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ISSUE: 2024/25

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Contents

‘Family Days Out’ Pages: 12-16

‘Running Clubs’ Pages: 20-21

• Useful Information

See Pages: 12-13

• Family Days Out In Herts

See Pages: 14-18

• Book Clubs

See Pages: 20-21

• Running Clubs

See Pages: 22-23

• Herts Theatre Guide

See Pages: 24-31

• Local Events & Food Markets

See Pages: 32-34

/ Cosmetics.................57

• Tattooists..........................................58

• Yoga....................................................58

Home & Garden............................59

• Aerials / Satellite / TV..................59

• Architects / Architectural Services / Building Surveyor.....60

• Bathroom Design / Installation....................................60

• Blast Cleaning................................61

• Blinds & Awnings..........................62

• Builders.............................................63

• Cleaning Services..........................66

• Conservatories..............................66

• Construction & Building.............67

• Double Glazing..............................68

• Double Glazing Installation & Repair....................69

• Drainage / Drains & Pipe Cleaning..............................69

• Driveways & Patios......................70

• Flooring Services...........................70

• Garden Services............................71

• Gate Automation..........................71

• Handyman Services.....................71

• House Clearance...........................72

• Interior Furnishings.....................72

• Interior Shutters / Blinds...........72

• Kitchen Design & Installation..................................73

• Landscape Gardening..................73

• Laundry & Ironing Services.......73

• Locksmiths.......................................74

• Memorial Services........................75

• Oven Cleaners...............................75

• Painters & Decorators................76

• Paving................................................77

• Pest Control....................................77

• Plastering.........................................78

• Plumbing & Heating.....................79

• Plumbing Supplies........................83

• Removals..........................................83

• Removals & Clearance................85

• Removals & Storage.....................86

• Roofing / Roofing Services / Roofing Contractors....................87

• Rubbish Clearance.......................89

• Security Services...........................90

• Skip Hire...........................................92

• Swimming Pools & Hot Tubs.....93

• Tree & Garden Services..............94

• Tree Surgeons.................................95

• Upholsterers...................................99

• Upholsterers & Soft Furnishings..............................99

• Waste Disposal / Recycling.......99

• Wheelie Bin Cleaners...............100

• Window Cleaners......................101

Motoring, Classics, Cars & Bikes.................................102

• Breakers / Dismantlers............102

• Garage Services..........................104

• Mobile Valeter.............................104

• MOT Service Centre.................105

• Transport / Recovery................106

Music, Dance & Theatre...........107

• Dancing Schools.........................107

• Music Composer.........................109

• Theatre Arts & Schools............110

Parenting & Childhood.............113

• Children’s Activities..................113

• Childrens’ Entertainers...........113

Pets & Animals...........................116

• Boarding Kennels.......................116

• Day Care........................................116

• Dog Grooming.............................117

Sport, Leisure, Entertainment & Tourism........119

• Bouncy Castles............................119

• Mobile Discos..............................120

Weddings & Special Occasions......................121

• Dove Release...............................121

• Hats, Fascinators & Headdresses............................121

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Here are some useful numbers you may need:

Hertfordshire County Council 0300 123 0404

Hertfordshire Police HQ 0845 3300 222 or 999 in an emergency RSPCA Cruelty Line 0300 1234 999

Hertfordshire 01923 776905

Registration Offices –Births and Deaths 0300 123 4045

Traveline 0871 200 22 33

National Rail 08457 48 49 50

Crimestoppers

0800 555111

Relate Hemel Hempstead 01442 262 618

Relate Central and Northern Hertfordshire 01727 858126

Relate Watford 01923 241 803

UTILITIES

Veolia

0845 782 3333

EDF Energy 0800 783 8838

National Gas Emergencies 0800 111 999

Floodline 0845 988 1188

HOSPITALS

Hemel Hempstead Hospital 01442 213141

Hertford County Hospital 01707 328111

Lister Hospital 01438 314333

QE2 Welwyn 01438 314333

St Albans City Hospital 01727 866122

Watford General 01923 244366

LIBRARIES

Bishop Stortford Library 01438 737333

Cheshunt Library 01438 737333

East Barnet Library 020 8359 3860

Goffs Oak Library 01438 737333

Hoddesdon Library 01438 737333

Harpenden Library 01438 737333

Hertford Library 01438 737333

London Colney Library, 01438 737333

Rickmansworth Library 01923 471333

St Albans Central Library 01438 737333

Stevenage Central Library 01438 737333

Stotfold Library 01462 730695

Waltham Cross Library 01438 737333

Ware Library 01438 737333

Watford Central Library 01923 471333

Welwyn Garden City Library 01438 737333

CITIZENS ADVICE

Abbots Langley 0192326 7949

Barnet 0844 826 9336

Stevenage 0845 120 3789

Watford 0844 826 9726

Welwyn 01707262607 Useful service numbers you may need!

