What's On in Hereford & Worcester

Fafunia Springy Stories

Venue: The Courtyard Hereford

Address: Edgar St, Hereford

Website: www.courtyard.org.uk/events/fafunia-springy-stories/

Inspired by Icelandic Folklore and fairy mythology, Fafunia is led by a musical cast in a beautiful interactive set. These experiences allow time for children to create and explore, enjoy a theatre show,...

There’s A Monster In My Show!

Venue: Swan Theatre

Address: The Moors, Worcester

Website: worcestertheatres.co.uk/whats-on/theres-a-monster-in-my-show

Tom Fletcher’s interactive adventures for big imaginations are leaping from page to stage, as the beloved ‘Who’s in Your Book?' series makes its debut as a brand-new musical show. A high-energy 50-minute...

Eastnor ChilliFest ’24

Venue: Eastnor Castle

Address: Castle Office, Eastnor, Nr Ledbury, Herefordshire HR8 1RL

Website: eastnorcastle.com/whats-on/eastnor-chillifest/

All things chilli to try and buy! With live music, entertainment, hot food, Children’s Cookery School, a Chilli Eating Competition and Cookery Demonstrations. Plus all of the usual attractions! 10.30am...

RHS Malvern Spring Festival

Venue: Three Counties Showground

Address: Malvern, Worcestershire

Website: www.rhsmalvern.co.uk/whats-on/festival-theme/

This year’s theme is ‘Gardening for Change’, celebrating evolution in the world of horticulture and embracing the positive impact this has on planting, people, and wellbeing. The 2024 Festival seeks...

Ludlow Spring Festival 2024

Venue: Ludlow Castle

Address: Castle Sq, Ludlow

Website: www.ludlowspringfestival.co.uk

Ludlow Spring Festival returns to Ludlow Castle with real ales, live music, comedy, and classic vehicles to enjoy over the weekend. That's not forgetting lots of local food and drink producers to discover!...

Bee Weekend at Croft Castle

Venue: Croft Castle

Address: Yarpole, near Leominster, Herefordshire

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/worcestershire-herefordshire/croft-castle-and-parkland/events/891fce53-236f-445e-90ef-04faa655447e

Visit and discover more about the wonderful world of bees, from the vital role they play in pollinating produce, to the many ways to support and protect these special insects. Find out more about how they...

The Royal Welsh Smallholding & Countryside Festival

Venue: Royal Welsh Showground

Address: Builth Wells, Mid Wales

Website: rwas.wales/smallholding-and-countryside-festival/

The weekend-long event is a showcase of the real diversity of the Welsh countryside and a fantastic day out for young families, garden enthusiasts and anyone with an interest in the great outdoors. With...

Spot's Birthday Party

Venue: Swan Theatre

Address: The Moors, Worcester

Website: worcestertheatres.co.uk/whats-on/spots-birthday-party

Spot is having a very special birthday party and you’re invited! Based on the beloved Eric Hill classic Happy Birthday Spot, this brand-new adaptation brings your favourite pup and his friends to life...

Kids Rule! at Goodrich Castle

Venue: Goodrich Castle

Address: Castle Lane, Goodrich, Ross on Wye, Herefordshire, HR9 6HY

Website: www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/whats-on/goodrich-castle-kids-rule-25-may-2-jun-24/

Visit the grounds and gardens of Goodrich Castle for hands-on activities and fresh-air family fun. 10am - 5pm. This event is included in the standard entry price. Members get free entry. Book online and...

Eastnor Steam & Vintage

Venue: Eastnor Castle

Address: Castle Office, Eastnor, Nr Ledbury, Herefordshire HR8 1RL

Website: eastnorcastle.com/whats-on/eastnor-steam-vintage/

Enjoy a nostalgic day out at Eastnor Castle with an impressive line up of steam engines, vintage cars, giant garden games, vintage carousel, model steam engine rides, chair swings, nostalgic dance workshops...

Milkshake! Live

Venue: Forum Theatre, Malvern Theatre

Address: Grange Rd, Great Malvern, Malvern

Website: www.malvern-theatres.co.uk/whats-on/milkshake-live-3/

Milkshake! Live is back with a brand-new show! Pack your bags and jump aboard the Milkshake! train as you go on an all-singing, all-dancing holiday together! It’s a family show not to be missed!

The Three Little Pigs

Venue: Swan Theatre

Address: The Moors, Worcester

Website: worcestertheatres.co.uk/whats-on/three-little-pigs

Join Patrick, Pinky and Penelope as they trot out of mom’s house and into the big world. Packed full of playful songs and passionate pigs, this intimate introduction to theatre in the Swan Studio is...

Dinosaur Adventure Live - Trouble on Volcano Island

Venue: Palace Theatre, Redditch

Address: Alcester Street, Redditch, Worcestershire, B98 8AE

Website: www.redditchpalacetheatre.co.uk/whats-on/all-shows/dinosaur-adventure-live-trouble-on-volcano-island

Join the brave Rangers for another action-packed Dinosaur Adventure in the all new and exciting show. When the island's ancient volcano becomes active, it spells danger for everyone – including the dinosaurs!...

