THE CALENDAR

11 MARCH

GETTING STARTED WITH FAMILY HISTORY

Curious about your family history? Not sure where to start? Join our introductory workshop to find out more! £7 per ticket.

Hertfordshire Archives and Local Studies Register Office Block, Pegs Lane, Hertford, Hertfordshire SG13 8EJ

17 MARCH

BRIDGE DRIVE

Letchworth Howard Rotary Club’s annual bridge drive in aid of Garden House Hospice and other Rotary charities is back. A great afternoon of bridge, with sumptuous tea included plus a raffle, and all in aid of a very good cause. £9.50 per person, including afternoon tea. For bookings and further information e-mail: alanf@letchworthrotary.org.uk or telephone: 01462 685448. Starts at 2pm. Tickets £9.50 (£38 per table of four), to include afternoon tea. The Settlement, Nevells Road, Letchworth Garden City, Hertfordshire SG6 4UB

18 MARCH

HATFIELD HOUSE WEST GARDENOPEN GARDEN FOR NGS

Visitors can enjoy the spring bulbs in the lime walk, sundial garden and view the famous Old Palace garden, childhood home of Queen Elizabeth I. The adjoining woodland garden is at its best in spring with masses of naturalised daffodils and bluebells. Hatfield House West Garden, Hatfield, Hertfordshire AL9 5HX

12 March

THE EAST HERTFORDSHIRE WEDDING FAIR AT WARE PRIORY

This popular and established wedding fair at the beautiful and historic Priory will again feature leading companies from East Hertfordshire and beyond covering every aspect of your wedding and items you might not have thought about, so it is certainly worth popping along. There are fashion shows at 12.30pm and 2.00pm held in the picturesque Priory Hall complete with stunning stain glass windows. The signature fashion shows feature some of the very latest bridal gowns and bridesmaid outfits together with an array of live entertainment. The knowledgeable staff from Ware Priory will be present to answer any questions and to offer advice. Tables will be decorated in various wedding themes for you to view and to provide ideas. Do also remember to take a look at the picturesque landscaped riverside gardens!

Ware Priory, Hertfordshire SG12 9AL

29 March

WATERCOLOUR WORKSHOP

You will be guided through creating your own ink and watercolour drawing of a partial exterior aspect of Ashridge House by our wonderful local artist Helen. All materials provided. Ashridge House, Hertfordshire HP4 1NS

26 March

AMWELL COTTAGE - OPEN GARDEN FOR NGS

Informal garden of approx 2½ acres around C17 cottage. Large orchard of mature apples, plums and pear, planted with daffodils and laid out with paths. Extensive lawns with borders, framed by tall yew hedges and old brick walls. A large variety of roses, stone seats with views, woodland pond, greenhouse, vegetable garden with raised beds and fire-pit area.

Amwell Cottage, Wheathampstead, Hertfordshire AL4 8EA

17 MARCH

RSPB EVENING ILLUSTRATED TALK

Talk on Rajasthan – Birds and History speaker Bruce Bennett. Elephant, painted storks Taj Mahal to name a few.

Church hall at Our Lady and St Vincent Church, 243 Mutton Lane, Potters Bar, Hertfordshire EN6 2AT

18 March

Concert Of Classical Orchestral And Choral Music

Avaried and stimulating evening of music featuring orchestra and chorus playing purely orchestral, mixed choral and orchestral, and a-Capella choral music. St Francis Church, Church Road WGC, Hertfordshire AL8 6QJ

22 March

8 GOSSELIN ROAD - OPEN GARDEN FOR NGS

Daisy Roots nursery garden acts as trial ground and show case for perennials and ornamental grasses grown there. Small front garden with lots of foliage interest. Regret no dogs.

8 Gosselin Road, Hertford, Hertfordshire SG14 3LG

8-15 APRIL HARTS FEST

The annual Hertford Arts Festival, “HArts Fest”, a weeklong event, will showcase and promote local art and cultural events, activities and exhibitions within Hertford and the local area. Also FREE daily art or cultural workshops.

Hertford Town Council, The Castle, Hertfordshire SG14 1HR

With Easter just a hop, skip and jump away, The Ivy St Albans Brasserie will be celebrating with limited edition specials from 7th –10th April 2023.

Guests can choose from a duo of cocktails. The Choco Nut Martini (£11.00) is a sumptuous mix of Vodka, Bailey’s, Dark Chocolate Sauce, Macadamia Liqueur and Double Cream making it the perfect cocktail to indulge in this Easter, whilst The Pineapple Rumble (£11.50) is a delightfully refreshing mix of Pineapple Rum, Antica Formula, Rubis Chocolate Wine, Cherry Heering and Campari.

For those with a sweet tooth, guests can enjoy the Peter Rabbit dessert (£8.95). A delicate combination of Carrot cake, chocolate soil, pistachio crumb, vanilla ice cream, candy floss and mint. The ideal end to wonderful Easter celebrations.

You’ll be sure to have an egg-cellent Easter at The Ivy St Albans Brasserie.

To book a table, please visit theivystalbans.com or call 01727 615300