What's On July 2021 by The What's On Mag

Covering Harpenden, Wheathampstead, Redbourn & surrounding villages.

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July to September 2021

Harpenden Lions Club Highland Gathering

Diary of Events IS BACK!

A Scottish themed family fun day out and fundraiser for charities. Rothamsted Park, Harpenden, AL5 2LX.

See pages 35-50

Need Building Supplies

Sunday 12 September - 11am to 4:30pm

See page 67

Holidays Ideals from two local companies See pages 18 and 22

Entry via Ticket: Adults £7 on gate (£4 advance purchase), accompanied under 16s free.

Heritage Plaster Services Craftsmen in plaster See page 59

Marching Pipe Bands; Highland Dancing; Highland Games; Arena Displays; Stage Performances; Children’s Races; Haggis Hurling; Archery; Go Karts; Stalls; Food; Bar ... and more! Online sales: www.harplions.com Helpline: 0345 833 7426

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Summer 2021 Contents Welcome to the Summer Edition of “What’s On Herts” published by Your Local Media. The sun has been shining and with restrictions loosening, hopefully it’s a sign of good things to come. We welcome back our “Diary of Events” section, however as always, please double check that the event is still going ahead before you leave home and update yourself of any changing restrictions. We compile the listings months before that actual event, so despite all our best efforts, if there has been any changes by the event organisers, we will only have access to the information at the time of printing and therefore might be out of date by the actual time of the event so PLEASE DOUBLE CHECK BEFORE YOU GO! In the magazine we also have a full packed “Homes” sections, so if you are planning a bitrenovation, you’ll find all the numbers you’ll need and if you fancy a holiday, there’s a few ideas on pages 18 and 22 Our magazine can be viewed online by visiting www.harpendendirectory.co.uk and search “What’s On “ so if you leave home without it, you can view it on your phone. Stay safe and well, Your Local Media.

Diary of Events Health Recipes Homes Gardens Motors

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BOWLING AGAIN! The Redbourn Bowls Club was established in 2005 when all-weather bowls green was opened at (then) Redbourn Recreation Centre. Bowling is a great sport that can be enjoyed irrespective of age, gender or prior experience. After the 2020 season was written off because of the pandemic, members were delighted to be able to start bowling again when restrictions were eased on 29th March. This season we have 26 matches against other bowls clubs, a full programme of internal competitions and plenty of opportunities for purely social bowling. As long as the pandemic continues, the club will follow the guidance and protocols of Bowls England to ensure that participation is not only enjoyable but safe. New members will be welcome at any time.

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Harpenden Town Council now owns Rothamsted Park after finalising the acquisition from St Albans City & District Council on 30 April 2021. The transfer of ownership will bring numerous benefits to Harpenden residents and users of Rothamsted Park, with the Town Council planning significant financial investments and biodiversity enhancements. Residents will see an immediate impact from the new ownership, with Harpenden Town Council investing £150,000 into the redevelopment of the Rothamsted Park Play Area. The Town Council is working in partnership with Playground Action Rothamsted Committee (PARC), a group of local residents who for a long time have driven forward the vision for the project and have fundraised more than £110k themselves. Residents should be hugely grateful to the outstanding work of PARC in getting the project to this stage. Work on the £250k play area is set to commence in June, with an estimated opening date of late July for the new play area. We are really excited to be able to deliver this new play area within just a few months of taking ownership of the park. - Continued on page 10.

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Continued from page 8 The play area is just the start of a number of improvements projects that the Town Council will be making. We have also allocated significant funding to: - Develop a new 3G pitch on the site that will provide first class facilities for junior football and sport in the Town. • Build a new community pavilion to replace the two existing structures that are in a very poor state of repair. • Make improvements to the grass sports pitches so that they are of a higher quality and are less susceptible to bad winter weather. • Refresh the signage across the site. • Increase the number of benches and bins. All of our planned improvements will be set out in a new management plan for the site that will be developed during 2021. At the heart of this management plan will be a focus on biodiversity and making environmental improvements in the park. We will carry out community engagement on the management plan later this year and look forward to receiving ideas from residents. Harpenden Town Mayor Cllr Paul Cousin said,“The Town Council is delighted to have taken ownership of Rothamsted Park.The park is an invaluable and much-loved asset for our local community, and this transfer will enable us to deliver significant improvements in the years ahead to ensure it is an outstanding and engaging open space for everyone to enjoy.” The Rothamsted Park transfer does not include the new Leisure and Culture Centres, depot building, or car parks, which will all remain under the ownership of St Albans City & District Council. Any queries regarding the transfer of ownership can be directed to: Harpenden.Town.Council@harpenden.gov.uk

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Cloudy2Clear, A Local Service With A Smile. I think we can all agree that the sooner we see the back of 2020 and this dreadful corona virus the better. That said, there are also some heart warming positives that we can take out of this situation. It has often been said that we can only really get to know one another and realise what is truly important in times of crisis. I think few would argue that in this case what has proven to be important is local community spirit. When talking to the Manager of Cloudy2Clear windows Stephen Moon it became clear that these values have been held dear for a number of years. Since starting the business some years ago Cloudy2Clear have remained true to their core values of

supporting the local community by providing a service that saves the public money. The Cloudy2Clear service only requires the glass to be replaced and not the whole window once the unit has failed. Stephen commented “Cloudy2Clear were able to assist our community through the last financial crisis in 2008 due to the savings that can be made in using our service. Unfortunately we might be going through something similar again soon and the public can rest assured that we will be there to help again”.

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HARPENDEN TRUST THANKS COMMUNITY FOR RECORD BREAKING APPEAL TOTAL

The Harpenden Trust has announced that thanks to the generosity of local residents and businesses, the total for its annual Care Fund Christmas Appeal stands at just under £65,000 – more than any other year previously. Over the past year, donations to the Harpenden Trust’s Care Fund have enabled the Trust to help the community in a wide variety of ways. These include setting up the Harpenden Cares Contact Centre to answer over 2,000 calls for Covid-19 Pandemic support and assisting over 12 local GP practices with delivering oxygen monitors to local residents. In addition, the Trust has provided financial and practical support to over 565 local families, utility grants to over 80 local residents on low pensions and given befriending support to over 70 people in need of it – a number that continues to rise. The annual Christmas Appeal is the main fundraising opportunity for the Harpenden Trust’s Care Fund. However, Covid-19 restrictions over the past year have meant that traditional fundraising activities, such the door-to-door collection, were not possible, making the Appeal total even more remarkable. As restrictions lift, the Harpenden Trust will also seek to reinstate their popular coffee mornings and outings for various sectors of the community, including seniors and families. As well as the activities of the Care Fund, the Harpenden Trust is also currently playing a key role in the community in supporting the local GPs surgeries in organising the roll out of COVID-19 vaccinations in Harpenden.

