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Out & About
Exhibition: Growth of Harpenden
Tuesdays, Thursdays & Saturdays 11am - 3pm free
After the success of the Local History Day earlier this year, the exhibition, charting Harpenden’s development over 2,000 years will be held again with content changing every few months, the 1st one being ‘Harpenden as a village’ until the end of September. Harpenden Museum, Eric Morecambe Centre AL5 2FR www.harpenden-history.org.uk
Superior: Inferior Class & Status in Roman Britain until 11th Nov
Using archaeological objects and other clues, can you decide who is higher – Superior – and who is lower – Inferior – status, in this interactive exhibition. Verulamium Museum, St Albans AL3 4SW www.stalbansmuseums.org.uk
Waddesdon
Chilli Fest 30th Aug - 1st Sept
With local artisan producers and independent traders from across the country, live music, family fun and the chance to enjoy the gardens. £19.50, child £10.50
Volunteer Open Day 6th Sept 10am - 1pm
With lots of opportunities to volunteer in the House, Grounds, Gardens and more. Waddesdon, Bucks HP18 0JH www.waddesdon.org.uk
Autumn Festival 30th Aug-15th Sept 10 - 4pm
The garden will be ablaze with colour, and the Dahlia field will display over 70 varieties. Free, donations to NGS welcome
Aylett Nurseries, North Orbital Rd, St Albans AL2 1DH www.aylettnurseries.co.uk
September St Albans City Walks
1st 2.30pm Tudor St Albans Revealed
4th 11th 18th 25th 2.30pm Historic St Albans
8th 15th 22nd 29th 11.15am Historic St Albans
7th 2.30pm A Modern city Revealed
8th 2.30pm Art & Architecture
14th 2.30pm St Michaels & Fishpool Street
15th 2.30pm Crime & Punishment
19th 5pm City Centre Highlights
21st 11am A Roman City Revealed
22nd 2.30pm Coaching Inns
28th 2.30pm Explore St Peters
28th 2pm Discover Redbourn
29th 2.30pm Victorian St Albans
£6, please book online www.stalbanstourguides.co.uk
Garden Tour: Day in the Life of a National Trust Gardener 2nd Sept 2pm
Go behind the scenes with Head Gardener Matt and gain access to upcoming projects, hear about his current tasks, and discover the daily routines that keep the garden thriving. Hear his insider stories, top tips on sustainable gardening and how to increase biodiversity. £10, please book Shaw's Corner, Ayot St Lawrence AL6 9BX www.nationaltrust.org.uk
Live Longer Better in Hertfordshire Celebration Day 5th Sept 9am - 3.30pm
This event is aimed to empower older adults to embrace a longer, healthier, and happier life. Please bring a water bottle, wear comfortable clothing and supportive shoes. Free
Hertfordshire Sports Village, Mosquito Way, de Havilland Campus, Hatfield AL10 9EU
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Herts Open Studios 7th - 29th Sept
162 artists will be opening their studio doors to meet visitors and talk about and demonstrate their work. Pick up a brochure in major supermarkets, or visit the website www.hvaf.org.uk
Rennie Grove Peace Hospice Care
Chilterns 3 Peaks Challenge 8th Sept
Walk through the beautiful Chiltern Hills on this family (and dog) friendly event. With routes from 6.5 to 18 miles, you'll enjoy breath-taking views while raising vital funds. Adult £16, child £10, family £45
Starting at Princes Risborough School HP27 0DR
Herts 10k, 5k & Fun Run 6th Oct
Starting at Herts County Showground the brand-new route follows a mix of short grass, hard standing plus some fun features including a ‘roller coaster’ up and down a slope and a whizzy spiral to get you in a spin.
