Church Street Traders Association including Capuchin Yard
Don't be put off by the narrowness of the
entrance from "High Town" which is at the side of "Accessories"
next to "Marks & Spencers" (or exit MS's through their side
entrance). Alternatively after visiting the "Tourist Centre"
in King Street" you are ideally placed to visit "Hereford Cathedral"
after which, your quickest rout to "High Town" and the centre
of Hereford is straight down "Church Street", (naturally calling
at the shops as you got) and don't forget to visit "Capuchin Yard"
which is located halt way down on the left hand side (approaching from
the Cathedral end of Church Street)
STEP INTO HISTORY. Have your cameras ready when you visit "Church
Street'. This is one of the oldest and most picturesque parts of Hereford
and since being pedestrianised and repaved in recent years it is now possible
to take a leisurely stroll along it's cobbled street, admiring on the
way the mostly 17th Century buildings of which a number are Grade II Listed.
If architecture is you interest you will certainly find it worth your
while to explore the interiors of many of the shops where you will find
exposed oak beams and other historical features. Don't miss the "The
Old Mayors Parlour" (currently used as an art gallery housing frequently
changed exhibition of the work of local artist), with it's carved beams
and moulded ceiling, once lived in by a 17th century Mayor.
THANKS TO "Dan". The historians amongst you should find
plenty of Interest In Church Street. The "Kemble Gallery", once
the home of Roger Kemble, father of John Phillip Kemble and Sarah Siddons,
now houses "The Society of Craftsmen". If you cross to the other
side or the street you will see the large iron gates set into a tall old
brick wall through which you will gaze into the peaceful oasis or the
gardens at No. 20 Church Street, where "Dan". The dog once owned
by Dr Sinclair, is buried. Edward Elgar the famous British composer was
a great friend of
WHO ARE WE? We are all independent traders with shops in Church Street and Capuchin Yard. All the shops are privately owned and in many cases staffed entirely by family members. In the age of the big multinational this type of shop is becoming a rarity. Visit us for something different. Each shop is a unique entity reflecting the interests and varied tastes of it's owners.
WHAT WE OFFER. The Independents can still offer personal service. We like to discover our customers needs, and hopefully fulfil them. We are able to build a good working relationship with supplier and customers alike. This means that we are in an ideal position to make special orders, searching for that item that has eluded you for so long. Those businesses which make hand made goods (and there are many in the street, particularly Capuchin Yard) have designers on hand, ready to make items to commission.
WHERE ARE WE? It is not uncommon for life long Herefordian. To ask: "Where is Church Street"? Perhaps you may know the street by one of it's other, frequently used names; "Church Lane", "Capuchin Lane" or as some prefer to call it; "Cabbage Lane" What ever name you prefer to use, we are here.
