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  • A fitting symbol to this Land of Hope

    MR T Morgan's reservations about the security of the Elgar statue, to be unveiled on September 25, 2005, (Hereford Times , July 28), are perhaps understandable in these times when anti-social behaviour - and worse - is hitting the headlines. However,

  • Parents comforted by generosity from county

    FOLLOWING the tragic death in a car crash of Ukrainian Andriy Kiyiv at Ivington on July 3, (his birthday), may we use your letters page to thank everyone who supported the appeal to raise cash to send him home for burial. He arrived home and was buried

  • Bill's gift helps County

    FOR the last 20 years Iris and Bill Bennett from Pembridge used milestone anniversaries to raise money for good causes. When Bill died earlier this year, his wife of 52 years decided money donated at his funeral should be used in the same way. The large

  • Graham Evans

    GRAHAM EVANS (12): (Forward, 16-6-1980, 5'9'', no appearances) Lively forward who should stimulate competition for places up front. Apart from a couple of years as a trainee with Aston Villa, has played his football in the League of Wales for Caersws

  • Guy Ipoua

    GUY IPOUA (10): (Forward, 14-1-1976, 6'1'', no appearances) Big things will be expected of the Cameroonian who comes with a pedigree which includes spells at Atletico Madrid and Torino. A powerful, pacy runner with the ability to hold the ball, Ipoua

  • Adam Stansfield

    ADAM STANSFIELD (9): (Forward, 10-9-1978, 5'11'', 43+11/25) Former Yeovil striker Stansfield can look back on his first season in Hereford colours with some satisfaction after cracking in a quarter-of-a-century of goals. Now fully over a broken leg sustained

  • Jon Brady

    JON BRADY (7): (Winger, 14-1-1975, 5'9'', no appearances) Australian winger with the ability to go past defenders and provide a penetrating cross, as seen in the Stevenage Borough equaliser in the play-off semi-final first leg last season. Has already

  • Jamie Pitman

    JAMIE PITMAN (8): (Midfielder, 6-1-1976, 5'9'', 186+13/18) The only current member of the squad who can recall what it was like to play for Hereford in the Football League, Pitman's combative performances in the centre of midfield have endeared him to

  • Dean Beckwith

    DEAN BECKWITH (28): (Centre-back, 18-9-1983, 6'3'', no appearances) A powerfully-built central defender, Beckwith will already be remembered by Bulls fans after depriving them of two points with a headed goal for Dagenham & Redbridge in a televised

  • Peter's Cathedral recital

    PETER Dyke, assistant organist of Hereford Cathedral, will demonstrate his masterly control of the newly-reconditioned Willis organ at a concert on Thursday, August 18, at 7.30pm. The concert will be the fourth in a series of gala evening performances

  • Tony James

    TONY JAMES (6): (Centre-back, 9-10-1978, 5'11'', 295+9/19) Two seasons ago, critics such as Peter Shreeve were describing the United skipper as the best defender in the Conference. Last season, however, a pre-season disrupted by injury was the start of

  • Simon Travis

    SIMON TRAVIS (3): (Full-back, 23-3-1977, 5'10'', 57+4/3) Travis' powerful forward runs were a feature of Hereford's attacking play last season as he surged down right or left with equal facility. But his remarkable pace was no less of an asset in defence

  • Ryan Green

    RYAN GREEN (2): (Full-back, 20-10-1980, 5'7'', 73+10 substitute/2) Former Welsh international Green will be hoping to re-establish a permanent spot in the United side after injuries severely disrupted his campaign last time around and left him starting

  • Wayne Brown

    WAYNE BROWN (14): (Goalkeeper, 14-1-1977, 6'1'', no appearances) Former England non-international goalkeeper Brown will provide competition for Mawson between the posts, arriving on a season-long loan from last year's Conference champions Chester City

  • Sea Cadets

    FRIENDS of Hereford Sea Cadets are staging a fundraising WyeSide Music Festival in the grounds of Hereford Rowing Club on Saturday, August 13. The event starts at 12 noon till midnight, with the gates opening at 11am. Musical attractions include folk,

  • Ledbury Rotary Ledbury Rotary

    A FUND of good stories and pictures of the past were the contribution that Bill Masefield made to the 50th Anniversary celebrations of the Rotary Club of Ledbury. Bill, the one remaining active founder member of the club, refreshed memories and entertained

  • On course toward a better life

    THE LEARNING and Skills Council has been funding a course which has been helping former drug addicts, criminals, alcoholics and homeless people find a better life in Herefordshire. Now the efforts of the pariticpants have been recognised by Hereford charity

