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Redbourn Classics Motor Show is a hit in Redbourn Redbourn Common 7th September | Photos courtesy of Tony Barr Thousands of people turned out for this year’s show, which raised over £15,000 for two local chari es.

The Friends of St Mary’s, a conserva on charity which looks a er Redbourn’s only Grade 1 listed building St Mary’s Church, and its grounds for use by the village, and Redbourn Care Group, a charity which aims to combat loneliness and increase mobility for residents of Redbourn.

In addi on, £1,000 was given to the Redbourn Village Museum to pay for landscaping in the gardens around the recently rebuilt Por co. These were not the only organisa ons that benefi ed; 22 local community groups and other chari es, including the Guides, Scouts, Redbourn Players, Friends of the Nickey Line, Ver Valley Society and Redbourn r joined in to have Library

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This year’s show was the 3rd ‘Redbourn Classics’ and the busiest show to date, with an es mated 5,000 people coming to see the vehicles and other a rac ons. More than 350 classic vehicles (25 years old plus) were on display on the Common including cars, trucks, motorbikes, tractors and steam engines. For the modern sports car enthusiast, there was a display of modern supercars at the Village Museum including Ferraris and McLarens.

There was fun for all the family with kiddie’s go­karts, fairground rides and a vintage penny arcade and to add to the general entertainment, a local band, Missing the Ferry and Redbourn Folk Club sang and played for the crowds.

The success of the event demonstrates how caring Redbourn is and many people have commented on the friendly, happy atmosphere. There are lots of photos of the show on the website www.redbournclassics.co.uk Thank you sponsors: Redbourn Auto Solu ons, The Holly Bush, Statham’s Motor Engineers, Redbourn Physio, St Albans Van Hire and Fine & Country for suppor ng the event ­ and Redbourn Parish Council for allowing us to use the Common.

We hope to run another show in September 2020, but we do need an army of volunteers to make it successful. If you enjoyed the day and would like to get involved next year, please get in touch: redbournclassics@gmail.com Report by Jenny Gilmore On behalf of the Redbourn Classics Commi ee

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Deadline for next issue is 6th Dec for the Jan/Feb 2020 issue.

Luton Hoo Fridays "Talks on Fridays".

The last Friday of the month un l April hosts a varied programme in the Estate Office, Upstairs Lecture Room from 10.30am. £5 dona on includes tea or coffee before the talk and goes towards the cost of the revival of the garden.

3rd Nov 50 Things Club 2pm­3.30pm. 1st Sunday in every month.

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6th Nov Walking Wednesdays 10.30am – noon 30th Nov Weath­making 6.30pm­7.45pm

29th Nov My Bute family The people, the places, their creatures, pets and pests by Marie a Crichton Stuart

7th Dec Breakfast with Santa (plus six other dates) 9am­9.45am Fes ve A ernoon Tea (plus 12 other dates) 1pm­2.30pm and other mes.

31st Jan Forma on and Organisa on of the Women's Land Army in WW1 by Alex Amos

Social Wednesday dog walks Would you like to meet new people, get a li le fi er or socialise your dog/puppy whilst taking in the wonderful views on the Downs? If so, come along and join other dog walkers on these special Wednesday walks. Search on­line to book and find out more about what is on at the Chiltern Gateway Centre.

27th March Luton Hoo Memorial Park by Howard Chandler 28th Feb A Country House Opens to the Public ­ Luton Hoo 1950 by Pat Livesey

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24th April Gertrude Jekyll in Bedfordshire by Felicity Brimblecombe Further details about the talks can be found on www.lutonhooestate.co.uk as well as informa on about all our ac vi es. Or by 'phoning 01582 721443.

Entry is via the A1081, between Luton and Harpenden.

Take West Hyde Road/Newmill End turning and turn le into entrance gate, follow the signs to the Walled Garden.

Postcode LU1 4LF. There is no entry to the walled garden from the Luton Hoo Hotel.

Fri 22nd & Sat 23rd Nov & Fri 29th & Sat 30th Nov Christmas Food & Wine Fair at Harpers, Pepperstock.

