At Herefordshire 4x4 Response, we...
Provide disaster response
Support health and care sector
Support health and care sector
e.g. In severe flooding, we aid in evacuations, transport key workers, deliver supplies, and assist with road closures.
Support health and care sector
Support health and care sector
Support health and care sector
Providing essential transport for health and care professionals and their equipment during severe weather conditions.
Support large events
Support health and care sector
Support large events
Pivotal role in the vehicle logistics and support for events such as Herefordshire Fireworks, Much Marcle Steam festival, Wassails & Wye Float.
Assist Police
Support Search and Rescue teams
Support large events
Our partnership with the police enables their experts to focus on their vital roles during major incidents.
Support Search and Rescue teams
Support Search and Rescue teams
Support Search and Rescue teams
Our provision of vehicles enables rescue teams to swiftly and safely reach those in need.
Foster community involvement
Support Search and Rescue teams
Support Search and Rescue teams
Supporting various community events, and charities including St Michael's Hospice and West Mercia Search and Rescue
Our History
2007 — Origins
The group was established by a team of volunteer drivers from a local Land Rover club in response to widespread and severe flooding across Herefordshire and the surrounding region.
Using their own 4×4 vehicles, volunteers provided essential transport and logistical support when normal road access was impossible.
The team’s bravery and commitment were formally recognised later that year with a Pride of Herefordshire Award.
2010 — Severe Winter Weather Response
During heavy snowfall in December 2010, around 30 volunteer drivers played a vital role in supporting the county.
Responders transported essential NHS staff, including doctors and district nurses, often working six to seven hours at a time in hazardous conditions.
The group was placed on standby for West Midlands Ambulance Service and worked closely with Herefordshire Council’s emergency planners, strengthening its role as a trusted emergency support partner.
2013 — Formal Incorporation
On 28 May 2013, Herefordshire 4x4 Response was officially incorporated as a private company limited by guarantee, providing a formal structure for governance, insurance, training, and partnership working while remaining entirely volunteer-led.
2018 — Beast from the East
The “Beast from the East” brought prolonged and disruptive snow and ice to Herefordshire, significantly impacting communities across the county.
This period became one of the group’s longest and most demanding deployments, with sustained operations over several days to support key workers and essential services.
2020 — COVID-19 Pandemic
During the COVID-19 pandemic, the group adapted rapidly to support community resilience, assisting with the movement of key workers, supplies, and essential services when required.
Fundraising efforts during this period proved critical to the group’s long-term sustainability.
2024 — Dedicated Response Vehicle & Ongoing Operations
In 2024, the team purchased RV1, its dedicated response vehicle, using funds raised during the COVID-19 pandemic.
The acquisition of RV1 marked a major milestone, enhancing the group’s operational capability and readiness.
Throughout the year, the team also responded to multiple flooding and severe weather incidents, continuing to support NHS staff and partner organisations across Herefordshire as extreme weather events became more frequent.
Ongoing Support: The organisation continues to operate 24/7, 365 days a year, assisting Herefordshire Council, NHS, Fire & Rescue, Police, and Search & Rescue teams during adverse weather conditions or other emergencies.