10k £30, 5k £16, fun run £10
Herts County Showground, St Albans AL3 7PT
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Harpenden Gardening Society
10th Sept 7.45pm
Rosie’s Garden ‘Asters’ (Symhpyutrichums) with plants for sale and tea and coffee available. £4
All Saints Church, Station Road, Harpenden AL5 4UU
www.harpendengardeningsociety.org
Taster Evening 10th Sept 8pm - 10pm
Harpenden Choral Society is a friendly amateur choir keen to recruit new members, and are holding an Open Rehearsal of Bach’s B Minor Mass. For further information please email membership@harpendenchoralsociety.org
Explore how you can use ancient and modern visible mending techniques to repair your precious objects, celebrate the repair and breathe beauty into something broken. The Plough and Harrow, Harpenden AL5 1PR
Repair Fair 21st Sept 2pm - 5 pm
St Albans District Fixers can help repair household fabrics and electrical items, so take them along and the skilled amateur fixers will do their best to put them right or offer advice. St Peter’s Church, St Albans AL1 3HG www.sustainablestalbans.org
Harpenden Beer Festival
13th & 14th Sept 12 noon - 10pm
With live music and over 50 real ales, perries and ciders. Rothamsted Park, Harpenden AL5 2JQ www.harpenden.gov.uk
The hyh Art Exhibition
13th - 15th Sept 10am - 4pm Free
A chance to see work by some of the best local talent, 50% of purchases will go to the Herts Young Homeless charity. Local artists are encouraged to submit art to sell at the exhibition, this year's theme is ‘Community’. Also young people (years 10-13) can enter work to win the chance for it to be shown at St Albans Museum. Artwork must be delivered to the gallery by 10th Sept. The Collective Gallery, Holywell Hill, St Albans AL1 1BZ www.hyh.org.uk
Bike ‘n Hike 14th Sept 9am - 5pm
Fundraising event for Beds & Herts Historic Churches Trust, get sponsored to cycle or walk to as many participating churches and chapels as you can. Sign up at www.bedshertshct.org/bike-n-hike
Harpenden Food & Drink Festival
14th Sept 12 noon - 6pm
With outdoor bars, street food, market stalls, DJs, ferret racing, street entertainment, The Cookery Theatre and live music from Strike Free, Pat & the Butchers and Number 7. And for the children there’ll be soft play, Sandy Art, outdoor games, arts and crafts with ArtShed and children’s entertainer Cha Char Chimps. Harpenden Town Centre & Harpenden Common. www.harpenden.gov.uk
Open Day 14th Sept 2pm - 5.30pm
See the railway run as it was originally intended, including the great variety of rolling stock and live steam narrow gauge. £4, child £2
Brambleton Model Railway Club, Off Highfield Oval, Ambrose Lane, Harpenden AL5 4BX www.brambleton.org.uk
Sandridge 10k & Family Fun Run
15th Sep Starting and finishing at Sandridge Primary School. 10k £22 - £24, obstacle fun run £6 www.sandridge10k.co.uk
St Stephen’s Church
Pet Service 21st Sept 6pm
Bring your well-behaved pets for a 30 minute service giving thanks for their love and companionship.
Talk: The Naughty Vicar - the Revd Henry Small & the Missing £20,000 28th Sept 7.30pm
A talk by Jon Mein and organised by the Friends of St Stephen’s. £10 office@ststephenandstjulian.org
St Stephen’s Church, St Albans AL1 2PX
Family Saturdays 21st Sept & 19th Oct 10am
Discover nature, conservation and prehistory with fun packed volunteering activities. Free, but please book Celtic Harmony Camp, Brickendon SG13 8NY www.celticharmony.org
Charity Lunch 27th Sept
Enjoy a day with guest speaker cricketing legend Phil Tufnell, while enjoying delicious Indian cuisine, live talks, auctions and more. There will be 5 additional cricket players who will be available to sit at your table. The event is raising funds for the Little Feet Appeal, supporting the local community as they go through the maternal journey. To book call 01582 718289 or email Charmaine.norrish@bedsft.nhs.uk
The Conservatory, Luton Hoo Walled Garden LU1 4LF www.bedfordshirehospitals.nhs.uk
Great Big Walk for Herts 28th Sept
Have fun and support 12 local charities providing essential services to local children and young people including: Hertfordshire Mind Network, Home-Start Herts, Herts Young Homeless, The OLLIE Foundation, Playskill and For Baby’s Sake. There are 12 walks, each 13 miles long, in beautiful parts of the county. Choose from routes including: Codicote, Kimpton, St Albans, Shenley, Kings Langley, Great Gaddesden, Sandridge and Bishop's Stortford.
