What's On Herts April 2021

Covering Harpenden, Wheathampstead, Redbourn & surrounding villages.

herts.co.uk

April to June 2021

Home by Simon Belcher

Design & Restoration

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The Garden design & Landscape practise

Nonno’s Pizza Coming to Harpenden See page 5

Glass by Anna Croxen See page 12

Holiday Ideas from two local companies See pages 18 and 22

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Spring 2021 Contents Welcome to the Spring edition of What’s On Herts, brought to you by Your Local Media.

Town Trail Walk

Pages 35 – 39

Health and Beauty

Pages 44 – 47

With 2020 now fully behind us, I’m sure we are all looking forward to a much better 2021!

Recipes

Pages 48 – 51

Homes

Pages 52 – 67

Gardens

Pages 68 - 73

Motors

Pages 74 - 75

Events are still few and far between, so while we wait until gatherings and events return to normal, we have turned our attention to the history in our High Street and have printed Harpenden & District Local History Society Town Trail, a fascinating glimpse into the High Street’s past, which we hope you find interesting.

Also inside this edition you’ll find details of Childwickbury Arts Faire, Sustainability Festival 2021 and the Jigsaw Festival in June, along with the regular farmers market, so plenty to look forward to.

We hope you enjoy the magazine which can also be viewed online by visiting “www.harpendendirectory. co.uk” and searching for “What’s On”.

Stay Safe and well!

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PROUDLY SUPPORTING THE HARPENDEN VACCINATION CENTRE

If you have driven past the Harpenden Public Halls at any point recently, the chances are that you would have noticed the Harpenden Trust team in their purple tabards ready to welcome those invited to receive their first Covid-19 vaccination.

The Harpenden Trust has been busy over the past couple of months, working closely with the doctors’ surgeries in the local area to ensure everything runs smoothly at the Harpenden vaccination centre.

On putting out an appeal to the local community to come forward and volunteer to help deliver this, the Trust were overwhelmed at the huge response, with over 600 offers of assistance in just one week!

Two formal references were required for those new to (and joining) the Trust, DBS checks were completed at the GP Federation’s request, and then all these offers of help could be organised into a weekly rota, covering four time slots each day, Monday through Saturday.

Volunteer roles have been broad, covering areas such as both indoor and outdoor marshalling, administration support at the main entrance desk and staffing the post-vaccination Observation Room.

Richard Nichols, Chairman of the Harpenden Trust, said, “It has been such an amazing community response and a joy to have been part of. On behalf of the Harpenden Trust, I would like to say a big thank you to the huge number of local residents who stepped forward following our appeal for help to support the vaccination process in Harpenden. It has been a huge project to manage but has been made substantially easier with the help of our fantastic volunteers, both new and old. We are so pleased to have played our small part in supporting our local GP practices and local residents through this critical period.

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The Trust is reliant on the goodwill and involvement of volunteers to support the individuals, families and organisations across Harpenden that need our help. Our fundraisers efforts support our work in the Harpenden area.

To enable the Harpenden Trust to support local individuals and families, its Care Fund needs some £100,000 a year, a lot of which comes from the Christmas Appeal; we hope that others will seek to donate and that local businesses and other organisations that raise funds for charity will remember the Trust

To Volunteer - To Donate - To Fundraise Visit

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At Nonno’s Pizza our pizza dough is made fresh every day and all our ingredients are carefully selected so you can experience the great taste of Italy.

We have a great range of delicious, traditional Italian starters and side dishes.

A perfect accompaniment to any of our main dishes.

All our recipes are made with traditional Italian ingredients.

This means we provide you with an excellent Italian experience.

Please order your take away & delivery from our other branch while this restaurant is fitted out.

www.nonnospizza.co.uk Nonno’s Pizza - Wheathampstead 1 Church Street Wheathampstead St. Albans AL4 8AP Tel: 01582833325

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THE OAKMAN GROUP PLANNING FOR A BRIGHTER FUTURE. Rather than waiting for the green shoots of recovery to appear, the Tring based premium pub company is proactively going out and sowing the seeds of that recovery now.

Oakman has a substantial pipeline of sites ready for development during 2021. In addition to existing sites in Buckingham, Wokingham and Epsom they have now added a substantial freehold site in Harpenden.Further announcements are expected in the near future with a number of negotiations taking place to further accelerate growth.

Oakman’s Executive Chairman, Peter BorgNeal, commented: “We believe that there is a huge unsatisfied consumer demand for premium public houses right across the UK. Large pubs with a strong all day food offer, a high level of amenity and, most importantly,

great people running them is the future of the pub market.We want to play a big part in fulfilling that demand.”

When the first Oakman Inn opened its doors in 2007, the vision behind it was simple: to create the perfect environment to come and enjoy great food and drink whilst catching up with friends, family, neighbours and colleagues.

Founded by entrepreneur and CEO Peter BorgNeal, the company has established a new concept of the ‘modern public house’ by successfully transforming both historic and modern buildings into contemporary spaces that have a strong sense of identity and integration within the local communities they serve.

To keep up to date with their plans, visit

www.oakmaninns.co.uk

INSURANCE THAT’S ON YOUR DOORSTEP Having a local office means we are accessible, whether you need to make changes to your policy or make a claim.

We can help you insure your: • Home & Car • Horse & Horse box • Business • LGV & Commercial Vehicle

For a real conversation call the St Albans office on 01727 869496 Or pop in and see us at Rivers Lodge, West Common, 2 Victoria Street, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 2JD

Agent of The National Farmers Union Mutual Insurance Society Limited.

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We’re Here. Working Safely for You Times may have changed and our appointments may be a little different – we’re now following meticulous safety protocols, carrying out many procedures using online technology and smart apps. But the quality of our care and service haven’t changed.

Winner of an unprecedented five European and UK Audiologist of the Year Awards, the UK’s premier hearing healthcare clinic is here, in Harpenden. Our unrivalled reputation is built on a wholly client-centred approach where the focus is always on you.

