What’s on in Herefordshire in August  

August is harvest time in Herefordshire, with combines combining and shops full of local produce! Discover what’s on in Herefordshire in August with our ‘rich harvest’ of events for all the family.

The Amp – dates throughout August 

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The Amp is The Courtyard’s (the city’s theatre) pop-up entertainment space which hosts big names for a whole month. Staged in a Big Top that seats about 1,400 people there are still tickets left for some of the acts.  

Need something to keep the kids entertained?  K-Pop all-stars promise all the bangers from this pop culture phenomenon – no I don’t know what it means either! 

Away from the K-Poppers you ‘ll find James Morrison, Simon Reeve, Bootleg Beatles, comedians Russell Howard and Chris Ramsey, Harry Redknapp and Paul Merson on footy and beyond, Elkie Brooks, ABC, Blue, Kim Wilde (above) and loads of others. 

Hereford is 35 minutes from Pearl Lake and Arrow Bank and 45 minutes from Rockbridge.  

The Amp

Brampton Bryan Scarecrow Sunday – 2^nd August  

A fascinating village in north Herefordshire which holds this annual scarecrow event as a modern-day version of the ancient village fair which was given a Royal Charter in 1252.  

As well as the scarecrows, Brampton has a ruined castle which is only open to the public on Scarecrow Sunday. It’s one of the many castles along the English/Welsh border to keep the Welsh out! 

There’s a scarecrow trail, flower festival, organ recitals in the church, a dog show as well as an all-day barbie, strawberries and cream.  

Pearl Lake and Arrow Bank are about 20 minutes from Brampton Bryan and Rockbridge about 35 minutes.  

Scarecrow Sunday 

Lakefest 5^th – 9^th August  

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Set in Eastnor Deer Park with the backdrop of stunning Eastnor Castle just outside the market town of Ledbury. Lakefest is a family friendly festival with top acts alongside award winning cuisine. Day tickets are available via their website.  

The 2026 line-up includes The Charlatans, Example, The Undertones, Harley Moon Kemp, Soul II Soul, Madness, Scouting for Girls, Bananarama, Lightning Seeds, Chesney Hawkes, and more! 

Eastnor is about a 30 minute drive from Pearl Lake and Arrow Bank and 45 minutes from Rockbridge.  

Lakefest

Artistraw Cider Tour and Tasting – 12^th August  

Experience cider that is so untampered with it’s almost walked off the apple trees and fermented itself!  

Tom and Lydia are natural cider makers so the cider they make is from apples picked by themselves and unsprayed. They don’t add anything and they don’t pasteurize. The tour is full of cider stories and folklore, in their museum orchard at Clifford near Hay-on-Wye.   

Then it’s time to taste!   

Clifford is about half an hour from Pearl Lake and Arrow Bank and 45 minutes from Rockbridge.  

Cider tour and tasting

Hereford Cathedral Medieval Feast – 14^th August 

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Kicking off a weekend of medieval shenanigans is a unique opportunity to step back in culinary and cultural time. There’s authentic entertainment from the Plantagenets Medieval Society followed by a hot buffet provided by experts in historical dining experiences. It all takes place in the stunning cathedral nave.  

Hereford is 35 minutes from Pearl Lake and Arrow and 45 minutes from Rockbridge.   

Medieval Feast 

Medieval Hereford Festival – 15^th & 16^th August  

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A first for the city which seems mad because Hereford is dripping in history! Expect battle re-enactments, medieval village life showcasing traditional crafts, performers in costumes of the age and a bit of hand-to-hand combat.  

The festival takes place in the historic Cathedral Close and iconic Church Street. Taking place over the entire weekend you can also get involved in ghost walks, horrid history walks, and the kids can try on armour. If you take part in the family medieval trail you could win £50 to spend in city centre shops!  

Hereford is 35 minutes from Pearl Lake and Arrow and 45 minutes from Rockbridge.   

Medieval Festival 

Kington Vintage Rally 15^th – 16^th August  

Just down the road from all of our Discover Parks is the border, market town of Kington. Fill your boots with classic and vintage vehicles and machines across two days including a parade through the town’s main street.  

There’s a busy display ring with various demonstrations, loads of food and drink stands and a car boot sale. With Hergest Croft Gardens just up the road, it’ll be a busy 2 days! 

Pearl Lake and Arrow Bank are a 15-minute car drive from Kington, and Rockbridge about 30 minutes.  

Kington Vintage Show

Party on the Park – 21^st– 23^rd August  

Three fun filled days of live music, great food, local drinks at Discover Park’s Pearl Lake Holiday Park on the edge of the village of Shobdon.  

You do, however, need to be a touring or self-catering guest with us during the three days to enjoy the Party! 

Meanwhile, local performers will keep the entertainment going throughout the day, including Discover Parks’ very own ukulele group, Anna and the Tonics playing non-stop floor fillers, and Jordan Au with his guitar and laid-back sounds. In addition, there’s a crafts tent to explore, and visitors can enjoy a dog show and a traditional village fete atmosphere on Sunday. What’s more, there’s something for all ages to enjoy throughout the day.  

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Self catering holidays

Touring, tenting and motorhomes

Hereford Indie Food Festival 29^th & 30^th August 

2 days of live music and lots and lots of food, right in the centre of Hereford. On the culinary side you’ll find 25 different food stalls, chefs cooking over fire and a produce market. The vibe is indie food and drink producers from the ‘shire and beyond.  

Meanwhile, musically there’s DJ sets including Craig Charles, as well as the sounds of Ibiza, the 90s and The Beatles.

It’s all based at The Yard behind Hereford’s iconic Green Dragon Hotel – what a way to see out August in Hereford.  

Hereford is 35 minutes from Pearl Lake and Arrow and 45 minutes from Rockbridge.   

Indie Food Fest

Discover Parks – your 5* Herefordshire holiday hub

Book your Herefordshire break at Discover Parks and experience the county like a local! We’re based in north Herefordshire and on the Powys border. Ideally placed for reaching all parts of the county and dipping into our neighbouring counties all within an hour’s drive.

Our self catering offering includes luxury lodges – some with hot tubs, historic country cottagers and classic caravans to help your holiday budget go further.

Bring your tourer, tent or motorhome and pitch up in our beautiful touring areas all with 5* facilities.

Clare Fischer

Editor

Clare Fischer is a Herefordshire born and based journalist who spent almost 20 years as a local radio broadcaster for BBC Hereford & Worcester. She then moved into PR for the Marine Conservation Society where she edited a bi-monthly members magazine and co-authored the book 'How to Live Plastic Free'. She's dabbled in standup comedy and did podcasts before they were cool. 

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