DaysFamilyOut In Herts

Go Have An Adventure!

Wherever in Hertfordshire you are, there are plenty of ways to spend the holidays and make the most of the British countryside, in fair weather or foul. Here is a selection:

Ashridge Estate, Berkhamsted

5000 acres of beautiful ancient woodland and commons. 01442 851227 • www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ashridge-estate

Aldenham Country Park

A great value day out,. Beautiful nature trails, an indoor play area, kiosk and café, plus a rare breeds farm with petting area, outdoor climbing frames and 100 acre walk, as well as sailing and fishing. 020 8953 9602 • www.aldenhamcountrypark.co.uk

Gadebridge Park Hemel Hempstead • 01442 228788

Langleybury Children’s Farm

Independent, charity run farm with petting area, children’s play area, bouncy castle, putting area and café. Kings Langley • 01923 270603 www.langleyburychildrensfarm.org.uk

Paradise Wildlife Park

Fantastic ethical wildlife park, with hundreds of animals including some amazing big cats. Events, experiences, animal encounters, education and much, much more. Broxbourne • 01992 470490 www.pwpark.com

Shepreth Wildlife Park

Shepreth started as a private wildlife sanctuary, and is today a full wildlife park. Shepreth, Royston • 01763 262226 www.sheprethwildlifepark.co.uk

Willows Activity Farm

Willows Activity Farm offers farmyard animals, plus soft play for the little ones, tractor rides, funfair rides and more. London Colney • 0333 331 2060 www.willowsactivityfarm.com

Zoos, Farms, Parks, Nature & Wildlife

Museums,

Estates & Historical Buildings

Celtic Harmony Camp

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Knebworth House

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Berkhamsted Castle

A ruined Norman castle with visitors room based in Berkhamsted. Free entry. 01223 582700 • www.english-heritage.org.uk

Celtic Harmony Camp

An Iron Age village set in woodlands near to Hertford with a whole host of activities. 01438 718543 • www.celticharmony.org

The Henry Moore Foundation

Acres of outdoor sculpture to explore, as well as galleries and studios, and his restored home. 01279 843333 • www.henry-moore.org

Shaw’s Corner

Shaw’s beautifully preserved home in Ayot St Lawrence. 01438 829221

www.nationaltrust.org/shawscorner

Watford Museum

A free entry museum focussed on local history and events. 01923 232297 • www.watfordmuseum.org.uk

deHaviland Aircraft Heritage Centre

This is a working museum with 20 de Havilland aircraft and sections plus a large collection of memorabilia. www.dehavillandmuseum.co.uk

Knebworth House

The Lytton family home since 1490, with stunning formal gardens designed by Edwin Lutyens in 1908, a dinosaur trail, kitchen garden and adventure playground. www.knebworthhouse.com

Hatfield House

A beautiful historical property built by Robert Cecil in 1611, with some 42 acres of parkland, knot garden, children’s play area and the National collection of model soldiers. Park and Gardens • www.hatfield-house.co.uk

Verulamium Musum

Museum showing one of the biggest and most important Roman sites in the country, including mosaic and underfloor heating, jewellery, pottery, and scheduled re-enactment. www.stalbansmuseum.org.uk

The Natural History Museum at Tring

deHaviland Aircraft Heritage Centre

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Founded by Lionel Walter, 2nd Baron Rothschild, exhibiting a range of animals, with activities and events. • www.nhm.acd.uk/tring

Leisure Centres, Swimming & Sports

Rollercity

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Aquasplash

A combination of fun pool with six exhilarating rides plus a fun ice rink for an exciting, varied day out.

Hemel Hempstead • 0845 872 5799

The Snow Centre

A huge, 160m slope with real snow for skiing, snowboarding and sledging.