For your safety we’re currently working by appointment only.

Contact us for the latest information and we’ll arrange a time to talk and to arrange a safe visit to the Practice.

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Tel: 01582 767218 26 The Foresters, High Street, Harpenden, Herts AL5 2FB info@hearinghealthcare.co.uk hearinghealthcare.co.uk 7

N MAY! I Y A S R U O Y HAVE Important local elections are due to take place on Thursday 6 May with measures in place to make polling stations COVID-secure.

Last year’s District Council elections were postponed because of the pandemic but will now go ahead.

There will be elections for one seat in each of the 20 wards apart from Colney Heath and Sandridge. Altogether, 18 of the Council’s 58 seats will be contested.

Taking place on the same day are elections for all seats on Hertfordshire County Council and an election for the county’s Police and Crime Commissioner.

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This is a chance for residents to have their say on major local issues that impact their day to day lives.

The Council’s elections team will ensure social distancing is observed at polling stations with floor markings installed to help with this.

Hand sanitiser will be available and voters will be requested to wear face masks unless they are exempt on medical grounds.

Of course if people are concerned about voting in person, they can apply for a postal vote.

Application forms can be downloaded from the Electoral Commission’s website at

www.electoralcommission.org.uk.

Alternatively, people can contact the Council’s elections team at elections@stalbans.gov.uk or 01727 819294. Completed applications must be received by 5pm on Tuesday 20 April.

For further information about the elections, go to

www.stalbans.gov.uk/ voting-and-elections

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• You have tried other treatments like physiotherapy or osteopathy, and where disappointed that they did not work for you.

• You are looking for a long term solution but would like to avoid surgery

Gillian Brown, Osteopath and co-owner of Harpenden Sportsnspinal clinic helps many patients find a solution to their unresolved back and neck pain using IDD therapy (Intervertebral disc decompression).

This cutting-edge medical technology deals with more severe spinal issues that require more than manual therapy.

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Colin, Hitchin: "IDD Therapy was my last resort after over a year of excruciating leg and back pain.

The pain was affecting both my work and sleeping and making me feel depressed. I found the treatment very relaxing and even fell asleep during treatments. It has been life-changing and after 15 sessions I am now pain free. I would highly recommend to you if you have sciatica“ Monica, Harpenden: "After 2 years of not being able to compete at my favourite sport, tennis, I have finally found a treatment that is getting me active again. Gillian Brown at Sportsnspinal in Harpenden recommended this brilliant method of traction using the latest technology called IDD. It's helping release the pressure on my lower back discs and the results are phenomenal. I've gone from being scared to run to competing at international level in a year. I get to lie down on the machine for 26 mins of chill time while it works its magic. No regrets here" John, Harpenden: "I have been extremely pleased with my IDD Therapy Disc Treatment. The way it targets the problem areas has significantly improved my back. I felt better after 3 sessions and carried on improving over the 8 sessions to the point that I am now essentially pain free."

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COMING TO HARPENDEN Almost 3000 days since they opened their doors to their first shop in St Albans they are pleased to announce that they will be opening the doors to their second shop at 14 Church Green, Harpenden this Spring in the old Roland’s Carpet shop.

In most places, pudding is an afterthought. At The Pudding Stop, their afters are definitely no afterthought - every gooey mix, stir, dollop and drizzle is dedicated to bringing you better puddings, handmade by a passionate and hardworking team.

Baked and prepared fresh each day, The Pudding Stop is about stopping by for a really good homemade pudding.

There’s something familiar about their puddings. That’s because they look to their families and the seasons to inspire their changing menu.

There’s no fuss, no fads, just tasty puddings. To find out more about the Pudding Stop visit:

www.thepuddingstop.com

Exceptional home care visits from exceptional carers Most people in need of care would prefer to stay in their own home. Our home care visiting service is carefully tailored to suit your loved one’s needs, can help them retain their independence and stay connected to friends, relatives and pets.

Our caregivers are carefully selected. We find excellent people with the right mix of skills, experience and a true caring nature, so that they can provide consistently superior home care.

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The Green Home Grants scheme.

There’s £5,000 in it for you If you’ve ever thought about a heat pump, a biomass boiler or A solar thermal system, now’s the time to act. The Government will pay two thirds of the cost up to a maximum of £5,000.

Ask us for a quote and get your name on a voucher today.

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FUSED GLASS BY ANNA CROXEN Anna Croxen is a local fused glass artist based in Harpenden.

She has lived in the area for 25 years and is originally from Letchworth.

She creates her fused glass art work from her home studio and loves experimenting and trying different techniques. Her range includes pictures, free standing glass panels, sun catchers and bowls.

Her passion for glass started many years ago when she was given a taster session as a gift for a workshop at a studio in Hertford. She then went on to complete a six week part time course at the University of Hertfordshire and then further developed her skills by having lessons at a number of local studios.

Her designs come in a variety of sizes and styles and Anna is always thinking of new ideas.

You can view Anna’s previous work and visit her online shop on her website.

Anna particularly loves how glass reflects the light and the amazing patterns and shapes that can be achieved. Half the beauty is what happens in the kiln and how you fire the glass. Anna uses a variety of glass sheets, powders and frits together with metal inclusions, enamel paints and murrine cane (which is handmade in a specialist kiln). These are included within the piece being created and then heated in a glass kiln to specific temperatures to achieve the desired results. Her pieces often involve multiple firings in the kilns and a range of techniques.

Orders can be posted or collected from Anna’s studio in Harpenden.

She also offers a “virtual shop” via a video call to show you the pieces she has available. She has previously exhibited at craft fairs and plans to do a pop up shop in the town centre once lockdown eases.

Anna enjoys a challenge & takes commissions. She likes creating special pieces for gifts or for clients homes.

www.fusedglassbyannacroxen.com.

Facebook: Fused Glass by Anna Croxen Instagram: fusedglassanna

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Cloudy2Clear, A Local Service With A Smile.