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12th Nov Cinema Night ­ Yesterday at 7.30pm

21st Dec Christmas Carols at Wardown House 2pm

16th Nov Live Music ­ Soul Power (from 9pm)

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30th Nov Live Music ­ Whamtas c (from 9pm)

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10th Dec Cinema Night ­ Red Joan at 7.30pm

1st Dec Nutcracker Trail 10am­3pm Meet the Maker Bramble and Blossom 2pm

Markyate The Swan 26th Oct Live Music ­ Ska Dust (from 9pm)

14th Dec Live Music ­ Ruby Groove (from 9pm)

2nd Dec Christmas Pudding Walk 10am­4pm

17th Dec Cinema Night ­ It's a Wonderful Life

3rd Dec Wreath making workshop 1pm­3.30pm

22nd Dec Christmas Sing Along with Eugenie Portman (from 2pm)

8th Dec Santa Paws Walk 11­12 noon

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27th Dec Post Christmas Walk 10am­noon

New Year’s Eve at the Holiday Inn Black Tie or Lounge Suit. Champagne and canapés followed by seven­ course dinner. 7am – 1.30am. Disco. £74.95 per person. Contact the Christmas team on 01582 449933

Dunstable Downs and Whipsnade Estate www.na onaltrust.org.uk /dunstable­downs­and­whipsnade­estate 1st Nov Storytelling Eve for adults 6.30pm­9pm

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Harpenden 16th Nov Notre Dame: Rising in Song at St. John's Church, Southdown, Harpenden, AL5 1DJ at 7.30pm. The awe­inspiring acous c of Notre­Dame Cathedral in Paris has been muted by the fire that raged there. The Lea Singers aim to recreate its lost

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What’s On sound using a state­of­the­art Hauptwerk digital organ alongside the overhead lo organ at St John’s Church. This concert features two masses by French composers who were full­ me organists at Notre­Dame Cathedral, Louis Vierne and Yves Castagnet. The concert will also feature music by Maurice Duruflé, who was also an organist at Notre­Dame, by Anton Bruckner, who gave the inaugural recital a er the famous organ was renovated in 1870, and by two living Bri sh composers inspired by them, Jonathan Dove and Paul Mealor. Tickets £15 (£7 under­18s). More informa on and ckets: www.leasingers.co.uk Sat 7th Dec The Music Makers Choir of Harpenden & Aldwickbury School present a Christmas Charity Concert in support of MENCAP Harpenden on their 60TH Anniversary! Featuring Bob Chilco 's ‘On Christmas Night’, Hodie Christus Natus Est

by Palestrina, Oratorio by Bach, plus popular carols. Join us for mince pies and refreshments a erwards! At High Street Methodist Church, Harpenden at 3pm. £10 (Adults) £5 (Children) Under 5s FREE 23rd December Lea Singers: Fes veLea! at Harpenden Public Halls, Southdown Road, Harpenden, AL5 1TE at 7.30pm. Just in me for Christmas is the Lea Singers' annual concert of Christmas music both tradi onal and new, with audience carols and free mulled wine and mince pies/fes ve cakes. Suitable for older children. Tickets £15 (£5 under­18s and students). More informa on and booking: www.leasingers.co.uk

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Sunday 1st Dec Redbourn Christmas Market 11am­5pm Frogmore Mill Christmas Cra Fair, Fourdrinier Way, Hemel Hempstead, HP3 9RY. 01442­234600. 11am­4pm. Entry £1 per adult. £0.50 per child. Assortment of Christmas Cra s.

Approximately 40 stalls. Café, BBQ. Mill Tours and Boat Rides. Please park in Durrants Hill Road car park.

5th-7th Dec Redbourn Players Christmas Produc on at Redbourn Village Hall New Year’s Eve Glitter Ball at Aubrey Park Say goodbye to 2019 and welcome in the New Year at our New Year’s Eve Gli er Ball. Celebrate with the ones that ma er most. You will be entertained by our live band that will have you dancing un l the small hours with classic tunes and those tradi onal old favourites... All we ask is that you dress to impress and get ready to enjoy a night you won’t forget! 6:30pm Arrival Champagne and Canapés 7:30pm Six­ Course New Year’s Eve Gala Dinner. Live Music 11:59pm Get ready for the New Year’s Countdown and Champagne Toast.

Book Now £109pp. Phone: 01582 792 105 www.aubreypark.co.uk

St Albans 1st Dec Christmas Cra Fair, Fourdrinier Way, Hemel Hempstead, HP3 9RY. 01442­234600 11am­4pm. Entry £1 per adult. £0.50 per child. Assortment of Christmas Cra s.

