Hereford Tourist Information Centre

22/06/2026

Hereford Tourist Information will closed today (22nd June). We are back open tomorrow and through the rest of the week as usual. We apologise for any inconvenience.

14/06/2026

14/06/2026

Medieval Hereford Festival

Cathedral Close & High Town

Sat 15th & Sun 16th Aug 2026
Medieval Feast on Friday 14th Aug

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.

Visit our website to see the many free and exciting activities.

https://www.herefordcitylife.co.uk/experience/whats-on/medieval-hereford-festival-2026

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/