European Markets

French Markets

The county also plays host to a travelling French Market from Normandy several times a year. The 'Marche De France' Market trade in Hereford, Ledbury, Ross-On-Wye and Leominster.

Selling a large range of authentic goods including meats, breads, cheeses, leather goods and, of course, a wide range of garlic. You get the chance to sample and buy products which give a real flavour of the French national cuisine and speciality items, such as local crafts. There is something to suit all tastes with a chance to buy more unusual gifts or even better to treat yourself . The atmosphere is vibrant with the sound of the French accent filling the air. The traders also enjoy holding a conversation with their customers in French if you would like to practice. 

2012 proposed French Market dates (to be confirmed)

• Hereford, High Town: 28 September, 14 and 15 December
• Ledbury, High Street: 30 March, 29 June, 12 October
• Leominster, Corn Square: 1 April, 30 September
• Ross-On-Wye, Broad Street: 30 June, 29 September
• Kington: 31st March

Italian Markets

Italia In Piazza - an innovative Real Italian Food Market which operates all over England selling authentic imported Italian produce visits Herefordshire a few times a year. The unique feature about this Market is that it is run by one organisation which is apparent by its cleanliness, tidiness and uniform appearance and is managed and controlled in a very effective manner.

As well as the classic Margherita Pizza and Calzone, visitors can also look forward to a scrumptious selection of cheeses, cured meats, pasta, olives, oils and balsamic vinegar.

2012 Italian Market dates

• Ross-on-Wye, Broad Street: 25 May 
• Ledbury, High Street: 4 May