Cooking on the Woodland Camp Fire

Venue: Queenswood Country Park

Address: Dinmore Hill, Leominster

Website: www.eatsleepliveherefordshire.co.uk/event-pro/cooking-on-the-woodland-camp-fire/

Enjoy an outdoor cooking session around a camp fire in this beautiful woodland setting. Learn the technique of outdoor fire lighting and create a delicious lunch with your family. The experienced Wild...

Pop Princesses

Venue: Palace Theatre, Redditch

Address: Alcester Street, Redditch, Worcestershire

Website: www.redditchpalacetheatre.co.uk/whats-on/all-shows/pop-princesses

A magical show where beautiful princesses become pop stars! Featuring a soundtrack of top pop hits from artists such as Little Mix, Ariana Grande, Taylor Swift, Meghan Trainor and Miley Cyrus, plus songs...

Rude Science

Venue: Forum Theatre, Malvern Theatre

Address: Grange Rd, Great Malvern, Malvern

Website: www.malvern-theatres.co.uk/whats-on/rude-science/

Brace yourselves for BBC Gastronaut Stefan Gates’ revolutionary, high-tech, highly-explosive new show, packed with outrageous science stunts. The show transforms complex biology, physics and chemistry...

Rapunzel

Venue: Swan Theatre

Address: The Moors, Worcester

Website: worcestertheatres.co.uk/whats-on/rapunzel

Scott Ritchie Productions proudly presents this exciting and fun musical adventure. With a wicked witch, a feisty heroine, a tap dancing horse and a host of adventures, Rapunzel promises to be a vibrant...

Taylor Swift Tribute: The Eras Experience

Venue: Swan Theatre

Address: The Moors, Worcester

Website: worcestertheatres.co.uk/whats-on/taylor-swift-tribute-the-eras-experience

Step into the unparalleled world of Taylor Swift in this electrifying show featuring the incredible artist: Xenna. The Taylor Swift Tribute is a celebration of the iconic pop sensation's music, style,...

Children's Art Sessions with Olivia Mabey

Venue: Queenswood Country Park and Arboretum

Address: Dinmore Hill, Herefordshire

Website: www.herefordshirewt.org/events/2024-06-02-childrens-art-sessions-olivia-mabey

A peaceful family event in the heart of the forest. All ages are welcome to this drop-in art session being held in their lovely yurt, with Olivia Mabey of Creative Minds Herefordshire. Tickets are £3...

Family Fun Day

Venue: Eastnor Castle

Address: Castle Office, Eastnor, Nr Ledbury, Herefordshire HR8 1RL

Website: eastnorcastle.com/whats-on/

Head along for family fun with garden games and a zip-wire on the Valley Lawn! Max weight 20 stone (127kg). Min height 3 foot 6 (1.07m). Tickets can be booked online.

Laura Gale Drama Present: Roald Dahl’s Charlie & The Chocolate Factory

Venue: The Courtyard Hereford

Address: Edgar St, Hereford, HR4 9JR

Website: www.courtyard.org.uk/events/roald-dahls-charlie-the-chocolate-factory/

Laura Gale Drama’s senior cast return with Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, based on the beloved novel by Roald Dahl. Journey with young Charlie Bucket and four other golden ticket winners as they...

Hellens Garden Festival 2024

Website: www.hellensgardenfestival.co.uk

A summer festival of the sustainable and the eclectic, crafted and grown, held in the glorious gardens and grounds of Hellens Manor in Herefordshire. For people, plants and the planet… Our...

Charlie Cook’s Favourite Book

Venue: Swan Theatre

Address: The Moors, Worcester

Website: worcestertheatres.co.uk/whats-on/charlie-cooks-favourite-book

Charlie loves reading. Especially books about pirates. But his sister hates it - it’s boring! Can Charlie convince her that reading is fun? Delve into a range of books with Charlie Cook, brought to life...

Royal Three Counties Show

Venue: Three Counties Showground

Address: Malvern, Worcestershire

Website: www.royalthreecounties.co.uk

Royal Three Counties Show returns for a spectacular weekend of family fun this June! There is always lots to do and see for families including getting your hands dirty at the potato patch, Adventure Avenue,...

Horrible Histories – Rotten Royals

Venue: The Courtyard Hereford

Address: Edgar Street, Hereford

Website: www.courtyard.org.uk/events/horrible-histories-rotten-royals/

Horrible Histories is back in 2024 with revolting rulers and mad monarchs from Britain’s barmy past! Can evil Elizabeth entertain England? Will you be hanged by King James for being a witch? It’s history...

Midsummer Fun Day

Venue: Eastnor Castle

Address: Castle Office, Eastnor, Nr Ledbury, Herefordshire

Website: eastnorcastle.com/whats-on/

Visit with friends and family for Midsummer fun with local suppliers and games aplenty! Tickets can be booked online through the website.

Great Malvern Food Festival

Venue: Priory Park, Malvern

Website: www.eatsleepliveherefordshire.co.uk/event-pro/great-malvern-food-festival/

This incredible free food festival features food and drink stalls from local producers, Cooking Demonstrations and music and entertainment to enjoy with family and friends!