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THE HARPENDEN HOPPER IS BACK!

Anyone can use the bus which costs just £2.00 for an adult single journey. (Children under 16 - £1.00). Senior bus passes will be accepted.

The bus is currently operating Monday Friday from 9.25am to 12.30pm. Check www.harpendenhopper. co.uk for up-to-date route and timetable information. Everything possible is being done to make your journey as safe as possible. All contact surfaces on the buses are regularly cleaned, the seating capacity has been reduced to allow for social distancing, a ‘correct fare’ system is in place to avoid cash handling, and passengers must wear a face mask (unless exempt). Anyone can use the bus which costs just £2.00 for an adult single journey. (Children under 16 - £1.00). Senior bus passes will be accepted.

The service is a “Hail and Ride” service, so simply hold out your hand to alert the driver and the bus will stop. Once on the bus, tell the driver where you want to get off and they will drop you at the closest safe place along the route. The current route includes Southdown, Eastmoor Park, and West Common Way as well as a much faster route into town from Kinsbourne Green. If you have any queries, please call the Hopper Hotline on 01582 638007 or visit www.harpendenhopper.co.uk The Hopper is run by a local charity called Harpenden Connect and is supported by Harpenden Town Council.

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THERE’S A NEW SHOP IN TOWN!

You may recognise their faces from our Farmer’s Market, and if not, meet Henry and Farhana. They’ve recently opened a new retail experience unlike anything we’ve seen in Harpenden before. They’ve been running HIH for well over four years now and began with the intention of creating beautiful home fragrances that work for Farhana’s asthma and endless allergies. Henry has worked full-time on the business since almost the very beginning, while Farhana went full-time last year prior to setting up their studio. Before this they worked from a workshop they built at home.While speaking to the pair Farhana joked, “It’s just great having somewhere heated to work from now.”

Having built their own production studio where they hand make their home, bath, body and beauty products, they decided it was critical to offer a space for customers to collect online orders and explore the collection in person.

When they began in 2017 they made just eight products. Now they have a shop with ninety two products, ranging from locally sourced gift cards, to enormous three wicked candles that are ideal table centrepieces. So if you’re looking to support local, shop small and experience ‘slow-shopping’, give this new shop a visit.

Since the last lockdown was lifted, they’ve worked hard to create a cosy, yet minimalist, area of their studio where customers can browse, test and feel at home. Fitted with birch plywood wall panelling and a beautiful marble tulip table to walk around, it’s an extremely warm and welcoming experience. Sectioned off from their production space, it has a comfy emerald green armchair to help you relax and take your time while exploring. When we spoke to Henry, who said “It’s the ﬁrst time we can invite customers in where our full collection of products can be sampled. We’ve always struggled to describe our scents online, so it’s great to ﬁnally invite customers in to browse, where they can get a feel for both the scents and quality of our products.” He also mentioned “With the space we’ve been able to offer additional add-on products, such as artisan chocolates, greeting cards and homeware accessories too.” What were our candle makers doing before their shop? Well, they began as local market traders and ran an online shop, which is still their main focus. 30 30

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What’s On JULY

Inside Out Pop-Up Market

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Retailers and market traders combine for an inside out pop-up market every Friday in George street, High Street and Market Place in St Albans from 11am- 5pm. For more details visit www.enjoystalbans.com/event

Summer Concert at Rothamsted Manor with Steve Moss

Following our sell-out winter concerts last year, we are delighted to bring you our summer series of concerts. Steve Moss, musical director of London’s Mary Poppins, will once again invite special guests to join him at Rothamsted Manor for an intimate evening of concerts. Drinks and snacks are available on arrival from the bar and can be enjoyed in the lounge or, if the weather allows, in our beautiful manor gardens. The show will be held in the Great Drawing room, and the room will be set in a theatre style for up to 90 people. Seating will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. Doors open at 6.30pm. Performance starts at 7.30pm, and there will be an interval during the performance. Carriages at 10pm. Event address: Rothamsted Manor West Common, Harpenden AL5 2BG Free parking. For more information please visit: www.rothamstedenterprises.com/event

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St Albans Vegan Market - St Peters Street 10.30am – 4pm The St Albans Vegan Market takes over St Peter’s Street in the centre of the town, where the Charter and Farmer’s Markets operate, on several Sundays throughout the year. The event features up to 60 stalls including a huge variety of vegan fast food, healthy eats, artisan savouries, sweet bakes, craft cheeses, handmade cosmetics, ethical clothing & jewellery, arts & crafts, plastic-free, and charity stalls. All created by a handpicked selection of talented, ethical and sustainable businesses. For more info visit: www.veganmarkets.co.uk/st-albans

NHS Frontline Services Day

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The first NHS, Social Care and Frontline Workers Day takes place on Monday, July 5th 2021. The day is to show gratitude to the NHS and frontline services whilst remembering those who have lost their lives in service. There will be timed activities throughout the day; more details to come. Visit www.harpenden.gov.uk/event

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Celebrate the power and intimacy of the human voice, with performers who are renowned for their passion and precision: Tenebrae Choir from 8.15pm – 10.30pm. Book with confidence: if you find that you can no longer attend you will be entitled to a full refund. Tickets from St Albans Cathedral Box Office, www.stalbanscathedral.org or 01727 890210 Event Address: St Albans Cathedral, Sumpter Yard, AL1 1BY.