I think we can all agree that the sooner we see the back of 2020 and this dreadful corona virus the better. That said, there are also some heart warming positives that we can take out of this situation. It has often been said that we can only really get to know one another and realise what is truly important in times of crisis. I think few would argue that in this case what has proven to be important is local community spirit.

When talking to the Manager of Cloudy2Clear windows Stephen Moon it became clear that these values have been held dear for a number of years. Since starting the business some years ago Cloudy2Clear have remained true to their core values of

supporting the local community by providing a service that saves the public money.

The Cloudy2Clear service only requires the glass to be replaced and not the whole window once the unit has failed. Stephen commented “Cloudy2Clear were able to assist our community through the last financial crisis in 2008 due to the savings that can be made in using our service. Unfortunately we might be going through something similar again soon and the public can rest assured that we will be there to help again”.

All C2C employees operate a strict social distancing policy.

For a free quotation please call 0800 61 21 118 or visit cloudy2clear.co.uk.

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EVERYONE IS WELCOME AT THE RACE FOR LIFE HERTFORDSHIRE

People across the region are being encouraged to look beyond the lockdown we’ve just had by making a date to join Cancer Research UK’s Race for Life in Hertfordshire.

The charity’s much-loved events are aiming to return to Hertfordshire but with socially distanced measures to help keep participants safe.

COVID-19 has caused a devastating loss of research funding. Cancer Research UK is predicting a staggering £300 million drop in income over the next three years which could put future medical breakthroughs at risk.

That’s why the charity is calling on men, women and children to fight back against the devastating disease by entering a Race for Life event.

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Money raised will help scientists find new ways to prevent, diagnose and treat cancer, helping to save more lives.

Participants will set off on the course either alone or in small socially distanced groups.

Hand sanitiser will also be provided at all events with participants encouraged to use it before and after the event.

The Race for Life events take place across Hertfordshire, with the St Albans 5k & 10k scheduled for 18th July 2021, and are open to people of all ages and abilities.

For more information and to enter please visit

www.raceforlife.org

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Everything you need for the Garden this Spring

With the days getting longer and the weather (hopefully) becoming warmer you can start thinking about gardening again.

At Carpenters we‘ve got everything you need to make your garden look fabulous this spring and summer.

We’ve got a wide range of our own grown bedding & perennial plants, shrubs, alpines, herbs & veg plants. We also have a good selection of pots and patio plants, along with compost, gravel and sundries.

Located just 2.5 miles from Harpenden town centre, Carpenter’s is your local independent family run garden centre.

Carpenters, 106 St Albans Rd, Sandridge, Herts, AL4 9LJ T: 01727 853340 www.carpentersnursery.co.uk 15

CAN WE MAKE SOMETHING TO HELP YOU? If you are living with a disability,Remap Hertfordshire South would like to make life easier.Remap Hertfordshire South is the local branch of a national charity that designs and produces custom-made equipment for most disabilities, mobility needs and sensory impairments. As part of a national charity that uses experienced mechanical, electrical, computing engineers and woodworkers to complete 3,500 projects every year, you can trust us to make quality equipment which is absolutely free of charge!

We recently built a set of parallel bars for a young boy with cerebral palsy. Our equipment allowed him to take huge strides in learning how to walk and gain confidence in his own ability.The video of him smiling and laughing as he makes great progress even went viral with 3 million views online!

Remap Hertfordshire South not only creates aids for essential needs, we also cater to people’s interests. Recently we adapted a guitar tuner for a keen player with visual impairment. The adapted equipment converted the visual display into an audio signal to indicate if the note is too high or low.

Adaptations like this can make all the difference to someone’s life.

Our dedication to helping disabled people of all ages lead more independent lives has led us to create a vast range of equipment including:

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So you can rest assured our team of experienced engineers and woodworkers are ready to make equipment for any essential task or interest you may need help with.To find out more about our innovative projects, visit our website: www.hertfordshire-south.remap.org.uk

For your equipment call us on 01727 613177 or email herts.s@remapgroups.org.uk Or if you have metal, woodworking, electronic or computer skills contact us to become a Remap volunteer and help improve the quality of life for disabled people all across South Hertfordshire We are continuing to offer help during the pandemic whilst complying with government regulations and keeping our clients and volunteers safe, so do not hesitate to get in touch!

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Summer Escapes – SPOTLIGHT ON THE IKOS ARIA

With a glimmer of light that overseas holidays can happen from May this year, it could be time to throw off the Covid shackles and immerse yourself in some luxurious Greek hospitality (and sunshine!)

Here’s one of our favourites to consider:

The 850m golden sandy beach comes with luxurious

Experts in creating bespoke luxury travel sun loungers reserved exclusively for hotel guests, beach waiter service serving food and beverage, and experiences, established 2013 a designated adults-only area.

The concierge will provide express check-in, a bottle of Taittinger Champagne on arrival, pre-book Basking in the glorious sunshine on the tables at the hotel’s seven à la carte restaurants, southwest coast of Kos Island, Ikos Aria is superb arrange complimentary tastings at local wineries for those in search of luxurious relaxation yet an and facilitate a MINI Drive Adventure to explore Visit our website to book appointment immersive taste of Greek culture. thean local hidden gems in of Kos such as the beautiful person, by telephone or via Zoom undiscovered beaches. Plus they’ll take care of all In a wonderfully serene setting stretching over 47 your holiday preferences. acres and fringed by the dazzling Kos coastline, this luxurious property delivers on the promise Room rates for the Deluxe One Bedroom of the Dodecanese; beguiling beauty, fascinating Bungalow Suite with Private Pool start from culture and warm hospitality. Ikos Aria overflows £388 (approx.) per room, per night. Maximum occupancy is six guests.

At Travel Four Seasons with style and touches of Forresters, unique brilliance, Experts in creating luxury travel 1a The HighallStreet, Harpenden, AL5bespoke 2FB complemented by their award-winning Infinite we can tailor this hotel with flights, transfers and experiences, established 2013 other320188 touches to make your next holiday one to Telephone: Lifestyle which ensures virtually every element of01582 your stay is already included in the original cost, remember, ATOL protected.

