Member Events

Lynhales Hall Nursing Home is delighted to invite you to their Spring Celebration.

Join us from 11:00AM, for a delightful afternoon filled with fun, community spirit, and engaging activities.

There will be animals visiting from Pentre Farm, gardening sessions to enjoy and Easter craft activities to get creative with. We are also excited to be fundraising for and supporting the Severn Freewheelers EVS charity.

Kindly RSVP ahead of attending:
T: 01544 340 238
E: [email protected]
A: Lyonshall, Kington, HR5 3LN

We look forward to celebrating spring with you!

Kington Court Nursing Home is delighted to invite you to their Spring Celebration!

Join us from 2:30PM, at our charity fashion show, where we will be sporting our finest looks, accompanied by a raffle and an Easter bake sale, all to raise money for The Lion Cafe and Hub.

We warmly welcome family, friends, and members of the local community to celebrate the season with us.

Kindly RSVP ahead of attending:
T: 01544 232 333
E: [email protected]
A: Victoria Road, Kington, HR5 3BX

We look forward to celebrating Spring with you!

Climb a Mountain and get Business Coaching!

Walking in the Black Mountains – explore new opportunities for your business or organisation from a new perspective

Date: Friday 25th April
Time: 9:30am to 4pm (approx)
Location: Black Mountains

This workshop is being delivered by Mountain Perspective on behalf of the Herefordshire Growth Hub.

We all know taking time away from the office is important. However, climbing a Mountain is a ‘Game Changer’ seeing your business from a different perspective can be transformative for your focus, sales and strategy!

The mountain day will take you through a unique coaching model as you ascend, summit and descend, giving you a new vision of your business.

We have arranged transportation so pick up will be at the Shell Store, Rotherwas, HR2 6SR at 9.30am and we will return you to the Shell Store at approximately 4pm.

This workshop is fully funded by Herefordshire Growth Hub and is open to Herefordshire based businesses, professionals and entrepreneurs.

Canva is a fantastic tool for anyone, regardless of design experience, to create stunning visuals for presentations, social media, marketing materials, and more. Even if you’re brand new to the world of design, you can easily create professional-looking graphics with Canva’s intuitive interface and vast library of resources. Canva is a game-changer for small businesses, offering an intuitive design platform packed with features to elevate your brand identity and marketing efforts.

This workshop is designed to give you a basic understanding of Canva and how to use it to create your own designs.

By the end of the workshop, you will be able to:

Create a free Canva account
Find and use templates and elements
Add text, images, and shapes to your designs
Edit and format your designs
Save and share your designs
The Workshop is aimed at complete beginners with delegates encouraged to bring their own laptops as they will have the opportunity to go through various processes to create a useable design.

Workshop Format

The workshop will offer a dynamic and interactive learning experience through a mix of presentations, group discussions, and hands-on exercises. The experienced facilitators from Herefordshire Means Business will guide participants through real-life scenarios and best practices for growth planning with confidence.

Thinking of attending?

This workshop is intended for any entrepreneurs, business owners (small and large), executives, and organisational leaders in Herefordshire area seeking tools to face the future with confidence and sustainable growth.

To get the full benefit of the workshop please bring your laptop along on the day!

This workshop is fully funded by Herefordshire Growth Hub and is open to Herefordshire based businesses, professionals and entrepreneurs

Ready to finally make LinkedIn work for your business, without the tech overwhelm?

This free, practical webinar is designed for busy business owners who want to boost their LinkedIn presence and start winning new business, fast. If you’ve ever felt LinkedIn is too corporate, too complicated, or just not for you, this session will change your mind!

What We’ll Cover:

Profile Foundations

The “first impression” essentials:
A professional photo that makes you recognisable
A compelling headline that goes beyond your job title
A custom LinkedIn URL (a quick but important win)
A background banner that tells your story
Your LinkedIn Story

How to craft an About section that hooks readers from the first sentence
Quick-Win Engagement

Simple ways to engage with your ideal clients’ content
Easy strategies for connecting with the right people
Action Planning & Implementation

Hands-on time to make immediate improvements to your profile
How This Webinar Differs
Unlike my full-day Zero to Hero workshop, this session is all about the most impactful “quick wins” you can implement straight away. Think of it as the first phase of your LinkedIn journey, we’re getting the party started with the essential basics!

Why Join Me?

Expert-Led Training: Learn from a seasoned LinkedIn® professional who’s helped hundreds of business owners shine online
Hands-On Experience: Apply what you learn in real time with guided exercises
Proven Results: Join the ranks of professionals who have transformed their LinkedIn® presence
Webinar Details

Date: Wednesday 30th April
Time: 1:00pm–2:00pm
Format: Interactive Zoom session with practical exercises
Cost: Free
Limited Spots Available: Secure your place today and take the first step towards LinkedIn® mastery!
Who’s it for?
Business owners and leaders who want practical, implementable LinkedIn strategies, no jargon, no overwhelm, just results.