Approximately 40 stalls. Café, BBQ. Mill Tours and Boat Rides. Please park in Durrants Hill Road car park.

Harpenden Halls www.harpendenpublichalls.co.uk 15th Feb 2020 ­ Absolute Bowie Winners of the "Best Bowie Tribute" and "Best Band" at the Agents Associa on of Great Britain Awards 2018. Absolute Bowie are Europe's finest David Bowie tribute and have toured Europe for 11 years, faithfully recrea ng the sights and sounds of David Bowie's shows. Search Harpenden Halls on line to book.

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What’s On Twi er @hospics rancis or call us on 01442 869555.

Hospice of St Francis Activities 2nd Nov Firewalk, St Albans 2:30 – 5:30pm Think you can walk over hot coals? Do it for the Hospice and take the challenge this November! We’ll train you up and then you’ll walk across a 20 fire lane that’s 1236 degrees Fahrenheit! Find out more s rancis.org.uk/firewalk 17th Nov Zumbathon – Tring Hospice pa ent Helen Harding is pu ng on a Zumbathon – the perfect way to Zumba the a ernoon away with friends led by instructor Roxanne Hussain. Tickets: roxanneh2000@aol.com or call 07703 056774.

5th Nov Pre­loved furniture showroom Returned to Glory 5pm­7:30pm and Thursday 8 December 6­8pm.

10th Nov Pop Up Shop ­ at Harpenden Halls 17th Nov Award winning gi shop, number twenty 11am­ 4:30pm with 15% discount and glass of fizz on arrival.

18th Nov Pop­up shop in St Christopher’s Place in St Albans 18 November – 1st December.

30th Nov Pop Up Shop ­ Two Winter markets with lots of local stallholders and fes ve gi s. Aubrey Park Hotel.

Lastly, in our 40th year do think about whether you can spare 40p a day to help for fy our Hospice for the next 40 years and beyond, which will enable us to help more people to live their precious lives well. Visit s rancis.org.uk/donate to find out more. Thank you. Follow us on Facebook @TheHospiceofStFrancis, Instagram @HospiceStFrancis,

GROUPS AND SOCIETIES Markyate Health and Wellness Group, Markyate Surgery For the re red in the villages of Markyate, Flamstead, Kensworth and Studham. Monday Lunches at The Spo ed Dog and the Three Blackbirds in Flamstead remain very popular. Next dates: Monday 28th October. (cost £5).

Tai­Chi classes run every other Friday, 2pm, at the YK2 Hall, Markyate, also popular and good for balance (cost £3.50).

Next dates: Friday 8th November. Pilates classes take place every Wednesday, 11.30am, (seated if you prefer) cost £5, in Kensworth.

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Talks and tea and cake! Cost £2.50 Once a month, Wednesday a ernoon, 2.30pm, at The Bap st Hall, Markyate.

Wednesday 20th November: Let’s talk about Falls ­ recovery and preven on.

Wednesday 22nd January: Let’s talk about Hearing ­ expert advice on aids and free hearing tests.

To book any of the above, please call 07983 918817, and leave a message. We will call you back to confirm your place.

Saturday Morning Yoga Markyate Village Hall. 9am Contact Iga/Corinne 07842 755296 / 07740 4659633 Allotments and Gardens Associa on Ann English 842940 Care Group Help Line 07972 152279 Care Bus Sue and Malcolm Davies 01582 840554 Scout Group 01582 842414 2nd Markyate Brownies Jane Angel 01582 840994 Local History Society Richard Pilkinton 01582 841985 Markyate Youth Football Club Bernie Harrison 07887 641435 or bernieharrison@hotmail.com Baby and Toddler Group Ann Hall 841201 Markyate Parish Council Jenny Bissmire 840110 Herts County Councillor Terry Douris 01442 402273 Markyate Health Walks ­ JOIN US FOR A WALK THIS FRIDAY! If you want to get fi er by taking more regular exercise, come and join us for a walk this Friday! Not only is walking good physical exercise but walking in a group is good company too and a great way of making new friends. Walks are led by trained leaders and all routes are risk assessed. We meet every Friday (rain or shine) in the garden of Markyate Bap st Church at 10.30am. We have between 30 to 50 regular walkers, who come from Markyate and the surrounding area, and offer a choice of two walks ­ a longer, brisk walk and a shorter walk at a more leisurely pace. The walks last about 1hr – 1.20mins and follow a variety of routes – so they’re a great way of ge ng to know the local area be er too.