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WHY A HEALTH AND WELFARE POWER OF ATTORNEY IS A GOOD IDEA

The importance of putting in place a Health & Welfare Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) has certainly come to the fore during the Covid-19 pandemic.

This document allows you to appoint a person(s) of your choosing to make medical and care decisions for you, should you become incapable of making them for yourself.

But surely my next of kin can speak for me?

Many assume that a next of kin can make these decisions for a loved one. However, this is simply not the case. Next of kin is a title primarily given to someone that the emergency services contact if their nearest and dearest has been involved in an accident or has taken ill. As far as the law is concerned the title means nothing once that someone becomes an adult.

Who can make these decisions for me?

If you lose mental capacity and are no longer able to make welfare decisions for yourself, and don’t have in place a Health & Welfare LPA, or don’t have a Personal Welfare Deputy, then decisions will be made for you by the appropriate healthcare professional.

Plan ahead and keep control So, if you would rather have someone of your choosing be able to make future medical and care decisions on your behalf, you need to set up a Health and Welfare LPA.

Call our team of specialist lawyers on 01582 715234 or email: info@nevesllp.co.uk

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We service cars, using quality oil and parts with very competitive labour rates.

There is no “pressure selling” from our staff.

We will always be open and up front with our prices and will be pleased to show our customers exactly what we do on their behalf.

All our work is guaranteed and if anyone is not satisfied then our Directors will review any issues to ensure an agreeable outcome.

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Over 50 artists & craftspeople exhibiting & demonstrating

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We build our mortgages around you At Handelsbanken, we provide a personal mortgage service, with a dedicated account manager and the power to make clear and timely decisions within the branch. We take the time to understand your needs, to help find a solution that is right for you, whether buying a new home or remortgaging.

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Explore the town’s fascinating past with Harpenden & District Local History Society Town Trail No. 2 Starting at 2 Southdown Road behind the Harpenden Arms and returning to Yew Tree Farm (Prezzo restaurant)

Ever wondered about Harpenden in days of yore?

Harpenden is a thriving town, but to older residents it remains ‘the village’. Many of the buildings and other landmarks from that earlier era are still with us, though their history is sometimes not readily apparent. Other important features from the past are now only memories, but the Society seeks to keep these alive, by bringing Harpenden’s heritage to a wider audience.

In the Society’s archive collection are many thousands of historical pictures, books, maps and other fascinating documents and artefacts. The History Centre at Park Hall is open on Tuesday afternoons, and otherwise by arrangement, for academic study as well as for anyone wanting to browse and know more about the gradual evolution of the area and it’s community through past decades, and indeed centuries, to the present day. Supported by Harpenden Town Council, St Albans District Council and Hertfordshire County Council, and with the co-operation of the Harpenden Society, the Local History Society plays a vital role in giving Harpenden its unique identity within Hertfordshire.

• Evening Meetings • Afternoon Exhibitions For further information visit: www.harpenden-history.org.uk Join Today

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1. The George is first mentioned in 1507, but maybe not on this site. It was rebuilt in C19 and is seen here in the 1930s.

The site of the garage to the south (now Pizza Express) was a tea garden in Victorian times, when parties drove in by wagonette for ‘Beanfeasts’ and dancing on the lawn.

2. Kingston House, No. 6 High Street was built in 1912 as Edgar Salisbury’s hardware shop on the site of Dr Kingston’s house. Later occupants were Halford’s, C&A stores and M&Co. Note the shields above the windows marking Industry, Strength, Goodwill and Service; also the Harpenden and Hertfordshire coats of arms.

3. TheWhite Lion at No. 28 High Street was a small Victorian pub, with decorative moulded bricks. The Perfect Pizza sign hangs from a bracket which once supported a model of a white lion, see left.

4. The Old Cock Inn has traces of a C17 timber-framed building and is more than likely the site of still earlier hostelries.

2. 72 High St - Another much altered C17 timber-frame structure lies behind the brick façade. It is believed to have formed part of an even earlier & larger group of hostelry buildings.

It was the Old Red Lion in the early 1900s, and Rolts cycle & pram shop in the 1960s, until it was refurbished as shops in 1976.

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We have a large collection of photos of Harpenden and the surrounding area.

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6. 73-75 High Street, at the corner of Sun Lane. A late C17 timber-framed structure, the end of which was demolished to widen Sun Lane in 1931. The remaining section was converted into shops in July 1955. The Sun pub was here from about 1637 until 1800 (or maybe 1877). It was owned by the Hawkins family in the 1780s.

7. 65-69 High Street. The C17 timber-framed cottages at 67 (The Limes) and 65, had early C18 wallpaintings imitating panelling, which were destroyed when the building was refurbished in the 1970s. In the 1850s No. 65 was Harpenden’s first post office. No. 69 (Tollgate Cottage/Hotel) was added in the 1870s.‘Tollgate’ refers to the barrier controlling traffic from Luton, just south of Sun Lane, when the Turnpike Trust was formed in 1743.

8. The Foresters Arms, a pub which has given its name to the 2012 housing development behind, became an off-licence, before conversion into an estate agency. The Foresters were a self-help charity founded in the early C19.

9. Bowers Parade was built in 1936 in the gardens of Bowers House, which still stands behind.

Though a handsome parade, the fact that it concealed Bowers House was highly controversial at the time, which helped give birth to the Harpenden Society.

10. Cross Keys pub - formerly the White Hart.A much altered early C18 building.

The innkeeper in 1830 was Henry Oldaker who moved to The Bull (The Old House, Leyton Road) and helped start regular horse racing on the Common in 1848.

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11. Brewery House - built in 1871 as his home by James Mardall, who owned the Peacock Brewery (on the site of the Methodist Church), one of two breweries then in the High Street. In 1951 the house was sold and converted to shops (currently Harpenden Interiors and WH Smiths).

