Medieval Hereford Festival

We are excited to welcome you to Hereford Cathedral’s first Medieval Festival, in collaboration with the Hereford City BID.

Saturday 15 & Sunday 16 August 2026 in the Cathedral Close & High Town

The first Medieval Hereford Festival event will feature thrilling battle re-enactments, where armoured warriors clash in dramatic displays of medieval combat, alongside a fully interactive “living village” showcasing traditional crafts, trades and daily life from centuries past. Visitors will also be able to step back in time with period entertainment, costumed performers, and historical demonstrations, including the chance to see the medieval stocks.

A spectacular opening procession will kick off the festival, winding its way through the city streets and culminating at the Cathedral Close. Featuring re-enactors, musicians and colourful medieval characters, the procession will set the tone for a weekend of pageantry, history and family-friendly fun.

Lots of activities - for the full list please click here to visit the Hereford City Life page:

Archery
Try on armour (children)
Stocks
Re-enactment Village
Opening Parade through Hereford (Old Market to Hereford Cathedral - Sat 10am TBC)
Museum on the Move
Arena medieval displays
Bar & Hog Roast
Medieval photo opportunity
Storytime
Blacksmithing
Horse displays

The cathedral is also hosting a range of activities to celebrate the weekend including:

Meet the Cathedral Broderers and try out an embroidery craft activity
Join a Cathedral or Tower Tour – book tickets in advance here
Meet the Cathedral Library & Archives team
Visit the Mappa Mundi and Chained Library Museum – tickets for timed slots throughout the weekend are available to purchase here

The weekend will also begin with the cathedral's Medieval Feast which takes place on Friday 14 August at 7pm - for more information and tickets please click here.

The Medieval Hereford Festival has been organised by Hereford CityBID

With thanks to our event sponsors