Ready to get your LinkedIn disco ball spinning?
Click “Register” to save your spot and join the party!

Workshop Facilitator
I’m Esther Partridge-Warner, author of ‘A to Z of LinkedIn for Business Owners and Business Leaders’ and specialist LinkedIn coach for time-poor entrepreneurs. I’ve been where you are – running my own business while trying to figure out how to use LinkedIn effectively without it consuming all my time.

After helping hundreds of business owners transform their LinkedIn presence from invisible to influential, I’ve developed a simple, jargon-free approach that works especially well for business owners who consider themselves “technophobes” or who “hate social media.”

I believe running your own business is isolating enough without having to navigate LinkedIn alone. That’s why I focus on creating a supportive, no-judgment zone where entrepreneurs can learn practical LinkedIn skills in a way that actually makes sense (and might even be fun!).

The Band of the Mercian Regiment, directed by Maj Ian Johnson

The Oakville Singers, Musical Director Ivan Oliver, Accompanist John Wilderspin.

From 7.30pm 

For your reservations please contact: [email protected] or [email protected] 

This presentation will cover:

· What is Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) and how does the technology behind it work?

· What are man-in-the-middle attacks, and how can QKD be used to fight against them?

· Is QKD a viable solution for businesses today, or is it still confined to research labs?

Doors open at 6:30pm for a 7:00pm start.

All are welcome.

Refreshments provided.

Birmingham University Officers’ Training Corps will be delivering an employer engagement event ‘Exercise Executive Leader’ to medium/large employers within the West Midlands area. It is scheduled to take place on Tuesday 13th May at Venning Barracks in Telford from 0900-1630.

Despite the title ‘Executive Leader’ which suggests senior leadership team level, this event is aimed at the junior to middle managerial level and aims to show how the Army ‘does’ Leadership. Participants will receive some leadership theory, conduct an exercise in strategic planning, then apply the leadership theory to a series of command tasks. Lunch will also be available. Spaces are limited. Is this something that your business would be interested in taking advantage of?

To register attendance, please email [email protected] by Fri 02 May 2025. These events often get booked up quickly and so we would advise you to book your place(s) ASAP.

Join HM Lord-Lieutenant Edward Harley CBE and previous Herefordshire winners and find out about the application process and what it means to receive the highest accolade for UK business

This free to attend event is open to all, and is kindly sponsored by Newton Court Cider and the Shell Store

Hereford river Carnival 2025. 16th & 17th May

Hereford River Carnival is Hereford’s largest free community event and since 2014 has brought thousands of people together in celebration around the River Wye.

The event has regularly seen over 10,000+ attenders across the street carnival, river procession and the main event site on Bishops Meadow. It is a platform which provides opportunities for local groups, organisations, local independent businesses, artists, musicians & performers to shine.

Take part in a unique experience in May 2025 and climb 3,560ft of Mount Snowdon to raise vital funds for Primrose Hospice and Family Support Centre.

Our participants take part in this event for variety of heartfelt reasons, creating a wonderful community of supporters walking to benefit their local hospice. Whether you’re walking in memory of a loved one, giving back to Primrose, or teaming up with colleagues to achieve a bucket list goal, climbing Snowdon at Sunrise is the perfect challenge.

For those with moderate fitness, climbing Snowdon is well within reach. Despite being one of the highest mountains in the UK and the tallest in Wales, Snowdon is known for being novice-friendly.

Date: 18th May 2025 (meet time approx 2am)

Distance: 9 miles(14.5km) there and back

Ascent: 3,199 feet – 975 metres

Time: It takes around 6 hours (There & back)

Grade: Medium

Path: Llanberis Path

The cost for this event per person is £75.00

This includes a Breakfast Bap & Hot Drink following the walk.

This workshop is designed for business owners who aren’t sure where to start when it comes to creating a content strategy. We’ll cover:

o What a content strategy is
o Why you need a content strategy
o Identifying your audience
o Content planning
o Creating engaging content
o Using AI for content Creation
o Promoting your messaging
o Tracking results

From website content to social media, we’ve got you covered!

This workshop is being delivered by Out of the Cage on behalf of the Herefordshire Growth Hub.

This workshop is fully funded by Herefordshire Growth Hub and is open to Herefordshire based businesses, professionals and entrepreneurs.

Golf Day 

Live Professional Boxing Show – Birmingham Airport Holiday Inn

Get ready for an unforgettable night of adrenaline-fueled action at one of the Midlands’ top venues! Join us at the Holiday Inn Birmingham Airport for a thrilling evening showcasing some of the best up-and-coming boxing talent from across the region.