12. Vaughan Road was cut through in the 1890s, following the demolition of cottages in Lower High Street, with Pellants (clock makers/repairers) at the corner.

Willmott’s grocery was replaced by the County & Westminster Bank (now NatWest).

13. Home Farm and Chestnut Cottage were pulled down in 1894 to build Ridley’s ironmongers’ shop at the Corner of Station Road (formerly Staker’s Lane) - now HSBC. 14. Harpenden Arms Hotel built as the Railway Hotel in 1870

by James Mardall (owner of the Peacock Brewery), the landlord in 1890 was Richard Longland, a wine and spirit dealer, corn and hay merchant, and proprietor of the Livery Stables behind the hotel further up Station Road.

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Hundreds of jigsaws will be displayed and available for sale or simply to view. All the proceeds will be divided equally between Azalea (a Luton based charity which reaches out to women trapped in sexual exploitation) and Workaid (a Chesham charity which collects and refurbishes unwanted tools for use in disadvantaged communities abroad).

An event organiser, Jon Carr from the Developing World Group, at Our Lady of Lourdes Church, who suggested the idea after witnessing a similar event in Lancashire, is delighted that during these difficult times the local community is already coming together to help preparations.

Local residents have been busy during the pandemic assembling jigsaw puzzles, not only for their own enjoyment and helping to overcome loneliness and possible boredom, but as part of the Harpenden Jigsaw Festival (HJF).

The Festival, the first in Harpenden, which will be held on 4 & 5 June next year, is a charity event being organised by Our Lady of Lourdes and High Street Methodist Churches.

All from young to old are welcome to participate in this community event now by assembling their own or donated jigsaws, or by donating jigsaws themselves for others to make up.

If you can help, please contact the Harpenden Jigsaw Festival organisers on 01582 713068 or by email at harpendenjigsaws@gmail.com and visit our website: www.harpendenjigsawfestival.co.uk or follow us on our Facebook page Harpenden Jigsaw Festival

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DEFIBRILLATOR

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HOW THEY COULD SAVE A LIFE! Each year in Britain around 30,000 people are affected by sudden cardiac arrest outside of the hospital environment.Anyone can be affected, at any time - from young children at school, to adults when they’re at home, work or out in public places.

If victims are not treated properly, more often than not, cardiac arrests are fatal. Statistics from the British Heart Foundation show that only one in ten victims survive.This is where some basic knowledge on the use of and location of a defibrillator can make the biggest difference in the survival rate of victims. Whenever cardiac arrest strikes, there is absolutely no time to lose.

Every minute without CPR and defibrillation reduces a victim’s survival rate by around 8 per cent.Without immediate treatment, 90-95 per cent of cardiac arrests prove fatal.

The stages of reaction to a sudden cardiac arrest are outlined as follows. Obviously, the quicker everything is done, the more chance there is of saving a life.

1. CALL 999 The emergency services should be immediately alerted to the problem to organise immediate specialist help and will be able to advise you of the closest defibrillator to your location.

2. START CPR AND LOCATE DEFIBRILLATOR Once the emergency services have been called, if you are willing and able to, CPR should be administered as soon as possible. Now is also the time for you to locate a nearest defibrillator and put it to use by following the automated instructions given by the machine itself.

3. CONTINUE UNTIL EMERGENCY SERVICES ARRIVE Continue to give CPR (if being offered) and follow the instructions given by the defibrillator until the emergency services arrive to take over the victim’s care.The most effective way of treating a victim is by carrying out CPR alongside the use of a defibrillator, 44

but not everyone feels competent enough or are willing to carryout out CPR,but figures show that if just a defibrillator is used within 3-5 minutes of a cardiac arrest, survival rates can jump from 6 per cent to 74 per cent – which is huge. Modern day defibrillators are all easy-to-use models that talk its user through the whole process and clearly communicate what to do, making it almost impossible for them to be used ineffectively.A defibrillator provides high-energy, powerful electric shocks to the heart through pads which are placed on the chest near the heart. It’s the shock itself that’s called defibrillation.

Defibrillator locations in Harpenden 1. Aldwickbury Golf Club, Piggottshill Lane, AL5 1AB 2. Porch area of The Clock Building at 6 Highfield Oval, Ambrose Lane, AL5 4BX 3. Outside of Building No 4, 3 Kinsbourne Court, 96-100 Luton Road, AL5 3BL 4. Farmyard at Hammonds End Farm, Hammonds End Lane, AL5 2AY 5. Waitrose, Leyton Road, AL5 2TJ 6. Harpenden Trust, Southdown Road, AL5 1PS 7. Bramwell Dental Surgery, Rose Cottage, High Street, AL5 2RU 8. Harpenden Indoor Bowling Club,Aldwickbury Crescent, AL5 5SA 9. Park Hall/Town Council, Leyton Road, AL5 2LX 10. Harpenden Cricket Club, St Albans Road, AL5 1PG 11. Harpenden Rugby Club, Redbourn Lane, AL5 2BA 12. Harpenden Train Station, Station Rd, AL5 4ST 13. Police Station,Vaughan Road, AL5 4GZ The Town Council are also proposing as part of its public realm improvement plan across the town to install further defibrillators, therefore increasing the likelihood of a defibrillator being available close by should it be required.

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We are a small and friendly independent charity and our aims are for the relief of need, hardship and distress for older people in St Albans District.

Over the last 10 years the Trust has helped over 500 local residents over the age of 60 by paying for various goods and services that, for all sorts of reasons, they couldn’t afford to fund themselves.

We aim to help as many older residents as possible and approve over 90% of applications.