  • Mail order firm's move means jobs

    MORE jobs could follow the move by a husband-and-wife team from Ross-on-Wye to new premises formerly belonging to The Duchy of Cornwall. Mark and Sally Bailey, who started up in business from their family home, relocated after receiving a grant from Advantage

  • Win keeps Ross in the top flight

    IN their penultimate Hereford and Worcester Summer League Group 1 match, Ross A came away with a 4-2 win from Stourbridge which maintains their status for another year. Not for the first time this season, the Ross No 1 pair Chris Friend and 17-year-old

  • Happy atmosphere at Berrington

    THE Horse Trials at Berrington Hall on Saturday, and Sunday were a great success in every way. The weather was marvellous, the going good, the new cross country fences challenging but inviting. With the welcome support of the National Trust who had a

  • Moran moves back to second

    ROGER Moran recorded his first win of the season when he contested two rounds of the Nicholson McLaren British Hill Climb Championship at Craigantlet on Saturday. The Orleton garage owner drove his Gould GR6IX racing car to fourth place in the morning

  • Success comes against the odds

    A TRIPLE triumph over adversity has resulted in success at the Arab National Championships at the Three Counties Showground in Malvern. Lauren Phillips-Thomas rode Fayrelands Jewel, trained by her mother Shan, to the show jumping championship but all

  • Four championship finals for Hereford swimmers

    THE City of Hereford Swimming Club enjoyed a most successful Age Group Championships at the International Pool in Ponds Forge, Sheffield. Their three qualifying swimmers took part in 12 separate events and successfully made four finals. Otto Putland,

  • Two rink wins not enough for county

    HEREFORDSHIRE County Bowling Association visited St Margaret's Bowling Club, Leicester, for the annual match against Leicester BA and although having two winning rinks and a draw, lost by 120 to 103. Dave Holloway skipped Herefordshire's highest winning

  • Leominster on brink of clinching league title

    LEOMINSTER have put one hand on the Nash Rocks League championship with two convincing wins this week. With 48 points scored, they are four points ahead of Kington in second place on 44 points and still have a match in hand. Kington must win their remaining

  • Quoits

    Ladies Quoits Division 1 P W D F A Pt Winkies 16 12 3 71 25 27 Richmond Misfits 16 8 5 56 40 21 Travellers Rest 16 7 6 54 42 20 New Mooners 16 8 3 55 41 19 Thornbirds 16 8 3 53 43 19 VP Ladies 16 8 2 54 42 18 Golden Hopefuls 16 3 6 38 58 12 Moonbeams

  • Bridge

    Bromyard BC, Howell movement: 1 Margaret and Olaf Newcombe 69.4%, 2 Heather Brace and Roger Sellman 58.0, 3 Noel Williams and Peter Bellingham 53.5. Ledgemoor Bridge Is Fun BC: 1 David Whitaker and Michael Connop 68%, 2 Joy Powell and Olive Williams 61.5

  • Skittles

    HEREFORD AND DISTRICT LEAGUE SUMMER CUP RESULTS Section 1: Vaga Mixers 237, Beevers 288; Su a Side 255, LWT Lions 239; Woolfys Pack 246, Shipwrecks 260. Section 2: Judys Gang 242, Shop Assistants 277; Electric Lads 268, Oakapples 223; Bridgemen 249, Bodie

  • New season excitement at the Courtyard

    THE new season at the Courtyard looks exciting in more ways than one.Commencing with the Courtyard Community Company production of Oliver!, which runs for three weeks from September 1-24, it's a strong suit. The major autumn musical is always something

  • Bulls aiming for third time lucky

    HEREFORD United will be looking to put the disappointment of the past two seasons behind them when they get their Nationwide Conference programme underway on Saturday. The Bulls have finished in runners-up spot on two successive occasions, only to be

  • Bulls aiming for opening day victory

    HEREFORD United will be looking to kick-off their Nationwide Conference season on Saturday with a win against visiting Scarborough. The Bulls have begun each of the last two seasons with 3-1 successes, at Tamworth and at home to Farnborough respectively

  • Marshall takes Municipal title with two-shot success

    ADRIAN Marshall is the new men's champion at Hereford Municipal GC after a two-shot win over reigning champion Phil Green. Marshall shot a two-over gross score of 72 to finish ahead of Green with Stuart Jarvis a further four shots back on 78. Jarvis'