Sign up online today www.helpingherts.com
The Luxury Wedding Fair
29th Sept 11am - 3pm free
With over 60 wedding professionals to help with your special day. The Old Palace, Hatfield House AL9 5HX www.hatfield-house.co.uk
The Great St Albans Challenge
29th Sept 11.30am - 3pm
Starting at St Albans Cathedral this immersive event involves teams dashing through the city’s streets, tackling challenges, cracking clues and racking up points. You just need a mobile phone to complete the tasks on the App. The grand finale will be at 3pm in the Cathedral to find out who will be challenge Champions. The event aims to raise £10k to support Youth Talk which helps young people with free counselling. Enter before 31st August for the offer of £40 per team. www.charitychallenge.events
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Ashridge House
Upfest Art House until 15th Sept
Enjoy a festival-like atmosphere as you follow the street art trail, enjoy live music, and the Art House pop-up café and bar. £12 - £17
The Garden Party 1st Sept 12 noon - 5pm
In aid of The Hospice of St Francis the Garden Party is celebrating its 20th anniversary celebration, enjoy cream teas, circus skills, puppet shows, craft activities, bouncy castles, a Dog Show, live music, Pimm’s Tent, the 'Shop Local Village', and food stalls. £7, child £3 www.stfrancis.org.uk
The Living Theatre, Whitwell SG4 8BN www.thelivingtheatrewhitwell.org
The Highwayman 3rd-8th Sept £12.50 - £29.50
Prepare yourself for a full-throttle musical gallop through the grimy underbelly of 1600s England. The Roman Theatre of Verulamium Bluehouse Hill, St Albans AL3 6AE www.ovo.org.uk
Night of Legends 5th - 8th Sept 6pm
An evening of medieval storytelling and performance with myths and legends, listen to stories of doomed lovers, witches’ curses and mounted knights. £29, £18 Wrest Park, Silso MK45 4HR www.english-heritage.org.uk
The Alban Arena
Frankie’s Guys 5th Sept 7.30pm £28
With songs Big Girls Don’t Cry, Can’t Take My Eyes Off You, Grease and more.
It’s A Beautiful Noise - Orchestral Edition
6th Sept 7.30pm £33
Orchestral rendition of Neil Diamond’s greatest hits. Ultimate Classic Rockshow
7th Sept 7.30pm £36.50, £32
Rock anthems from Eric Clapton, Queen, ELO, Deep Purple, The Eagles, Jimi Hendrix and more.
The Carpenters Story 8th Sept 7.30pm £34
Featuring hit songs Close To You, Top of the World, We’ve Only Just Begun and Rainy Days & Mondays.
Milton Jones 11th Sept 7.30pm £34.50
A new show of daftness. You know it makes sense.
An Evening of Burlesque 12th Sept 7.30pm £30, £28
A night of laughter, cabaret, mystery and glamour!
UK Pink Floyd Experience 13th Sept 7.30pm £29
This highly authentic show recreates the atmosphere
of Floyd live, featuring top-flight musicians.
2-Tone Tribute Tour 14th Sept 7.30pm £29.50
With tributes to the Specials, Bad Manners & Madness. 80’s Live 19th Sept 7.30pm £34
From the West End with hits Tainted Love, Love Shack, Living on a Prayer, Relax and It’s Raining Men.
The Country Music Collective 20th Sept 6pm & 8.45pm £45, £39, £36
With the music of Dolly Parton, Kenny Rogers, John Denver, Shania Twain, Taylor Swift and more.
Ben Elton: Authentic Stupidity
21st Sept 7.30pm £34.50
The undisputed godfather of modern stand-up is back.