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Snoopy The Musical by Larry Grossman - Every day 20:00 - 23:00 St Albans Youth Music Theatre presents, Snoopy The Musical by Larry Grossman and Hal Hackady, based on the comic strip ‘Peanuts’ by Charles M Schul . On top of his doghouse, Snoopy dreams of adventure. Isn’t there more to life than chasing sticks and eating dog food? This musical charts a year in the life of the iconic beagle and his friends, reflecting the trials and tribulations of being a kid and showing what can happen when just one person believes in you. For more information visit www.abbeytheatre.org.uk Inside Out Pop-Up Market

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Summer Concert at Rothamsted Manor with Steve Moss Following our sell-out winter concerts last year, we are delighted to bring you our summer series of concerts. Steve Moss, musical director of London’s Mary Poppins, will once again invite special guests to join him at Rothamsted Manor for an intimate evening of concerts. Drinks and snacks are available on arrival from the bar and can be enjoyed in the lounge or, if the weather allows, in our beautiful manor gardens. The show will be held in the Great Drawing room, and the room will be set in a theatre style for up to 90 people. Seating will be allocated on a first-come, firstserved basis. Doors open at 6.30pm. Performance starts at 7.30pm, and there will be an interval during the performance. Carriages at 10pm. Event address: Rothamsted Manor West Common, Harpenden AL5 2BG Free parking. For more information please visit: www.rothamstedenterprises.com/event

Nicola Benedetti with Aurora Orchestra One of today’s most influential solo artists combines with a group of extraordinary musicians who have a boundless appetite for adventure, performing Beethoven’s Violin Concerto from 8pm – 10.30pm. Book with confidence: if you find that you can no longer attend you will be entitled to a full refund. Tickets from St Albans Cathedral Box Office, www.stalbanscathedral. org or 01727 890210 Event Address: St Albans Cathedral, Sumpter Yard, AL1 1BY.

St Albans Farmers Market Event Time 8am – 2pm at St Peter’s Street, St Albans AL3 5DJ Expect to find local specialities, mouth watering cheeses, seasonal fruit and vegetables, fresh herbs, top quality meat and game, dairy produce, freshly baked cakes & bread and locally hand crafted goods. Street food to eat there and then, and plenty to take home, alongside entertainment and delicious refreshments. Farmers’ Markets help local farmers, growers, and producers to sell their own produce, direct to the public. The markets provides fresh, safe, natural, nutritious food that you can trust. Plus, a vibrant and entertaining shopping experience in the heart of St Albans. For more info please visit www.enjoystalbans.com

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Thomas Trotter Organ Recital - 3pm – 5.30pm The President of the International Organ Festival, Thomas Trotter was awarded the highly prestigious Queen’s Medal for Music last year. Book with confidence: if you find that you can no longer attend you will be entitled to a full refund. Tickets from St Albans Cathedral Box Office, www.stalbanscathedral.org or 01727 890210 Event Address: St Albans Cathedral, Sumpter Yard, AL1 1BY. The Great Outdoors: Roderick Williams - Event time 8.15pm – 10.30pm Songs of Travel by Ralph Vaughan Williams, together with music by Butterworth, Ireland, Gurney and more. The celebrated baritone performs with pianist Susie Allan and Momentum Artist Felix Kemp. Book with confidence: if you find that you can no longer attend you will be entitled to a full refund. Tickets from St Albans Cathedral Box Office, www.stalbanscathedral.org or 01727 890210 Event Address: St Albans Cathedral, Sumpter Yard, AL1 1BY.

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Jess Gillam Ensemble - Event time 8.00pm – 10.30pm One of the most exciting young musicians on the international stage presents an eclectic programme. Expect electrifying energy and serene tranquillity in equal measure! Book with confidence: if you find that you can no longer attend you will be entitled to a full refund. Tickets from St Albans Cathedral Box Office, www.stalbanscathedral.org or 01727 890210 Event Address: St Albans Cathedral, Sumpter Yard, AL1 1BY. Angela Hewitt, piano - Event time 8.30pm – 10.30pm One of the St Albans International Organ Festival’s very favourite performers returns to what is sure to be a warm welcome. Angela Hewitt has rightly been described in The Sunday Times as ‘one of the reliably mesmerising musicians of the day’. Book with confidence: if you find that you can no longer attend you will be entitled to a full refund. Tickets from St Albans Cathedral Box Office, www.stalbanscathedral.org or 01727 890210 Event Address: St Albans Cathedral, Sumpter Yard, AL1 1BY.

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The Phantom of the Opera - Event time 9pm – 11.30pm Live improvisation to a classic horror film from 1925. Organ students from the Royal Academy of Music perform with live electronics, percussion, and piano. Book with confidence: if you find that you can no longer attend you will be entitled to a full refund. Tickets from St Albans Cathedral Box Office, www.stalbanscathedral.org or 01727 890210 Event Address: St Albans Cathedral, Sumpter Yard, AL1 1BY.

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Following our sell-out winter concerts last year, we are delighted to bring you our summer series of concerts. Steve Moss, musical director of London’s Mary Poppins, will once again invite special guests to join him at Rothamsted Manor for an intimate evening of concerts. Drinks and snacks are available on arrival from the bar and can be enjoyed in the lounge or, if the weather allows, in our beautiful manor gardens. The show will be held in the Great Drawing room, and the room will be set in a theatre style for up to 90 people. Seating will be allocated on a first-come, firstserved basis. Doors open at 6.30pm. Performance starts at 7.30pm, and there will be an interval during the performance. Carriages at 10pm. Event address: Rothamsted Manor West Common, Harpenden AL5 2BG Free parking. For more information please visit: www.rothamstedenterprises.com/event

Dean Friedman at Harpenden Public Halls Hailed by critics and fans alike as a one of the finest songwriters of his generation, Friedman has achieved legendary, pop icon status for chart topping hits, Ariel, Lucky Stars, Lydia, Woman of Mine and more. Invite family and friends for an evening of powerful, poignant and hilarious songs about the ordinary and extraordinary lives we share! ‘Entirely Unique and Utterly Brilliant!’ Venue opens 6.30pm, Auditorium opens 7.00pm at Harpenden Public Halls, Southdown Road, Harpenden, Herts AL5 1TE. BOX OFFICE: 01582 767525. For more info visit: www.harpendenpublichalls.co.uk