Arrow Valley Country Park

Venue: Arrow Valley Country Park

Address: Battens Dr, Redditch, B98 0LJ

Website: www.visitworcestershire.org/business-directory/arrow-valley-country-park

With 900 acres and a visitor centre, cafe and gift shop, this is a lovely day out to enjoy the sunshine with your family! Explore the various landmarks along their exciting lakeside trails or have a go...

Cinemaniacs

Venue: Redditch Library

Address: 15 Market Place, Redditch, B98 8AR

Website: www.worcestershire.gov.uk/event/cinemaniacs

If you love a family trip to the cinema, why not come along to Cinemaniacs at Redditch Library? Free entry to a different children's movie each week. Popcorn and a drink on offer for a small donation of...

Duel Club

Venue: Redditch Library

Address: 15 Market Place, Redditch, B98 8AR

Website: www.worcestershire.gov.uk/event/duel-club

Bring your deck along with you and play Magic: The Gathering, Yu-Gi-Oh! or Pokémon with other enthusiastic players! 2:30pm to 4:30pm. £1. Pay at library on arrival.

English Conversation Connect Cafe

Venue: Redditch Library

Address: 15 Market Place, Redditch, B98 8AR

Website: www.worcestershire.gov.uk/event/english-conversation-connect-cafe

Practise your English for free in a welcoming and casual group. No formal teaching, exams or homework. Suitable for ages 5+. Refreshments available for £1, free to attend. Weekly every Wednesday, 2:30pm...

Family activities – Animal Antics!

Venue: Worcester City Art Gallery and Museum

Address: Foregate Street, Worcester, WR1 1DT

Website: www.museumsworcestershire.org.uk/events/family-activities-animal-antics/

Test your safari skills and go wild looking for fabulous famous animals on this grrreat trail! Look out for Shaun the Sheep or Peppa Pig hidden around the museum… pop into the shop to pick up a trail...

Hay Market

Venue: Memorial Square

Address: Memorial Square, Hay on Wye, Hereford, HR3 5AE

Website: www.eatsleepliveherefordshire.co.uk/event-pro/hay-market/

Hay Market Day is a vibrant local market held in the centre of Hay-on-Wye every Thursday, 9am - 2:30pm. With forty independent traders bringing fantastic local and seasonal produce, fresh fish, meat and...

Hellens Produce Market

Venue: Hellens, Much Marcle

Address: Hellens, Much Marcle, Ledbury, Herefordshire, HR8 2LY

Website: hellensmanor.com/hellens-produce-market/

Held every first Saturday of the month in the beautiful grounds of Hellens Manor, this is a wonderful market. Head along to experience the buzz of Market Day and support local producers whilst stocking...

Hereford Cathedral Toddler Group

Venue: Hereford Cathedral

Address: Hereford HR1 2NG

Website: www.eatsleepliveherefordshire.co.uk/event-pro/hereford-cathedral-toddler-group/

Calling all toddlers and their grown ups! Play and pray. Listen to a Bible story, take part in a craft activity, or pop along to meet other families. Make new friends and discover the cathedral. Free to...

Leominster Market

Venue: Corn Square

Address: Corn Square, Leominster, HR6 8LR

Website: www.leominstertowncouncil.gov.uk/markets-and-events/

Pop by to browse the variety of stalls available each week, including fruit and vegetables, fresh fish, flowers and plants, bread, cheese, meat and pies, clothing, pet supplies and homewears. Takes place...

Life of an Apple Trail

Venue: Croft Castle

Address: Yarpole, near Leominster, Herefordshire, HR6 9PW

Website: guide2.co.uk/herefordshire/whats-on-in-herefordshire/croft-castle-events-2/

The orchard in the walled garden is home to a variety of traditional and rare apple trees. This May half term, follow the trail around the gardens and explore the life of an apple, from seed to fruit,...

Tabletop Club

Venue: Evesham Library

Address: Oat Street, Evesham, WR11 4PJ

Website: www.worcestershire.gov.uk/event/tabletop-club-1

Tabletop club allows anyone to play card and board games together. They have a selection of board games and cards that you are welcome to play with. Join in, bring a friend or make some new ones! 10am...

Toytime

Venue: Broadway Library

Address: Broadway, WR12 7DZ

Website: www.worcestershire.gov.uk/event/toytime

Social session for parents. Suitable for pre-school, children's activity. Free of charge. 11am to 12:00pm, weekly every Friday.

Worcester Woods Country Park

Venue: Worcester Woods Country Park

Address: Worcester Woods Country Park, Wildwood Drive, Worcester, WR5 2LG

Website: www.worcestershire.gov.uk/directory-record/worcester-woods-country-park

A very popular site with two nature reserves, a huge open field, a busy Countryside Centre with cafe facilities, and an adventure play area. Whether you fancy visiting the birds, swings, some coffee, looking...

Wyre Forest

Venue: Wyre Forest

Address: Long Bank DY14 9XQ

Website: www.forestryengland.uk/wyre-forest

Whether you're looking to escape the hustle and bustle of daily life, or you fancy taking on something more challenging and adventurous, Wyre Forest has something for everyone. Explore the marked paths...