  • Ann's on the right lines

    FORMER teacher Ann Ashley has brought the writings of distinguished Herefordian Alfred Watkins to life for a new generation. Her book, The Dodman Quest, explores Watkins' theory on ley lines through a detective story involving two young enthusiasts. David

  • Cricket Scorecards in Brief

    CRUSADER WORCESTERSHIRE COUNTY LEAGUE Division 1 Brockhampton 219 (N Denny 70, J Walker 56, D Price 19, D Mokler 13, H Langford 13, N Price 13. P Burdon 3-19, N Slade 2-42, D Catterall 2-48, C Flowers 2-58) Ombersley 178 (C Flowers 50, J Robinson 38,

  • Burghill beat Monmouth to open up Marches title race

    BURGHILL and Tillington opened up the Division 1 title race in the Flint and Cook Marches League when they inflicted the first defeat of the season on champions Mon-mouth. After a shaky start their batsmen took control to set a huge total of 286-6, and

  • Big victory keeps Bromyard clear

    BROMYARD maintained their 21-point lead over Barnards Green at the top of Division 2 in the Worcestershire League when they romped to a nine-wicket home win over local rivals Malvern. Malvern surprisingly chose to bat in bowler friendly conditions when

  • Lee stands out as one for future

    A YOUNG Herefordshire cricketer has been an integral port of the club side which rules the roost at under-13 level. Lee Watkins, the son of former Herefordshire all-rounder Steve, played an important role as Newport carried off the MCC Spirit of Cricket

  • Ali provides county's punch

    HEREFORDSHIRE achieved their long-awaited first Minor Counties Championship win of the season on Monday with a conclusive seven-wicket success against Wales at Kingsland. The victory, Herefordshire's first since they beat Wiltshire at Corsham in June

  • Cradley

    COUNTRY FAIR - The list of classes and attractions at Cradley Country Fair and Produce Show is growing. Events within the show now include ferret racing and flamenco dancing, as well as high quality country craft demonstrations, and many classes such

  • Ewyas Harold

    CHURCH COLLECTION - A collection to help the famine victims in Niger was made after the morning service at St Michael and All Angels Church. There will also be one next Sunday after the 10am Service. LLANCILLIO CHURCH - The church will be open on August

  • Kingsland

    KINGSLAND SHOW - Despite the indifferent weather prior to the show, the floral displays were excellent, notably in the President's Prize Class. There were also some fine quality vegetables and the Wine Division had the largest number of entries for some

  • Lyonshall

    MOUSE RACING - An enjoyable evening of entertainment and fund raising was held on Monday evening. Dr and Mrs Lias had kindly allowed their idyllic garden to be used for the event, and the Burgoyne's marquee that had been erected and beautifully decked

  • Much Birch

    CONCERT - Captain Noah and His Floating Zoo, a Jazz Cantata by Michael Flanders and Joseph Horovitz is to be performed in Much Birch Church on Friday, August 12, at 7.30pm. The singers comprise of children from the singing workshop for children and members

  • Skenfrith

    CROSS ASH THANKS - A tea party was held at Cross Ash Hall as a thank you to all those who took part in the April concerts to raise funds for three charities. It was also an opportunity to present the £2,000 raised at the concerts organised by Dorothy

  • Upper Colwall

    SUMMER SHOW - The Wyche and Colwall Horticultural Society 62nd Annual Summer Show will take place on August 13, at Colwall Village Hall from 2pm - 5pm. There will be a cake stall, plants for sale, teas, raffle and tombola. Schedules and entry forms are

  • Sheer h.Art attack

    ALTHOUGH artists have had to dip their hands into their pockets, Here-fordshire art week is back for business. What sprang from a pot of cultural services cash in 2002 looked as if it might dry up when the initial funding package came to an end, but the

  • Herriott clinches world crown

    HEREFORDSHIRE has a new mountain boarding world champion. Sixteen-year-old Jack Herriott, a member of the Out to Grass Mountain Board Centre at Cradley was crowned under-17 world freestyle champion at the Mountain Board Freestyle Championships in Devon

  • Well done, the bell-ringers!