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Daniel Hyde Organ Recital - Event time 6pm – 8.30pm Daniel Hyde succeeded Sir Stephen Cleobury as Director of Music of the Choir of King’s College, Cambridge in 2019.Book with confidence: if you find that you can no longer attend you will be entitled to a full refund. Tickets from St Albans Cathedral Box Office, www.stalbanscathedral.org or 01727 890210 Event Address: St Albans Cathedral, Sumpter Yard, AL1 1BY. Inside Out Pop-Up Market

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Great British Food Festival from 10am – 5pm (Includes Park & Gardens) The Great British Food Festival is returning to Knebworth Park this Summer, bringing amazing artisan producers, scrumptious street food and brilliant bars. The perfect recipe for a fun, foodie, family day out! More than ‘just another food festival’, The Great British Food Festival combines the nation’s love of great food and drink with some of the country’s most treasured locations, providing a unique opportunity to explore new flavours and beautiful venues, all at the same time! The Great British Food Festival is a fantastic day out with access to Knebworth Park, Gardens, Adventure Playground and Dinosaur Trail included in the ticket price. To keep all of our visitors and colleagues safe, things may look a little different this year – more open-air market style, hand sanitiser stations, one-way systems – but always plenty of family friendlyfun in the fresh air. Event Address: Knebworth House Old Knebworth Ln, Stevenage SG1 2AX For more information and to book tickets please visit: www.knebworthhouse.com/events

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St Albans Vintage Market - 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 info visit: www.enjoystalbans.com Film Night at Rothamsted Conference Centre – Military Wives (12A) Occasionally, we turn our modern and comfortable auditorium into a cinema for the evening, showing a selection of films from classics to the latest releases. Our café and licensed bar are open for refreshments during the show. Our café will be open for refreshments during the film, including a licensed bar. Doors open at 6.30pm and Film starts at 7.30pm Free Parking. Rothamsted Conference Centre, West Common, Harpenden AL5 2JQ. For more information, parking and ticket info, please visit: www.rothamstedenterprises.com/event

Inside Out Pop-Up Market Retailers and market traders combine for an inside out pop-up market every Friday in George street, High Street and Market Place in St Albans from 11am- 5pm. For more details visit www.enjoystalbans.com/event

Summer Concert at Rothamsted Manor with Steve Moss Following our sell-out winter concerts last year, we are delighted to bring you our summer series of concerts. Steve Moss, musical director of London’s Mary Poppins, will once again invite special guests to join him at Rothamsted Manor for an intimate evening of concerts. Drinks and snacks are available on arrival from the bar and can be enjoyed in the lounge or, if the weather allows, in our beautiful manor gardens. The show will be held in the Great Drawing room, and the room will be set in a theatre style for up to 90 people. Seating will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. Doors open at 6.30pm. Performance starts at 7.30pm, and there will be an interval during the performance. Carriages at 10pm. Event address: Rothamsted Manor West Common, Harpenden AL5 2BG Free parking. For more information please visit: www.rothamstedenterprises.com/event

Harpenden Farmers Market 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. There are several important changes & details to be aware of for the Farmers’ Market. These changes are being implemented to create a safe environment where people feel confident to come and visit: To keep up to date of the farmers market location and other information, please visit https://www.harpenden.gov.uk/harpenden-farmers-market

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The all-new St Albans Comedy Garden promises the ultimate remedy this summer with five nights of stupendous stand-up comedy starring DARA O’BRIAIN, SARA PASCOE, ALAN DAVIES, TOM ALLEN, AISLING BEA, ROB BECKETT, JOSH WIDDICOMBE and many more in the glorious surroundings of Verulamium Park. This series of magnificent mixed-bill shows will be presented in an open-air theatre set in St Alban’s beautiful Verulamium Park. The comedy extravaganza will be brim full with pop-up bars serving craft beers, summer-styled cocktails and more to wash down tasty morsels from the leading lights of the local street-food scene. All shows will take place in a fully-seated open-air theatre with tickets sold in multiples of two, these key features are designed to ensure a smooth transition should social distancing need to be introduced across the event. This summer’s event is all set to be a rib-tickling remedy to the past year, so get your tickets now and be part of the first-ever St Albans Comedy Garden! Visit the website to find out more www.stalbanscomedygarden.co.uk

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Summer Concert at Rothamsted Manor with Steve Moss Following our sell-out winter concerts last year, we are delighted to bring you our summer series of concerts. Steve Moss, musical director of London’s Mary Poppins, will once again invite special guests to join him at Rothamsted Manor for an intimate evening of concerts. Drinks and snacks are available on arrival from the bar and can be enjoyed in the lounge or, if the weather allows, in our beautiful manor gardens. The show will be held in the Great Drawing room, and the room will be set in a theatre style for up to 90 people. Seating will be allocated on a firstcome, first-served basis. Doors open at 6.30pm. Performance starts at 7.30pm, and there will be an interval during the performance. Carriages at 10pm. Event address: Rothamsted Manor West Common, Harpenden AL5 2BG Free parking. For more information please visit: www.rothamstedenterprises.com/event

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Sustainable St. Albans Pop Up Market In partnership with Sustainable St Albans a pop-up market with ethical & sustainable products and food. All socially distanced with PPE available. Come and enjoy this eco-friendly market with local sustainable businesses, and great veggie food and drink! Event Time: 11am – 4pm. Event Address: St. Albans High Street, George Street, Market Place. For more details visit: www.enjoystalbans.com

The Beat “…Still Can’t Stop It” 40th Anniversary Tour Legendary 2-Tone Punk Ska Reggae Group led by vocalist Dave Wakeling celebrate their 40th Anniversary. The Beat formed in 1979 and released their debut single, an infectious cover of the Smokey Robinson classic ‘Tears of A Clown’ on 2-Tone Records which went straight into the UK national charts at #6. Along with their contemporaries The Specials, Madness and The Selecter, The Beat became an overnight sensation. Venue opens 7pm, Auditorium opens 7.30pm at Harpenden Public Halls, Southdown Road, Harpenden, Herts AL5 1TE. BOX OFFICE: 01582 767525. For more info visit: www.harpendenpublichalls.co.uk

