Hereford as a place

Hereford benefits from a wealth and diversity of existing, interesting public spaces.

• Highlights include the spaces associated with the Cathedral and the River Wye. Both have played major roles in the evolution of the city and provide a powerful sense of identity to Hereford.
• The historic buildings and pattern of streets, lanes, passageways and spaces in the city centre provide a characterful network of pedestrian routes and spaces. However, parts of the city could be better used and presented. Opportunities include:

City centre

• Some areas of the historic core are dominated by traffic and could be improved to create safer, healthier and more attractive and welcoming spaces for pedestrians and cyclists.
• There are opportunities for coordinated use of high-quality materials

High Town and St Peter’s Square

• These are great locations in the city centre that could be enhanced to provide more attractive environments, with spaces better planned to support vibrant street life and activities.