What's On July 2022

Covering Harpenden, Wheathampstead, Redbourn & surrounding villages.

July to September 2022

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Summer 2022 Contents Welcome to the Summer Edition of What’s On Herts, brought to you by Your Local Media Ltd. The Sun has been shining so far, so hopefully we are in for a hot summer, but you never know with our weather!

Come rain or shine, we have plenty of ideas on what to do, over the next three months in our “Diary of Events” section, so check out pages 36 – 52 for some great ideas.

Don’t forget to reserve some key dates in your diary such as Classics on the Common in July and Harpenden Real Beer Festival in September, to name a few great events happening locally.

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FRIENDS OF COSNE ARE 40!

Who, you might ask, are the Friends of Cosne?

Well, if you live in Harpenden and its surrounds, it’s you!!

That’s because Harpenden is twinned with Cosne–Cours–sur–Loire, in France, as well as with Alzey, in Germany. Hence the naming of roads in the Town - Cosne Mews and Alzey Gardens. Both Towns have “Friends of” groups here in Harpenden and an equivalent group in France and Germany.

Anyone who is interested in town twinning can join these “Friends of” groups.

The Friends of Cosne started in 1982, when the Mayors of Harpenden and Cosne signed the Twinning Charter. So, this year is our 40th anniversary! Quite an achievement!

The Friends of Cosne is a social group bringing together all those interested in the French link and organises visits to Cosne, and hospitality for the visitors from Cosne when they come to visit Harpenden.

In spite of Covid-19, several social activities have been possible over the last two years, some via Zoom, such as quizzes and carol singing. Before these tricky times, the Friends of Cosne activities were much wider, including wine tasting evenings (Cosne is in the Sancerre wine region of France) and Bastille Day celebrations! It is hoped to return to those less restrictive days very soon and we would love to welcome some new faces to join in the fun and entertainment. A summer barbecue is already in the planning and a visit to Cosne later in the year is also in the early stages of organisation.

There are opportunities for those who speak French to join our bi-weekly chat on Zoom with some of the Cosnois Friends of Harpenden.

However, there is no need to speak French to join the Friends of Cosne group.

Keep up to date by signing up for the newsletter by emailing Kristina Lucas at kristina.lucas@gmail.com or contact the Chairman, Gill Clark at gmclark1944@gmail.com and you will be added to the membership list at no charge.

So let us raise a glass of Sancerre to our 40th anniversary and to many more years of the Friends of Cosne and the Friends of Harpenden!

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HELP MARY REDGRAVE TO RAISE MONEY FOR THE CHILDREN OF UKRAINE

I am going to ask anyone who can or wants to, to support my mission to raise money for the children of Ukraine.

The idea is as simple as the very simple book I have just had published - I am donating EVERY PENNY of the net proceeds I receive on sales of TO THE MOON AND BACK to the children of Ukraine.

The more we raise, the bigger the project we can help with, so please send it to EVERYONE you know and encourage them to buy it. Even if you don’t have small children (it really is for small children) then you might have a nephew, niece, grandchild, neighbour or just a special little friend you meet who would like it, now or one day.

The idea is to show the children of Ukraine they too are loved to the Moon and Back.

THANK YOU, EVERYONE OUT THERE WHO BUYS A COPY. REALLY THANK YOU. Mary Ellen (Med/Mary Redgrave) Amazon.co.uk : mary redgrave to the moon and back www.waterstones.com/book/to-the-moon-andback/mary-redgrave/9781839342288

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Lisa is a Trustee of PARC, a local charity that successfully delivered the new Rothamsted Play Area and is currently fundraising to redevelop the Rothamsted Skate Park. Her involvement in the community project led to her standing and subsequent election as a Harpenden West Ward Councillor in 2019.

Lisa works as a Chiropractor at Body Mechanix in Harpenden. In her spare time, Lisa will often be seen out walking with her family and their girls’ ponies, in the gym, or enjoying a coffee.

Lisa is very much looking forward to serving for the first time as Town Mayor after serving as Deputy Mayor in 2021-22. She says ‘It is a great honour to serve as Town Mayor and I am very much looking forward to the year ahead.

Cllr Lisa Scriven is the new Town Mayor for 2022-23.

Lisa was born in Belfast and spent her childhood in Durban, South Africa. On return to England 20 years ago she studied at the Anglo-European College of Chiropractic in Bournemouth. She spent time practicing in the West Midlands and thereafter the Cotswolds where she met her husband, Ed. In 2013, after some years living and working in London, they settled in Harpenden. They have two daughters at Crabtree School.

The Council is working hard to deliver a number of exciting projects this year and we are thrilled to see the return of a busy events programme. I will also be holding a number of fundraisers in support of my appointed charities - see page opposite for information on these wonderful charities - your support will be hugely appreciated.

There is something for everyone and I look forward to welcoming you to them.

Cllr John Drake is the new Deputy Mayor for 2022-23.

John was born in Leeds and read Economics at Lancaster University where he spent an additional year as Treasurer of the Student Union before training as a Chartered Accountant.

His career was mainly in equipment financing and John spent 21 years as a Finance Director in that sector.

He retired in 2019. John has lived in Harpenden for 23 years.

He was elected to the Town Council in 2019, is currently Chair of the Corporate Policy & Finance Committee and represents the Council on the Friends of Cosne group, Harpenden’s French Twin Town.

His other activities include volunteering at a local charity shop, regular walking and supporting England and Yorkshire Cricket. John is serving for the first time as Deputy Mayor.

He says ‘I am delighted to have been asked to be Deputy Mayor of our lovely Town and look forward to working on the recovery from the pandemic and realising the value of the new outstanding facilities the Town Council has been able to invest in.

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Classics on the Common This year’s event will be held on Wednesday 27th July 2022 from 10.30am - 8pm

Since 1994, for one day a year, Harpenden Common hosts what has become one of the biggest midweek classic car shows in Britain. Whatever the weather, nothing stops most of the pre-registered owners of more than 1000 classic vehicles, motorcycles and scooters from driving to Harpenden from all over the UK to display their cherished vehicles.

Up to 10,000 spectators spend hours admiring the mouth-watering collection.

A classic vehicle should be at least 25 years old but visitors can usually spot one or two from around a century ago, such as a 1910 Triumph, a 1913 model T Ford and a 1916 Stanley steam engine car. Every decade following is well represented, too, from Rolls Royces and Maseratis to Austin A40s and Morris Minors.

At heart, Classics on the Common remains a community event. Its charity fundraising is significant, too: over the show’s 27-year life nearly £300,000 has been distributed to local, children’s, national and international charities.

Classic vehicle owners make a donation to enter and, although there is no entry charge to the public, spectators have always responded generously when approached with collecting buckets.

We encourage local businesses linked to the motoring market by having stalls where they can sell their products, taking banner advertising and in recent years local motoring companies have been able to take space to diplay their newest models.

In 2020 we had a enforced holiday through Covid but we came back with a bang in 2021. Despite being in September the weather was amazing and thanks to the huge generosity of our spectators and sponsors, we raised an over £33,000 for our charities and other good causes.This enabled Rotary in Harpenden to donate sizeable sums to Harpenden Trust, Hope and Homes for Children and Harpenden Spotlight on Africa.

Our main charities for 2022 are:

HOME-START HERTFORDSHIRE • LUTON, SOUTH BEDS AND HARPENDEN SAMARITANS GLOBAL SIGHT SOLUTIONS • RCIC MALAWI WATER PROJECT 3 Classics on the Common now ranks as one of the biggest one day events in the classic car calendar and is well known as a fantastic charity fundraising event.

Organised by Harpenden Rotary, Classics on the Common showcases more than 1000 classics cars, motor cycles and scooters on Harpenden Common.You’ll find a Chevy Bel Air rubbing shoulders with a 1927 Trojan, and a rare 1978 Matra Bagheera with a1959 Berlinetta. Plus 10,000 admiring spectators!

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The Ukrainian flags Harpenden Town Council raised back in March are still flying high in Harpenden and as Ukrainian families are starting to arrive, the Town Council is working in partnership with local organisations to make sure that the support available is both accessible and efficient. HARPENDEN Town Council’s key partnerships include The Harpenden Trust, Harpenden Money Advice Centre, Local Churches, The Salvation Army, and the James Marshall Foundation who all offer invaluable support to those in need and are either already supporting families from Ukraine or are keen to do so as soon as possible.

Harpenden Town Council’s role is to ensure that we maximise the support on offer, avoid duplication where possible, and identify and resolve any issues or gaps.They have produced an information guide which is available on their website, as a printed document and can be emailed. The guide has been produced to assist UK hosts and Ukrainian guests with sign posts to available help in Harpenden.

Please follow Harpenden Town Council’s social media channels for further updates or get in touch if you would like them to email or print off a copy of the information guide.

For more information visit: www.harpenden.gov.uk

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It’s a weekly and quarterly audio programme posted to our listeners’ homes free-of-charge (with the alternative ‘listen online’ option through our website or the Talking Newspaper App).

It helps a variety of local residents of all ages – those with limited sight and others with temporary or long-term conditions that limit their enjoyment of the written word – to keep up-to-date with what’s going on in St Albans, Harpenden and all the villages and parishes within the District.

