Visit Leominster
A local guide from Drapers Lane Deli
Leominster (pronounced "Lemster") is one of Herefordshire's best kept secrets. A beautiful,
unhurried market town full of independent shops, antiques, history and great food — and we're right in the heart of it. Whether you're driving over from Ludlow, Hereford or further
afield, here's everything worth knowing about a visit.
What's on
EVERY FRIDAY EVENING
Friday tapas nights at Drapers Lane Deli
Seasonal small plates. Fine Wines. Shared moments.
Join us from 6pm for:
3 plates
A selected glass
£25 per person
Thoughtfully curated dishes inspired by flavours from around the world.
FRIDAY 21ST AUGUST
Great Leominster Bargain Quest
A first-of-its-kind town tradition from the Leominster Business Group, sending treasure hunters through our renowned antiques quarter in search of curios, kitsch, and hidden profit. Entries judged from 6pm at the Tourist Information Centre
Date: Fri 21st Aug
10am
FRIDAY 21ST AUGUST
Sip, Shop, Celebrate
Leominster Business Group Presents :Sip, Shop, Celebrate – Late Night Shopping Event – Leominster
Date: Fri 21st Aug
4pm-7pm
FRIDAY 21ST AUGUST
Gypsy Jazz Band at Drapers Lane Deli
Join us for a relaxed summer
gathering outside Drapers Lane Deli.
Settle around long tables,
enjoy a seasonal collection of
chef-crafted small plates, inspired by cuisines from around the world alongside live gypsy jazz tunes.
Friday 21st August
Two sessions available
5pm - 7pm or
7.30 pm–9.30pm
5TH SEPTEMBER
Leominster Food Fayre
A celebration of local food and drink producers from across North Herefordshire. Food demos, children's activities and the best of the county in one place.
Saturday 5th September
2nd SATURDAY OF EVERY MONTH
Leominster Farmers Market
The Leominster Farmers Market takes place on the second Saturday of every month from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM in Corn Square, Leominster (HR6 8LR)
LAST THURSDAY IN EVERY MONTH
ShireFolk Music
ShireFolk is a Folk Touring Network covering Shropshire, Worcestershire and Herefordshire and visit Leominster at The Rankin Club on the last Thursday of every month
EVERY SATURDAY
Park Run
Park Run at Queenswood Park.
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you!
Every Saturday 9am
EVERY SUNDAY MORNING
Park Yoga at the Grange
Every Sunday Morning - Park Yoga on the Grange - Free -just bring a mat.
9.30am – 10.30am every Sunday morning from 3rd May to 13th September.
Things to do in Leominster
More than just a stop for lunch — Leominster rewards a slow visit. Here's what's worth your time.
Antiques & independent shops
Over 120 antique dealers line the historic streets. As seen on Bargain Hunt and Antiques Road Trip. Start on Broad Street.
Priory Church
A beautiful historic priory in the heart of town — worth a quiet half hour whatever the weather.
Grange Court
A stunning timber-framed market house built in 1633, now a community hub for events and exhibitions.
Queenswood Arboretum
Beautiful woodland trails, a playground and café. Spectacular in autumn. A short drive from town.
Stockton Bury Gardens
Award-winning 4-acre gardens in rural Herefordshire. Open April to September. A lovely afternoon out.
Croft Castle and Parkland
Croft Castle is a country house in the village of Croft, Herefordshire, England. Owned by the Croft family since 1085, and in 1957 it was bequeathed to the National Trust
Berrington Hall
Berrington Hall is a country house located about 3 miles north of Leominster, Herefordshire, England.
Hampton Gardens
Hampton Court Castle, also known as Hampton Court or Hampton Castle, is a castellated country house in the English county of Herefordshire.
Getting here
We're on Drapers Lane, right in the centre of Leominster - a short walk from the main car parks at Corn Square and South Street.
FROM LUDLOW
7 miles
approx. 15 minutes
FROM HEREFORD
13 miles
approx. 20 minutes
FROM SHREWSBURY
30 miles
approx. 40 minutes
FROM WORCESTER
25 miles
approx. 35 minutes
Parking: Corn Square and South Street car parks are both within easy walking distance. On-street parking is available on Drapers Lane itself.
Making a day of it
Start with coffee and a browse at Drapers Lane. Pick up something for the journey home - a cheese, a bottle, a hamper. Then lose a couple of hours in the antique shops on Broad Street. Walk down to the Priory. Have lunch back with us - a sharing board and a glass of wine — before heading on to Croft Castle or Berrington Hall if you want to make an afternoon of it.
Leominster rewards a slow visit. It's not somewhere you rush through. It's somewhere you stay longer than you meant to.