Hemel Hempstead • 0845 258 9000, www.thesnowcentre.com

Rollercity

A large, indoor roller rink based at Campus West, WGC.

Welwyn Garden City • www.rollercity.co.uk

Hatfield Swim Centre

With many pools, fitness gym, luxury spa, aerobics studio and more!

Hatfield • 01707 276276

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Hertfordshire Sports Village

Hatfield • 01707 284466 www.hertssportsvillage.co.uk

Hitchin Swimming Centre

Hitchin • 01462 441646

Lee Valley Boat Centre

Boats for hire, plus birdwatching, cycling and angling.

Broxbourne • 01992 462085 www.leevalleyboats.co.uk,

The Priory Lido

A beautiful, outdoor heated main pool and teaching pool.

Ware • 01920 460703 www.wareonline.co.uk/lido

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The Playbarn

Offering an exciting indoor play area, large garden, and bigger than usual under 3’s play area, plus free parking and café. 01279 600907 • www.playbarn.net

Adventure World

indoor play from 6 months to 11 years at London Colney Recreation Centre. 01727 822447

DJ’s Jungle Adventure

Extensive indoor soft play. 01727 844991 • www.djsjungleadventure.co.uk

Gambado’s Play Centre

A large centre offering soft play, dedicated babies area with sensory room, plus carousel, and dodgems.

01923 892 140 • www.gambado.com

Harry Potter Studio Tour

The studio offers a behind the scenes peek at a variety of magical Harry Potter sets.

08450 840 9020 • www.wbstudiotour.co.uk

Little Rascals Indoor Play Party Centre

A family run play centre with lots of soft play facilities, quality food and drink. 01462 440248 • www.littlerascalsplay.co.uk

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Theme Parks, Play & Activity Centres

Quasar Elite

Quasar Elite is a huge indoor, multi themed laser tag arena. Exhilarating and energetic, this is a great day out for older kids (of all ages!). 01442 213200 • www.quasarelitehemel.com

Space 2 Play

10000 square feet of indoor play with dedicated baby and toddler area, indoor zip wire, and go kart track set in a large, space themed environment. Perfect for budding astronauts! 01462 422354 • www.space2play.biz

Teamworks Karting

Large indoor Go Karting centre, offering full packages for kids and adults including karting kit, helmets and tuition. Also doing Laser Tag. 08456 436890 • www.teamworkskarting.com

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THE BOOK CLUB

Thinking of joining a book club? There is to some, a stereotypical image of book clubs as talking arenas for bookworms, or gaggles of girls discussing the latest ‘chick lit’. Which, of course, to an extent they are, but there are many more reasons for joining a local reading group.

A reading group can, for many, offer an excellent route into an established local social network. Offering the opportunity to meet people from a variety of backgrounds and cultures, book clubs often also give you the chance to meet people with fairly similar interests, making it an excellent way to get out and meet new people.

Many groups have a focus towards a certain genre or variety of fiction or non fiction, although some are broader than others. Being given a reading list can help you to extend your usual reading, as you will need to keep up with the set texts if you are going to participate in the group, and while many groups decide on titles as a joint decision, the chances are some of the choices will not be your usual favourites. Reading of course will help you to broaden your horizons and vocabulary; the discussion and insights from other readers give this aspect a whole new dimension.

Reading groups are also an excellent way to help improve your communication skills. Discussion will hopefully naturally improve your listening skills, as you navigate your way through others interpretations of the reading material. Speaking in a group is much less formal and structured than the classroom, but will help you build confidence in talking to new people, and to speak to a wider audience.

Finally, if you have any ambitions to write your own novel, reading groups can be a fantastic resource, giving you a window into others opinion’s, what for them makes a good or bad plot or characterization, and perhaps help you to mature the seed of your idea.