Each week, it covers the top news items and readers’ letters from the local papers (Herts Advertiser and St Albans Review). Plus interviews, features, nature notes, articles from Hertfordshire Life Magazine, local events & entertainment previews, reviews of talking books and a preview of what’s coming up on national radio stations over the following week – all this and more to create a ‘radio’ programme that’s entertaining and informative.

The quarterly magazine then offers a selection of ‘the best of recent years’ as a way to enjoy again some of the highlights.

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This deal sees HCSL join the Ashtons Group, currently operating with 120 staff in six commuter locations outside of the M25, within the A41-M1-A1 corridor.

Karl Judd, Managing Director of Ashtons said;“We are delighted to introduce the Home County Sales & Lettings business to our ever-expanding network.The business is perfectly aligned with our own values, focused on providing exceptional service levels.”

Liz Sibley, Director of Home County Sales & Lettings added;“I would like to thank all our loyal customers who have supported me on my journey with HCSL. It is a day of rather mixed emotions for me, after 10 years at the helm whilst I am sad to be saying goodbye to our loyal clients, I am confident that I am leaving HCSL in very safe hands with Ashtons and they will continue to provide a first-class service.”

The HCSL business will now be based at Ashtons’ High Street office in Harpenden.

This is Ashtons’ third acquisition in little more than a year following Aitchisons Residential in St Albans and Berkhamsted, and Putterills Land and Development Ltd in Hitchin.

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19th, 20th AND 21st OF AUGUST

The Flamstead Scarecrow Festival has been running in the village of Flamstead since 2002.

Originally the Flamstead Scarecrow Festival’s founder Peter Milson, from Lincolnshire, introduced the idea to the village in 2002 as a fundraiser for two charities. It has had the backing of the village and its residents ever since, with amazing Scarecrows being created each year for the public to view.

In 2018, Paul and Sally stepped down after many years of hard work and Clare took over the reins with a reinvigorated committee who were eager to take the festival forward. In 2018, in addition to providing a fantastic day out for those attending the festival, the festival was run for the sole benefit of St Leonard’s Church. The £23,000 raised from the festival was donated towards saving the historic church at the centre of village life.This church is in threat of closure if the roof is not repaired.

In 2019 the Festival was cancelled due to tragic events which took place in the village shortly before the event was due to take place.

Each year, residents from the village of Flamstead create fabulous scarecrows and display them in their front gardens or around the village. There is a competition to see who can make the best scarecrow. Those attending the festival purchase voting forms and vote for their favourite scarecrows.

The festival is run for Charity, as a fundraiser by volunteers and relies on the goodwill of those attending to help make the festival a success.

For the past fifteen years, the festival was expertly run by Paul Mcmahon, Sally Wagon and their team on the Scarecrow Committee. The two charities which benefitted from the Scarecrow Festival were Friends of St Leonard’s Church and Herts Multiple Sclerosis Therapy Centre.

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In 2020 and 2021, the event was cancelled due to the Coronavirus Pandemic.

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VISITS TO LEISURE CENTRES SOAR

Visits to major leisure centres in St Albans District have soared by more than 60% in just one year, it has been revealed.

St Albans City and District Council owns four centres – Westminster Lodge and Batchwood, both in St Albans, Cotlandswick, in London Colney, and one in Harpenden that was recently rebuilt.

In the three months from April last year, when centres reopened following a COVID-19 lockdown, there were a combined 289,110 visits to the centres.

There have since been significant rises in each following quarter with 481,608 visits in the first three months of this year.That represents a 67% increase during the 12 months involved.

The figures were presented to a meeting of the Council’s Public Realm Committee on Thursday 16 June.

After the meeting, Councillor Helen Campbell – the Committee’s Chair – said: It is very heartening to see such substantial increases and I hope the trend will continue for some time yet.

We have four outstanding leisure centres with first-rate facilities for numerous sports and activities including swimming, badminton, gym work-outs, tennis and walking football.

They also provide opportunities for a variety of classes and group activities such as dance, yoga and spinning.

Maintaining physical health and mental wellbeing is vitally important to us all and it is wonderful to see our residents of all ages, right across our community, making more and more use of the centres and the range of activities on offer.

Harpenden Leisure Centre was rebuilt as part of a £20 million development that also included the creation of a new culture hub, the Eric Morecambe Centre.

More than 3,600 visits were made in its first week in April last year. It includes a 25-metre-long swimming pool, a learner pool, a state-ofthe-art gym, sports hall and two exercise studios.

Cllr Campbell added:“The committee was really impressed with how well the centre has become established in its first year. I am sure it will go from strength to strength in the coming years like our other centres.”

Leisure contractor 1Life manages Harpenden, Batchwood and Cotlandswick on the Council’s behalf while Everyone Active runs Westminster Lodge.

More information about the centres is available at their dedicated websites: Harpenden: https://www.1life.co.uk/Harpenden-Leisure-centre/; Batchwood: https://www.1life.co.uk/Batchwood-Golf-Course-and-Sports-Centre/.

Cotlandswick: https://www.1life.co.uk/cotlandswick-leisure-centre/ Westminster Lodge: https://www.everyoneactive.com/centre/westminster-lodge-leisure-centre/.

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Following a surge in holiday bookings due to the lifting of various Covid restrictions, Travel Four Seasons is encouraging consumers to book with trusted travel businesses after it has been revealed an average of £1,168* is lost by those affected by holiday fraud, and thousands of holidaymakers suffer in long queues and experience flight cancellations.

Travel Four Seasons is revealing a number of ways holidaymakers fall victim to fraud, including bookings made through fake websites which appear genuine, false advertisements placed on social media and legitimate websites, and misleading communication through WhatsApp, social media and email.

Sean Fletcher, Director at Travel Four Seasons said:“Booking through a reputable business is always the safest way to avoid fraudulent bookings and to ensure you get the best offers possible for your holiday. Holiday scammers are using new tactics which are harder than ever to detect, with some victims not even realising they’ve been scammed until the day of their holiday.

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Sean Fletcher, said: “After a long period of travel uncertainty, it’s no surprise that the public are ready and raring to get back on a plane to their favourite destinations.

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A meeting of the Council’s Policy Committee on Thursday 23 June considered a report about the issue and urged him to write directly.

Cllr White, who is also the Committees’ Chair, said after the meeting: Preparing a Local Plan is one of the most difficult challenges that any local authority is faced with.

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COUNCIL READY TO SHARE SERVICES WITH NEIGHBOURING AUTHORITIES St Albans City and District Council (SADC) is preparing to share some services with neighbouring local authorities to improve efficiency and the quality of services for local residents and businesses.

Members of the Council’s Policy Committee recommended the initiative at its meeting on Thursday 23 June.

SADC’s Planning Enforcement, Building Control and Legal Services will be shared with Watford Borough Council.

The Internal Audit service will be shared with Broxbourne Borough Council, Epping Forest District Council and Harlow District Council.

Among the aims is a transformation of services to ensure they follow best practices, are more cost-effective and consistent to enhance quality.

The services will also be more resilient because of greater capacity and increasing depth of staff while there will be better opportunities for staff development.

There will also be scope to make some financial savings although this has not been the primary driver of the move.

Councillor Chris White, SADC Leader and Policy Committee Chair, said after the meeting: This is the culmination of a lot of work that has gone on behind the scenes with neighbouring Councils about how we can join together to improve the services we offer our residents and businesses.

The use of shared services is common amongst other District Councils as the greater scale provides stronger and more flexible services that can adapt to future challenges.

As well as the non-financial benefits, a more collaborative way of working will realise financial benefits, too.

This is an important consideration at a time when our Budget is under increasing pressure from rising inflation and the continuing impact on our finances of the pandemic. It is a demonstration of our commitment to give our residents value for money.

The Committee’s recommendations will go before a meeting of SADC’s Full Council in July for approval.

Planning Enforcement and Building Control shared services should start from Thursday 1 September, Internal Audit from 1 October or earlier and Legal from 1 January next year.

SADC will be the lead authority for Legal Services and Watford BC will be the lead for Planning Enforcement and Building Control.

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Play the lottery, support St Albans District - it’s that simple!

Tickets for the lottery cost just £1 a week. Each ticket has a 1 in 50 chance to win a prize each week, with a top prize of £25,000! That’s a better chance of winning than the National Lottery or the Health Lottery.

Prizes will be given to players with tickets that match the first or last 2 to 6 numbers from the winning combination. Match all six and you win the jackpot!

The lottery and its prizes are our way of putting the fun in fundraising. The real winners are the good causes. From every £1 ticket sold 60p will go to good causes in St Albans District. To put this in perspective when you play the National Lottery 25% goes to good causes – we’ve more than doubled the ticket percentage that goes to good causes.

Even better, you can choose which good cause gets 50p of the 60p (the remaining 10p will be distributed to other local good causes).

We hope you’ll join us in making St Albans District even better and have some fun along the way.

If you have any questions please via our email address: support@stalbansdistrictlottery.co.uk

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If you are interested in the world, keen to keep your brain active and want to participate in an activity with like minded people then an HLfL course may just be what you are looking for.

HLfL is a not-for-profit organisation run by local people. It runs courses on a wide range of topics, each led by an experienced professional. Each course comprises 10 weekly daytime sessions, each session lasting 1 ½ or 2 hours. No qualifications are required to attend. There is no homework and no exams. Fees are payable, but are set at a level to only cover costs. Our participants find courses an affordable, friendly, informal and enjoyable experience, with many returning every year.