    I WOULD like to congratulate the wonderful lady bell ringers pictured on the front page of the Hereford Times. I wholeheartedly endorse their sentiments about the unacceptable journeys to Cheltenham for treatment. They talk about return journeys of 70

  • Alert on rise in skin cancer

    SKIN cancer is said to be the second most common form of cancer in the UK and the fastest growing. Much of the blame is placed on thousands of families who jet off to sunnier climes for their holidays, without seeking advice from their doctors. They rely

  • Andrew Williams

    ANDREW WILLIAMS (16): (Forward, 14-8-1986, 6'1'', 3+4/1) The young striker will be hoping that first-team opportunities will be more plentiful this time around as he seeks to establish himself in the squad. Skilful and with a powerful shot, Williams has

  • Daniel Carey-Bertram

    DANIEL CAREY-BERTRAM (18): (Forward, 14-6-1984, 5'9'', 24+37/20) As Rob Purdie was the find of the 2003-4 season, so Danny Carey-Bertram came of age last year as he established himself as one of the division's most promising strikers. With pace to spare

  • Andy Ferrell

    ANDY FERRELL (11): (Midfielder, 9-1-1984, 5'9'', no appearances) Energetic left-sided player who began his career with Newcastle United before moving on to Watford. Appeared a couple of times as a substitute for the Hornets in Carling Cup ties, scoring

  • Stacy Coldicott

    STACY COLDICOTT (4): (Midfielder, 29-4-1974, 5'11'', no appearances) Tough tackling central midfielder who looks set to anchor the midfield after the departure of Graham Hyde and in the early season absence through injury of Jamie Pitman. Redditch-born

  • Sam Gwynne

    SAM GWYNNE (17): (Midfielder, 17-12-1987, 5'8'', 2+1/0) One of a crop of promising young players to come through the youth set-up, Gwynne first came to attention in last season's warm-up games and earned his first starts in minor cup ties during the campaign

  • Rob Purdie

    ROB PURDIE (21): (Midfielder, 28-9-1982, 5'9'', 82+37/14) After being the most improved player of the season in 2003-4 when he forced his way into the England National Game set-up, the last campaign turned into one of disappointment for the skilful midfielder

  • Craig Stanley

    CRAIG STANLEY (15): (Midfielder, 3-3-1983, 6'0'', 59/6) The strong-running former Walsall and Telford midfielder was absent from the United line-up on just one occasion last season, operating either in the centre or on the left of the midfield unit. His

  • Tamika Mkandawire

    TAMIKA MKANDAWIRE (5): (Centre-back, 28-5-1983, 5'11'', 66+1/8) The success story of last season, Malawi-born Mkandawire is now one of the first names to be written down on Graham Turner's team sheet. Pace and an ability to read the game made his choice

  • Alex Jeannin

    ALEX JEANNIN (20): (Full-back, 30-12-1977, 6'0'', no appearances) Frenchman Jeannin will fill the gap vacated by the transferred Mark Robinson on the left-side of the Hereford defence and possesses the flair to add substantially to the Bulls' attacking

  • Craig Mawson

    CRAIG MAWSON (squad number 1): (Goalkeeper, born 16-5-1979, height 6'2'', 41 club appearances/0 goals) Former Morecambe goalkeeper Mawson now knows doubly what it is like to finish as a Conference runner-up but miss out on promotion as he previously suffered

  • Women's Institute Forum

    THE June meeting of Wellington and Hope under Dinmore had members sitting attentively in front of Mrs Christine Fletcher who demonstrated some simple summer deserts. Every one a winner, and everyone had their favourites and had a recipe leaflet to take

  • Take the plunge to save cash

    BUSINESSES are being urged to take the plunge and reduce their water usage to save money. The call comes from Government-funded programme Envirowise, which says many firms in the region are, literally, pouring money down the drain by unnecessarily wasting

  • Jan heading off on Iceland adventure

    A HEREFORDSHIRE horsewoman is all set to do her bit for charity, and explore Iceland at the same time. Jan du Cros has signed up to take part in the British Horse Society's Viking Challenge which aims to raise funds for Horse Rescue. The challenge, which

  • Huge crowd marks Kath Shellam's memorial day

    A HUGE and happy crowd supported the Kath Shellam Memorial Day meeting under BHRC rules at Leominster, with all proceeds in aid of Acorns Childrens Hospice. The 13-race card was a real humdinger and there were some memorable winners. Dowie Lloyd-Davies

  • Hickstead success

    DORSTONE rider Joli Smith achieved an excellent win at the Royal International Horse Show at Hickstead, carrying off the heavyweight working hunter class against strong opposition on Kilowen Rocket. Smith had the only clear round over Hickstead's challenging

  • Josh Day notches a triple success

    HEREFORD and County Athletics Club gained 13 first places and four second places, competing in a match against Yeovil, Sparkhill, Bromsgrove and Redditch at the final meeting of the UK Athletics Young Athletics League at the Roger Bannister Stadium, Bath