A erwards we enjoy coffee and a chat at one of the village church’s coffee mornings. MUMS AND BABIES In the past we’ve had some lovely mums and babies in slings walking

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Flamstead Regular events at the Spo ed Dog Public House 2nd Monday of each month Health & Wellness group for over 65s – 2 course lunch plus a talk and advice from Markyate Surgery doctors, nurses, physios, Ci zens advice bureau etc. Booking essen al on 07983 918817 Tuesday evenings – 7pm – O road cycling group Just meet at the pub 1st Wednesday of each month – FREE Film night 7.30pm – serving Cheese boards and ice cream

For more details see Halls For Hire or www.hallhire.com Please call Gill Plummer below if you would like to look round or book. 01582 723 109 or email smp1511@sky.com Tennis Club We are a small, friendly club open to all ages.

Club night is on Wednesday evenings from 7pm and Sunday mornings, to which all members are welcome.

Coaching is provided by our LTA coach, Sally Parry.

Seniors Tuesday evenings 6.30­7.30pm.

Juniors on Fridays, Beginners 5­6pm

2nd Wednesday of each month – Bridge Club Experienced players and beginners welcome (instruc on available) – 7.30pm 1st Wednesday of each month Computer Friendly Drop­in at The Coee Dog for help with problems on your tablet, Smartphone or computer.

10am – 1pm 2nd Friday of each month – FREE Family Film night (Next one to be announced) 4pm – hot dogs and ice cream available Numbers restricted so booking essen al via Eventbrite – link via our website and FB page www.thespo eddog.co.uk @ goodfoodrealale 16th Nov Flamstead Pre­School brings you a La n Night with a guest chef at The Spo ed Dog. 3 courses of La n themed menu for £20, a rum rae and pinata. Starts 7.30pm.

7th Dec Flamstead Pre­School. Brunch with Father Christmas in St Leonard's Church at 11am. £5 per cket to include pancakes/waes tea/coee/hot chocolate, a visit to Father Christmas in his gro o with a photo and a gi for children.

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Open Gardens Day and Plant Sale alternate years.

Enquiries to Rosemary Wickens 01582 423622 Pilates Tuesday mornings, Peter Edward Hall 9.30am Wednesday evening, Slip End School 7.30pm. Contact 07811 343566 or email:­ golf58.ag@gmail.com Photography Group meet every 3rd Tuesday at Slip End Social Club, New Street 7pm.

Tel: 01582 452851 Carpet Bowls We meet every Tuesday evening 8pm at Slip End Village Hall.

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Membership enquiries: Steve Lyons (01582 414162) Coaching enquiries: Sally Parry (01582 413501)

Our men's group is becoming more and more popular. Meet every Thursday from 10am to 12pm at the Heathfield Centre.

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CaddingtonCare Seated Exercises Come along to the Heathfield Centre on Tuesdays at 2.15pm or Fridays at 10am. Gentle exercise and good fun!

Caddington Art Club at The Collings Wells Hall. Contact Lorna on 454763 or at lornakalisz@yahoo.co.uk Caddington Women’s Ins tute Meet at the Bap st Church Hall, Luton Road, Caddington on the 1st Tuesday of each month at 7.30 p.m. Sue Mar n 01582 735705 or Linda Edwards 01582 737036 Caddington exercise and dance. Check out www.facebook.com/CaddingtonClubbercise HITT & Circuits 9.30am every Tuesday un l 26th March at Heathfield Centre Caddington Blues Morris Dancers Contact Bob Fitzsimmons on 01582 419793.

Caddington Care Walking Group Meet once a month at different places within the area for a gentle walk, usually of around three miles. Phone Pat on 01582 841030 or the Careline on 07548 264672 CaddingtonCare Chat and Coffee Open every Monday from 10am ll 12pm at the Heathfield Centre. Open to all ­ please drop in for coffee and cake, and plenty of chat.

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Caddington Local History Group meets on the 4th Thursday of each month at 7.30pm in the Heathfield Centre. Contact John on 01582 734881 for further informa on.