New topics this autumn include Garden History; looking at the first gardens to the great designers, including their works in Hertfordshire. Our new Aviation History course is a wide ranging study of the history of flight, aircraft and of course the role of the De Havilland Company. If you have ever wondered about the ancient Freedom of the City and just who is entitled to drive their sheep over London Bridge, join the group to explore the fascinating History of the City of London. Returning this autumn, we will have illustrated courses on both Modern and Renaissance Art and you could spend a very enjoyable Tuesday morning exploring the majesty of Haydn’s music.The ever popular Virginia Briscoe returns with her lively Current Affairs class, as does Michael King who will be using London in Literature as his theme to explore a wide range of genres.

Courses run in the Autumn and Spring terms from The Harpenden Trust Centre in Southdown, and the Function Room of the Plough and Harrow, just across the road. Care is taken to ensure the rooms are sufficiently spacious for the number of attendees and well ventilated. The Function Room at the Plough and Harrow has its own entrance. Ample parking is available at the CO-OP nearby. There is usually a break for schools’ half term. In the event of a return to ‘lockdown’ most courses move on to Zoom, but participants are offered a refund if this is not possible.

Why not find out some more about these classes and visit the HLfL website: www.harpendenlearningforleisure.org.uk If you have any further queries please email Elaine O’Brien: enrol@harpendenlearningforleisure.org.uk .

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Never leave your dog alone in a car on a warm day.

If you see a dog in distress in a hot car, dial 999.

Many people still believe that it’s ok to leave a dog in a car on a warm day if the windows are left open or they’re parked in the shade, but the truth is, it’s still a very dangerous situation for the dog.

A car can become as hot as an oven very quickly, even when it doesn’t feel that warm.When it’s 22 degrees, in a car it can reach an unbearable 47 degrees within the hour.

What to do if you see a dog in a car on a warm day: In an emergency, the RSPCA may not be able to attend quickly enough, and with no powers of entry, they’d need police assistance at such an incident.

Don’t be afraid to dial 999, the police will inform the RSPCA if animal welfare assistance is required.

Help a dog in a hot car: • Establish the animal’s health and condition.

If they’re displaying any signs of heatstroke dial 999 immediately.

• If the situation becomes critical for the dog and the police are too far away or unable to attend, many people’s instinct will be to break into the car to free the dog.

If you decide to do this, please be aware that without proper justification, this could be classed as criminal damage and, potentially, you may need to defend your actions in court.

• Make sure you tell the police what you intend to do and why. Take pictures or videos of the dog and the names and numbers of witnesses to the incident. The law states that you have a lawful excuse to commit damage if you believe that the owner of the property that you damage would consent to the damage if damage would consent 32

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The City and District of St Albans Tour Guides Association was founded in 1964, as an independent organisation.

Our guides are qualified to either Blue Badge or Green Badge level within the Institute of Tourist Guiding, and all have a comprehensive knowledge of local history and guiding techniques. St Albans City Guides are all volunteers, who have an enthusiasm and commitment to promoting the city of St Albans to local residents and visitors alike.

Walks take place on most weekends throughout the year, and members of the public are welcome to book in advance.

We offer a wide variety of themed walks within our programme, reflecting the rich and diverse history of St Albans: HISTORIC ST ALBANS - A CITY REVEALED - FROM TUDOR ST ALBANS TO ROMAN VERULAMIUM, A WALK BACK IN TIME STREET WAR MEMORIALS - ST MICHAEL’S AND FISHPOOL STREET COACHING INNS A MODERN CITY REVEALED ARISTOCRATS, PAUPERS & PHILANTHROPISTS - A MONASTERY REVEALED TUDOR ST ALBANS REVEALED VICTORIAN ST ALBANS - THE PUBS OF ST ALBANS - CRIME AND PUNISHMENT ART AND ARCHITECTURE - A ROUND WITH SAM RYDER In addition to our public walks, we also cater for pre-booked private groups. Examples of such groups include local schoolchildren, overseas academics, staff outings and U3A history groups. In partnership with the Cathedral Guides, we now offer a combined City and Cathedral tour, which takes in both the magnificent cathedral and the city surrounding it.

Each walk costs £6 per person and must be booked in advance via www.ticketsource.co.uk/city-of-st-albans-tour-guides Tickets will be available to buy in advance until one hour before the start time of the walk. Refunds will only be given if requested more than 48 hours before the start time of the walk. Tickets can be exchanged for an alternative date any time before the start of the walk which the tickets were originally purchased for.

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Wednesday 3rd August Saturday 6th August Sunday 7th August Sunday 7th August Wednesday 10th August Saturday 13th August Sunday 14th August Sunday 14th August Wednesday 17th August Saturday 20th August Saturday 20th August Sunday 21st August Sunday 21st August Wednesday 24th August Saturday 27th August Sunday 28th August Sunday 28th August Monday 29th August Monday 29th August Wednesday 31st August

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Childwickbury Arts Fair - Event Times 10am – 5pm Childwickbury Arts Fair is a showcase of art and crafts, in the beautiful grounds of the Childwickbury estate near St.Albans, Hertfordshire. Witness the creative process in action and engage with over 60 artists and craftspeople from all over the UK. A relaxed atmosphere provides an informal gallery experience where you can buy directly from the artists. Event address: Childwickbury Estate, Harpenden Road, St Albans, AL3 6JU. For more information please visit: www.childwickburyarts.com/childwickbury-arts-fair-2019 St Albans Vegan Market The Vegan Market event takes over St Peter’s Street from 10.30am – 4pm. The event brings together a huge variety of vegan street food, artisan bakers, craft brewers, ethical jewellers, sustainable chandlers, local artists, zero-waste champions, environmental charities and loads more.

For more information visit: www.veganmarkets.co.uk/location/st-albans

The Bootleg Beatles Now celebrating 40 years since their debut on the West End stage in ‘Beatlemania’, the world’s Premier Beatles band continues to draw critical acclaim with their flawless recreation of the greatest songbook in history. Tracing the Fab Four’s journey through the swinging 60s, every tiny detail is forensically observed from their authentic period costumes and instruments, to their witty stage banter and mind bogglingly accurate vocal impersonation Doors Open at 6.30pm, Auditorium 7.00pm and show starts at 7.30pm. Tickets available by calling the Box Office on 01727 844488 or visit www.alban-arena.co.uk Venue: Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL1 3LD.

Tim Vine is Plastic Elvis - Please note that this is not a stand-up comedy show The total sell out at the Edinburgh festival is now on tour! Feel the electricity as Plastic Elvis hits the stage backed by his incredible five piece THE HIGH NOON BAND. He’ll shake, he’ll smoulder, he’ll try and control his hair & in the end he’ll break your heart. Sing along with some of the King’s greatest songs on a breathless night of rock’n’roll. With support from special guests John Archer as BIG BUDDY HOLLY and song writing legend DAVID MARTIN. This show will contain moves that even Plastic Elvis himself isn’t expecting. Doors Open at 6.30pm, Auditorium 7.00pm and show starts at 7.30pm. Tickets available by calling the Box Office on 01727 844488 or visit www.alban-arena.co.uk Venue: Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL1 3LD. Harpenden Garden Society Day Coach Trip Day Coach Trip to Lamport Hall and an NGS Garden in Northamptonshire Only £30.00 pp. Buffet Lunch (Lunch optional) additional £9.00 pp Non members very welcome to join us.

For more information please contact Glyn Goodwin on 0797 907 1287

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Bunfight at the OK CORRAL The Hurst Children’s Theatre Group Variety of times – See website for times www.hurstchildrenstheatregroup.co.uk This is the tale of silent movie star cowboy The Dead End Kid. Sacked by his studio because he really wants to be a ‘singer’, he is hired by the Mayor of SoftBed Springs to rid the town of Lucretia McEvil and her gang. The Kid thinks it’s a showbiz booking. When he realizes his mistake, he quits town and is branded a coward. After help and training from various locals, he resolves to return to SoftBed and deal with McEvil. The shoot out takes place at the OK Corral. Although this is a World where they use ‘buns’ not ‘guns’!! Played by children aged 3 to 18 with their usual boundless energy and enthusiasm, this is a musical comedy not to miss. Jonas Hurst and the HCTG group have been producing shows in Harpenden for over 15 years. It is a tried & tested recipe with many devotees returning year after year for fun and entertainment. Bookings and enquiries should be made by email hctg@live.co.uk or telephone 07568 363104. There is more info on their website www.hurstchildrenstheatregroup.co.uk

Dr John Cooper Clarke – I Wanna Be Yours John Cooper Clarke shot to prominence in the 1970s as the original ‘people’s poet’.

His unique poetry was put to music by producer Martin Hannett and a band of Mancunians The Invisible Girls. Today he performs purely as a stand-up solo poet. His unique poetry show has been touring worldwide for over 15 years. John’s 2018 poetry collection The Luckiest Guy Alive. Features 30 new poems. Doors Open at 7pm, Auditorium 7.30pm and show starts at 8pm.

Tickets available by calling the Box Office on 01727 844488 or visit www.alban-arena.co.uk Venue: Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL1 3LD.

