Over 25 Years of Car Leasing in Herefordshire

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Did You Know?

Herefordshire is a county in the West Midlands of England, governed by Herefordshire Council. It borders Shropshire to the north, Worcestershire to the east, Gloucestershire to the south-east, and the Welsh counties of Monmouthshire and Powys to the west.

Hollywod director, Emmy-winning co-creator, voice over star and puppeteer in a raft of Muppet productions, as well as the creator and voice behind Yoda in the Star Wars trilogy, Frank Oz, was born in Herefordshire in 1944.

Catherine Cookson found her writing mojo in Herefordshire. The world-renowned author spent some time in a psychiatric hospital just outside Hereford in 1950, and found the inspiration for her first novel Kate Hanagan.

The county hosts the annual Bromyard Folk Festival, celebrating traditional music and dance.

Catherine Cookson found her writing mojo in Hereford. The world-renowned author spent some time in a psychiatric hospital just outside Hereford in 1950, and found the inspiration for her first novel Kate Hanagan

Jesus Christ Superstar was born in here – Creators Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber - battling out for that illusive hit were holed up in a small county hotel during the late 60s where they thrashed out the main body of what would become one of the most famous rock operas in history.

The "Black Mountains" on the border with Wales offer fantastic hiking opportunities and breathtaking views.

It was once home to one of the highest-paid Hollywood Stars in History. Madeleine Carroll. Crowned the Queen of British Cinema, she conquered Hollywood and in 1938 she grossed $250,000 – equivalent to $4,045,989.58 in today’s money.

The River Wye, which at 135 miles (217 km) is the fifth-longest in the United Kingdom, enters the county after briefly being its border with Powys. It flows through both Herefordshire and Ross-on-Wye before returning to Wales.

The county is often referred to as the "Land of Orchards" due to its extensive apple and pear orchards.

The county is home to stunning historic market towns like Hereford, Leominster, and Ross-on-Wye.

Early Television pioneer and star of What's My Line, Gilbert Harding was born in Herefordshire. A journalist, disc jockey and broadcaster had risen from humble beginnings - his mother and father at one point were the master and mistress of the Hereford workhouse.

The downfall of Hitler's dreaded doodlebug weapon which struck terror in the hearts of those living in British cities during World War Two,  was due in part to a device created by a Herefordshire-based scientist.

Herefordshire has a rich culinary heritage that dates back centuries. It's particularly famous for cider, with an entire museum dedicated to the beverage. Explore the full flavour of the food and drinks offering that the city and county has to offer right here.