Hereford Tourist Information Centre

04/06/2026

General ticket sales are now open!

Head to our website to book now or catch us in-person in Ledbury when our physical box office opens on 20th May

02/06/2026

📜 Libraries Change Lives Through History & Heritage

This week is Libraries Change Lives Week, and today we’re celebrating how our libraries help connect people with their past and preserve our shared heritage.

From the Herefordshire History project and our special collections, to a wide range of local history books available for loan, there are so many ways to explore the stories that shape our communities.

You can also log in to Ancestry free of charge on public computers in all our libraries—giving you access to:
✔ Parish records
✔ Census returns
✔ Electoral registers
✔ Trade directories

Whether you’re researching your family tree or discovering local history, we’re here to help you uncover the past 🔍

Pop in to your local library or visit our website to find out more.

29/05/2026

🎨 INTRO TO LINO PRINTING WITH LILY DOONER 🎨

Looking for a creative experience this weekend? Join local artist Lily Dooner for a friendly, beginner-friendly lino printing workshop in Hereford!

In this hands-on four-hour class, you’ll learn:
✨ How to prep your lino block
✨ Design transfer techniques
✨ Mark making & carving
✨ Hand burnishing methods

By the end of the session, you’ll leave with your very own lino print and the skills to continue your printmaking journey at home.

🗓 Saturday 30th May
⏰ 12pm – 4pm
📍 Capuchin Yard Creative, Hereford HR1 2LR

All materials are provided — plus tea and biscuits! ☕🍪
Suitable for ages 18+.

Spaces are limited, so book now:
Eventbrite Tickets:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/intro-to-lino-printing-with-lily-dooner-tickets-1987938241795

Bring the pictures in your minds eye to life in this friendly introductory workshop

29/05/2026

🎶 FREE LIVE MUSIC IN HEREFORD! 🎶

Join The Hereford Big Busk on Saturday 4th July in Hightown, Hereford from 10:30am – 3:00pm!

Presented by Herefordshire Music Fund in partnership with HerefordBID, this exciting free event will showcase fantastic live music while supporting our local shops and cafés. ☕🎸

Come along, enjoy the atmosphere, and help raise awareness for the incredible work of the Herefordshire Music Fund — supporting and inspiring young musicians across Herefordshire through bursaries, workshops, courses, and musical opportunities.

📍 Hightown, Hereford
📅 Saturday 4th July
⏰ 10:30am – 3:00pm

For more information:
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.encore-enterprises.com/herefordshiremusicfund

22/05/2026

Discover Hidden Treasures at Hereford Tourist Information Centre! 🛍️

Whether you're visiting for the day or rediscovering your hometown, the Hereford Tourist Information Centre is your go-to stop for all things local.

✨ Browse our unique selection of locally made crafts, from handmade gifts and homeware to artwork and seasonal treats – all created by talented artists and makers from Herefordshire and beyond.

📮 Don’t forget to pick up a Hereford postcard or two to send home (or keep as a memory of your visit!). Plus, we’ve got maps, guidebooks, walking routes, and friendly faces ready to help you make the most of your time in our historic city.

🛒 Supporting local has never looked so lovely. Come and say hello!
📍You’ll find us inside the Hereford Town Hall with the Library, right at the heart of town.

21/05/2026

We apologise for any inconvenience but Hereford Tourist Information will close early tomorrow (Friday 22nd May) at 2pm. We are still open as usual beyond that.

20/05/2026

🎶 Discover the Story Behind the Music – Now Available at the Hereford Tourist Information Centre! 📚

We’re excited to stock “Three Choirs in 10 Concerts” by Simon Carpenter – a beautiful celebration of one of the world's oldest classical music festivals, told through the lens of ten unforgettable performances.

This lovingly written book captures the magic, history, and community spirit of the Three Choirs Festival, which rotates between Hereford, Gloucester, and Worcester. Whether you’re a music lover, history enthusiast, or simply proud of our cultural heritage here in Herefordshire, this book offers a fascinating behind-the-scenes look at the festival's most stirring moments.

✨ Perfect as a gift or keepsake from your visit to Hereford!
📍Available now exclusively at the Tourist Information Centre, Hereford.

This years Three Choirs Festival will be hosted by Gloucester - for more details go to:
https://3choirs.org/gloucester-2026/

19/05/2026

WHAT’S ON? 📅 | The first Medieval Hereford Festival to take place in Hereford this August! We can’t wait!

The first Medieval Hereford Festival event will feature thrilling battle re-enactments, where armoured warriors clash in dramatic displays of medieval combat, alongside a fully interactive “living village” showcasing traditional crafts, trades and daily life from centuries past.

Visitors will also be able to step back in time with period entertainment, costumed performers, and historical demonstrations, including the chance to see – and perhaps experience – the medieval stocks.

Medieval Hereford Festival 2026 is taking place from Saturday 15th and Sunday 16th August 2026.

Hereford Business Improvement District, which manages Hereford City Life, is organising the event as part of their annual events programme to help encourage visitors to the city centre and also coincides with the 1,350th anniversary of the founding of the Diocese of Hereford.

Set against the stunning backdrop of Hereford Cathedral and its historic Cathedral Close, which will be transformed to take visitors back in time. The festival will bring the sights, sounds and stories of the medieval period vividly to life, offering residents and visitors an immersive journey into the city’s rich heritage.

There will be plenty of opportunities to learn more about Hereford through the ages and its wonderful historic Cathedral as the centre piece. More details will be provided nearer the event.

A spectacular opening procession will kick off the festival, winding its way through the city streets and culminating at the Cathedral Close. Featuring re-enactors, musicians and colourful medieval characters, the procession will set the tone for a weekend of pageantry, history and family-friendly fun.

Mike Truelove, CEO of Hereford BID, said:

“This festival will be a fantastic opportunity to showcase Hereford on a regional and national stage. We expect it to significantly boost visitor numbers over the three days, bringing increased footfall and spend into the city centre. The benefits will be felt right across the business community, from shops and cafés to hotels, restaurants and attractions, helping to drive economic impact while celebrating our city’s unique heritage.”

Jess Stallwood, Events Manager at Hereford Cathedral, added:

“As we mark 1350 years since the foundation of Hereford Diocese in 2026, we are really pleased to be working with Hereford BID on this exciting event. With a varied programme of re-enactment, performance and living history, the Hereford Medieval Festival will be wonderful way to invite visitors to step back in time and explore a significant part of the cathedral’s history.”

The Medieval Hereford Festival will celebrate the city’s past while creating a vibrant, large-scale cultural event for residents and visitors alike. By combining authentic historical re-enactment with the iconic setting of Hereford Cathedral, the festival aims to become a flagship attraction and a highlight in the region’s events calendar.

Further details on the full programme, participants and timings will be announced in the coming months.

📸 | Courtesy of the Plantagenets

19/05/2026

This Friday!

3-6pm - St Peter’s Church, St Owen’s Street, Hereford.

Hereford Parish Assembly 2026 🇬🇧

You are invited to the Hereford City Council Parish Assembly of 2026

What is a Parish Assembly?
A Parish Assembly is a public meeting for everyone who lives in the parish. It’s your chance to hear what’s happening locally, ask questions, and share your ideas about the community.

Why come along?
• Hear updates from your local council
• Meet councillors and community groups
• Raise issues that matter to you
• Have your say on local priorities

Whether you’ve lived here for years or just moved in, this is an opportunity to get involved and help shape your community.

“Your community. Your voice.”

Join us at the Parish Assembly to hear updates, ask questions, and share your ideas for Hereford.’