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Watercress soup with Labneh and spiced oil Ingredients - Serves 4 For the labneh • 450g organic full-fat goat’s milk yogurt For the soup • 30g butter • 1 tbsp olive oil • 1 onion, finely chopped • 2 leeks, sliced, white part only • 2 garlic cloves, sliced • 3 floury potatoes, such as king edward, chopped • 1 litre good quality fresh vegetable stock • 300g watercress • Squeeze lemon juice (optional) For the spiced oil • 1 tsp cumin seeds • 1 tsp fennel seeds • ½ tsp nigella seeds • 50ml extra-virgin olive oil You’ll also need • 2 x muslin squares and kitchen string

1. To make the labneh, put the yogurt and a pinch of salt in a large double-thickness square of muslin and tie the corners together with string. Loop the string over a wooden spoon handle, then balance the spoon over a large mixing bowl in the fridge so the bag is suspended with a good gap below. Chill for at least 12 hours (see make ahead) – the liquid from the yogurt will drip into the bowl.When the yogurt has the consistency of cream cheese, remove it from the bag and keep chilled in an airtight container.

2. Heat the butter and olive oil in a heavy-based heatproof casserole or large pan over a medium-low heat.

When the butter is foaming, add the onion, leeks and garlic and gently cook for 5 minutes or until soft, stirring occasionally.

3.Add the potatoes and stock, then bring to a simmer. Cover and cook for 15 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.

4. Meanwhile, make the spiced oil. Gently warm the spices in a small frying pan over a medium heat for 1 minute, then add the extra-virgin olive oil and cook for 1 minute or until fragrant. Set aside.

5.Add 100g of the watercress to the soup and cook for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat, then blend with a stick blender, adding the remaining watercress a handful at a time as you do so (see tip).Taste and season; add a little lemon juice if needed.

6.To serve, ladle into warmed bowls, then add a dollop of labneh to each and swirl over a little spiced oil, making sure you have a mixture of the spices. Drizzle the remaining spiced oil over the rest of the labneh for people to help themselves.

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Easter leg of lamb

Main Course Serves: 8

Method:

Ingredients:

1. Season the lamb with salt. Heat the oil in a heavy frying pan over a high heat.When the oil is smoking hot, sear the lamb until golden brown on all sides. Remove from the pan and place on a board.

For the Lamb: 1.8 –2.2kg whole leg of lamb Sea salt 3 tbsp groundnut oil 12 anchovies in extra virgin olive oil, drained and sliced in half lengthways 6 garlic cloves, peeled and halved (germ removed) 20g pack fresh rosemary (7–8 sprigs) For the sauce: 100ml dry white wine 500g Heston from Waitrose Chicken Stock 1 tbsp wholegrain mustard

2. Using a sharp knife, cut slits in the surface of the lamb at regular intervals. Use a small spoon to enlarge the holes and stuff them with the anchovies, garlic and half the rosemary.

3. Place the remaining sprigs of rosemary in the bottom of a roasting tin and place the lamb on top. Pour 150ml water into the bottom of the pan and cook as recommended on the packaging (25 minutes per 500g plus 25 minutes for medium), or to your liking. When cooked, remove the lamb from the oven, wrap it in foil and allow to rest for at least 30 minutes.

4. While the meat is resting, make the sauce. Place the roasting tin over a medium-high heat, allow the lamb juices to come to a boil then reduce by half. Add the wine and use a spatula to scrape all the delicious bits from the bottom of the pan. Allow the liquid to reduce by half. Add the chicken stock and, again, reduce by half.

5. Pour off the excess fat then strain the liquid through a fine sieve into a bowl. Stir in the wholegrain mustard then pour into a warm jug to serve with the lamb.

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Next 3 dates are: Sunday 25th April Sunday 23rd May Sunday 27th June All Farmers’ Markets are held on the fourth Sunday of each month with the exception of the December Market.

Although we aren’t yet able to return the Farmers’ Market to the Lower High Street, we have secured a location for the market that is more suitable for winter weather than the Common.

The new venue will be the Main Car Park at the Rothamsted Research Conference Centre.

The address is: Rothamsted Research, West Common, Harpenden, AL5 2JQ. Over the next three months the venue might change, so please visit our website to double check before you arrive.

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Dessert Rhubarb and strawberry meringue pots Prep time: 20 minutes Cooking time: 15 minutes Ingredients - Serves 8: 435 g rhubarb raw, 1 bunch, trimmed, chopped 2/3 cup(s) caster sugar, (150g) 250 g fresh strawberries, hulled, halved 1 tsp vanilla bean extract 2 medium egg white Toasted flaked almonds for decoration

The ultimate in show-off cooking, these light, fluffy yet tangy treats look impressive but are simple enough to make and sensational to eat.

Method Preheat oven to 220°C or 200°C fan, gas mark 7.

Combine the rhubarb, 2 tbs sugar and 2 tablespoons of water in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Bring to the boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer, covered, for 5 minutes or until the rhubarb is tender.

Add strawberries and simmer, covered, for 2 minutes. Stir in vanilla. Divide rhubarb mixture among four 1 cup (250ml) capacity ovenproof dishes.

Using electric beaters, beat the egg whites in a clean, dry bowl until soft peaks form.

Gradually add the remaining sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, beating well after each addition until sugar dissolves.

Top rhubarb mixture with meringue and bake on middle shelf for 8-10 minutes or until golden brown, top with the flaked almonds and serve.

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NEW NEIGHBOURHOOD POLICING PRIORITIES SET FOR HARPENDEN

• Fly-tipping, anti-social behaviour around local parks and speeding are the new safer neighbourhood priorities for Harpenden.

• Local officers continue to be out and about responding to concerns and issues raised.

• You can follow the team on Facebook and Twitter @StAlbansPolice to see what action is being taken on a daily basis to help keep the district safe.

Fly-tipping, anti-social behaviour around local parks and speeding are the new safer neighbourhood priorities for Harpenden which were agreed last night (Wednesday 3 March).

The latest Priority Setting Forums (PSFs), made up of police officers, council representatives and members of the local education and business communities, was held virtually to agree what the Harpenden Safer Neighbourhood Team will focus on over the next three months.

