The Christmas holidays are just around the corner, and the best part is that eligible families can book onto the Here for Herefordshire Holidays programme! Children and young people (aged 5 to 16) who receive benefits-related free school meals can book up to 4 free activity sessions to enjoy. There […]

As the colder months settle in, it’s essential to take steps to protect your health and wellbeing. Here are some practical tips to help you and your loved ones stay well this winter. Firstly, it is important to protect your health by staying up to date with NHS vaccines like flu, COVID-19, […]

Herefordshire residents can now access an expanded healthcare service at a number of community pharmacies as part of NHS Pharmacy First service. Pharmacies are often open for long hours and accessible to everybody. Highly trained pharmacists can now assess, treat, and where appropriate, supply NHS medicines for a range of […]

This winter, Herefordshire Libraries are hosting free BookTrust Storytime sessions for children aged 0-5 years. Enjoy enchanting stories and lively activities featuring books specially chosen by BookTrust, blending beloved classics with exciting new tales. These events are happening across libraries in Hereford, Leominster, Ledbury and Ross, with no booking required—just […]

Psst! There’s an exciting new project on the horizon kicking off in 2025. In January the Expression of interest stage will launch for a new capital grants scheme, which aims to support projects to make positive changes within communities across Herefordshire. The funding scheme will support organisations to transform or […]

As the festive season approaches, it’s the perfect time to get out, connect, and enjoy what your community has to offer. Whether you’re looking for creative workshops, social meetups, wellbeing walks or family-friendly fun, there’s something for everyone. Take a break from the winter chill, discover new experiences, make friends, […]

As you’re aware we have experienced a weekend of severe weather across Herefordshire, which has impacted on our local communities. The National Grid has informed us that there is approximately 180 homes in the county still without power, which they are working to resolve as a priority. Western Power Distribution […]

The Healthy Lifestyle team at Talk Community have teamed up with the Ramblers to offer wellbeing walks across Herefordshire. The walks are organised by trained volunteer walk leaders and are both free and friendly (sounds good). The short walks are not only a great way to stay fit and healthy, […]

Do you know someone of State Pension Age (66 or above) on a low income who would welcome extra money and support with heating costs this winter? This could be your customers, service users, a parent, grandparent, friend or neighbour. Pension Credit is worth, on average, over £4,000 per year, […]

There are gems out there which can support with the rising cost of living, and Healthy Start is one of those.  Healthy Start is a national scheme which aims to support healthy nutrition for children and pregnant women. The scheme provides eligible families with a Healthy Start Card with money […]