Sound Of Springsteen Formed in late 2017 from a passion for the work of ‘THE BOSS each member of this 8 piece band have their own unique abilities as performers and an undeniable love of the music. The band members as they are now, have impressive references, listing previous UK tours alongside recordings with big names in the music industry. The band has made it clear that their passion for SPRINGSTEEN outweighs all others.

Come and have a great night with THE SOUND OF SPRINGSTEEN. Doors Open at 6.30pm, Auditorium 7.00pm and show starts at 7.30pm. Tickets available by calling the Box Office on 01727 844488 or visit www.alban-arena.co.uk Venue: Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL1 3LD.

Larks in the Parks Larks In The Park at Batford Springs is an established community event attracting over 1800 visitors every year, with numbers increasing each year. With FREE ENTRANCE, there really is no excuse not to join us for an afternoon and evening packed full of fun and excitement for the whole family. We have a full afternoon’s line up of wonderful live music and amusements for the whole family to enjoy such as Peppa Pig Live, Live Music, Duck Race, Donkey Rides, Crazy Golf, Bubblologist. ...and that’s not all! We are also thrilled to announce that we will once again have the largest Mega Slide in Hertfordshire for those riders who are brave enough! As one of the most popular attractions at last year’s Larks in the Park. Refreshments will be plentiful for what we hope will be a fantastic sunny day of fun. Last but certainly not least, throughout the day, there will be a variety of stalls ranging from Charity tombola’s to unusual gifts and treats.

See you on the 10th July! For more information please visit: www.larksinthepark.com

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The 2022 Harpenden Lions Club Highland Gathering on Sunday 10 July again promises a day of family entertainment with (for the first time) performances from the Irish folk band Missing the Ferry and from local jazz and blues group Hoofie and the Bad Habits. The popular Wight Hot Pipes will also play and Rock Choir, Dance Studio, falconry, ferret racing, archery, scouts cannon races and children’s races will all make a welcome return. The Scottish theme will include Marching Pipe Bands, Highland Dancing Displays and Highland Games Heavy Events including tossing the caber and haggis hurling. Come and join the fun! This year’s charities are Emmaus Hertfordshire (supporting the homeless), the Motor Neurone Disease Association and Harpenden Lions Charities, which include their Life Skills Programme (supporting PSHE teaching in local schools). Adult tickets cost just £4 in advance (£7 on the gate) and can be purchased online at www.harpenden-lions.co.uk or at local sales outlets in Harpenden.

Entry is free for accompanied children age 16 and under.

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Stella Mann College Release - Two show Times 2.30pm and 7.30pm Doors Open at 1.30pm, Auditorium 2.00pm and show starts at 2.30pm AND Doors Open at 6.30pm, Auditorium 7.00pm and show starts at 7.30pm.

Stella Mann College is delighted to be back to The Alban Arena for the annual Summer Show. It will be an exciting, fast paced extravaganza of dance and musical theatre which is sure to be enjoyed by all. The performers are age 16 upwards. Come and join us for this wonderful celebration of the performing arts.

Tickets available by calling the Box Office on 01727 844488 or visit www.alban-arena.co.uk Venue: Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL1 3LD.

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Pack up a picnic, stock up on fizz and join us for an afternoon and evening of sublime music and dramatic displays at the 21st annual Hatfield House Battle Proms Concert.

Enjoy a full 2 hour orchestral concert from the New English Concert Orchestra, including a host of well-known uplifting classical pieces and of course the traditional ‘last night of the proms’ flag-waving sing-along with favourites such as Jerusalem, Land of Hope and Glory and more, all under a sky of breath-taking fireworks!

For more information please visit: www.battleproms.com/venues/hatfield-house Great British Food Festival The Great British Food Festival is back again bringing amazing artisan producers, scrumptious street food, brilliant bars and live entertainment. The perfect recipe for a fun, foodie, family day out!For exhibitor enquiries please contact the event organisers directly: greatbritishfoodfestival.com Tickets will also include access to Knebworth Park, Gardens, Dinosaur Trail and Adventure Playground. Book online before your visit for a reduced rate. Full priced tickets will also be available at the entrance on the day of your visit. Under 3’s are welcome free of charge.Please check your tickets carefully before purchasing as we are unable to refund or transfer tickets.

For information on admission for Essential carers please visit: www.knebworthhouse.com/accessibility/ Venue: Knebworth House Old Knebworth Ln, Stevenage SG1 2AX If you are using a Sat Nav system use the post code of the Stevenage Novotel at Junction 7 – SG1 2AX – not the Knebworth House post code!

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St Albans Antique and Vintage Market - Event Time: 9am – 3pm Sundays, once a month (ish), have got a whole lot more interesting in St Albans City Centre. An outdoor street market right in the heart of this amazing Cathedral City bringing all manner of Antiques, Vintage, Brocante and Architectural Salvage…An amazing atmosphere…and inspirational dealers.

For more information visit: www.stalbansantiqueandvintagemarket.com Harpenden Sustainability Market We are delighted that the Harpenden Sustainability Markets are now a regular event. They take place on Lower High Street 10-3pm on the 3rd Sunday of alternate months (exc Jan) The markets are organised in partnership by Sustainable St Albans and Harpenden Town Council The markets are organised in partnership by Sustainable St Albans and Harpenden Town Council For more information please visit: www.sustainablestalbans.org/sustainability-market

Folk by the Oak at Hatfield Park - Times 12pm – 10.30pm We’re overjoyed to announce that The Proclaimers will headline Folk by the Oak 2022!

They join the legendary Richard Thompson on our main stage ‘line-up of headliners’, plus 2 simply incredible collaborations in the form of Spell Songs and AKA Trio. Folk by the Oak is just outside London, but feels a million miles away. This one day festival is surrounded by the leafy green parkland of Hatfield Park, where you will be immersed in music, history, ancient oaks, bunting, fun and laughter. From the intimacy of our Acorn Stage to the open air festival buzz of our Main Stage, we will bring you award winning musicians and inspiring new talent in one memorable day. For more information and tickets, visit: www.folkbytheoak.com/festival-info/ Roy Orbison & The Traveling Wilburys Experience A real up-tempo, feel good show, audiences are treated to a range of hits, not just from the Wilburys (Handle with Care, End of the Line, Tweeter and the Monkey Man and others), but also from the back catalogue of the famous five themselves – from Dylan’s Blowing in the Wind and Mighty Quinn, to Tom Petty’s always rousing Runnin Down A Dream. Other highlights include George Harrison’s Here Comes the Sun and Mr Blue Sky by Jeff Lynne.

The show also features Big Screen Projection throughout.

Doors Open at 6.30pm, Auditorium 7.00pm and show starts at 7.30pm. Tickets available by calling the Box Office on 01727 844488 or visit www.alban-arena.co.uk Venue: Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL1 3LD.

Harpenden Record Fair - Free Entry. Fair times 10am – 4pm Whether you’re a collector or browser, there’s music for all tastes in all formats from a hall full of dealers selling music on vinyl and CDs as well as DVDs, memorabilia and books.

Pick up that rarity that’s been eluding you for years or catch a bargain: our sellers are here to buy, sell or trade! Venue: The Eric Morecambe Centre, Rothamsted Park, Harpenden, Herts, AL5 2FR. Stall holder enquiries: glenn.eventhorizon@gmail.com

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In The Night Garden Various show times: Saturday at 1pm & 4pm and Sunday at 10am, 1pm, 4pm. In the Night Garden Live show is coming to The Alban Arena in 2022! Igglepiggle, Upsy Daisy, Makka Pakka & friends are back in their fun-filled live show Igglepiggle’s Busy Day! Join Igglepiggle as he looks for his friends in the Night Garden by following their funny sounds until he finds them all! You’ll see all your favourite characters beautifully brought to life with full-size costumes, magical puppets, and enchanting music.

This show lasts just under an hour & your little ones will be amazed when they see a very special visit from the amazing flying Pinky Ponk. Tickets available by calling the Box Office on 01727 844488 or visit www.alban-arena.co.uk Venue: Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL1 3LD.

Michael Bublé at Hatfield Park - Time 5.00pm – 10.30pm Grammy-award winning global megastar Michael Bublé will return to the UK in July 2022 with a very special tour that will visit beautiful stately homes, castles and cricket grounds across the country. Set to be some of the most vocally and visually stunning concerts of the year, the forthcoming ‘An Evening with Michael Bublé’ summer tour will blend his world-class showmanship with the impressive grandeur of magnificent venues, for an unforgettable musical experience. For more information & tickets, visit: www.hatfield-house.co.uk/event/an-evening-with-michael-buble Harpenden Farmers Market Harpenden Farmers’ Market takes place on the 4th Sunday of the month from 10.00am to 2.00pm and is run and organised by us at Harpenden Town Council. The Farmers’ Market accommodates approximately 70 stalls and runs northbound along the Lower High Street from Sainsbury’s Supermarket to Strutt & Parker. Each Market finds a huge selection of produce available including: meats, pies, sausages; fish; preserves – pickles, jams and honey; cheeses; vegetables and fruit; flowers and plants; fresh bread, cakes and pastries; eggs; beer, wine and liqueurs. For more information please visit www.harpenden.gov.uk

Tears For Fears at Hatfield Park The Legendary Duo, Tears For Fears, Are Coming To Hatfield Park.