Caddington Pilates Mixed and men only classes. Mon, Wed, Thurs evenings and Fri morning. One to one and small groups of three in home studio also available. Call Rachel 07793 650986 or Facebook@empowerpilatesbeds Caddington and Slip End Runners Front Street, Slip End at 8pm. Call 07587 189260

Kensworth Village Hall Lynne Lewis 873981 Neighbourhood Watch Caroline Streek 872410 Cricket Club Duncan Wingfield 872743 Parish Council Pat Mitchell 871178 Community Scheme 07919 08147 Local History Julia Holder 873465 Carpet Bowls Len Errington 872767 Drop In Club Everyone welcome, every Thursday at Kensworth Village Hall from 9am to 11am for tea, coffee and biscuits (so drinks and crisps for children) Enjoy a chat and games – and get to know the locals.

Flower Group Contact Shirley Hull (872351) for details.

Village Walks: We meet at the Village Hall at 10am and will return for coffee or have it en route.

All are welcome.

Pilates for seniors ­ Wednesdays from 11.30am to 12.30pm in the Methodist Church Hall, men and women welcome and the exercises can be done si ng in a chair. £5 per session.

Kensworth Baby and Toddler group ­ Wednesdays term me at the Village Hall. 9.30am ­11.30am. £2 per child £1 per sibling. Includes snack and cra , and tea / coffee / biscuits for the grown­ups! Friendly parent run group. Find us on Facebook.

Studham Friends of Studham Common See website www.foscomm.org Studham Village Hall Main hall and a mee ng room available for hire. Modern kitchen. Contact: Des Salmon, 01582 872082, desstudham@btconnect.com Monday evening Jive Tuesday morning Mums & Tots

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1st Thursday evening in month Women’s Ins tute (WI).

Join the Hub. Email hubmeister@hubcoffeebikes.com with the words "Ride Reminder" in the subject field and we'll do the rest.

Breeze network for women only bike riders For more informa on and to register your free place on a Breeze bike ride, visit our facegroups to sign up. www.facebook.com/groups /BreezeHarpendenStAlbans/ www.facebook.com/groups /BreezeHemelHempstead/

Mums and Tots Every Tuesday morning at 9.30am in the Village Hall. £2 per with two children and each extra child 50p. Call Heather Wright on 872118

Run Redbourn We offer 7 organised running sessions per week for runners of all standards. Contact Rachel Mackie on runredbourn@gmail.com

Tennis Club – Open to members and non­members. Junior and adult tennis coaching take place very Saturday morning between 9am and 11am. All welcome. Contact Andrew Jones Andrew.jones@expressvending.co.uk 07833 111682 See www.studhamtennisclub.co.uk

Youth Club ­ at Redbourn Parish Centre, Tuesdays 6pm ­ 8 pm, term­ me, for 7 ­ 13s. For details 01582 793096.

Evening Salsa Alternate Wednesday evenings Bingo or Art Club Alternate Wednesday evenings Bingo or Art Club

Football Club Steve Murray 872361 Village Hall Des Salmon 01582 872082

Redbourn in Bloom Membership of Redbourn in Bloom costs just £5 per household per year. This income helps towards our plan ng projects to enhance the village. Pauline Williamson 01582 792931 or Mike Thain, (volunteer co­ordinator) on 01582 793376

Sports and Social Club Jenny Rushmer 873388 Neighbourhood Watch Richard Hodge 01582 873630 Cricket Club Robert Thorne 873015 Parish Council Eddie Perry 873909 WI – Chrys Smith 872989 Good Neighbourhood Scheme 07563 135895

Karate – at Redbourn Parish Centre, The Park, South Common, Redbourn, Herts AL3 7LR Mondays 6pm ­ 7pm; Fridays 6.30pm ­ 7.30pm Tel 01582 626015 Redbourn Village Museum, The Common, Redbourn (next to The Cricketers) is open weekends 2pm ­ 5pm, admission free.

Local history collec on on the site of a former Silk Mill and Tea Factory, with children's ac vi es and village walking trail.

Whipsnade Parish Council Ken France 872375; Village Hall – Jenny Saunders 07775 582107

Redbourn St Mary’s Church Coffee on the Common.

Meet at the cricket pavilion for coffee, cakes and friendship Mon ­ Fri from 9.30am to 12.30pm. Or do you prefer lunch?

11.30am onwards.

Redbourn Community Library NEW LIBRARY OPENED 21st October 2019 the brand­new purpose built library premises on Dunstable Road (next to the exis ng fire sta on) opened the doors to welcome you all! See more informa on in the News sec on at the front of this magazine. email: redbournlibraryvolunteers@gmail.com for informa on about volunteering with us.

