What’s On listings for all the family

We take great care in compiling our events guide, but check with the venues before you leave home just in case times or prices have changed since we went to print.

Places to Go

Hertford Museum

Hertford 01992 582686 www.hertfordmuseum.org

The Proof of the Pudding Stone: Geology & Climate – until 16 April

Utilising Hertford Museum’s extensive geology collection, including Hertfordshire’s native puddingstone, to help understand the past, present and future of the earth’s climate. FREE

Toddler Tuesday: Step into Spring – 7 March

Crafts, singing, stories and fun for the Under 4s, booking essential. £4 per child, includes a drink and snack (free places available to low-income families). 10.30am to 11.45am.

Easter Holiday Family Activities –Tuesday to Thursday during Easter Holidays

Different crafts available for all ages each week during the easter holidays. £3 per child, includes a drink and snack (free places available to low-income families). 10.30am to 3.30pm.

Harpenden Common www.harpenden.gov.uk

Nature Trail – Daily

The new Harpenden Common Nature Trail is now complete. The 3.9 miles route is split into four trails of different lengths, all are suitable for different abilities. FREE.

Easter Fun Fair – 6-10 April

Exciting rides and fun for all the family.

Lamb Bottle Feeding at Church Farm, Ardeley – every weekend and some weekdays until 30

April

Stevenage 01438 861447 www.churchfarmardeley.co.uk

Book online to experience lamb bottle feeding this spring, a unique and memorable experience for people of all ages. Feeding every weekend at 10.30am, 1.30pm and 4.30pm, plus weekdays (times tbc).

Goat Walking at Church Farm, Ardeley – every weekend and every day in Easter Holidays

Stevenage 01438 861447 www.churchfarmardeley.co.uk

Join farmers walking Gilbert, Gregory, Gerald and Gordon. You will lead your own personal goat on a leisurely stroll, with frequent stops for them to nibble their favourite leaves and plants and for you to take photographs of the occasion. Book online.

Trestle Theatre Company

Presents All About Us at Verulamium Museum –until 19 March

St Michael’s Street, St Albans, 01727 751810 www.stalbansmuseums.org.uk

The All About Us exhibition celebrates the creativity and resilience of the learning-disabled community in St Albans and district, exploring memories, dreams, hopes and wishes in a sensory, immersive journey through people’s life experiences. FREE.

Play, Discover and Learn at The Hive

– Every Tuesday (term time only)

Hatfield www.one.wellhat.gov.uk/thehive

Parent and toddler session. Messy and interactive play, bouncy castles and activities including painting and playdoh. £3 per child. 11.15am - 1.15pm.

Splodgers Arts and Crafts at Hatfield House – Wednesdays

Hatfield timeforsplodgers@gmail.com

Arts, Crafts and Messy-play sessions for under 5s in the Coach House Kitchen. Contact to book a space.

Hitchin Children’s Book Festival at British Schools Museum – 4 March

Hitchin www.britishschoolsmuseum.org.uk

A celebration of all things literary, with talks by children’s authors, story-telling sessions, craft activities and more. 10am-12pm and 2pm-4pm sessions. Book online.

Family Arts at The Broadway Gallery – 11 March and 8 April Letchworth 01462 476110 www.broadway-gallery.com

Take the little ones along on the second Saturday of each month for fun family workshops led by local creatives. 10am-11am and 1pm2pm. A ‘pay what you can’ event.

Museum Minis at St Albans Museum and Gallery – 13 March and 3 April St Albans • 01727 864 511 www.stalbansmuseums.co.uk

Enjoy a story, craft activities and a museum hunt, inspired by a popular story.

The Queen of Herts Tearoom Redbourn High Street www.thequeenofherts.co.u

A family run traditional tea room serving afternoon teas, lunch items such as toasties, sandwiches, tea and cake – and a warm welcome guaranteed.

Mother’s Day Sunday lunch at Knebworth House – 19 March Stevenage • 01438 812661 www.knebworthhouse.com

Enjoy a traditional Sunday roast lunch in Knebworth Barns, a perfect way to celebrate the day with loved ones. Tickets for Sunday Lunch also include access to Knebworth Gardens and Dinosaur Trail.

