Matrix - Hereford's premier entertainment venue for all ages was started by husband and wife team Terry and Mel McGee. It offers the very latest cutting edge technology with activities such as laser tag, axe throwing, crazy golf, arcade fun and much more.Terry and family talk about the extreme ups and downs they have faced in starting a business in Hereford - despite what life has thrown at them, they have resolutely continued with the kind of determination that would knock many back; the result is a business that does not cut corners, delivering excitement and fun for its customers through extensive investment and passion.Hear the inspiring story of the Matrix and their mission to bring some serious joy to Hereford.

Finding work can be challenging in Hereford at any time - especially in the current climate. Being a small city, good jobs tend to go fast. Employers often struggle too - sometimes even having to resort to paying a premium to attract talent willing to make the commute from locations such as Worcester or even Cardiff.  A key barrier for many seeking employment is experience and qualifications. Reed in Partnership, based in Aubrey Street in Hereford, specialise in this area of support and have significant Government funding to coach, train and find placements depending on the needs of the client.Mike Truelove, CEO of the Hereford BID, is joined by Recruitment Manager Tom Beard from Reed in Partnership who explains their services and how they can help.

Independent retail in Hereford has suffered tremendously during the last 12 months and COVID has presented many challenges including stock management, going online to sell (where possible), managing cash flow, reminding and keeping a brand alive in the eyes of the customer ......not even to mention dealing with the emotional ups and downs of staying afloat when you do not know when you can reopen your doors again.We spoke to homestyle gurus and retailer, Moira and Martha from Fox and Mabel, based in the Old Market in Hereford, who tell us about some of their experiences over the year, including hopes for the future, and how Hereford's retail scene might change.