Rhyme Time Redbourn Library Every Friday term me at 10am for 30 mins for babies and toddlers. Free, though dona ons welcome. StoryTime­ Every Friday term me at 3.45pm for 30 mins for babies and preschool. Free, though dona ons welcome.

Tennis at Redbourn Club Club members play right through the autumn and winter seasons throughout the year. The club par cipates in several local leagues, summer and winter and offers coaching to junior and adult members of all standards. Half year memberships un l the end of March are now available. For more details please visit www. redbourntennis.org.uk or look on the Facebook page. Four hard courts, coaching. Three mix­in adult sessions per week. League matches. www.redbourntennis.org.uk Want to cycle?

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For hire rates, oďŹƒce@redbournvillagehall.org.uk Redbourn Care Group Redbourn Care Group is a friendly charity which seeks to alleviate loneliness and support independent living by mobilising volunteers to help villagers in need through social and amenity transport and the sponsoring of local good causes which enhance the lives of residents. 01582 794550.info@redbourncaregroup.co.uk. www.redbourncaregroup.co.uk Redbourn in S tches Hand­sewing and s tching.

Material and tui on provided.

Sarah Street 01582 794448 or se.street@icloud.com

Clerk to Redbourn Parish Council Redbourn Parish Centre, The Park, Redbourn, Her ordshire, AL3 7LR Clerk@redbournparishcouncil.gov.uk www.redbournparishcouncil.gov.uk Tel: 01582 794832 Ci zens Advice at the Parish Centre on alternate Mondays.

For dates of surgeries see website castad.org.uk or all 01727 811118.

County Councillor – Annie Brewster annie.brewster@her ordshire.gov.uk MP: Bim Afolami – bim.afolami.mp@parliament.uk

Walking Groups

Free Family Bowls in Redbourn Come and try Bowls for all the family at Redbourn Leisure Centre’s all­weather Bowling Green. There is a free session every month on the second Saturday, star ng at 11am. It’s good fun, and you don’t have to be an expert! Help is available for beginners and the Redbourn Playing Fields Trust has provided some colourful sets of smaller bowls for juniors.

There are also plenty of sets for adults to borrow. Please wear at shoes, and warm clothes if the weather is chilly!

Refreshments are available in the Centre, and you will receive a warm welcome. You can also play casual bowls at any me, on a pay­as­you­go basis. Just ask at Recep on, or ring 01582 626202 to book. Redbourn Bowls Club, based at the Centre, always welcomes new members. We have an informal “roll­ up� session every Monday and Friday at 10am., when newcomers are welcome to come and join in. If you would like more details, please contact our Chairperson, Margaret Davis, on 01582 799075, email: margare davis@virginmedia.com or Jez Cronshaw, Coach, at 07525 867450.

West Herts Ramblers www.westhertsramblers.org.uk

Redbourn Players ­ Interested in drama?

Redbourn Players are a small but very ac ve amateur drama c society and we are always looking for new members, par cularly younger members (16+), to take part in our produc ons. We rehearse in the Studio in Lamb Lane and perform two produc ons a year in Redbourn Village Hall, as well as regular play readings and other events in the summer. See our facebook page or contact 01582 622667.

Redbourn Meet at Cricket Club car park, Redbourn, AL3 7DB Saturdays 2pm

Women’s Ins tute Contact Rosemary 01582 794453 Coee on The Common St Mary’s Church oers coee, cake and friendship in the cricket pavilion on the common Monday to Friday 9.30am ­ 12.30pm. All welcome.

Dunstable Bogtro ers www.dunstablebogtro ers.co.uk Programme consists of local day walks, half day walks, midweek meanders, hostelling weekends and Easter, New Year and summer tours, as well as a varied social programme.

Email enquiries@dunstablebogtro ers.co.uk or call Eila Goss 07964 291892 Her ordshire Health Walks The Health Walks team (part of Her ordshire County Council) is looking for volunteer leaders to support these walks.

Get in touch by emailing Healthwalks.cms@her ordshire.gov.uk or calling 01992 588433. For upcoming walks please visit www.her ordshire.gov.uk/healthwalks Harpenden Meet at the Conference Centre Car park, Rothamsted Centre for Research and Enterprise, West Common, AL5 2JQ Thursdays 10.30am

Bedfordshire Health Walks Run by Bedfordshire County Council

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