  • Weather hampers Rose

    IT has been something of a roller-coaster ride for Rose Johnson, from Lower Eggleton, at the Women's World Gliding Championship at Klix in Germany. After an excellent start with a second place in the opening race, things have not gone exactly to plan

  • Darts

    LEOMINSTER AND DISTRICT LEAGUE Results: Barons Cross 5, H2 O's 3; Monkland Arms 1, Taddymen 7; Beefcakes 1, Hazzbeens 7; Bell 0, Rainbow 8. P W D L F A Pt Rainbow 8 7 1 0 49 15 15 Taddymen 8 5 2 1 43 21 12 Hazzbeens 7 5 1 1 38 18 11 H2 Os 8 3 1 4 32 32

  • Petanque

    MARCHES LEAGUE Division 1: Seven Stars 4(71), Tram Tracks 2(49); New Inn 2(55), Anchors 4(64); WHPC Greens 4(65), WHPC Golds 2(51); Tram Wheels 3(69), Tram Sleepers 3(55); Bridge Inn 3(57), Brecon 3(57). W D L F D Pt New Inn 9 2 2 51 201 29 WHPC Greens

  • Pigeon Racing

    COUNTY flying clubs sent their birds from Frome this weekend. Hereford and District FC: 1 Mr and Mrs G Lloyd 1,200 (all pools nom), 2-3 G Jones 1,176, 1,175; 4 Mr and Mrs G Lloyd 1,161; 5-6 G Jones 1,155, 1,137; 7-8 J Baker 1,134, 1,131; 9-10 Mr and Mrs

  • Opportunities to join in

    HEREFORD Rugby Club have created a new team to provide people with learning disabilities with the opportunities to participate in sport within their community. The new team, called Hereford Bulldogs, has been formed to open the door to a world of inclusion

  • Cream of the crop

    WHAT is expected to be the first of a number of energy plants in the region is to be opened at the end of the year - with crops from Herefordshire helping to feed it. The new plant, just over the county border at Bockleton in Worcestershire, already has

  • A magic result!

    THE rising three-year-old bull from Dilwyn breeders E L Lewis and Son - Haven Wizard - was the supreme champion at the National Hereford Show at Tenbury Wells. The win also secured the accolade of the horned Hereford bull of the year to add to Wizard's

  • Entries still open for Kington Show

    KINGTON Show schedules for entries in the horse, sheep and cattle classes are still available. Clare Edwards, general secretary, said: "With 16 different horse sections, including driving classes and new Piebald, Skewbald and Spotted classes, there is

  • Turner's ten years in charge

    GRAHAM Turner reached a rare landmark in modern football last week when he celebrated 10 years in charge at Edgar Street. The United chief took over at Edgar Street back in August 1995 and has remained director of football ever since. Apart from a brief

  • Three new opponents

    AS well as meeting up with old rivals Southport and Cambridge United, Hereford, as a result of last season's relegation and promotion battles, have three other new opponents this season. United will be renewing acquaintance with near neighbours Kidderminster

  • Four meet again in Conference

    THERE will be an unusual reunion in this season's Nationwide Conference. Cambridge United's relegation from the Football League and Southport's promotion from Nationwide North means that all four sides who were promoted from Division 4 in United's first

  • Lambert finishes twelfth

    PROMISING young Kington golfer Andy Lambert returned a creditable 12th place in the St Mellion Trophy. Lambert's scores of 72, 75, 75 and 79 left him with a final tally of 301 in the competition which was largely played in poor weather. Lambert now stands

  • Gill triumphs on captain's away day

    FOR her away day, Herefordshire GC lady captain Chris Crisall and 47 lady members headed for Caradoc GC where they received a warm welcome and excellent hospitality. Gill Boase, leading Division 2 for 24-36 handicappers, continued a very successful season

  • It's all looking up at the Three Choirs

    THINGS are looking up at the Three Choirs Festival. Worcester now boasts a snazzy full-colour programme book, lively refreshment tents on College Green and a sense of moving with the times. Musically too, in his third festival as artistic director, Worcester's

  • Cricket League Tables

    CRUSADER WORCESTERSHIRE COUNTY LEAGUE Division 1 P W L D A Pt Ombersley 16 9 2 4 1 249 Kington 16 8 3 3 2 245 Brockhampton 16 6 4 4 2 215 Romsley 16 6 7 1 2 191 Eastnor 16 5 4 7 0 187 Alvechurch 16 6 7 0 3 182 Chaddesley Corb 16 5 8 3 0 182 Astwood Bank