Garden Theatre – Macbeth The Lord Chamberlain’s Men are back on the Sunken Lawn of Knebworth House this Summer, this time performing their rendition of Shakespeare’s Macbeth. Bring a chair and a picnic and enjoy watching Shakespeare as he first saw it performed, in the open air, by an all-male cast with Elizabethan costumes, music and dance. The Garden will open at 6.30pm for the audience to get seated and start their picnic, the performance will then begin at 7.30pm. We will be adhering to the most up to date government guidelines relating to outdoor theatre at the time of the performance. For more information and to book tickets please visit: www.knebworthhouse.com/events

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Afternoon Tea at Rothamsted Manor - Back by popular demand! Join us in the beautiful Rothamsted Manor Great Drawing Room and Library from 12.00 – 17.00 for delicious afternoon teas, all prepared by our in-house chefs. Rarely open to the public, the Manor is a Grade I listed Jacobean Manor House hidden away on the Rothamsted Estate. An afternoon tea at the Manor is the perfect celebrate a special occasion such as a birthday, anniversary, engagement, or just to treat yourselves! Our afternoon tea is traditional, with a few modern twists from our in-house chefs. Menu available online. If you’d like to tell us anything about your booking (for example, if you are celebrating a special birthday), please email us at events@rothamstedenterprises.com Event address: Rothamsted Manor West Common, Harpenden AL5 2BG Free parking. For more information please visit: www.rothamstedenterprises.com/event St Albans Vintage Market - 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 info visit: www.enjoystalbans.com

The Luna Open Air Cinema at Knebworth House

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an unforgettable big-screen experience in the grounds of Knebworth House. Throw in great food, a full bar, both with click & collect service, an optional seated upgrade, & of course giant screens with incredible state of the art sound, & you have yourself your perfect summer’s evening out. So what are you waiting for? Gather your friends, get planning that date night & enjoy a night of classic cinema under the stars, all set to the stunning backdrop of Knebworth House. • Thursday 19th – Moulin Rouge! • Friday 20th – Pretty Woman • Saturday 21st – The Greatest Showman Sing A Long • Sunday 22nd – Rocketman For more information and to book tickets visit: www.thelunacinema.com/knebworth-house

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The Summer bank holiday fun fair returns to Harpenden Common with a variety of exciting rides. Inside Out Pop-Up Market

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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. There are several important changes & details to be aware of for the Farmers’ Market. These changes are being implemented to create a safe environment where people feel confident to come and visit: To keep up to date of the farmers market location and other information, please visit www.harpenden.gov.uk/harpenden-farmers-market

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Music in Lydekker Music in Lydekker will return for its 3rd year in Lydekker Park. The event will once again play host to an afternoon of live music, food and drink. Join us this summer with your picnic and deck chairs! For more information please visit: www.harpenden.gov.uk/event

Harpenden Street Food Social Harpenden Street Food Social is set to return this summer to the concourse by Emilios Street Food. Emile will bring his menu to the gathering, along with a wide selection of other Chefs offering their cooking talents. Street Food Social brings together a diverse collection of local street food vendors with foods from around the world. Visitors to the social can quench their thirst with a locally brewed beer and cider or indulge in a chilled glass of Prosecco from the licensed bar - there’s something for everyone’s tastes! There will be music and Children’s activities to enjoys at the exciting event which is to be held on the fourth Saturday of the month between 4pm and 9pm. For more details please visit www.harpenden.gov.uk/event

The Classic Motor Show The Knebworth Classic Motor Show is not to be missed. There will be a number of static displays to see, as well as a show arena hosting parade. Vehicles include saloons, sports, American, commercial, military and classic motorcycles. For exhibitor enquiries please contact the event organisers directly, details can be found here: www.classicmotorshows.co.uk/knebworth This is a Covid-compliant event, all government regulations in place at the time of the event will be followed. Well-behaved dogs on leads are welcome on the event site and in Knebworth Park, but are not permitted in the House, Gardens, Dinosaur Trail or inside Fort Knebworth. Working assistance dogs may be taken into all areas. For more information visit www.knebworthhouse.com/events

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Luna Cinema on Harpenden Common Thurs 2nd – Rocketman, Fri 3rd - Pretty Woman and Sat 4th – Grease Throw in great food, a full bar, both with click and collect service and of course giant screens with incredible state of the art sound, and you have yourself your perfect summer’s evening out. So what are you waiting for? Gather your friends, get planning that date night and enjoy a night of classic cinema under the stars, all set to the stunning backdrop of Harpenden Common. All tickets must be booked in advance and due to social distancing capacities are limited, so book your place early to avoid missing out! For more info and tickets visit: www.thelunacinema.com/harpenden-common

Some Kinda Wonderful Featuring Noel McCalla & The Derek Nash Band Celebrating the genius of Stevie Wonder, mesmeric vocalist, Noel McCalla (Manfred Mann’s Earth Band and “one of Britain’s best Soul Singers” – Blues & Soul Magazine), award-winning saxophonist, Derek Nash. Playing hit after hit, from the dance floor classics ‘I Wish’ and ‘Superstition’ to beautiful arrangements of ‘My Cherie Amour’ and ‘Overjoyed’, this is a real ‘master blaster of a show!” 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 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’ stormed into the UK top 30 despite no industry or professional backing, the follow up single Truly Madly Deeply charted at number 23 & featured in Hollywood blockbuster Fools Gold. 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 Gin To My Tonic Festival The Gin To My Tonic Festival brings together over 100 different gins from across the UK and beyond. Each gin stocked behind the bars has been selected based on outstanding craftsmanship, delightful flavour and the most enjoyable drinking experiences. The festival is here to take you on a journey of gin discovery! What’s more, we believe gin should be served correctly which is why we offer 35ml serves (as opposed to the average 25ml) as standard! SESSION TIMES: 12.30pm – 4.30pm AND 6.30pm – 10.30pm. 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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Redbourn Classics Motor Show and Village Fete Event Time 12pm – 5pm Redbourn Classics is back, and it will be a great day for the whole family (well behaved dogs welcome too!) There will be more than 300 classic cars plus motorbikes, trucks and tractors on display at the show. To be displayed in the Classics Area, all vehicles must be 25 years +. If you would like to bring your classic to the show, full details of how to enter your vehicle are on the Redbourn Classics website www.redbournclassics.co.uk There will also be a display of more modern supercars, less than 25 years old, including Ferrari and Maclaren, in the grounds of Redbourn Village Museum – details of how to enter your supercar are on the website too. The show also includes a Village Fete with 50 stalls, live music, family entertainment, bar and a great range of street food stalls. The show is open to the public – there will be buckets at the entry gates to collect cash donations, the suggested minimum donation is £2 per adult , £5 per family. All donations from vehicle ticket sales and in the buckets go to local charities – in 2019 this raised over £15,000 for local charities and we would like to thank everyone for their generous support. Event Address: Redbourn Common, Redbourn, St Albans AL3 7BU. For more information visit: www.redbournclassics.co.uk