Whether you’re a hardcore fight fan or just looking for a knockout night out, this is an event you won’t want to miss.

Ticket Options:

Ringside Tables of 10 – Enjoy the action up close with premium seating and a delicious 2-course meal included.

Standard Tickets – Great views and an electric atmosphere at excellent value.

Expect an action-packed card featuring rising stars, explosive bouts, and a vibrant crowd, all in a stylish setting just minutes from Birmingham Airport.

Venue: Holiday Inn Birmingham Airport
Date: Saturday 7th June
Doors Open 18:30 Food Served 19:30 First Bell 20:00

Secure your spot now for an unforgettable evening of top-tier professional boxing! 20% of Commission earned on tickets sales by Liam will be donated to the Hereford Veterans Support Centre

50% off trade stands for businesses

Does your business have a product or service to sell to the 90,000 people who attend the Royal Three Counties Show?

This year it is the county of Herefordshire’s turn to host this exciting event that celebrates the very best of British food, farming and country living.

Herefordshire Council is the proud sponsor of an exclusive marquee, dedicated to Herefordshire businesses. The marquee will provide space for sixteen Herefordshire businesses, for all three days at this year’s show. The trade stands, which are available in 2m x 2m units, are subsidised by 50%, and priced at only £180 +VAT for qualifying businesses. This is equivalent to just £60 a day!Space is limited to sixteen stands, so don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to expand your customer base and showcase your products and services to over 90,000 people!

Applications will be considered on a first-come, first-served basis but suitability for the show will be taken into account.

Date:  13th -15th June 2025
Venue:  Royal Three Counties Show, The Showground, Malvern, WR13 6NW
Discounted price:  2m x 2m trade stand £180 +VAT

How to book:
Online booking form HERE
Trade stand enquiries HERE

We’re thrilled to announce the return of our Annual Charity Golf Day on Tuesday 17th June at Bransford Golf Club, a Florida–style golf course designed to challenge golfers of all levels.

The day is held in aid of Midlands Air Ambulance, a charity we’ve proudly supported for well over two decades. Since 1991, MAAC has responded to more than 76,000 missions, making them one of the busiest air ambulance services in the UK. Despite their lifesaving work, they receive no Government or National Lottery funding. With £16 million needed annually to keep their three aircraft operational, fundraising events like these are absolutely vital. Last year we raised £6,500, can we beat that this year?

We welcome individuals and teams of four to take part for just £85 per person. This cost also covers breakfast, an evening meal and a charitable donation. No matter your golfing ability, you’re invited to swing into action for a great cause!

What’s in store?

Kickstart the day with bacon rolls and hot drinks, while enjoying the chance to network with fellow golfers.

Tee off for an exciting 18-hole Stableford competition on a fantastic course.

Round off the day with a drink and hot dinner at The Fox Inn, Bransford.

Take part in our raffle and silent auction for a chance to win some incredible prizes!

This is more than just a day of golf – it’s an opportunity to connect, compete, and contribute to a truly life-changing cause.

We’d love to have you with us – sign up today and help keep this incredible charity flying high!

Use the link or email [email protected] to book on.

We are hosting the first Midlands Air Ambulance Charity Business Ambassadors Quiz on Thursday 19 June 2025 at Worcestershire County Cricket Club

An evening of fundraising, networking, and a bit of friendly competition — all set against the beautiful backdrop of New Road. The quiz is in very safe hands (don’t worry, I’m not writing the questions!) as we’ve seasoned professionals taking on that responsibility.

Arrival at 6pm for food with the quiz commences at 7pm sharp. It will consist of 8 rounds with a short mid-way break and finishing at 10.30pm

Teams of 4 – £80 (team size 4 – however you can enter multiple teams)

There will be the chance to sponsor a round, enter a charity raffle and show off your quizzing prowess – all in aid of a fantastic cause.

All proceeds will be donated to the Midlands Air Ambulance.

The workshop will explore:

· What is neurodiversity?

· What does a neurodiversity affirming workplace look like?

· Strategies to implement in your workplace that promote neurodiversity affirming practice.

The workshop is followed by a drop in clinic. Come along and chat all things neurodiversity related. Bring along questions or just come along to find out more about:

· Dyslexia

· Autism

· ADHD

· Dyscalculia

· Dyspraxia

· Access to Work

· Specialist assessment

· Training needs in your business

Transform your brand with professional food photography that brings your artisan creations to life. In just 2 hours, you’ll walk away with stunning, high-quality images that perfectly capture the premium nature of your products—images that help you charge more for your makes and bakes, and ultimately sell more.

Want to see your bakes socked in an Artisan Farm shop and high end café? You need premium visuals to attract premium prices- and a Pop Up Food shoot will give you the mouth-watering images to make it happen.

What do you get?

Pre shoot zoom to see what you need.

