On 10 May 2021, actor and TV personality Ryan Thomas will begin to walk the equivalent of 10 marathons; 262 miles, in 10 days. Timed to mark the start of Mental Health Awareness Week, Ryan is doing the challenge to raise money and bring awareness for mental health and suicide prevention charity, CALM (Campaign Against […]
Soak up some culture post-lockdown as London Transport Museum in Covent Garden throws open its doors from 10am on Monday 17 May 2021 when restrictions lift. The Museum’s friendly Customer Service Team will be on hand with a warm welcome to help people enjoy their visit safely. One-way routes and social distancing will be in place, and unless […]
Mental Health Awareness Week (10-16 May 2021) is an annual event that aims to raise awareness of mental health problems and the services available to support people. This year’s theme set by The Mental Health Foundation will be focusing on nature. Hertfordshire, Mid Essex and West Essex IAPT Services will be providing local residents with […]
Two of the most experienced and reputable Hertfordshire estate agency brands join forces. Aitchisons Residential offices in St Albans and Berkhamsted have just been acquired by Hertfordshire-based estate agency Ashtons. The deal sees two of the most trusted and established Hertfordshire brands join forces. Both operating in commuter locations outside of the M25 within the […]
Monkey Puzzle Day Nurseries Ltd has been recognised as one of the 2021 UK’s Best WorkplacesTM from 29 April 2021. Their exceptional work life balance where they scored 100% is just one of the many reasons why employees love working for Monkey Puzzle Day Nurseries Ltd – even during a global pandemic! Despite an incredibly challenging […]
Lockers Park (Boxmoor, Hemel Hempstead) is delighted to announce that the school’s Deputy Head, Mr Gavin Taylor, has been promoted to Headmaster and will take over the helm from September 2021. Lockers Park is a leading boys’ school with a Pre-Prep for ages 4-7 and Prep School for ages 7-13. The school holds an excellent […]
Joanna Lumley lends support to summer fundraising campaign of national charity Horatio’s Garden Joanna Lumley, actress, activist and ambassador of national charity Horatio’s Garden, is encouraging everyone to take up their teapots this summer in aid of the third annual Horatio’s Garden Fabulous Summer Tea Party, which raises vital funds to support people affected by […]
The reopening of pub gardens and outdoor spaces on 12 April meant a long-awaited return to work for team members at five pubs in Hertfordshire and, for some, it has meant they recommence work in a newly promoted position. As part of The Oakman Group, which was awarded the Princess Royal Training Award for a […]
An innovative notification system aiming to provide more joined-up help and support to children reported missing in Hertfordshire launches today, Monday 26 April. The scheme is being piloted in Hertfordshire in partnership with the county’s Children’s Services, education providers and Operation Encompass, a charitable organisation first set up in 2010 to help schools safeguard children […]
Hertfordshire Constabulary will conduct a week of action to combat knife crime between Monday 26 April and Sunday 2 May as part of Operation Sceptre, a national knife crime initiative. Knife related crime remains lower in Hertfordshire than in other parts of the country, but the campaign aims to reinforce the message that carrying a […]
To support the return of domestic tourism and inspire bookings to Herts, Visit Herts is launching a campaign targeting the domestic market by showcasing Hert’s outstanding food and drink offer and breath-taking landscapes to capitalise on an increased interest in reconnecting with nature and local produce This campaign will be supported by the national VisitEngland […]
Local Tring distillery gains further recognition at the London Spirits Competition Small batch gin producer Puddingstone Distillery has been awarded two gold medals and two silver medals in the 2021 London Spirit Competition for its Campfire Gin range. This is a great achievement for the Hertfordshire-based nano craft gin distillery, founded by Ben and Kate […]