Harpenden Neighbourhood Sergeant Mark Essam said: “Fly-tipping and anti-social behaviour in local parks remains a priority for us in Harpenden and the villages. Inconsiderate parking and causing an obstruction during school drop off and pick up times has been replaced with the new priority of speeding. This has come from information provided via the Constabulary’s community voice platform ‘echo’ and from feedback from members of the public, who play a huge part in the decision making.

Residents will see work being conducted to tackle these issues, which will include increased police presence and targeted enforcement.”

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The new neighbourhood priorities are: Fly-tipping - we will continue to work with landowners, residents and St Albans city and district council to reduce fly-tipping in the more remote areas including Wheathampstead and Redbourn.We will continue high-visibility and plain clothed patrols.

The council have installed CCTV in hot spot areas.

Fly-tipping is a criminal offence and if convicted, offenders face a fine of up to £50,000 and/or 12 months imprisonment.You could be liable if you pay someone to get rid of your waste and dump it illegally.

Anti-social behaviour in local parks in Rothampstead Park,The Common and Prava Close.

This priority has been extended to also include Redbourn recreational ground, Wheathampstead playing fields including the tennis and football pitches and Oakley Road.

We are working with the local town council and partner agencies. We have given out warnings and made several arrests for drug offences. We have also used community resolutions and fines. We will continue our high visibility patrols.

Speeding in Redbourn Road, Marford Road, Station Road, Lower Luton Road, Roundwood Lane, Brewhouse Hill and The Hill.We will be carrying out operations where speeding drivers will be fined or summonsed directly to court for excessive speed.

Sergeant Essam added: “Feedback from members of the public is vital to ensure that local policing resources are focusing on the issues that matter most to you. I want to thank everyone who has contacted us with their views and would encourage other people to get involved.

“While things are very different for everyone at the moment, my local officers are still out and about, responding to any concerns and issues raised.

“You can follow the work of local officers on Facebook and Twitter @StAlbansPolice to see what action is being taken on a daily basis to help keep the district a safe place to live, work and visit.”

You can use also our community voice platform ‘echo’ to let us know what you think we should be prioritising in your area. Your feedback will help towards shaping our local policing priorities, initiatives and campaigns. Visit Harpenden echo. (www.herts.police.uk/bit.ly/police-harpenden) Please note that echo should not be used to report crime; this should continue to be reported via the usual methods.

You can report information online, (www. h e rts.po lice.uk /Repo rt/Repo rt) or speak to an operator in our Force Communications Room via our online web chat (www.herts.police.uk/Information-and-services) or call the non-emergency number 101.

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No matter where you put one, mirrors are an easy way to reflect light, make a space look bigger, and open up a room.

Just like windows, mirrors add light and depth to the room interior, so feel free to use them as decorative windows that could be installed in any place you wish.

It shouldn’t necessarily be a big wall mirror, even a small mirror in bold framing can become a centre of attention.

Designers tend to use mirrors in small rooms since they are able to visually expand it. Just make sure it reflects nice views. Mirrors cannot only enlarge space, but also brighten it up and become an additional source of lighting.

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47a Front Street, Slip End, LU1 4BP.

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LIGHT BULB MOMENT. . . .

EDISON OLD FASHIONED BULBS These gorgeous vintage light bulbs create a beautiful ambiance - the old fashioned style filaments glowing with warm light, just like the originals invented by Thomas Edison. The old style light bulbs are very versatile and can either be used with a lamp shade or on their own to create a stunning focal point.

They can be used as the main light in a room or can simply be decorative.

These bulbs utilise eco-friendly, cost effect LED technology to present a fantastic alternative to traditional incandescent bulbs.

These bulbs are available in up to four wattages, 2W, 4W which are NON - Dimmable, (the equivalent to standard 40W & 60W) and 5W and 8W

DIMMABLE (the equivalent to standard 60W & 100W). To be used with an LED compatible dimmer switch.

Available from most High Street Shops - Keep It Local and Shop Locally.

Goodson Builders Ltd ESTABLISHED 1975

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RADIATE A GOOD VIBE IN YOUR HOME Gone are the days when radiators were hidden away out of site or behind covers.

degrees or that spare room that only your guests have to endure, now can become enjoyable spaces.

Today we have started to celebrate the beauty of them and with number of beautiful designs you can see why!

When it comes to choosing the right radiator there are many advantages to having modern designs installed. Not only can you potentially save money long term but you can also make the fashion statement you want and it can become the talking point of your room.

With such a huge choice of designs, finishes and colours, you can have a radiator placed in pretty much any area or space in your home without any problems. That awkward space in your hallway, the small downstairs loo that nobody uses because it -15

There are many websites out there that can help you calculate the size of radiator you need for the size of room. Alternatively you could contact your local Plumber’s Merchant, Bathroom Showroom or Heating engineer and speak to them for advice.

Start enjoying your radiators today!

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Harpenden Waste Away and Recycling are a Harpenden based, registered waste carrier that offers a friendly, affordable rubbish and waste removal service.

Our flexible approach ensures that we can meet your waste management needs in a quick, professional and friendly manner.

Often cheaper than a skip, we are the cost effective way to get rid of your waste legally and ethically with waste recycled where possible.

With the increase of fly-tipping, It’s very important to check that your waste carrier is fully licensed like Harpenden Waste Away which you can do easily, via this website:

At Harpenden Waste Away & Recycling our goal is to make waste removal fuss free for our customers and we take great pride in the work we do.

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Whether you want to clear out the garage, get rid of that old furniture, have some bulky waste that you can’t fit in your dustbin or have a full house clearance, it’s always worth giving us a call.

Harpenden Waste Away will always provide a professional service at a reasonable price guaranteed. We are a company committed to recycling and take all rubbish to transfer stations that recycle all reusable materials.

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Harpenden Waste Away & Recycling is a professional, friendly, reliable service that remove rubbish from homes, gardens and commercial business premises. The company is fully licensed with the Environment Agency as a registered waste carrier and is fully insured.