Abbey Theatre Open Day - From 10am – 4pm The Abbey Theatre, Westminster Lodge would like to invite you to our Open Day on Saturday 4 September 2021, anytime between 10.00 and 16.00. Covid permitting, we expect to have backstage areas such as wardrobe, props, lighting, sound and workshop open for tours as well as the auditorium and the studio. We hope to have stage fighting and acting workshops and talks about making props, choosing and adapting costumes and demonstrations by our youth groups. Event address: Abbey Theatre, Holywell Hill, St Albans. More info at www.abbeytheatre.org.uk

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. The opening song from the album ‘Brother Green (The Disco King)’ was a huge tune in the Rare Groove clubs of the 1980’s. ‘Evolution’ was a dancefloor filler at clubs such as Dingwalls and ‘Life is Just a Moment (Part 2)’ has been sampled by The Jungle Brothers, Outlaw Posse, Fila Brazilia and more. Venue opens 6.30pm, Auditorium opens 7.00pm at Harpenden Public Halls, Southdown Road, Harpenden, Herts AL5 1TE. BOX OFFICE: 01582 767525. For more info visit: www.harpendenpublichalls.co.uk

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Dog Fest at Knebworth House - Staggered Entry Times: 9.00am – 5.00pm Fetch the lead and tell pup you’re going to spoil them rotten with the ultimate dogs day out! Bring your new fur-friend and pop along to the Puppy Academy – the pawfect place to socialise, play, learn tricks and obedience techniques; or make new friends at the best Breed Meetups in town. Watch awesome doggy-displays and join the pawsome new ‘Have-a-go’ activities from Ultimate Frisbee to Hide and Seek, and Pup Paddle Boarding! After all that fun you can take a stroll through the festivillage and shop unique pet products you won’t find on the high street, relax with some fab food and drinks in the sunshine or maybe even take a stroll through the grounds as part of the Big Dog Walk – yet more adventure to be had! Join a community of dog lovers as we celebrate our very best friends and treat them to a day out all about them – all within Covid safety guidelines. Get your tickets at www.dog-fest.co.uk St Albans Farmers Market - Event Time 8am – 2pm at St Peter’s Street, St Albans AL3 5DJ. Expect to find local specialities, mouth watering cheeses, seasonal fruit and vegetables, fresh herbs, top quality meat and game, dairy produce, freshly baked cakes & bread and locally hand crafted goods. Street food to eat there and then, and plenty to take home, alongside entertainment and delicious refreshments. Farmers’ Markets help local farmers, growers, and producers to sell their own produce, direct to the public. The markets provides fresh, safe, natural, nutritious food that you can trust. Plus, a vibrant and entertaining shopping experience in the heart of St Albans. For more info please visit www.enjoystalbans.com Highland Gathering

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11am- 4pm in Rothamsted Park, Harpenden, AL5 2LX. Organised by the Harpenden Lions, the Highland Gathering is a hugely popular day out with a ‘Scottish flavour’, including several pipe and drum bands, highland dancing competitions and displays as well as solo piping. Plus traditional highland games heavy events including ‘weight over the bar’, ‘tossing the caber’ and ‘putting the stone’, arena displays, stage performances and activities for children and families. For more info visit www.harpendenlions.co.uk or keep in touch on our facebook page “HarpendenLionsHighlandGathering”

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Back again for 2021, our incredibly popular FREE Heritage Open Week will see Rothamsted Manor open its doors for a week of self-guided house and garden tours, and fun family activities from 9am – 5pm. The Heritage Open Days theme for this year is ‘Edible England’ which fits perfectly with what we are all about at Rothamsted. Plans are still being formulated for this year, but we encourage you to save the date in your diaries. We will be bringing you an exciting programme of activities which will be announced soon. We will have a pop-up café in operation serving hot and cold drinks and delicious snacks. Alternatively, you might fancy a delicious cream tea.Event address: Rothamsted Manor West Common, Harpenden AL5 2BG Free parking. For more information please visit: www.rothamstedenterprises.com/event

Statty Fun Fair Visit the annual Statty fun fair on Harpenden Common for a variety of exciting rides for all the family. For up-to-date information visit www.harpenden.gov.uk/event

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Jive Talkin Renowned as the original and very best Bee Gees tribute show, and THE ONLY Bee Gees tribute show that have actually performed with the original Bee Gees! As with the original Bee Gees, Jive Talkin is very much a family affair, with brothers Gary and Darren Simmons taking the roles of Maurice and Barry Gibb, with Darren’s son Jack joining the group in 2014 and taking on the role of Robin Gibb. The guys are supported musically by a four piece band with Lead Guitar, Violin, Cello and Drums, to ensure that every note in every song is just right! 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.

Northern Live – Do I Love You The World’s Greatest and most authentic touring Live Band Northern Soul Show. Keeping the Faith to the original sounds of the underground movement that started on the dance floors in the North and eventually swept the Nation including an 11-piece band with 4 lead vocalists performing over 30 original hits, expect to hear: 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.

