The Beacon College at Hereford Christmas Market!

• Professional Barber visits Beacon College!

  Fri 13 Feb 2026 Joe Hibbert

  On Thursday 12th February 2026 we were thrilled to welcome Chris Davies from Ye Olde Barber Shop, Hereford, who delivered an engaging hairdressing demonstration for our students.

   

  As part of our ongoing careers education programme, Chris spoke about the skills, training, and real‑life experiences required to become a professional barber. Students learned about everything from customer care and communication skills to precision cutting techniques and the day‑to‑day realities of running a successful barbershop.

   

  What made the visit especially valuable was Chris’ supportive and calming approach. For many of our learners, visiting a barbershop can feel overwhelming due to sensory, communication, or anxiety‑related needs. By bringing the barbershop experience into a familiar environment, Chris helped students build confidence, ask questions and better understand what to expect during a haircut.

   

  The demonstration was informative and tailored brilliantly to the needs of our young people. We are incredibly grateful to Chris for giving his time, expertise, and encouragement — and for helping remove barriers so our students can feel more comfortable accessing everyday community services.

   

  👏 A huge thank you to Chris from Olde Barber Shop in Hereford for inspiring the next generation!

  

• Hereford Health Watch visit Beacon College

  Fri 13 Feb 2026 Joe Hibbert

  🌟 A Fantastic Day at Beacon College! 🌟

   

  Today we were delighted to welcome Toni and Mary from Healthwatch Herefordshire to Beacon College for a brilliant and engaging visit! Students had the opportunity to learn about two meaningful projects designed to empower their voices and broaden their awareness of community well-being:

   

  🧠 Neurodiversity, Community Spaces & Transport
  Students shared their experiences of local community spaces and transport, helping highlight what feels comfortable and what could be improved for neurodiverse individuals. Their anonymous feedback will help shape a more inclusive Herefordshire.

   

  🎗️ Community Cancer Champions
  Learners were also introduced to the role of Community Cancer Champions — a chance to explore how healthy lifestyle choices, cancer prevention, and early awareness can make a real difference in our communities.

   

  Our students engaged with enthusiasm, curiosity, and maturity throughout. A huge thank you to Healthwatch Herefordshire for supporting our young people in having their voices heard and making positive change.

   

  ✨ Proud of our learners. Proud of our community. ✨