Local friendly service - Domestic house & garden clearance Commercial business waste removal - No Job too big or too small Removal of almost all types of rubbish – Same day collection Areas we cover: Harpenden, St. Albans, Redbourn, Wheathampstead, Welwyn Garden City, Hitchin, Luton, Hemel Hempstead, Watford, Dunstable & all surrounding areas.

Call Harpenden Waste Away & Recycling today and arrange your rubbish removal

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Our Serviced Apartments are available for short or long-term stays, providing a perfect residential retreat for business travellers on shortterm assignments, corporate relocations and leisure travellers.

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Harpenden House serviced apartments are located in the heart of the Town Centre.

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WHITE GOODS NOT SO WHITE!

White goods NOT so White!

Choosing a kitchen appliance colour to blend into your units and other kitchen finishes is the best way to ensure a seamless look. Appliance colours should complement the space, not hog the spotlight.

With a number of different colours, see what works for you… White appliances, while not the most popular option, do have their place. If you have white kitchen units, they can blend into the kitchen and become less noticeable in the room. Or, with very dark units (think charcoal or black), they can be a stark contrast and a ray of light in the room.

Black appliances have a bit more of an upscale look and are becoming popular in 2021, but they can create an overwhelmingly dark space in some circumstances. Consider them if you have stained wood or dark painted units.

Graphite appliances blend well with dark worktops and dark wood units, creating a smart finish to any kitchen.They have been a popular colour from the traditional white appliances for many years.

Stainless steel appliances are by far the most popular choice for appliances today. In truth, they do work in almost every situation. Whether you have white or colourful painted units, dark or light-stained wood or lacquered cabinetry, stainless steel will integrate beautifully into any space. They work in both contemporary and traditional homes.

Feeling bold…There now are a few manufactures that are producing many other colours, such as red to give you the opportunity to really make a statement.

Search online to find the colour that suits you are your kitchen - Mix away!

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“Fantastic! We are so thrilled with our new bathroom. Thank you, it really has been a pleasure from design consultation meetings through to completion. Would highly recommend Plumbsmith.”

Receive a minimum of 20% Discount on all Sanitary Ware when booking with Plumbsmith Contact Simon Smith on: 07961 067894 or 01582 937522

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Gardens

RECYCLING RATE UP

The recycling rate for St Albans District – as measured by weight – for 2019/20 is 63%, up from the previous year’s 62.1%.

We are among the top 10 recycling areas in England.

To help us improve further, residents are reminded they can recycle small electricals, batteries and textiles. They are collected weekly and should be placed in separate bags beside your bins on collection days.

Stop Press: Litter is a growing problem in the District, especially in hot weather.

Please dispose of your litter at home, and recycle what you can.

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HARPENDEN IN BLOOM 2021 HARPENDEN TOWN COUNCIL FLOWERBEDS The flowerbeds in Harpenden, Southdown and Batford have once again been planted up with cheery spring flowering plants and bulbs after having seen a very quiet summer in 2020.

The proposed planting for summer 2021 will be full of bright cheerful colours and is intended to lift spirits and to make the areas of Harpenden, Southdown and Batford look glorious once again.

The addition of barrier planters, which are going to be sited along the railings of the High Street in Harpenden, will add to the general ambience of Badger Landscapes half page ad.pdf 1 the town, enhancing it and ensuring that residents and visitors have a beautiful area to enjoy.

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The Town Council will once again be offering the opportunity to promote your business while at the same time supporting the centres of Harpenden, Batford and Southdown and this can be done by sponsoring one or more of our flowerbeds. For a reasonable price your company name and logo could be advertised in the flowerbed/s of your choice.

All flowerbeds are charged according to size and planted with summer and winter bedding to create beautiful seasonal displays. If you are interested in sponsoring a flowerbed, contact the Town Council on 01582 768278, email: Harpenden.town. council@ harpenden.gov.uk or for further information check out the Town Council website: www.harpenden.gov.uk COMPETITIONS It is with regret that the Town Council is unable to open its usual competitions due to the uncertainty of restrictions at this time.

However, keep an eye on the Town Council website as there may be events or competitions which can be entered online. The Town Council’s website is: 09/12/2017

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Badger Landscapes Landscape and Garden Services

A friendly and professional approach to our work is our key focus.

Badger Landscapes specialises in the following products & services

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Creating Beautiful Landscapes Matthew Gore Landscaping provides the full range of hard landscaping and soft landscaping for properties in Hertfordshire and surrounding counties.

Over the past 15 years we have built up a strong reputation and loyal client base with teams of experienced landscapers working on projects from small driveways up to large country gardens.

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GARDEN WASTE

S E R V I C E

The Council is introducing charges for all garden waste collections from Monday 5 July.

Most councils in England charge for this service and with the pandemic adversely affecting the finances of the Council and they can no longer continue to offer it free of charge.

They’re last free garden waste collection will be on the fortnight ending Friday 2 July.

A letter explaining the changes is included with your Council Tax pack.

Further information can be found at

www.stalbans.gov.uk/ gardenwaste-subscription-service

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ROCOCO Landscaping and Building was established in 2003.

With a wealth of experience in Landscape construction working alongside establishes garden designers.

We undertake all aspects of landscaping and have a number of testimonials from happy clients.

If you are looking for a complete garden make-over including design and build or perhaps something more modest, then ring Peter on:

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Motors

NEW CHARGING POINTS

Fast charging points for electric vehicles have been installed at Westminster Lodge car park to help motorists switch from fossil fuels.

The initiative is part of the Council’s commitment to cut harmful carbon emissions and tackle the climate emergency.

The three dual charging points, which can be used by up to six vehicles at time, are part of a pilot scheme.

It is intended to install further points across the District, including Harpenden, once the outcome of the trial has been evaluated. Electric Blue, which is based in St Albans, was appointed to install, maintain and operate the chargers.

For more information, visit:

www.stalbans.gov.uk

K.S. & K.G. TYLER Motor engineers

All makes of cars serviced and repaired 60a Cravells Road, Harpenden, Herts

Tel: 01582 713328 Established since 1964

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