ULTRA 90s ULTRA 90s Europe’s first and only show of its kind, with a full live band experience. Taking you back to the most exciting musical movement in decades – The 1990’s Dance Era. With other acts not daring to touch this style of music ULTRA 90s goes to where so many of us want to be taken, back to our youth. ULTRA 90s perform the best classic chart, dance and club anthems from the early 1990’s. From Snap to 2 Unlimited via N.Trance, Faithless, Robin S, Rozalla, Ultra Nate, Black Box, Strike, Ce Ce Peniston, House of Pain, Gala to The Shamen and Vanilla Ice. FEATURING 5 ORIGINAL HEADLINE ARTISTS IN ONE SHOW! Doors Open at 7.15pm, Auditorium 7.45pm and show starts at 8.15pm. 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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Operating 10am-5pm on Saturday and 11am-5pm on Sunday. Art on the Common is a two-day event showcasing the work of local artists. A wide range of works are featured including paintings, ceramics, fine art photography, sculpture, jewellery, glass, wood and handmade greeting cards. This is a unique open-air event in a wonderful location set on a tree lined section of the Common close to the Town Centre. The tented village will give you the chance to purchase outstanding original pieces directly from the artist. So come along and take home a unique piece of artwork or designer jewellery. All proceeds from pitch charges and sales commission will be donated to Cancer Research UK For more information visit www.artonthecommon.co.uk/

Petrolheadonism Live are delighted to launch its annual premier event in the grounds of Knebworth House; this must see family spectacular will bring some of the world’s most exclusive and desirable cars to this epic weekend to celebrate all things automotive! With over 1,000 cars on display from Supercars to Classics, Americana to the Highly Modified and the ?Interesting’ PLUS Petrolheadonism Live will host a £50m+ Hypercar Enclosure in the shadows of Knebworth House. Over 50 car clubs are set to attend the event, so enthusiasts will see an incredible array of classics and modern classics to rival any automotive event – it’s all about #realcarsrealpeople. For more information and tickets, please visit www.petrolheadonism.club

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An audience with Harry Redknapp Join us for a night with the footballing legend and king of the jungle, Harry Redknapp as he recites a wealth of fascinating and hilarious stories from his life. 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.

Classics on the common Once a year, Harpenden Common comes alive for a day with more than 900 classics cars, motor cycles and scooters. There 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. Event manager Richard Young said, Rotary in Harpenden run it as a community event where classic enthusiasts mix with local families and their children to enjoy a wonderful show and we are also able to raise money for charity. “We are proud to be able to help promote Harpenden and we are grateful for the generosity of everyone who come to Classics on the Common and contribute so generously. “I would also like to thank Harpenden Council, the police and emergency services for their continuing support and encouragement.” Charities Benefit Too…in eight short hours we collected close to £19,000 which, added to other donations, amounted to net proceeds of around £33,000. This will be distributed to our four named charities - Luton, South Beds and Harpenden Samaritans, Alzheimer’s Society, Carers in Hertfordshire, Rotary Doctor Bank - and other worthy causes. For mor information about this special event, please visit www.classicsonthecommon.com

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D-Day at the Ultimate Civic Disco Ft. Soulfish All supported by 2Tone and a special guest from St Albans Funk – Meesh! Meesh Jay is a Soul & Funk singer and will be performing at the UCD for the first time with a short set of her songs taken from the new star studied album and film – St Albans Funk! – Meesh has previously performed as Aretha Franklin in the Blues Brothers UK music show. Donations from the event will once again go towards the St Albans Museum + Gallery Trust and for the first time at the UCD we have a special guest Charity – The Ollie Foundation! Doors Open at 7.00pm. 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.

Harpenden Street Food Social Harpenden Street Food Social is set to return this summer to the concourse by Emilios Street Food. Emile will bring his menu to the gathering, along with a wide selection of other Chefs offering their cooking talents. Street Food Social brings together a diverse collection of local street food vendors with foods from around the world. Visitors to the social can quench their thirst with a locally brewed beer and cider or indulge in a chilled glass of Prosecco from the licensed bar there’s something for everyone’s tastes! There will be music and Children’s activities to enjoys at the exciting event which is to be held on the fourth Saturday of the month between 4pm and 9pm. For more details please visit www.harpenden.gov.uk/event

The Foundations The Foundations were one of the biggest groups of the Swinging Sixties! With the international chart-toppers ‘Build Me Up Buttercup’ and ‘Baby Now That I’ve Found You’. Now original lead guitarist/vocalist Alan Warner is keeping the magnificent sound of The Foundations alive with a group of hugely talented musicians. 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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F I F T Y YEARS OF HELPING HARPENDEN In the late 1960s a group of people met together to consider how to provide neighbourly help in Harpenden. A committee was set up and research done on other similar groups in Hertfordshire, leading eventually to the formation of Harpenden Helping Hand, which held its first AGM fifty years ago on 4th May 1971. Its main aim was ‘to relieve persons ..... in Harpenden......... who are in conditions of need’ and the idea was to have a local Helping Hand in each street. Many residents of Harpenden will no doubt remember the blue and yellow logo of an outstretched hand which was displayed in Helping Hands’ windows. Other volunteers formed a group of HHH drivers who took people to medical appointments and to the shops. Times have changed as has the logo. Over the years it became more difficult to find a Helping Hand for each street in Harpenden and the need for drivers became greater. However, Harpenden Helping Hand’s aims have not changed and the organisation still offers help to those in need, for example transport to medical appointments, 51

collecting prescriptions and shopping as well as providing company for the lonely and housebound. This has proved challenging during the pandemic and various lockdowns as many of the volunteers themselves were self isolating or shielding. Fortunately, a core group was able to continue volunteering and some new volunteers have come forward to help with the gradually increasing need for shoppers and drivers. The Harpenden Helping Hand Coordinators are grateful to all of the volunteers, those already members and those who transitioned from Harpenden Cares at the beginning of this year, for continually shopping as well as driving – mostly weekly – for the residents of Harpenden. Their consideration and kindness for others should not go unrecognised. Later this year Harpenden Helping Hand is looking forward to holding its fiftieth AGM and celebrating fifty years of serving the community of Harpenden. If anyone is interested in volunteering or would like to find out more, please telephone

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St Albans Old People’s Trust is a small and friendly local charity, whose aim is to help people aged 60 or over across St Albans District who are in need, hardship or distress. In 2020 the Trust spent almost £200,000 on various goods and services that, for all sorts of reasons, older people couldn’t afford to fund themselves. For example: Household Items: Bed, reclining chair, cooker, washing machine, fridge Personal Items: glasses, warm clothing. Mobility aids: Wheelchair, walker, electric scooter Services: regular cleaning, meals on wheels, care alarm Financial support: utility bills. Home: decoration of a room, carpets.

