Christmas, as it's meant to be
Dreaming of a festive season full of tradition and doing things properly, of time spent being present, and gathering to create new rituals, real moments, and real memories that will be treasured.
Christmas as it’s meant to be. It’s what we’re all about at this time of year in Herefordshire, so come join in the merriment, ’tis the season, after all
Towns that Twinkle
Christmas lights? Tick. But Herefordshire’s charm runs much deeper. Our quirky market towns and bustling, independent high streets are filled with traditionally made treasures, pre-loved gems, and presents with a story. Trade endless scrolling for mindful strolling, cobbled streets, gently frosted vistas and warm festive hubbub. Find a forever gift that will last far beyond the season, because here in Herefordshire, we gift with meaning. This is Christmas as it’s meant to be.
With its stilted 17th-century Market House, timber-framed buildings, great independent shops and arty vibe, the market town has bags of atmosphere. Plus it’s in a particularly lovely part of the country, should a winter walk beckon
Memories worth framing
Give someone you love the excuse to print a real photo again, grab a hammer, and immortalise a Herefordshire memory on the wall. From vineyard tours to wand-making, cider sleepovers to paddle-boarding, gift an experience and make sure whatever you wrap makes it off the camera roll and into the real world. This is Christmas as it’s meant to be.
The gift of being present
Embrace the run-up to the big day in all its glory by setting new traditions, stepping out of the admin, and living in the moment. With so much happening across Herefordshire this festive season, gather those you love in these special places, leave the planning behind, and remember what the season of goodwill is really all about. This is Christmas as it’s meant to be.
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Hay Festival Winter Weekend
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Image © Adam Tatton-Reid
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Victorian Christmas Market
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The Shopkeepers Gift Guide
Who better to seek gifting inspiration from than the keepers of the keys at some of Herefordshire’s highest regarded independent stores? We’ve caught up with Phoebe from Tinsmiths, Joey from Legges and Victoria from Rossiters books in search of timeless ideas they’ll treasure for years to come. A fine place to start (and finish) your Christmas shopping. Plus you’ll be supporting small businesses to thrive in the process. That’s Christmas as it’s meant to be.
Winter Walks
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CHRISTMAS AS IT'S MEANT TO BE, IN YOUR WORLD
Tell us about your Herefordshire Christmas Memories
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We use apples for christingles, forget the oranges, this is Herefordshire