A Night At The Movies: The Soundtrack of Your Life 22nd Sept 7.30pm £30, £28
From Bond themes to Rom-Com melodies.
St Albans Beer & Cider Festival
25th - 28th Sept from 12 noon £5, £10
With cask ales, craft beers, international beers, ciders, perries, street food live music, games and more.
Civic Centre, St Albans AL1 3LD
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The Eric Morecambe Centre
Opera Boys 5th Sept 7.30pm £26, £24
Power-house vocals, 4-part harmony, musical medleys, solo performances… and a few surprises!
Live at The EMC
12th Sept 7.30pm, advance £25, on door £29
Jen Brister, John Kearns, Ed Night & Matt Richardson
Joe Avati - When I Was Your Age 13th Sept 8pm £26
Leave your political correctness at home, as Joe shares hilarious insights on how times have changed.
The George Michael Legacy 14th Sept 7.30pm £30
Join Wayne Dilks and his incredible band for a celebration of George’s fantastic 35 year career.
Aled Jones - Full Circle
15th Sept 7.30pm £72, £52, £32
Featuring never-before-heard music, tales from his 40 year career, and his story told in his own words.
Gustav Holst, ‘The Planets’ & Beyond
Lecturer: Roger Askew 19th Sept 10.30am
Celebrating the 150th anniversary of “The Planets” one of the most recorded work in English music.
Sixties Gold Starring The Tremeloes with The Searchers 20th Sept 7.30pm £31
Hits including Needles & Pins, When You Walk In The Room, Sweets For My Sweet and Sugar & Spice.
A carnival of excess, wild tales and improbable truths.
PP Arnold - Soul Survivor - An Intimate Evening of Music & Conversation
27th Sept 7.30pm £77, £30
With jaw-dropping stories from her remarkable life in a beautiful, intimate evening, peppered with song.
The South 28th Sept 7.30pm £29
Hear live with tracks including Perfect 10, Rotterdam, Old Red Eyes, Good as Gold and Don’t Marry Her.
The Davinci Michelangelo Experience
29th Sept 7.30pm £24.50
Videos, 3-D animations and images of their sketches, inventions, machines, sculptures and paintings.
Rothamsted Park, Harpenden AL5 2FR www.the-emc.co.uk
Pub in the Park 6th - 8th Sept
This years line-up includes headliners, Tinie Tempah, Olly Murs, Paloma Faith and Scouting for Girls. With demonstrations with celebrity chefs, football challenges, games, activities and the fabulous inflatable playground. Verulamium Park, St Albans www.pubintheparkuk.com
The Prae Wood Arms
Music on the Lawn, BBQ from 5pm, music from 6pm
- Jen Merchant 6th Sept
- Katie Plus Juan 13th Sept
Learn Kokedamam 10th Sept 7pm
Learn this Japanese art with Emma from Wild Alice Florists. £39.95
Dog Walk 28th Sept 9.30am
With (or without) your four legged friend join this ramble around St Albans. Meet at the pub for pastries and hot drinks, before setting off at 10am.
The Prae Wood Arms, St Albans AL3 6JZ www.brunningandprice.co.uk
Pinocchio & Pip Ahoy
7th Sept 11am & 1pm
Live on stage from CBeebies meet Pinocchio, Freeda the Pirate and Brave Heart McFee for dancing, games and plenty of fun. Then from CITV meet Pip Ahoy and Alan the bouncing penguin as they take you on an adventure direct from Salty Cove. All ages Luton Library Theatre, Luton LU1 2NG www.librarytheatre.co.uk
An idyllic weekend takes an unexpected turn as guests, each invited by different members of the bohemian Bliss family, arrive. Crossed wires, surprising confessions and declarations of love abound. The promise of a peaceful retreat is quickly dispelled as the guests are left confused, embarrassed and desperate to get away. £14
Merrily We Roll Along
25th - 28th Sept 7.30pm & 28th Sept 2.30pm
Spanning three decades in the entertainment business, and told in reverse order, this unmissable musical comedy is a spirited and cautionary tale for anyone who has ever pursued a dream. £22
Chinese Elvis Presents: The Diverse Elvis Spectrum 29th Sept 2.30pm
The diverse Elvii will make you laugh, sing and get up dancing. You might be surprised at the diversity of the Elvis spectrum, but one thing you’ll know by the end: this bunch of Elvises rock!