They will be joining us this Summer on 24th July 2022. They bring with them a very special guest Alison Moyet on their world tour, The Tipping Point.

For more information please visit: www.hatfield-house.co.uk/event/tears-for-fears-live-at-hatfield-park/

Classics on the Common Organised by Harpenden Rotary, Classics on the Common showcases more than 1000 classics cars, motor cycles and scooters on Harpenden Common. You’ll find a Chevy Bel Air rubbing shoulders with a 1927 Trojan, and a rare 1978 Matra Bagheera with a1959 Berlinetta. Plus 10,000 admiring spectators. Classics on the Common now ranks as one of the biggest one day events in the classic car calendar and is well known as a fantastic charity fundraising event.

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This year’s comedy extravaganza will be brimful with bars serving up a tastemaker selection of craft beers, cocktails and more, plus an array of street-food stalls from the leading lights of the local street food scene.

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Doors Open at 6.30pm, Auditorium 7.00pm and show starts at 7.30pm. Tickets available by calling the Box Office on 01727 844488 or visit www.alban-arena.co.uk Venue: Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL1 3LD.

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Friday line up - Elvis, Queen, Phil Collins & Pink Saturday Line Up - Michael Jackson, Rogue Minogue, The Dolly Show, Robbie Williams, Whitney & Lionel Richie Venue: Hertfordshire County Show, Dunstable Rd, St Albans AL3 7PT. Visit: www.legendsfestival.co.uk/st-albans

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Immersion Theatre presents The Importance of being Earnest Hatfield ParkEvent. Immersion Theatre invite you to enjoy an afternoon of open-air decadence and hilarity as they proudly present Oscar Wilde’s wittiest comedy, The Importance of Being Earnest.

Join foppish bachelors Jack and Algernon on their latest Bun-burying exploits replete with mistaken identities, icy women, trivial banter and of course, muffins! For more information and tickets please visit: www.hatfield-house.co.uk/event/immersion-theatre-presents-the-importance-of-being-earnest

Teddy Bears’ Picnic - Time 11am – 2pm Join us in Lydekker Park where the park come alive with teddy bears and their small owners! This fun-filled day offers a variety of free activities & entertainment for children. There is no need to book, just turn up with your bear and a picnic. For more information visit: www.harpenden.gov.uk Paloma Faith at Hatfield Park - Time 5.30pm – 11.00pm Double platinum and BRIT award-winning artist Paloma Faith will embark on a huge UK summer tour! The extensive 23 date tour will run throughout June, July and August 2022 and will see Paloma play a number of fantastic outdoor locations including cricket clubs, city squares, parks and racecourses as well as a handful of indoor venues in cities and towns she has not visited for a number of years. For more information and tickets please visit: www.hatfield-house.co.uk/event/paloma-faith-live-at-hatfield-park Queen Symphonic at Hatfield Park - Time 5pm – 10.30pm Experience the unforgettable magic of Queen, in this epic rock and symphonic spectacular celebrating their greatest hits. Featuring four exceptional rock vocalists from We Will Rock You, a world class five piece rock band and magnificent The Heart of England Orchestra.

For more information and tickets please visit: www.hatfield-house.co.uk/event/queen-symphonic-at-hatfield-park Simply Red at Hatfield Park - Time 5pm – 11pm Few bands have enjoyed the success and longevity of Simply Red. With over 60 million albums sold worldwide, 5 UK #1 hit albums and over a billion views on YouTube, Simply Red remain one of the UK’s most successful bands. Their most recent album ‘Blue Eyed Soul’ was released in November 2019 and crashed into the UK charts at #6, proving Simply Red to be as relevant as ever. For more information and tickets please visit: www.hatfield-house.co.uk/event/simply-red-live-at-hatfield-park 43

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The Lord Chamberlain’s Men – with a history stretching back to Shakespeare himself – invite you to join them for the sparkling comedy, ‘As You Like It’. One of the UK’s finest touring theatre companies present this great play as Shakespeare first saw it performed – in the open air, by an all-male cast & with Elizabethan costumes, music & dance. For this unique theatrical experience, audiences are encouraged to bring a chair, a picnic & a glass of something chilled as the show promises to be another authentic, excellent magical treat. Gates will open at 6.30pm for a 7pm start. For information on admission for Essential carers please visit: www.knebworthhouse.com/accessibility/ Venue: Knebworth House Old Knebworth Ln, Stevenage SG1 2AX. If you are using a Sat Nav system use the post code of the Stevenage Novotel at Junction 7 – SG1 2AX. – not the Knebworth House post code!

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TV shows come to life! With activities for kids of all ages, there’s something for the whole family to enjoy. Adventure seekers, aged 2-14 years old, can explore the worlds of their favourite Nickelodeon TV shows & discover ten activity zones. From multi-sensory & interactive adventures to creative & skillbased challenges, kids get to map their own journey & curate their own fun. Alongside these immersive zones, children & their parents can relax at SpongeBob SquarePants’ Bikini Bottom Beach, where they can also sample delicious delights from the many themed food & beverage stalls, visit the Nickelodeon store & take home the perfect memento from an incredible range of exclusive Nickelodeon Experience merchandise. For more information visit www.thenickelodeonexperience.co.uk

Charlie Locke and the Quest for Confidence

“Hello! I’m Brain” – Yes, Charlie’s Brain… Charlie Locke is a kind, funny and imaginative child who’s ready to share her thoughts with the world. But sometimes, confidence escapes her, and her thoughts go on great adventures before they are heard. Join Charlie and Brain as they navigate through primary school life, friendships and the beauty of finding a voice. Come, see and hear Charlie’s adventurous tale and her quest for confidence! TSE Creative Productions and Solent University, bring forth a theatrical experience inspired by situations that children face as they grow through pre-adolescence and into the tween years. A not to be missed, taller than tall tale. Suitable for children 5+. Doors Open at 1pm, Auditorium 1.30pm & show starts at 2pm. Tickets available at the Box Office on: 01582 767525 or by visiting www.the-emc.co.uk Venue: The Eric Morecambe Centre, Rothamsted Park, Harpenden, Herts, AL5 2FR.

Rapunzel - Various Show Times 2pm & 5pm Let your hair down in a brand-new adaptation of the popular fairy tale. Scott Ritchie Productions proudly presents this exciting & fun tangled musical adventure! With a wicked witch, a feisty heroine, a tap dancing horse & a host of adventures, Rapunzel promises to be a vibrant take on a classic and much-loved story.

Packed with songs, dance routines & jokes a-plenty, there is something for everyone, so book your tickets now for the family show of the year! Tickets available by calling the Box Office on 01727 844488 or visit www.alban-arena.co.uk Venue: Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL1 3LD.

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The Ghost Tour & Bat Walk is back! On Thursday 18th August there will be a unique opportunity to tour Knebworth House at night and hear the tales of the incidents we can’t explain. Pre-booking for this event is essential. Tickets are £26 per person and cover the cost of the Ghost Tour, Bat Walk and light refreshments. Volunteers from The Herts & Middlesex Bat Group will give a talk & will bring in specialist equipment to detect the bats’ high-pitched screech, which helps guests to locate them. A proportion of the ticket sales will be donated to The Herts & Middlesex Bat Group. Pre-booking is essential. Warm clothing and suitable footwear is recommended. Please check your purchase carefully as tickets are not refundable or transferable. Gates open at 6pm for a 6.30pm start.

For more information please visit: www.knebworthhouse.com/events/ghost-tour-bat-walk

Fastlove – Everything She Wants Tour

The World’s largest George Michael celebration FASTLOVE is back with a brand new show for 2022.

Now touring in 18 countries, FASTLOVE has quickly become a global phenomenon and you can be a part of it on this amazing journey for a night like no other. There will only ever be one George Michael and this show pays tribute to all his incredible music, his life and the great man himself. Doors Open at 6.30pm, Auditorium 7.00pm and show starts at 7.30pm. Tickets available by calling the Box Office on 01727 844488 or visit www.alban-arena.co.uk Venue: Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL1 3LD.

Peppa Pig’s Best Day Ever - Various Show Times 10am, 1pm & 4pm Peppa Pig is excited to be going on a special day out with George, Mummy Pig and Daddy Pig – it’s going to be her best day ever! Get ready for a road-trip full of fun adventures. From castles to caves, dragons to dinosaurs and ice-creams to muddy puddles – there is something for all of the family and their friends to enjoy, including Miss Rabbit, Mr Bull, Suzy Sheep, Gerald Giraffe and more!