Mood Board to check the mood and feel of your shoot.

2 hours Food Photography and Styling session at a Lovely Worcestershire location ( Wr2 Postcode)

Set of Professional High end images

Images retouched and delivered within 7 days ready for you to use

Only £295

Link here to book https://www.helenyandellphotography.com/now-page-copy/

Our Annual Charity Ball is a very special event, giving us an opportunity to celebrate the wonderful people who support our charity, whilst raising money and awareness, so that we can continue to support families who are experiencing the loss of a child.

The ball brings together an incredible community of people, treating them to a night of fun and frivolity. Taking place at Worcestershire County Cricket Ground in Worcester, the evening will kick off with welcome drinks, games and mingling, followed by a delicious dinner, awards presentation and live entertainment.

Our live and silent auctions and premium raffle help to raise vital funds which enable us to provide funding to families who have lost children, so that they can access beautiful, bespoke, memorial headstones and ensure that they always have a place to remember their child.

The perfect opportunity for a summer social, come along and network with other local businesses and people of influence, whilst enjoying a night your team will want to repeat year after year!

If you run a small business or charity then our in-person HR Clinics are the perfect opportunity to get FREE expert advice and guidance on all things HR.

Based in Hereford, our Director Lorna has extensive experience covering a broad range of strategic and operational HR issues, so is well-placed to offer practical HR solutions for your organisation. Whether you just need a safe space to talk through your people plans or you have a burning HR question, we’ll be pleased to help you.

Here’s just a flavour of topics we can help with:

– Recruitment and selection
– Employment contracts
– Sickness absence
– Disciplinary and grievance
– Managing change
– HR policies and procedures
– Disability and reasonable adjustments

You can’t beat that personal, human touch so book your 30 minute slot now, mark your calendar, and we’ll look forward to meeting you!

Thursday 24 – Saturday 26 July

In this electrifying stage adaptation of George Orwell’s Animal Farm, The Courtyard’s Senior Youth Theatre expose the brutal mechanics of power and revolution.

When the animals of Manor Farm overthrow their oppressive owner, they dream of a life of freedom. Little do they know that the pursuit of equality often breeds new forms of tyranny. As the pigs gradually assume leadership, their revolutionary ideals slowly corrupt. Led by the cunning Napoleon, they manipulate language, rewrite history, and betray the revolution’s original principles.

Through razor-sharp performances, this next generation of young talent will go on a gripping exploration of power, corruption and the fragility of hope.

Animal Farm speaks to the heart of today’s world, where promises of change can quickly turn into a cycle of manipulation and control.

A daring, thought-provoking modern retelling that will leave you questioning who holds the reins in a society that claims to be free…

Acorns Children’s Hospice are delighted to return as the Official Charity Partner for Worcester City Runs 2025, taking place on a traffic free, picturesque course through the heart of Worcester!

Join #TeamAcorns in 2025 for the Worcester City Runs. Come and support your local children’s hospice and be part of 5,000 runners taking part in this weekend of celebrations!

There is so much to get involved in from a 10k to a Half Marathon, not forgetting the Paula Radcliffe’s Families on Track fitness challenge. Bring the whole family, your friends or just yourself with a target time!

By joining #TeamAcorns with our FREE charity places, and you’ll be raising vital funds to support life limited and life threatened babies, children, and young people across the West Midlands.

You’ll also receive an Acorns running vest, a finishers’ T-shirt, bespoke support from our specialist events team to help with your training and fundraising, a fundraising pack with ideas to help you meet your fundraising target, a unique themed medal and a post race goody bag!

Race with #TeamAcorns today!

Courtyard Productions Present
Wuthering Heights
By Emily Bronte
Directed by David Durant

Thursday 2 – Saturday 4 October

Love turns savage on the Yorkshire moors.

Passion, obsession, and revenge collide in this fierce new staging of Emily Brontë’s masterpiece. Watch as Heathcliff and Cathy’s devastating love story ignites the stage, brought to life by a unique ensemble of professional actors performing alongside the brightest talents from our local community and Youth Theatre.

When a mysterious orphan boy is taken in by the Earnshaw family, no one could predict how his intense connection with young Cathy would unleash decades of passion, betrayal, and vengeance. Their destructive love affair haunts two generations, poisoning everyone it touches. As storms rage across the moors, dark secrets surface, and long-buried emotions explode into life.

This daring new production cuts straight to the heart of Brontë’s gothic masterpiece, revealing its raw power. Our exceptional cast blends seasoned professionals with fresh local talent to create something truly unique – a Wuthering Heights for today’s audience that captures all the wild spirit of the original.

Some loves burn too hot to survive. Some stories refuse to die.

Join us for a theatrical storm you won’t forget.

Age guidance: Recommended 11+ (some violent moments and scenes of alcohol abuse)