NHS staff across Hertfordshire are appealing for the public’s support as they prepare for the Easter bank holiday weekend, followed by a four-day junior doctors’ strike which will affect local services. Significant disruption is expected, particularly during the strike period (beginning 7am on Tuesday 11 April and ending at 7am on Saturday 15 April) which […]
Naomi MacKay watched The Shawshank Redemption at Aylesbury Waterside Theatre. On until Saturday 8 April. Doing a stage production of a popular film is always a risky business – and when you take on a modern classic like the Shawshank Redemption, based on a story by Stephen King, and which was nominated for seven academy […]
At Waddesdon, the arrival of spring in the gardens is heralded by the sight of thousands of daffodils bursting in bloom. This year, these swathes of sunny yellow flowers mark the start of an exciting spring and summer in the Grade 1 listed grounds at Waddesdon. From mid-April to early May, thousands of tulips will […]
People aged over 75, residents in care homes for older adults, and those with weakened immune systems will be offered a COVID-19 booster jab over the coming weeks. Spring boosters will be given to those most vulnerable first with GP practices vaccinating their housebound patients and older adults in residential care. Vaccinations will then be […]
In a UK first, Whipsnade Zoo, is inviting visitors to get closer to wildlife and ‘Meet our Common Hippos’ Hodor and Lola – as part of an exciting new experience at the conservation zoo. From Thursday 4 May hippo fanatics will be able to join expert zookeepers behind-the-scenes at the UK’s largest zoo to see […]
Passengers planning on using the West Coast main line this Easter are being advised to travel either side of the bank holiday with major improvements to a railway junction in Watford closing Euston for four days. Network Rail is investing £10.8m to upgrade track and overhead lines on the West Coast South route to improve […]
The 11th Chilterns Walking Festival will take place 20 May – 4 June. It will feature a programme of over 60 walks and events throughout the Chilterns. A chance to enjoy the splendour of the landscape at its springtime best. There are a number of new walking experiences on offer, a selection below: Author and […]
DENS, Liberty Tea Rooms and Christians Against Poverty have announced an exciting partnership to support local people facing financial difficulties. Funded by The Trussell Trust, the Financial Empowerment Programme aims to help those who access the Dacorum Foodbank, or may be at risk of needing the service, to manage their financial situation and provide practical […]
Florence Nightingale Hospice Charity returns with a brand new fundraising event this summer on Saturday 24 June. The inaugural Walk of Light will give the charity’s supporters the opportunity to come together to remember loved ones, show their support and raise funds for local hospice care. The event will see walkers complete 5 or 10 […]
Volunteers are being called to help save one of Britain’s fastest declining mammals, by taking part in a nationwide water vole survey between 15 April and 15 June. No prior experience is needed, and free training is available. Wildlife charity People’s Trust for Endangered Species (PTES) runs the annual survey which requires volunteers to visit a […]
Children that have access to performing arts classes have the opportunity to become more socially confident and happier, thus having a positive effect on their mental health, findings from a new survey released on World Theatre Day shows. The poll from Tring Park School for the Performing Arts, which boasts alumni such as Hollywood stars Lily James […]
Could you help National Highways reduce emissions from cement or steel by using alternatives or find innovative ways to recycle materials? National Highways has teamed up with Connected Places Catapult to find innovative solutions for net zero carbon maintenance and construction in an exciting new competition worth £1.7m launched today. The winners could receive £30,000 […]