What was it like to work at one of Hertfordshire’s most iconic factories? A new book by Dacorum Heritage reveals the untold stories of Ovaltine’s local legacy. Entitled A Wander Through Ovaltine the book offers a behind-the-scenes look at the archive rescued from the factory upon its closure in 2002 and cared for by Dacorum Heritage, the […]
On Monday 19 May, new Deputy Chief Constable Andy Mariner joined Hertfordshire Constabulary. Andy, who brings with him more than 28 years’ policing experience, said: ‘I am delighted to be joining Hertfordshire – a great organisation with a reputation of being an innovative, friendly and victim-focused constabulary. ‘I have visited on a number of occasions […]
The Marlowes Shopping Centre has announced that a Jurassic invasion will be returning to the centre on Wednesday 28 May, free for families to enjoy. Running at intervals between 11am-4pm in the South Mall, Dino Day will see shoppers marvel at the enormous T.Rex Chomp, and friendly baby dinosaurs. Visitors to the centre can snap […]
Victoria Collins, MP for Harpenden and Berkhamsted, has officially opened Open Door’s Community Garden for 2025. This garden is a much-loved space amongst the Berkhamsted community, and a product of the hard work of Open Door’s volunteer gardening team. It is a fantastic community space open to all, boasting impressive flowers, vegetable patches, and habitats […]
This May Bank Holiday weekend, step back in time and witness the fierce battles of Roman gladiators at Chiltern Open Air Museum on 25 and 26 May. In an action-packed event, hear warriors clash in combat for glory, survival, and the thrill of the crowd. From criminals and prisoners of war to disgraced soldiers and […]
Police are appealing for witnesses and information following reports of criminal damage in Berkhamsted. Between 8pm and midnight on Friday 9 May, an altercation between a group of people took place on the High Street. During this, someone was reportedly pushed, causing damage to the window of Knights Lettings. PC Jason Appleby, from the Dacorum […]
An endangered northern rockhopper penguin (Eudyptes moseleyi) is being hand-reared by zookeepers at Whipsnade Zoo in Bedfordshire. The precious two-week old chick, whom keepers have affectionately nicknamed ‘noisy’ due to its constant chirping whenever they are near, is receiving round the clock care, including being hand fed three times a day and being kept warm […]
Police are appealing for witnesses, information and dash cam footage following a collision in Tring. The incident occurred in the High Street at around 5.20pm on Friday 16 May. A cyclist and a Volvo EX30 were involved. The cyclist, a man aged in his 60s, sustained serious injuries but is currently in a stable condition […]
The Hospice of St Francis has launched an appeal calling on the community to help keep the eight beds on their Inpatient Unit open. The Hospice is located in Berkhamsted and supports over 2,000 patients and their families across West Hertfordshire and South Buckinghamshire every year. Director of Care, Fay Richardson, explained why the Hospice […]
Following the incredible success of its reimagined launch in 2024, Kites Connect Festival is set to return to the National Trust’s Dunstable Downs this summer for another celebration of community, creativity, and the wonder of kite flying. Last year’s event welcomed over 20,000 visitors, who gathered to watch the sky come alive with colour and […]
A spectacular two-day festival of performance, art, music, food and drink set against the magnificent backdrop of Waddesdon Manor revives an old tradition. Inspired by Baron Ferdinand de Rothschild’s (1839-1898) annual summer garden party – known as The Baron’s Treat – this 2025 counterpart promises a feast of pop-up theatre and musical performances, culinary delights, […]
Dacorum Borough Council is excited to announce the launch of the Dacorum Creative Showcase, a celebration of local arts, culture and heritage taking place from 24 May to 29 June 2025. The programme will feature a wide range of creative and heritage activities delivered by organisations across the borough – all open to the community. […]
