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To take in some local history the Bromyard and Districts Local History Society is on hand to help, formed in 1966 and still active, it has a library, archive and exhibition space which is open three days a week. Explore the nearby traditional villages, or call into Brockhampton Estate, a stunning National Trust property on the doorstep.
For a great family day out a trip the Hop Pocket Shopping Village only a few miles away is a must. This 5.5 acre site hosts over 15 independent retailers from cookware to clothing, toys to antiques, furniture to food and drink. Along side their lovely garden centre sits a large childrens’ play area, extensive café and restaurant, and huge craft and gift emporium. Finish off with a little heritage in their interesting ‘Year of the Hop’ museum. What a lovely day out.
The town itself is a flow of small independent shops and businesses and you’ll feel a real community spirit. Not to be
held back in winter, Christmas is a time when everyone comes together again to stage the switching on of the Christmas lights; an event lasting throughout the day with childrens’ activities and shop window competitions leading up to Santa’s sleigh arrival and the countdown to the lights. The party never stops in Bromyard!
forthcoming events
Bromyard Festival of Speed
Bromyard, April
bromyardspeedfestival.co.uk
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Bromyard Scarecrow Festival
Bromyard, June
bromyard.info
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Bromyard Gala - Countryside Show & Steam Rally
The Burgess Farm, Avenbury July
bromyardgala.org.uk
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Nozstock Music Festival
Bromyard, July
nozstock.com
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Bromyard Folk Festival
Bromyard, September
bromyardfolkfestival.co.uk
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Bromyard Christmas Lights
Bromyard, November
bromyardchristmaslights.co.uk
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