2.5km Mini Mud Bath. Runners aged 6 and under must be accompanied by a responsible adult (no charge). Min age 3. On the Day Registrations are £30 for the 10km, £25 for the 6km and £14 for the 2.5km Mini Mud Bath There is no charge for the accompanying adult, unless they wish to claim a finishers medal at which point we ask they register as well.  Maximum ratio of 2 children to 1 adult. Muddy and water sections are deep in places. We suggest adults test the water for […]

Visit the annual apple fair in Leominster where there will be apple displays, apple identification and the opportunity to try and/or buy plenty of different varieties of local apples. Also as part of the event there will be stalls selling local crafts and cafe with local home made food and cakes. Entrance £1.50 Children free For more information and to find out more about local apple and pear events visit www.marcherapple.net

A fantastic display of Christmas Trees creatively decorated by local businesses and community groups in the beautiful surroundings of St Peter’s Church in Bromyard. If you would like to sponsor a Christmas tree to be part of a display in the aisles of St Peter’s during a weekend of colour, music, mulled wine and more! The trees, available in two sizes (2-3ft and 4-5ft), can be adorned with your chosen themed decorations. There are prizes for the best decorated trees. Once the Festival is over you can choose to keep your tree or allow it to be sold to raise further funds for the causes detailed below.  Further details on sponsorship options, decoration and tree collection times are specified on the sponsorship form (click here to download). More details as they follow Website

Kingtons annual food and drink festival features the very best of what the borders has to offer, With this annual festival hitting its 14th year we can now boast over 90 stalls hand picked to give the best variety of producers from charcuterie to patisserie to fresh meat including lamb, pork and goat to chocolate, to oil’s and then find the perfect kitchen wear to cook it in. ​This years festival is spread over 5 different venues from the market hall and coach house to the kington centre at the opposite end of the high street and this year we are lucky enough for one of the venues will be sponsored by the now famous White Heron cassis based just a few miles up the road with their pop up cocktail bar certainly one to visit to keep those December chills away. ​With a fabulous festive feel and atmosphere, great music and vibe, this winter foodie delight is spread over five venues. Sponsored again this year by award winning British Cassis from White Heron Properties it promises to be another marvellous event. For more information contact kingtonfoodfest@gmail.com or telephone 01544 231202 w: kingtonfoodfestival.co.uk Learn more about Kington