Abbey Theatre, Holywell Hill, St Albans AL1 2DL www.abbeytheatre.org.uk
The Old Town Hall Arts Centre
Mark Simmons: Quip Off The Mark 14th Sept 8pm
As seen on Mock The Week, the ’master of one-liners’, and social media phenomenon. £17, age 14+
Shadowing Hank 20th Sept 8pm
Celebration of the music of one of the UK’s greatestever guitarists. £18
Adventures in Science 21st Sept 2pm Age 7+
Join ‘The Magical Mr West’ on an adventure into the world of science magic and tomfoolery. £14, £12, Lucy Porter: No Regrets 27th & 28th Sept Age 16+
Lucy looks at how she can use shameful or annoying things from her past to change her future. £20
Hemel Hempstead HP1 3AE www.oldtownhall.co.uk
Amadeus Chamber Orchestra
28th Sept 7.30pm
Debussy: Petite Suite (orch. Henri Büsser)
Ravel: Piano concerto
Debussy: Prélude à l'après-midi d'un faune (arr Ravel)
Stravinsky: Pulcinella Suite
Conductor: Simon Thompson, Leader: Jennifer Wigram, Soloist (piano): Imma Setiadi on the door £18, in advance £15, child £1
St Peter's Church, St Albans AL1 3HG
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Silver Divorceis it on the increase?
I think all family law solicitors have noticed an increase in the age range for parties seeking a divorce. It is not unusual these days to have meetings with clients who have been married for many decades and are in their 60s, 70s and 80s. According to the Office for National Statistics, between 2005 - 2015 the divorce rate fell overall by 28% but the number of men over 65 divorcing went up by 23% and for women over 65, it went up 38%. These statistics are perhaps surprising but definitely accords with my experience and confirms that the average age of someone divorcing is increasing in the older category. I believe that the reason for this change can be explained as societal.
It used to be the case that turning 40 was an epic milestone in someone’s life and was the signifier of middle-age. One can see immediately that parties are, generally speaking, ‘aging’ much later in life.
Age is now seen very much as a number and with this in mind parties in their 60s are looking at their married life and wondering if, in the decades
remaining to them, they seek to make changes to their lifestyle.
It is also my experience that often these later in life divorces can be the least acrimonious. Parties have raised children together, have worked together and have achieved milestones between them. They want different things for the future but want to stay connected to be involved in family milestones together.
Divorce can become more complex if ill health or mental health capacity is affected, although such circumstances of course can affect any age group, and people at any stage of a separation or divorce. At Rayden Solicitors we have the specialist knowledge to guide you through such challenges.
If you are considering divorce or separation, please do contact Rayden Solicitors to discuss your situation further.
Paula Butterworth Executive Partner Rayden Solicitors Harpenden
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Shuttleworth Collection
Proms Weekend 31st Aug - 1st Sept gates 12pm
Two spectacular proms, including the new family show on Sunday featuring the Carnival of the Animals alongside a host of other entertainment for children.
