A bold new chapter for live entertainment in Herefordshire.
The Courtyard Hereford is set to be ‘amplified’ next summer with the launch of a brand-new large-scale live performance venue – The Amp.
Located on The Courtyard’s site in a purpose-built Big Top tent, The Amp will seat around 1,400 people, making it Herefordshire’s largest live performance space. The new venue, which will be open for the month of August, will allow The Courtyard to host higher-profile acts and events – bringing national touring artists and bolder experiences right to the heart of Hereford.
The Amp represents an exciting expansion for The Courtyard, which has built a reputation as a leading regional arts centre, blending creativity, community and culture. The project aims to attract new audiences, grow tourism, and enhance Herefordshire’s profile as a destination for world-class live entertainment.
“This is a groundbreaking step for The Courtyard and for Herefordshire,” said Ian Archer, Chief Executive and Artist Director at The Courtyard. “We’ve always been ambitious about the arts, and The Amp allows us to think bigger, programming the kind of major artists and events that our audiences usually have to travel miles to see.”
The Amp will be located in The Courtyard’s current car park, transforming the space into a vibrant hub for summer events.
The Courtyard’s cinema, gallery, workshops and education work, will continue as usual, with The Amp serving as a dynamic seasonal extension of the venue’s creative vision.
A full line-up of performances will be announced later this month, but audiences can expect a mix of live music, comedy, and family entertainment.
“The Amp isn’t just about bigger shows,” added Ian Archer. “It’s about amplifying everything The Courtyard stands for – creativity, culture, community and connection – on a whole new scale.”
The first announcements and tickets will go on sale from late November, with more details to follow in early 2026.