Prepare for the brand new Peppa Pig live show packed full of songs, games and laughter, it really is the best day ever for Peppa Pig fans! Tickets available by calling the Box Office on 01727 844488 or visit www.alban-arena.co.uk Venue: Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL1 3LD. Classic Ibiza at Hatfield House - Time 5.30pm – 10.30pm Classic Ibiza will take you on a magical rollercoaster ride of dance music’s most iconic tracks reinvented by the Urban Soul Orchestra who have worked with the very best in the industry, including Groove Armada, Nightmares on Wax, Robert Miles and Octave One. For more information and tickets please visit: www.hatfield-house.co.uk/event/queen-symphonic-at-hatfield-park St Albans Antique and Vintage Market - Event Time: 9am – 3pm Sundays, once a month (ish), have got a whole lot more interesting in St Albans City Centre. An outdoor street market right in the heart of this amazing Cathedral City bringing all manner of Antiques, Vintage, Brocante and Architectural Salvage…An amazing atmosphere…and inspirational dealers. For more information visit: www.stalbansantiqueandvintagemarket.com From The Jam This autumn From the Jam will tour the UK celebrating the 40th Anniversary of The Jam’s 4th studio album ‘Setting Sons’. The critically acclaimed album reached #4 in the UK and was the band’s first album to enter the US charts. Succeeding ‘All Mod Cons’, the album became a commercial success, earning them their first top ten hit single – ‘The Eton Rifles’. Doors Open at 7.00pm, Auditorium 7.30pm and show starts at 8.00pm. Tickets available by calling the Box Office on 01727 844488 or visit www.alban-arena.co.uk Venue: Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL1 3LD.

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Age Recommendation: 8+ Doors Open at 6.30pm, Auditorium 7.00pm and show starts at 7.30pm.

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That’ll Be The Day Following the huge success of the 35th Anniversary Tour, That’ll Be The Day is back on the road with another incredible show packed full of world class performances from Trevor and the highly talented cast. Let the UK’s leading Rock ’n‘ Roll show take you on a journey through the years, as together you celebrate the golden age of Rock ’n’ Roll and Pop from the 50s right the way through to the 80s. Doors Open at 6.30pm, Auditorium 7.00pm and show starts at 7.30pm. Tickets available by calling the Box Office on 01727 844488 or visit www.alban-arena.co.uk Venue: Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL1 3LD.

The Story of Guitar Heroes One of the UK’s premier live concert experiences, The Story of Guitar Heroes has garnered critical acclaim both at home and abroad for its incredible homage to some of the most influential and iconic guitarists from the past 50 years of popular music. Featuring talented world-class musicians and state-of-the-art video projection, the show journeys through five decades, from 1950s Rock & Roll through to the most creative and inspirational guitar heroes of the modern era. Renowned for its highly versatile musicianship, The Story of Guitar Heroes recreates the unique sounds of each guitar legend with incredible accuracy, utilising no less than 30 different authentic guitars. Expect classic hits from legends including Hank Marvin, Chuck Berry, Eric Clapton, Jimi Hendrix, Brian May, Jimmy Page, Mark Knopfler, Van Halen, Slash and many more! Doors Open at 6.30pm, Auditorium 7.00pm and show starts at 7.30pm. Tickets available at the Box Office on 01582 767525 or by visiting www.theemc.co.uk Venue: The Eric Morecambe Centre, Rothamsted Park, Harpenden, Herts, AL5 2FR.

Elvis – The King is Back Ben Portsmouth – The World’s Number One Elvis Tribute Artist. Ben, a multi talented musician, singer and songwriter had Elvis’s DNA in his blood from an early age. His father was an avid Elvis fan and Ben grew up on a diet of Elvis songs. He looks like Elvis, sings like Elvis and has an on-stage charisma that has audiences believing at times they are watching the King himself.

In August 2012, Ben made history when he won the Elvis Presley Enterprises “Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest which took place in Memphis, crowning Ben as the “Worldwide Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist”, the first artist from outside the USA to ever win this prestigious title.

Doors Open at 6.30pm, Auditorium 7.00pm and show starts at 7.30pm. Tickets available by calling the Box Office on 01727 844488 or visit www.alban-arena.co.uk Venue: Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL1 3LD.

Stockwood Festival - Event Time 2pm – 11.59pm Stockwood Festival is a yearly open air / marquee music festival in St. Albans which promotes and features live bands and DJ’s. The festival began as a private event in 2014 and by popular demand was opened up to the local community in 2016. Facilities: There is a licensed bar on site selling draught beer as well as spirits, wine and soft drinks. Food will be available – BBQ with vegetarian options as well as snacks.

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Join expert forensics lecturer Jennifer Rees to explore one of Forensic Psychology’s most troubling topics. During this talk, you will discover how serial killers are classified. What are the differences between lust killers like the BTK (Bind, Torture, Kill) Killer and visionary killers such as David Berkowitz (Son of Sam)? Jennifer will explore the different categories, using case studies to illustrate. She will also debunk common Serial Killer Myths – you may be surprised by what you learn! Doors Open at 6.30pm, Auditorium 7.00pm and show starts at 7.30pm. Tickets available at the Box Office on 01582 767525 or by visiting www.the-emc.co.uk Venue: The Eric Morecambe Centre, Rothamsted Park, Harpenden, Herts, AL5 2FR.

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A chronological history of hits from a career culminating in over 100 million record sales fronted by 2 international Diana Ross performers Cheri Jade (The Supremes) and Tameka Jackson (Solo Career).

Doors Open at 6.30pm, Auditorium 7.00pm and show starts at 7.30pm. Tickets available by calling the Box Office on 01727 844488 or visit www.alban-arena.co.uk Venue: Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL1 3LD.

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Doors Open at 6.30pm, Auditorium 7.00pm and show starts at 7.30pm. Tickets available by calling the Box Office on 01727 844488 or visit www.alban-arena.co.uk Venue: Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL1 3LD.

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Event address: Verulamium Park, St Albans, Herts.

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Doors Open at 6.30pm, Auditorium 7.00pm and show starts at 7.30pm. Tickets available by calling the Box Office on 01727 844488 or visit www.alban-arena.co.uk Venue: Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL1 3LD.

to a day dedicated to getting their tails wagging. Try your paw at a variety of have-a-go activities from dog diving to hay bale racing, enter the Fun Dog Show for your chance to win Best In Show, or raise some money for Dogs Trust as you admire your surroundings on the Big Dog Walk, sponsored by Bought By Many. Enjoy sensational dog displays all day in the Main Arena, get advice from a variety of animal experts, learn training tips at Dogs Trust’s Dog School and much MUCH more! Plus, there’s shopping galore, festival food & drink and more dogs than you can ever imagine. Created by dog-lovers for dog-lovers, we look forward to welcoming you to the nation’s favourite dog friendly festival. For more information please visit www.knebworthhouse.com/events/dogfest

Dr Hook Starring Dennis Locorriere Now, to celebrate five decades of timeless music, the band is announcing their 50th Anniversary Tour. DR HOOK will be on the road again with a spectacular show that will cover their rich musical history, from the biggest hits to album favourites. The reaction to past tours has been glowing and emotional, with people returning again and again. DR HOOK Starring Dennis Locorriere – The 50th Anniversary Tour is a musical event simply not to be missed! Doors Open at 6.30pm, Auditorium 7.00pm and show starts at 7.30pm. Tickets available by calling the Box Office on 01727 844488 or visit www.alban-arena.co.uk Venue: Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL1 3LD.

Harpenden Gardening Society Talk ‘ Towards sustainable gardens’ Talk by Chris Thorn of Aylett Nurseries All meetings are held in the Dining Hall of Roundwood School at 7.45pm followed by tea and coffee. Non members are most welcome at an entrance fee of £4.00.

For more information please visit www.harpendengardeningsociety.org

Roy Ayers Ubiquity Roy Ayers Ubiquity celebrate the 45th anniversary of their seminal 1975 album Mystic Voyage.

Recorded at Electric Lady Studios in New York, Mystic Voyage has been sampled countless times in Hip Hop over the years and was one of the foundations of the burgeoning Jazz-Funk scene which developed in the mid to late 1970’s.

Doors Open at 6.30pm, Auditorium 7.00pm and show starts at 7.30pm. Tickets available at the Box Office on 01582 767525 or by visiting www.the-emc.co.uk Venue: The Eric Morecambe Centre, Rothamsted Park, Harpenden, Herts, AL5 2FR.

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Final. A record-breaking 18.5m TV viewers stayed up to watch the legendary match and this is your chance to see the rematch with snooker royalty as we recreate the final frame from that special night. Snooker legend John Virgo is your host and referee for an evening guaranteed to include his famed, hilarious snooker impressions. A night not to be missed, there will also be a Q&A, providing you with the opportunity to pose the questions you always wanted to ask.

Doors Open at 6.30pm, Auditorium 7.00pm and show starts at 7.30pm. Tickets available by calling the Box Office on 01727 844488 or visit www.alban-arena.co.uk Venue: Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL1 3LD.

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Vincent Simone – Tango Passions Argentine Tango King and Strictly Come Dancing legend, Vincent Simone, returns to the stage in the Autumn of 2022 with his brand new show… ‘Tango Passions’. Also starring Argentine Tango specialist Paula Duarte as his leading lady. Accompanied by world-class Argentine Tango specialists, let the original Italian stallion take you on a journey to Buenos Aires and enjoy his dancing, tales and poetry about the history of the Argentine Tango. Featuring music from Astor Piazzolla and Gotan Project. A sexy, steamy, passionate night not to be missed! Doors Open at 6.30pm, Auditorium 7.00pm and show starts at 7.30pm. Tickets available by calling the Box Office on 01727 844488 or visit www.alban-arena.co.uk Venue: Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL1 3LD.