Funerals: a contribution towards costs Moving costs Boilers: a free boiler service each year. The Trust is also in a partnership with St Albans District Council to provide a new boiler at low or no cost via the YES Warmer Homes Scheme. Further qualifying criteria apply. If what you need is not on the list, please call and ask. The Trust cannot pay for gardening, holidays or contribute towards care costs. Mr R, who was moving to an unfurnished flat in Central Harpenden, was helped with moving costs, carpeting, a washing machine, fridge freezer and cooker for a total cost of £2200. The Trust has a simple application form, which asks about the person’s circumstances: every application is considered on its own merit. Some clients own their own home, have a small private pension, and don’t receive benefits, whereas others may live in rented accommodation, receive Universal credit, Pension Credit or other benefits or may still be working. The Trust approves more than 90% of all applications. The Trust is an independent charity, whose money came from the sale of Glenalmond Nursing Home on King Harry Lane and some substantial legacies, so can often help those turned down by Social Services or the NHS. The friendly, local staff, Kate and Denise, are happy to discuss applications over the phone.The Trust welcomes new applications and decisions are generally made within 10 days. If you, or someone you know, are 60 or over and live in the St Albans District and could do with some support please call:

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Main Course Grilled Steak with Prosciutto wrapped Asparagus Serves: 4 Prep: 30 - 60 minutes Cook: 15 minute

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Steak: Evenly distribute the steak rub, meat tenderizer, salt, pepper, yellow mustard and wine on the top of each cut of meat, 4 Rump, Rib Eye or Sirloin Steak keeping in mind you will flip the meat and do the other side. 2 tbs Steak Rub *Prior to pouring the wine over top of meat, poke holes in the meat with a fork so the wine goes into the holes. Leave to 2 tbs Meat Tenderiser marinade at room temperature for 20-60 minutes. 1 tbs Salt Place marinated meat on the grill and cook to desired doneness. (For a medium rare on a 2 inch cut is 4 minutes on 1 tbs Pepper one side on a high and 10 minutes on the other, lowering the ¼ cup Yellow Mustard heat to a medium on the 2nd side.) Remember to allow for ¼ cup Red Wine, Cabernet or Merlot the meat to rest for 5 minutes before cutting. 1 Asparagus bunch Prosciutto wrapped Asparagus: ½ lb Prosciutto or Serrano Ham Wrap a slice of prosciutto around one asparagus spear ¼ cup Olive Oil and repeat the process until all spears are wrapped. Place asparagus on a baking tray lined with foil for easy clean-up.Top 2 tsp Salt all the spears with olive oil, salt, pepper and red pepper flakes. 2 tsp Pepper Place in a preheated 425 degree oven for 10-12 minutes then 1 tsp Red Pepper Flake serve. Ingredients:

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. 57

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Gardens

LOOK AFTER YOUR BIRD VISITORS

Don’t assume birds don’t need your support in the garden during the summer months. Birds breed in spring and early summer, so by this time of year they are feeding their young and very glad of any extra food you can provide. You’re also giving them a great start on building their energy resources for the colder weather later in the year. And if you can provide a bird bath this is a real lifeline during hot weather – just remember to keep topping it up. What to feed them • Suitable seeds and grains (like nyjer, millet, oats, and sunflower seeds). • Only feed peanuts if they’re unsalted, fresh and sold for human consumption or by a reputable feed shop. To protect chicks from being fed whole nuts and choking, provide peanuts in good quality mesh feeders. • Cooked pasta or rice, boiled potatoes, cheese, uncooked and unsalted bacon rind, raisins and sultanas. • Net-free fat or suet balls attract a wide range of species and provide a great boost of calories. • Apples, pears and soft fruits are popular and are a great autumn food. • Insects such as mealworms or waxworms. Be careful! Grapes, sultanas, raisins and some artificial sweeteners are toxic to dogs. Flyer NEW April 2013_Layout 2 15/05/2013 12:04 Page 1

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Your perfect lawn doesn’t have to cost the earth! We are an independent Lawn Care Company not part of a franchise, accredited by Which, as a Trusted Trader. We offer flexible treatment programme specific to your lawn needs. With over 12 years experience, we can help with:

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Lawn Fertilisation Moss Treatments Aeration Scarification Specialised Treatments

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Badger Landscapes Landscape and Garden Services

A friendly and professional approach to our work is our key focus. Badger Landscapes specialises in the following products & services

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Garden Design Project Management Patios Paths Driveways Decking Fencing

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Pergolas Artificial Grass Turfing Sheds & Bases Tree Work Planting AND MORE!

65 High Street, Harpenden, Herts, AL5 2SL.

Tel: 07989 394041 W: www.badgerlandscapes.com E: pete@badgerlandscapes.com 72 72

ROCOCO Landscaping and Building was established in 2003. With a wealth of experience in Landscape construction working alongside establishes garden designers. We undertake all aspects of landscaping and have a number of testimonials from happy clients. If you are looking for a complete garden make-over including design and build or perhaps something more modest, then ring Peter on:

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Motors

IDLING... SWITH OFF FOR CLEANER AIR DO YOUR BIT FOR AIR QUALITY Running your engine when you’re not driving it (idling) truly gets you nowhere. It reduces your vehicle’s fuel economy, costs you money and creates pollution which is harmful to health. The trouble is that stationary cars release up to 20 times more exhaust emissions than when the car is moving at 30 mph. These pollutants have detrimental effects on human health and contribute to respiratory illness, cancer and premature deaths. Children and the elderly are especially vulnerable. It is estimated that poor air quality leads to 40,000 premature deaths each year in the UK. Compare this to the 1,713 deaths from road traffic accidents and we can see that this is a significant problem. People can be affected by poor air quality even if they never experience any noticeable pollution related-health effects such as breathing problems because some of the effects are chronic and long-term. St Albans City and District Council are committed to reducing unnecessary engine idling as a means to improving local air quality, preventing health impacts and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. As part of the ‘Switch Off For Cleaner Air’ campaign we are asking drivers to switch off their engines if they are to be stationary for longer than a minute. We are looking for volunteers to help raise awareness about this important matter locally.

Please visit www.stalbans.gov.uk/anti-idling for details.

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All makes of cars serviced and repaired 60a Cravells Road, Harpenden, Herts

Tel: 01582 713328 Established since 1964

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