Mother’s Day at the Mill at Mill Green Museum – 19 March Hatfield www.millgreenmuseum.co.uk

Create a Bouquet of paper flowers for your mothers and motherfigures this Mother’s Day. Activities come with general admission which is £5 for adults and £1.50 for children. For ages 2-10 years.

Tots Tales at Verulamium Museum – 24 March and 28 April St Michael’s Street, St Albans, 01727 751 810 www.stalbansmuseum.co.uk

A session for ages 2 to 4 years, including a story, craft activity and a museum hunt, inspired by a popular story. March: A Dress with Pockets by Lily Murray. April: The Lion Inside by Rachel Bright. Sessions are 10.30am - 11.30am and 13.15pm - 14.15pm. £5 per child.

Easter Eggstravagnaza at Willows Activity Farm – 30 March to 14 April

St Albans 0333 3312060 www.willowsactivityfarm.com

The family fun includes an Easter egg hunt, grotto, arts and crafts,

Easter chicks, pig racing and lamb bottle feeding demonstrations. Peter Rabbit and the Easter Bunny will be hopping in every day on the outdoor show stage too.

Easter Family Baking Workshop at Hertfordshire Community Kitchen – 3 and 4 April

St Albans www.hertscommunitykitchen.org

Children aged 6+ can make two kinds of Easter treats at this family workshop (children must be accompanied by an adult). £30 for one adult and child, an additional child can be added for £5.

Easter Holiday Fun at Standalone Farm – 3 to 16 April

Letchworth Garden City 01462 686775 www.standalonefarm.com

Hop along to Standalone Farm this Spring for lamb feeding and Easter egg hunts. Little ones can explore the brand-new playground and meet the new alpacas.

Easter Holiday Activities at the Welwyn Roman Baths – 5-12 April Welwyn www.millgreenmuseum.co.uk/ roman-baths/events

Get crafty with family activities during the Easter holidays. £5 for adults and £5 for children. Ages 2-12 years.

Easter Salt Dough Decorations at Mill Green Museum – 6 April Hatfield www.millgreenmuseum.co.uk

Make stunning decorations for easter with salt dough easter shapes, while learning how to craft and recycle at the same time. £5 for adults and £5 for children. Ages 2-12 years.

Easter Trail at Knebworth House – 7-10 April

Stevenage 01438 812661 www.knebworthhouse.com

Follow the Trail around Knebworth Gardens looking for clues to complete the word puzzle. Children collect a prize at the end.

HArts Fest at Hertford Castle –8-15 April

Hertford www.hertford.gov.uk

The annual Hertford arts festival, HArts Fest, is a weeklong event to showcase and promote local art and cultural events, activities and exhibitions within Hertford and the local area. And FREE daily art or cultural workshops in the grounds of Hertford Castle.

Mini Train Adventures at Mill Green Museum – 15 April

Hatfield www.millgreenmuseum.co.uk

Explore the miniature railways and model trains from several of the local train Societies. Activities come with general admission which is £5 for adults and £1.50 for children. All ages welcome.

CJ’s Birds of Prey Experiences at Hatfield House – 15 April

Hatfield

01707 287000 www.hatfield-house.co.uk

The display will include a variety of birds including the second strongest Eagle, the Crowned Hawk Eagle, the stunning Snowy Owl and more. Book online, £12 per person. 11am to 3pm.

Clubs, Classes & Camps

Gwen Halam Dance

Harpenden, Redbourn

07792309401 www.ghdance.com

Exciting pre-school dance classes for boys and girls from 18 months to 4 years taking place in Harpenden and Redbourn. Choose a class where you can accompany your child and dance together, then watch their confidence grow as they venture into class alone. Call to book a free trial class call.

Kaisho Martial Arts

Harpenden, Letchworth, St Albans

01582 320166 www.kaishouk.co.uk

Practice a combination of traditional Japanese Ju-Jitsu techniques with modern combat martial arts. info@kaishouk. co.uk .

Divine Yoga

Borehamwood, Kenton

07791570222 www.divineyoga143.com

Yoga classes delivered by Divya Hindocha to children, families and schools, in Borehamwood, Kenton and elsewhere. Divya’s yoga empowers children to create a happy and positive mindset through mindful movement and creative games. divineyoga143@gmail.com

Imagination Dance

Hitchin, Hertford

07394 934911

Sensory and creative dance classes specifically for those with suspected or diagnosed additional needs. Imagine and Move: suitable for children who need to improve their social skills and awareness of self and others (age guidance 3-6, £4). Magic Movers: Perfect for those who love to dance and express themselves! (age guidance 7+, £6.50). Call for more information, or email info.imaginationarts@ yahoo.com.

