Hereford is a historic city in the west of England, close to the border with Wales and on the River Wye it is the county town of Herefordshire. In 1991, Hereford had a population of 50,200.
Hereford has a cathedral which dates from 1079 and contains a medieval map of the world, recently restored, dating from the 14th century.
It is known chiefly as a trading centre for a wider agricultural and rural area. Products from Hereford include: (Bulmers) cider, beer, leather goods, cattle, metal goods and chemicals.
Hereford is the home of the Special Air Service or SAS.
On 31 March 1998, Hereford City Council, together with the other District Councils within Herefordshire, amalgamated to form The County of Herefordshire District Council.