Gain an insight into country life at the turn of the 20th Century when steam was in its heyday. With working demonstrations, live music and a magnificent line-up of showman’s engines generating the fairground rides. Biggleswade SG18 9DT www.shuttleworth.org
Capel Manor Gardens
Classic & Vintage Car Show 1st Sept 10am - 5pm
With a wide-range of up to 500 fabulous cars, some dating back to the 1920s, 30 acres of gardens, a mini zoo, entertainment and more. £12, child £6
Bee & Honey Annual Show
28th & 29th Sept 10am - 5pm
With observation hives, exhibitors, beekeepers and children’s craft activities. Included in admission
A perfect day out for Dino-mad children, meet these amazing animals up close, enjoy a dinosaur show, steam train rides, visit the Railway Museum, watch the model trains, ride the miniature railway and more. £14.50, child £10.50
Showbus 29th Sept
The UK’s biggest annual Bus Rally, with a chance to ride on some of the exhibits. To commemorate the 70th anniversary of the Routemaster, a parade of the iconic London buses will run from Aylesbury and arrive at midday. £14.50, child £10.50
Vultures are the most threatened group of birds in the world. See a special flying demonstration, a vulture meet and greet and plenty of other vulture-themed activities. £14.25, child £8.95
Herrings Green Farm, Wilstead MK45 3DT www.birdsofpreycentre.co.uk
Natural History Museum at Tring
Tactile Explorers
15th Sept 11am - 12 noon, free but please book Get hands on with real Museum specimens.
Sketch & Scribble
28thSept 2.30pm - 3.30pm, free but please book Marvel at specimens from the handling collection and practice your artistic skills at this fun drawing session.
The Walter Rothschild Building, Tring HP23 6AP www.nhm.ac.uk
Knebworth House
Petrolheadonism Live 14th & 15th Sept
With over 1,000 show cars from across all genres of vehicle from Supercars to Retro, Classics to Highly Modified, plus movie inspired vehicles and Hypercars. DogFest 21st & 22nd Sept
An action-packed day with world-class displays from top canine athletes, free expert advice and workshops, have-a-go activities, treats plus plenty of play!
Stevenage SG1 2AX www.knebworthhouse.com
Bat Walk 16th Sept 7pm Age 7+
Discover bats using detectors, hear them echolocating, seeking out moths and insects. £10, child £5, Home Farm Glamping, Elstree WD6 3AZ www.hertswildlifetrust.org.uk
Virtual Lecture: Dam Buster: Barnes Wallis, An Engineer’s Life 19th Sept 6pm
Richard Morris will discuss the life and legacy of Barnes Wallis. To be live-streamed via Crowdcast. Free but please book www.rafmuseum.org.uk
1940s Weekend 21st & 22nd Sept
A marvellous weekend of vintage entertainment. Dress to impress in 1940s attire, enjoy live music, and market stalls for a little vintage retail therapy.
Bletchley Park, Milton Keynes MK3 6EB www.bletchleypark.org.uk
My Year Walk 22nd Sept 11.30am & 2pm Age 6+
Ramble through woods and listen to extracts from Roald Dahl’s stories in thewoods and fields that inspired the books. Please book £4 plus museum entry Roald Dahl Museum, Great Missenden HP16 0AL www.roalddahlmuseum.org
Eco Fest 22nd Sept 12 noon - 4pm
Raising awareness of the small changes we can make to reduce our carbon footprint and save money. Enjoy fun activities, music and more..
Discover the fascinating traditions of our farming history and find out more about a traditional Harvest and rural skills. £15, child £10
Chiltern Open Air Museum,Chalfont St Peter HP8 4AB www.coam.org.uk
St Albans Museum+Gallery
Hertfordshire Histories: Global Impact until 30th Sept See how items from the collection reveal Hertfordshire’s connections to global consumerism.
Exhibition: Passion, Determination, Vision until 3rd Nov 11am - 5pm free
See textile portraits representing the works and impact of local people; Saint Alban, Stephen Hawking, Francis Bacon, George Bernard Shaw, Michael Morpurgo, Tim Rice and more.
Workshop: Life Writing 1st Sept 11am -1pm
Discover new writings by poets and authors, discuss them and write about your life in response to them. £15
Book Binding Workshop 8th Sept 2pm £20
Work with a local artist to make your own book to fill with journaling, notes or sketches. Age 16+
Herts Open Studios with artist Donna Borg 14th & 15th Sept free drop in
View her work and watch her paint. Work will be available to buy, including landscapes of St Albans and limited edition prints.
Living Memories of St Albans School of Art 18th Sept 7pm in person: £10 / Zoom: £6
Talk giving an insight into life at the School of Art and art education in recent history.