Awesome Engineers

St Albans, Hemel Hempstead, Harpenden, Rickmansworth www.awesome-engineers.com

Awesome Engineers run STEM sessions for primary school children using LEGO. For more

Signing Toddlers www.signingtoddlers.co.uk

Fun sessions where your child can learn signs to add to their word bank! Exploring new vocabulary through signing, turntaking, sharing and listening.

Baby Rhyme Time at local libraries

0300 1234049

Hatfield (every Friday), Woodhall (every Monday), Welwyn Garden City (every Thursday), Marshalswick (every Thursday), St Albans (every Tuesday), Hertford (every Monday), Harpenden (every Monday). Baby Rhyme Time is a fun half hour session of songs and rhymes suitable for babies and toddlers. FREE

Lego Club at local libraries

0300 1234049

Letchworth (6 Mar & 3 Apr), Rickmansworth (6 Mar & 3 April), Hatfield (every Tuesday), Hertford (every Tuesday, term time), Bishop’s Stortford (every Thursday).

Basketball at Everyone

Active Westminster Lodge –Thursdays

St Albans 01727 736080 www.everyoneactive.com

A course led by a fully qualified level 2 coach, designed to teach the skills and techniques needed to play basketball in a safe and friendly environment. Ages 7 to 11+.

Hatfield Swim Centre

Hatfield www.better.org.uk/lessonsand-courses

Better Swimming Lessons

Hatfield Swim Centre offers children’s swimming lessons for all abilities. Ages 4+, £30 per month.

Gosling Sports Park

Welwyn Garden City

Toddler Bounce – Monday, Tuesday, Friday and Saturday (and every day of Easter Holidays except Sundays)

A Trampoline session dedicated to those under the age of 5. Tickets must be booked online. Mondays and Fridays 10am12pm, Tuesdays and Saturdays 10am-11am.

Super Saver Bounce – Monday, Tuesday and Friday

A trampoline session at a reduced rate, a perfect after school activity. Book online. Term time only. 4pm-6pm.

SEN Bounce – Tuesday and Sunday

Trampoline session dedicated for those with special educational needs. A quieter environment and a more relaxed session. Book online. Tuesday 11-12pm, Sunday 10am-11am.

General Bounce – Saturday and Sunday (and every day of Easter Holidays except Sundays)

A trampoline session open to people of all abilities and ages over 18 months. Book online. 11am-5pm.

Soft Play – Daily

With climbing frames, ball pits and slides, suitable for under age 11. Monday to Friday 9am-6pm, Saturday and Sunday 9am-5pm.

Footgolf and Pitch and Putt at Panshanger Golf Complexdaily

Welwyn Garden City Choose from footgolf or pitch and putt. 9 holes for £3.50. Ages 6 to 16.

Stanborough Park

Welwyn Garden City

Stage 1 Youth Sailing Course – 3 and 4 April

A basic introduction to the parts of a sailing boat and the basic principles of how to get a boat sailing. Ages 8 to 15. £155 (for both days).

Pedalow and Rowing Boat Hire –3-16 April

Hire a rowing boat or pedalow to enjoy a relaxing trip around the North Lake. Rowing boat hire £11 (for 30 minutes). Pedalow hire £16 (for 30 minutes). 12pm-4pm daily, weather dependant.

Hatfield Leisure Centre

Hatfield

Football Camps – Monday, Wednesday Friday in Easter

Holidays

Football camps for ages 8+ using 7-a-side football pitches with a coach provided to offer fun games, skills and drills. £5 for 1 Hour.

Junior Badminton – every Saturday

Fun badminton session with high level coaches with games and enjoyable skills and drills.

£3.35 per session. Ages 6 to 12.

Trampoline Drop-in Sessions –Monday and Saturday

Trampoline drop-in session with a trained coach. £7.45. Ages 6 to 12.

Linzie’s Music Class at Napsbury Pavilion – Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays

St Albans 07956 857589 www.bookmyclass.co.uk/

LinziesMusicGroup

Fun sensory music group for babies and toddlers, includes nursery rhymes, action songs, pop songs with props, musical instruments, puppets, bubbles, lights and stickers. Term time only.