  • Day to remember as under-16 side hammer local rivals

    HEREFORDSHIRE'S under-16 cricketers had a day to remember when they hammered local rivals Worcestershire by 105 runs in the Lord's Taverners National under-16 competition. Worcestershire won the toss and put Herefordshire into bat in the match at Pershore

  • Fixtures

    THURSDAY, AUGUST 11 CRICKET ECB UNDER-17 CHAMPIONSHIP Norfolk v Herefordshire (Day One, Garboldisham CC, 10.45am) FRIDAY, AUGUST 12 CRICKET ECB UNDER-17 CHAMPIONSHIP Norfolk v Herefordshire (Day Two, Garboldisham CC, 10.45am) SATURDAY, AUGUST 13 FOOTBALL

  • Donald coaches Bears

    BROCKHAMPTON Cricket Club will host a very attractive fixture on Sunday between the Herefordshire county cricket clubs' eleven and Warwickshire seconds, starting at 11am. Warwickshire, who were in action last weekend in the semi-final of the Counties

  • Thrilling finish to quarter-final

    BURGHILL will meet Crickhowell in the semi-final of the Advantage Business Supplies Marches Cup following a thrilling three-run quarter-final success at Garnons. Nick Phelps (105) scored his second century of the weekend and with support from Kingsley

  • Luctonians snatch first win as Henwood hits century

    A WICKET from the very first ball of the game proved to be the catalyst for Luctonians to go on and claim their first win of the season in Division 1 of the Crusader Worcestershire County League. They restricted home team Romsley and Hunnington to 183

  • Golfer linked to £10m castle

    GOLFING great Ernie Els is one of the names being linked to the sale of a prestigious Herefordshire castle and its grounds. Hampton Court has a guide price of £10 million, 1,000 acres of land, extensively restored gardens - and a fascinating history.

  • Bodenham

    GARDENING CLUB - The 23rd Annual Flower and Produce Show will be held in the Parish Hall on Saturday, August 20, at 2.30 pm. Schedules will be available from the Post Office and from Saffrons Cross. Non-entrants will be welcomed and teas and light refreshments

  • Dilwyn

    SAVE THE CHILDREN -Despite the torrential downpour last month, supporters of the Save the Children Fund Tea in the garden at Tyrrells Court House, raised £500. June Chase skilfully seated everyone within her home, filling every corner. Produce and cakes

  • Hay-on-Wye

    STEAM RALLY - The 25th anniversary of the Steam and Vintage Rally is being celebrated at Boatside Farm Hay-on-Wye on Sunday starting at 10am. Among the many attractions MP Roger Williams, AM Kirsty Williams and four local dignitaries will try to build

  • Presteigne

    FOOTBALL CLUB - The annual charity football match is on Sunday, August 13. This year Presteigne will play Shobdon at 3pm. Please come along and support our team and have a look at the new floodlights and work done in the clubhouse over the summer break

  • Optimism from fans and bookies adds to pressure

    THE signings that we have made through the close season have, I think, strengthened the squad. We have lost a number of players, a couple of whom - Mark Robinson and Andy Tretton - we would like to have kept but things move on and I am quite happy with

  • What's on in city and county

    Events/talks August 11 The National Trust - Brockhampton estate, pond dipping and ugly bug safari, 2-4pm, booking essential 01885 488099. 11/18 Goodrich Castle - Medieval Life, talks and demonstrations 11am. 01600 890538. 12-13 St Thomas's and St Bede's

  • Bulls aiming for opening day victory

    HEREFORD United will be looking to kick-off their Nationwide Conference season on Saturday with a win against visiting Scarborough. The Bulls have begun each of the last two seasons with 3-1 successes, at Tamworth and at home to Farnborough respectively

  • Cup semi-finals on Sunday

    THE semi-finals of the Advantage Business Supplies Marches Knock-out Cup take place on Sunday when Burghill & Tillington visit Crickhowell and Talgarth entertain cup-holders and current Division 1 leaders Monmouth.

  • 'Merlyn' spinning his spell to help England

    HEREFORDSHIRE and its surrounding areas do not usually spring to mind when factors having a major impact on an Ashes Test Series are being considered. But that has all changed in the last couple of weeks when Llowes-based Henry Pryor's long term invention

  • Golfers get around quickly at Kington

    EIGHT members of Kington Golf Club's junior section and the club professional will be making an attempt on the Bradnor Hill Speed Golf Challenge next Tuesday at 6.30am. This involves getting around the course in the quickest time and the fewest possible