Still Life Drawing 27th Sept 11.30am £15
Join local artist Donna Borg as she guides you through the process of drawing in charcoal. For all levels
Circular Weaving Workshop 28th Sept 11am £35
Learn to weave and create a design using wools and ribbons to make your own hoop art.
St Albans Museum + Gallery AL1 3DH www.stalbansmuseums.org.uk
St Albans Cathedral
Parish BBQ 8th Sept 12 noon £12, family £30
All are welcome to celebrate the start of the new school year. Enjoy a glass of Pimm’s on arrival. Please bring chairs or picnic blankets.
Lord Grimthorpe in Costume 15th Sept 1.30pm free Lord Grimthorpe is not amused that few people realise most of the exterior of the cathedral is his work. He will be returning to show you what he did. Please book, walk-ins are welcome if there’s room.
Roman Festival Week 16th Sept 10am - 2.30pm
Key Stage 2 pupils can take part in this event which includes three workshops, and the chance to meet a Roman Soldier. £9
Between Worlds: An Exhibition of Sculpture with Alan & Tracey Micklethwaite 17th Sept - 3rd Oct
Alan has carried out restoration carving, conservation work and lettering inscriptions at the Cathedral, and Tracey has designed and carved lettering inscriptions for the church and its precincts. See their sculptures in stone, ceramic, metal and glass. Free, donations welcome
Organ Concert: Hannah Gill 18th Sept 12.30pm
Free with a retiring collection
Stone Carving Workshop 21st Sept 10.30am £35
With Alan Micklethwaite, Stonemason and author of 'Restoration Stone Carving'. Create a small piece of relief sculpture, using the basic tools and techniques of stone carving.
Grand Designs Tour 21st Sept 10.30am £10, £9, child £3
Discover the skill and artistry of the medieval builders and craftsmen, including stone and wood carving, stained glass, bell casting, wall painting and illuminated manuscripts.
IOF Concert: Darius Battiwalla 21st Sept 6.30pm
Maurice Duruflé, Suite opus 5 / Nadia Boulanger, Pièce sur des airs populaires flamands / Bach/Busoni, Chaconne (arr. D. Battiwalla) / Whitlock, Four Extemporisations / Dupré, Prelude and Fugue in G minor op. 7 n° 3. Free with a retiring collection
St Albans Cathedral AL1 1BY www.stalbanscathedral.org
Heritage Open Days 6th - 15th Sept www.heritageopendays.org.uk
Volunteers across the country invite you to experience local history, architecture and culture, all for free, here are some of the local events taking place.
St Albans South Signal Box 7th & 8th Sept 10am - 5pm
Visit the largest preserved Midland Railway signal box in the UK. See signalling demonstrations, operate working signals and a point and more. Ridgmont Road, St Albans AL1 3AG www.sigbox.co.uk
Learn all about Walter Rothschild’s extraordinary life at Tring, and see his favourite specimens.
Natural History Museum, The Walter Rothschild Building, Tring HP23 6AP www.nhm.ac.uk
Hertford Castle Heritage Day 8th Sept 12 noon - 4pm
Fun for all the family, watch a settlement of interactive medieval encampments, fire breathing, falconry flying displays, re-enactment battle scenes, storytelling and more. Hertford Castle, Castle Street SG14 1HR www.hertford.gov.uk
Bletchley Park
Talk: Making Connections 13th Sept 11am please book
Join historians to explore how top-secret intelligence came in and went out of Bletchley Park.
Talk & Book Signing: Rhian Tracey 15th Sept 11am please book, age 8+
Meet the children’s author of The Bletchley Park Mystery series, includes a Q&A, a book signing and a trail guiding you through the fictional and real worlds of Bletchley Park Bletchley Park, Milton Keynes MK3 6EB www.bletchleypark.org.uk
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If you do not have a Will, you have no say over what happens to your assets when you die and this can cause difficulties for those you care about most.
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Please get in touch to see how we can help make sure your home and other property is inherited by your loved ones effectively.