Dinky Dancers

St Albans, Redbourn, Harpenden 01438 831281 www.dinkydancers.com

Dance, PE, music and action activities for 2 years+. Exploring a new theme each half term, developing childrens’ social, physical and creative skills.

Best Theatre Arts and Best Beans

St Albans, Hertford 01727 759634 www.besttheatrearts.com

Best gives young people aged 4 to 18 the best possible introduction to the theatre. As well as classes in acting, dancing and singing, Best can help teach confidence, self-discipline and communication skills. Best Beans are classes for ages 2 to 4 in St Albans and Hertford.

Perform 0207 7255 9120 www.perform.org.uk Confidence building weekly drama, dance and singing classes for 4-7s and 7-12s. Every child can try a free no-obligation class, visit www.perform. org.uk/try. Venues: St Albans, Harpenden, Hertford, Hitchin, Radlett, Royston, Knebworth, Welwyn Garden City, Bishops Stortford and Broxbourne. enquiries@perform.org.uk

Holiday Clubs

FunFest Holiday Camp

St Albans 07767 877198

Harpenden 01582 369000 www.fun-fest.co.uk

A school holiday club which provides children with a choice from an exciting range of activities, with sessions ranging from Mission Impossible and Sports Action to Cupcake Heaven and Crafty Creations. There’s something for all children.

Replay Holiday Club

St Albans 07913 323608 Replay is a fabulous holiday club for children 4 to 11 years old. Lots of fun activities and crafts, indoor and outdoor space. Run by an enthusiastic and caring team.

Happy Days Holiday Club

Stevenage 07883 511319 www.leys.herts.sch.uk/ parents-holiday-club

Happy Days Holiday and Afterschool Club provides a friendly, fun and safe environment together with high-quality childcare for children aged 3-13.

Multi Active School Holiday Club www.multi-active.co.uk

Multi-Active Holiday Camps provide fun experiences for kids and offer parents a reliable and affordable childcare solution.

Venues: Abbots Langley, Bishops Stortford, Hertford, Hitchin, Letchworth, Rickmansworth, Royston, South Oxley, Stevenage, Welwyn Garden City, Ware.

Rising Stars Wrap Around Holiday Clubs

01462 790152 www.risingstars-wraparound. co.uk Holiday course activities include sports such as trampolining, inflatables, team games and gymnastics as well as creative activities. Venues: Stortford, Hitchin, Lutterworth and Stevenage.

SuperCamps Holiday Club

01235 467300 www.supercamps.co.uk

SuperCamps are a leading provider of childcare in the UK, offering holiday camps for children aged 4-14.

Venues: Hertford, Hitchin and Rickmansworth. Visit website for more information, dates and to book your place.

Family Easter Baking Workshop www.hertscommunitykitchen.org uPlay Sports Holiday Club at Hitchin Girls’ School

Children aged 6+ can make two kinds of Easter treats at this family workshop in St Albans (children must be accompanied by a parent/carer). £30 for one adult and child, an additional child can be added for £5.

Hitchin 01462 374049 www.uplaysports.co.uk

Delivering tennis during the school holidays in a fun environment with a mixture of tournaments, tennis-based games, technical sessions and challenges.

Happy Holiday Activities at The Hive Hatfield www.sportinherts.org.uk/ booking

Happy Camp sessions are FREE for children on benefit-related school meals and will be running daily over the Easter Holidays.

Multi-Sports Holiday Club at Healthy U Gym

Hemel Hempstead 01442 769071 www.healthyugym.com

Multi sports activities and fitness classes for 7-11 years. Monday to Friday, 10am-3pm.

Herts Performing Arts Easter Stage School at Ashwell Village Hall – 3-6 April

Ashwell 07753 754452 www.facebook.com/ hertsperformingarts

Join characters Funny Bunny, Clumsy Chicken, Grumpy Goose and Daft Duck for four days of egg-cellent fun with drama, singing, dance and craft.

Easter Circus Camp at Roundwood Park School – 3-6 April

Harpenden www.showtimecircus.co.uk

Your child will giggle with delight as they learn aerial hoop, silks, hula hooping and more in this four day camp for children taught by circus artists. £45 per day or £150 for all four days. Ages 5 to 12

Herts