The Dualers are a 9-piece Jamaican Rhythm & Blues band from South-East London. They first hit the headlines when the single ‘Kiss on the Lips’ entered in to the UK charts at number 21 despite no industry or professional backing, the follow up single Truly Madly featured in full on the Hollywood blockbuster Fools Gold, the success continued with a number of album releases, several top 40 chart singles and an ever increasing large worldwide fan base behind them. Doors Open at 6.30pm, Auditorium 7.00pm and show starts at 7.30pm.

Tickets available by calling the Box Office on 01727 844488 or visit www.alban-arena.co.uk Venue: Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL1 3LD.

The Real Harpenden Beer Festival - Time 8pm – 10pm

The Real Harpenden Beer Festival’ Now in its 11th year!

Held in Rothamsted Park, coinciding with the Harpenden Food and Drink Festival.

Over 50 real ales, perries and ciders for you to try! Free Entry!

Live Music Friday & Saturday 8pm -10pm. For further information, please email - manager@theengineerharpenden.co.uk

Food and Drink Festival - Times 12pm – 6pm Following the success of last year’s incredible event, Harpenden’s Food and Drinks Festival 2022 is set to be even better! Harpenden Town Council will host more than 70 food and drink stalls that will feature a delicious variety of takeaway meals and snacks, beverages and more. The occasion promises to showcase the best food and drink Harpenden businesses have to offer. There will also be entertainment for all of the family. For more information visit: www.harpenden.gov.uk

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I’m Still Standing I’m Still Standing – The Music of Elton John is a musical celebration of the legendary 50 year career of Sir Elton John. Featuring all of his greatest hits performed by the outstanding Joel Buckingham & backed by an amazing live band. No show about Elton John would be complete without the outrageous outfits & glasses which have become a signature of his live shows from the early 1970’s right up to the modern day.

The show takes you through an incredible legacy of great songs & music and features all the hits including; Crocodile Rock, Rocket Man, Candle in the Wind, Don’t Go Breaking My Heart, Sacrifice, Daniel & The Circle of Life.

Doors Open at 6.30pm, Auditorium 7.00pm and show starts at 7.30pm. Tickets available at the Box Office on 01582 767525 or by visiting www.the-emc.co.uk Venue: The Eric Morecambe Centre, Rothamsted Park, Harpenden, Herts, AL5 2FR.

The George Michael Legacy International tribute artiste Wayne Dilks and his band pay tribute to the late George Michael in this stunning show. The former frontman, producer of “Faith” (2017- 2018) and “Freedom!’19” returns in 2021 with his new production – “The George Michael Legacy” Wayne has been a George Michael tribute artiste for almost 20 years, dedicating his professional career to pay homage to the late pop phenomenon.

He delivers his heartfelt tribute to the global superstar in a sensitive and spectacular way, receiving 5 star reviews nationwide. Doors Open at 6.30pm, Auditorium 7.00pm and show starts at 7.30pm. Tickets available by calling the Box Office on 01727 844488 or visit www.alban-arena.co.uk Venue: Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL1 3LD.

St Albans Antique and Vintage Market - Event Time: 9am – 3pm Sundays, once a month (ish), have got a whole lot more interesting in St Albans City Centre.

An outdoor street market right in the heart of this amazing Cathedral City bringing all manner of Antiques, Vintage, Brocante and Architectural Salvage…An amazing atmosphere…and inspirational dealers. For more information visit: www.stalbansantiqueandvintagemarket.com Harpenden Sustainability Market We are delighted that the Harpenden Sustainability Markets are now a regular event. They take place on Lower High Street 10-3pm on the 3rd Sunday of alternate months (exc Jan) The markets are organised in partnership by Sustainable St Albans and Harpenden Town Council For more information please visit: www.sustainablestalbans.org/sustainability-market

CJ’s Birds of Prey Experiences at Hatfield House - Times 11am – 3pm CJ’s Birds of Prey Displays are delighted to be visiting Hatfield Park with their majestic birds of prey. The display will include a variety of birds including the second strongest Eagle the Crowned Hawk Eagle, the stunning Snowy Owl and more. The team will be hosting a flying display at 12pm and 2.30pm. They will provide the Static Display from 11am to 3pm. For more information and tickets please visit www.hatfield-house.co.uk/event/cjs-birds-of-prey-experiences-2/ 51

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Firework Champions at Hatfield Park - Times 4pm – 10pm Right here at Hatfield Park – 4 great firework displays! Three of the UK’s best firework companies compete against each other with a 10 minute firework display choreographed to music followed by a larger huge finale display that isn’t part of the competition.

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Harpenden Farmers Market Harpenden Farmers’ Market takes place on the 4th Sunday of the month from 10.00am to 2.00pm and is run and organised by us at Harpenden Town Council. The Farmers’ Market accommodates approximately 70 stalls and runs northbound along the Lower High Street from Sainsbury’s Supermarket to Strutt & Parker. Each Market finds a huge selection of produce available including: meats, pies, sausages; fish; preserves – pickles, jams and honey; cheeses; vegetables and fruit; flowers and plants; fresh bread, cakes and pastries; eggs; beer, wine and liqueurs. For more information please visit www.harpenden.gov.uk

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WALKING FOOTBALL FOR ENTHUSIASTIC SILVERS

An intrepid group of Harpenden residents aged 55 plus has been meeting on a regular basis to enjoy the benefits of each other’s company and participate in the (increasingly) popular pastime of walking football.

Football has been enjoyed by many generations over the years by people from all cross sections of society, and Harpenden has been blessed with not only the success and endeavours of Harpenden Town but also teams catering for adult and youth members of Harpenden. Rothie Rangers is now adding to the choice available to members of the Harpenden Community who wish to take advantage of the increasing popularity of walking football.

Rothie Rangers has been in existence for two to three years and the established group of players is looking to increase the current tally of members. As such the present incumbents are looking to encourage more participants who could and can grace the Stade de Rothamsted. Whilst Rothie Rangers primarily caters for the over 55’s, there is always room for younger likeminded individuals who would like to hone their skills in this popular activity and enhance their physical and mental wellbeing at the same time.

Studies have shown that activities like walking football enhance individual’s sense of purpose, wellbeing, belonging and feeling of being involved. Additionally, psychological and mental benefits cannot be underestimated as engaging in activities such as walking football many participants have experienced high levels of personal reward and satisfaction with reduced levels of stress while playing.

Given the popularity of football in general, Rothie Rangers welcomes interest from male and female enthusiasts – irrespective of ability - as the overall aim is to enjoy the opportunity to play the game in as friendly yet competitive manner as our abilities allow. Presently the youngest player is 56 and the eldest 83, however, our eldest stalwart is an ex-Town and Harpenden Rovers legend who very often ensures that age and experience combined with ability outshines the “youngsters” enthusiasm.

As a group Rothie Rangers meets every Friday (weather permitting) from 11.30am until 12.30pm playing on the 5 a side facility in Rothamsted Park, with changing facilities available in the Sports Centre.

In terms of kit, this is left to the individual, albeit a long sleeved top and tracksuit bottoms are advised when the weather is cold and overcast – additionally Astro style or moulded studded footwear is recommended.

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STAYING SAFE IN It is important to protect your and your children’s skin in the sun to avoid sunburn and heat exhaustion.

Here is some useful advice from the NHS to help us all stay safe in the sun this summer.

What sun protection factor (SPF) should I use?

Use sunscreen with a sun protection factor (SPF) of at least 15. The higher the SPF, the better. Go for broad spectrum sunscreens, which protect against harmful UVA and UVB rays. Make sure the product is not past its expiry date; most sunscreens have a shelf life of two to three years. And don’t use little, it takes 9 teaspoons to cover an adult from head to toe… which is a lot more than most of us use.

What is broad spectrum and the star-rating?

Broad-spectrum products provide protection against the sun’s UVB and UVA rays. The sun protection factor, or SPF, is a measurement of the amount of UVB protection; the higher the number, the greater the protection. In the UK, UVA protection is measured with a star ratings; snscreens has from 0 to 5 stars. The higher the number of stars, the greater the protection.

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How long can I stay in the sun?

Don’t spend any longer in the sun than you would without sunscreen. Sunscreen should not be used as an excuse to stay out in the sun; instead, it offers protection when exposure is unavoidable.

The summer sun is most damaging to your skin in the middle of the day so spend time in the shade between 11am and 3pm, under umbrellas, trees, canopies or indoors.

Should I reapply sunscreen if I swim?

Water washes off sunscreen and the cooling effect of the water can make you think you’re not getting burned. Water also reflects UV rays, increasing your exposure; even “waterproof” sunscreens should be reapplied after going in the water.

Are children more at risk of sunburn?

Young skin is delicate and very easily damaged by the sun. Use at least a factor 15 sunscreen and choose a broad-spectrum brand that has a four or five-star rating. Apply it to areas not protected by clothing, such as the face, ears, feet and backs of hands. Choose sunscreens that are formulated for children and babies’ skin, as these are less likely to irritate their skin.

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The Harpenden monthly Farmers Market takes place on the 4th Sunday of every month from 10am until 2pm and is run and organised by us at Harpenden Town Council.

The Farmers' Market accommodates approximately 70 stalls and runs northbound along the Lower High Street from Sainsbury’s Supermarket to Strutt & Parker.

Each Market finds a huge selection of produce available, for example: • Meats, pies, sausages • Fish • Preserves – pickles, jams and honey • Cheeses • Vegetables and fruit • Flowers and plants • Fresh bread, cakes and pastries • Eggs • Beer, wine and liqueurs

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Baked Herbed Salmon Serves: 4 Prep: 5 minutes

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Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.

