Herefordshire justice & public safety directory

Q: How do I contact the police in Herefordshire?

In an emergency always call 999. For non-emergencies call 101 or contact West Mercia Police at www.westmercia.police.uk.

Q: Where is the nearest court in Herefordshire?

Hereford Crown Court is the nearest, about 2.7 km away. See the full list of nearby courts above.

Q: How can I get legal aid in Herefordshire?

Many of the solicitors listed above are legal-aid providers. Contact a firm directly to check eligibility, or browse all solicitors for more options.

Q: How do I visit someone in prison near Herefordshire?

Usk is the nearest prison (about 44.1 km away). Visits must usually be booked in advance — see the prison page for details.

Your central source for justice and public-safety services in Herefordshire. Find local police, courts, custody centres, prisons and legal help — in one place.

1Police Force

5Courts

4Custody Centres

1Prison

8+Legal Providers

County in Midland, England & Wales Population: 191k+

Nearest Police Force

West Mercia Police

Primary Force

Headquarters: Hindlip Hall, Hindlip, Worcester, WR3 8SP

West Mercia Police, formerly known as West Mercia Constabulary, is the territorial police force responsible for policing the counties of Herefordshire, Shropshire (including Telford and Wrekin) and Worcestershire in England.

Website:www.westmercia.police.uk

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Nearest Courts

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Hereford Crown Court

2.7 miles away

Crown Court

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Worcester Crown Court

36.4 miles away

Crown Court

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Gloucester Crown Court

40.1 miles away

Crown Court

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Newport Wales Crown Court

58.1 miles away

Crown Court

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Merthyr Tydfil Crown Court

58.5 miles away

Crown Court

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Nearest Custody Centres

Gloucester Police Station Gloucester Station, Gloucester, GL1 1DE

40.8 mi

Hereford Police Station Bath Street, Hereford, Herefordshire HR1 2HT

2.6 mi

Leominster Police Station Worcester Road, Leominster, HR6 8EA

16.4 mi

Ross-on-Wye Police Station Old Maids Walk, Ross-on-Wye, HR9 5HB

20.3 mi

Nearest Prison

Usk

44.1 miles away

HMP Usk, 47 Maryport Street, Usk, Monmouthshire, NP15 1XP

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Legal Solicitors & Legal Help in Herefordshire

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Mortimers Solicitors LTD

Legal Aid Provider

Family

Hereford

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COULSON READ LEWIS SOLICITORS

Legal Aid Provider

Criminal DefenceFamilyProperty - Residential+2

Hereford

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G C Law LTD

Legal Aid Provider

Criminal Defence

Hereford

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GC LAW LTD

Solicitor

Criminal Defence

Hereford

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Gabbs Solicitors Limited

Solicitor

FamilyNon-Litigation - OtherWills, Trusts and Tax Planning+6

HEREFORD

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Marches Law

Solicitor

FamilyLandlord and Tenant (Commercial and Domestic)Litigation - Other+8

Hereford

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Lanyon Bowdler LLP

Legal Aid Provider

Clinical Negligence

Hereford

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HUMFRYS & SYMONDS LTD

Legal Aid Provider

FamilyProperty - CommercialLitigation - Other+5

HEREFORD

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About Herefordshire

Herefordshire is a county in England. This directory connects you to local justice services including police, courts, custody centres, prisons and trusted legal professionals.

Local police, courts & legal help in one place
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County at a glance

Area2,180 sq km
Population191,047
Local Authorities1
Police ForceWest Mercia Police
Court Locations5 nearby
Prisons1 nearby

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Frequently asked questions

How do I contact the police in Herefordshire?

Where is the nearest court in Herefordshire?

How can I get legal aid in Herefordshire?

How do I visit someone in prison near Herefordshire?