HUNDREDS of people have packed the car park of the Green Dragon this evening (Sunday) to see Craig Charles DJ at the Hereford Indie Food Festival.

The former Red Dwarf and Coronation Street actor took to the stage shortly before 9.40pm to the delight of the crowd.

Ledbury Reporter: Craig Charles performing at the Hereford Indie Food FestivalCraig Charles performing at the Hereford Indie Food Festival (Image: Paul Rogers/Hereford Times)

Ledbury Reporter: Hundreds of people watched Craig Charles performHundreds of people watched Craig Charles perform (Image: Paul Rogers/Hereford Times)

Ledbury Reporter: The crowd at the Hereford Indie Food FestivalThe crowd at the Hereford Indie Food Festival (Image: Paul Rogers/Hereford Times)

It is the second time in the matter of weeks that the Liverpudlian has been in Herefordshire. On August 10, he arrived by helicopter to have lunch at the Oak Inn at Staplow, near Ledbury. 

Once there, he decided to have a humble sausage and mash with gravy.  

Craig is one of a series of acts who have performed at the event off Aubrey Street over the past two days. 

Despite now aged 70, Mr Motivator showed he has no plans of slowing day with an energetic performance yesterday (Saturday) lunchtime. 

Ledbury Reporter: Mr Motivator entertaining the crowdsMr Motivator entertaining the crowds (Image: Paul Rogers/Hereford Times)

The Jamaican-born British fitness coach, real name Derrick Errol Evans, rose to fame in 1993 through appearances on the UK breakfast television show GMTV, where he performed live fitness sessions and offered tips and advice to viewers.

As well as music, there has been plenty of food and drink on offer, showcasing the very best of Herefordshire. 

Ledbury Reporter: Sonny Castaldo and Will Dixon from the Burger ShopSonny Castaldo and Will Dixon from the Burger Shop (Image: Paul Rogers/Hereford Times)

Stalls have included the Beefy Boys, the Burger Shop, Maneki Ramen, the Bookshop and Hereford Beer House. 

If you haven't headed to the event yet, don't despair as it will continue on Bank Holiday Monday, however, it will only be on during the day. 


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