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Apply cooking spray on one side of a sheet of aluminium foil large enough to fold over the entire salmon.

2lb Salmon 1 (teaspoon) dry sage leaves

Arrange salmon on the prepared side of the foil. Sprinkle with sage, thyme, paprika, and pepper.

1 (tablespoon) dried thyme

Fold foil over salmon to enclose.

1/2 (teaspoon) ground paprika 1/2 (teaspoon) ground cayenne pepper

Bake salmon 20 minutes in the preheated oven, or until easily flaked with a fork.

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Dessert Pecan Pie Total Time: 55 min Prep 10 min - Cook 45 min Serves 6 - 8 Ingredients: For the Pecan filling: 3 eggs 110g/4oz sugar 4 tablespoons golden syrup 2 tbsp rum 50g/2oz butter, melted a pinch of salt a few drops vanilla extract 175g/6oz pecan halves 1 un-baked deep-dish (9-inch) pastry case

Preparation Preheat oven to 350F degrees .

Break the eggs in a large mixing bowl and beat well and then beat in the sugar.Add the remaining ingredients and mix well.

Pour the mixture into the pastry case and bake for 10 minutes and then reduce the oven heat to 180C/350F/Gas 4 and bake for another 30 minutes or until the top of the pie is golden.

Check if it s cooked through by inserting a skewer, it s done if it comes out clean.

Turn out of the tin when slightly cooled and serve warm or cold with vanilla ice cream or a spoonful of crème fraiche.

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Hertfordshire County Council plans to stop sending waste to landfill sites by 2025 after signing new long-term contracts for disposal of the county’s residual waste. Waste that cannot be reused, recycled or composted will be sent to energy recovery facilities where it will be used to generate electricity as a cleaner alternative to fossil fuels.

Hertfordshire residents produce around 540,000 tonnes of waste a year, and currently 52% of this is reused, recycled or composted.Although our focus is on reducing, reusing and recycling waste, there will always be some material left over that cannot be recycled, and the county council is responsible for disposing of this.

The new disposal contracts will run from April 2024 for ten years, with an option to extend for another five.The contracts are with: • Cory Topco Limited (three separate contracts) • Indaver Rivenhall Limited • Viridor Oxfordshire Limited • Veolia ES UK Limited Currently the waste that cannot be reused, recycled or composted is managed through a series of -short-term contracts including both landfill and energy recovery. Under the new long-term contracts, once planned new shredding facilities are operational, all of Hertfordshire’s residual waste will be able to be sent to energy recovery facilities, with none going to landfill.

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To make sure everyone has enough water for essential use, we’re asking you for help.

There are a few small things you can do that would have a massive impact, not only on your own water supply, but for your local environment too.

• Avoid using sprinklers, hosepipes and irrigation systems.This could save an incredible 1,000 litres an hour.

• Swap the hose for a bucket when you next wash your car.A bucket wash uses around 30 litres of water, compared to a whopping 250 litres of water used by a hosepipe • Only use the dishwasher and washing machine when they’re full. One full load uses significantly less water than two half-full loads.

• Water your plants during cooler times of day.Water your plants using a watering can, either early in the morning or during the evening when it’s cooler and there’s less chance of water evaporating.

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STOP ‘VAMPIRE APPLIANCES’ FROM SUCKING UP POWER & MONEY The energy crisis reached a new low in the UK, with the announcement that the price cap will rocket by 54+ per cent.This circa £700 rise comes as fossil fuel companies post huge gains; Shell and BP have reported their highest profits in eight years.

Government help is available to most households in the form of council tax rebates and discounts, however the personal battle against your own energy bill is one of the best things you can do is get a handle on ‘vampire power’.

This spooky nickname describes how devices suck up energy even when they’re switched off or in standby mode, and it really adds up over the year.

Unlike with light switches, it’s easy to forget to turn things off at the plug, but with the financial and climate cost in mind, it’s worth unplugging into your nightly check-list until it becomes a habit.

Microwaves, televisions, computers, game consoles, satellite receivers and internet routers are some of the thirstiest items. Printers and mobile phone chargers are also commonly left on.

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We are delighted to report that Harpenden Town Council has recently acquired four additional green spaces from St Albans City and District Council, these are situated in: Wood End, Roundwood, Parva Close and Oakley Road.

Taking ownership of these areas gives the Council the opportunity to channel much needed investment into the play parks and develop each space to their full potential, not only as a local amenity but also ensuring that we continue our focus on environmental and biodiversity improvements across Harpenden.

These hugely exciting projects include £80K spending on each of the two new playgrounds at Wood End and Roundwood. Tired and dated apparatus in the playgrounds is being replaced with exciting, and thoughtfully designed, new equipment plus additional benches and picnic tables. Not only will the play areas become more engaging and educational, but the layouts and facilities have been designed with accessibility in mind. HTC have thoroughly enjoyed seeing the children’s faces from local schools watching the impressive new play equipment being installed and they’re pleased to report that both areas will be completed this summer.

Their sincere thanks to the residents, local schools and neighbouring allotment holders who have been supportive and thoroughly engaged with these exciting projects.

You can find outLawns morehalf about these open 1spaces on their website and by following their social media First page ad.pdf 22/11/2015 11:04 channels for updates. www.harpenden.gov.uk

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MORE THAN 30,000 HOUSEHOLDS IN ST ALBANS DISTRICT SIGN UP TO GARDEN WASTE RECYCLING SCHEME Councillors have decided not to increase the fee this year despite the high level of inflation because the take-up has been so high.

Some 33,208 people subscribed to the service when it started last year – more than one in every two of the District’s 62,000 households.

This resulted in around £1.6 million of much-needed revenue to support the waste and recycling service.

The new garden waste recycling service in St Albans District has been a success – with more than one in two households subscribing, it has been revealed.

St Albans City and District Council introduced a fee for household collections last year in line with most other local authorities in Hertfordshire.

The cost is £45 a year for a green wheeled bin or bag and £50 for each extra one with those in receipt of Council Tax Support being eligible for a discount.

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It had little impact on the amount of garden waste recycled in the District which remained roughly the same as in preCOVID years. It is turned into compost for soil enrichment and 10 tons of this compost is provided free to residents each Easter.

Residents are currently being invited to subscribe for the second year of the garden waste scheme which begins in July.

The service will be reviewed during the course of the year to see if it has maintained its subscriber numbers.

If so, the Council may be in a position to reduce the fee next year despite pressures on its budget.

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Motors Everyone who uses a vehicle on the road must keep it in a roadworthy condition; the MOT test checks that vehicles meet road safety and environmental standards. The first MOT test for a vehicle is required when it’s three years old (there are different rules if it’s used as a taxi.)

The MOT looks at some important items on your car to see that they meet key legal requirements at the time of the test.

Body or vehicle structure and general items Free from excessive corrosion or damage in specific areas. No sharp edges likely to cause injury. Towbars for security, condition, inappropriate repairs or modification. Correct operation of 13 pin electrical socket. Speedometer condition and operation. Engine mountings.

Brakes Condition including inappropriate repairs or modifications, operation and performance (efficiency test). Note the removal of the road wheels and trims are not part of the test. ABS or electronic stability control (ESC) where fitted. Check of the MIL for ABS, electronic stability control, electronic park brake and brake fluid warning.

Fuel system No leaks. Security and condition of pipes or hoses. Fuel cap fastens and seals securely. Note the fuel cap will need to be opened. Make sure the key is available.

Tyres and wheels Condition, security, tyre size and type and tread depth.

Spare tyres are not inspected. Note: vehicles first used on or after 1 January 2012 - check of the MIL for tyre pressure monitoring.

Exhaust emissions Vehicle meets the requirements for exhaust emissions, dependent on the age and fuel type of the vehicle.

Registration plates Condition, security, colour, characters correctly formed and spaced.

Exhaust system Secure. Complete. Catalyst missing where one was fitted as standard. Without serious leaks and is not too noisy.

Lights Condition, operation including HID and LED headlamps for cleaning, self levelling and security. Headlamp aim.

Main beam warning light.

Seat belts All the seat belts fitted are checked for type, condition, operation and security. All mandatory seat belts must be in place. Check of the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) for air bags and seat belt pre tensioners.

Seats Driver’s seat can be adjusted. All seats for security and seat backs can be secured in the upright position.

Doors Latch securely in closed position. Front doors should open from inside and outside the vehicle. Rear doors should open from outside the vehicle. Hinges and catches for security and condition.

Mirrors Minimum number required, condition and security.

Load security Boot or tailgate can be secured in the closed position.

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Bonnet Securely latches in the closed position.

Wipers and washers Operate to give the driver a clear view ahead.

Windscreen Condition and driver’s view of the road.

Horn Correct operation and of suitable type.

Steering and suspension Condition, steering oil level, operation, a check for inappropriate repairs or modification including corrosion to power steering pipes or hoses. Operation of steering lock mechanism. Check of the MIL for electronic power steering and steering lock.

The vehicle identification number (VIN) Is on vehicles first used on or after 1 August 1980. Only one unique VIN is displayed except on multistage build vehicles.

Details from www.direct.gov.uk

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