BOOK CLUBS IN HERTS:

• Graham Greene Reading Circle (Berkhamsted) - 01442 873 604, briar9@btinternet.com

• U3A Reading Group A (Berkhamsted)01442 865853, brenda.baynes@btinternet.com

• Bishops Stortford Library Reading Group0300 123 4049

• U3A Book Group 3 (Bishops Stortford)jmarychurch@tiscali.co.uk

• U3A Book Group 4 (Bishops Stortford)01279 814222

• Bushey Book Circle - 0300 123 4049

• Harpenden Library Reading Group, 0300 123 4049

• Hertford Reading Group (Monday)01992 422042, gillian.harman@ntlworld.com

• U3A Hertford Reading Group Wednesday Reading Group (Hertford) - 07768 210298 hertfordwednesdayreadinggroup@ yahoogroups.co.uk

• Hitchin Library Reading Group0300 123 4049

• Hoddesdon Library Reading Group0300 123 4049

• Readers Group (Letchworth Arts and Leisure Group)01462 683074, megan_stacey@hotmail.com

• Radlett Reading Group - 0300 123 4049, njcoplest@hotmail.com

• Royston Reading Group - 01763 245410

• Stevenage Library Reading Group0300 123 4049, jo.lindridge@hotmail.co.uk

• Women’s Book Club (Stevenage)01438 742742 stevenagewrc@btopenworld.com

• Icknield Book Group - 01442 827702

• Tring Book Club and Robin Readers01442 827426

• U3A Reading Group (Tring) - 01442 826440, sue@hexter.co.uk

• Ware Library Reading Group, Rosemary Ravenscroft, 0300 123 4049, (Hertfordshire Library Service)

• The Watford Book Club - 01923 243731, sianluciabowen@hotmail.com

• Welwyn Garden City Literary Society01707 320983 michael.upstone@ntlworld.com

Running clubs

Running has become a more popular sport

Are you thinking of joining a running club? Perhaps the lingering thoughts behind your New Years Resolution, or shedding some pounds pre holiday? Running clubs have become more common in recent years, and can be found

throughout the county should you be inclined. Running clubs are not just for the fitness fanatics in lycra among us, but also offer a diverse and friendly membership. Joining a club is an

excellent motivational tool, allowing you to adopt a slightly different mindset and take the hobby slightly more seriously.

It also means company and security. Many runners enjoy pounding the streets alone, but company can spice up a run, providing the motivation of someone to pace yourself with. If you are in training for a specific event, say a marathon or Race for Life, then you may be able to team up with another runner who is also competing. If you are simply looking for a fitness activity, the motivation of not letting down a running partner should keep you going; but if you are competing, a group can add a little competition to help you push yourself! They also offer a good opportunity for socializing. Some groups do organize social events, group runs and other such friendly activities.

Finding a partner to run with is also ideal for those nervous of running alone. Both male and female runners can feel unsafe, especially when the evenings draw in again, and using a group can offer safety in numbers, and access to well thought out, properly lit routes.

Another important aspect is access to health information. Running can be a very simple activity, but if you are serious, then coaching advice is crucial to ensure you work up to your goals and avoid injury. A club should also be able to give advice on finding a local physiotherapist, sports massage specialist or any other health professional you may need.

Clubs in Herts:

• Broxbourne Runners www.broxbournerunners.co.uk

• Gade Valley Harriers www.gadevalleyharriers.co.uk

• Garden City Runners www.gardencityrunners.org.uk

• Harlow Running Club www.thehrc.org.uk

• North Herts Road Runners www.nhrr.org.uk

• Rickmansworth Running Sisters www.rickyrunningsisters.org.uk

• Royston Runners www.roystonrunners.org.uk

• St Albans Striders www.stalbansstriders.com

• Tring Running Club www.tringrunningclub.org.uk

• Ware Joggers www.ware-joggers.co.uk

• Watford Harriers www.watfordathletics.co.uk

• Watford Joggers www.watfordjoggers.org.uk

• Watford Running Sisters www.watfordrunningsisters.org.uk

Presenting the

HERTS THEATRE GUIDE

Of course, one of the perks of living in Hertfordshire is our proximity to London, with all sights and activities our capital has to offer, and with the West End in close reach of most of the county, there are plenty of shows, musicals and attractions to make the most of, as well as a vast array of professional tribute acts throughout the year.

If however you prefer to support the local community theatre, or simply prefer something a little closer to home, then here is our guide to the theatres in Hertfordshire and a taster of forthcoming productions and events:

Please check individual websites or call/email them for more information on their shows

GIRLS NIGHT OUT

SAT 20 JUL

This powerhouse, glittery cabaret is a fierce blend of outrageous vocals, rip-roaring humour and unapologetic horniness! Feel empowered at this riotous show, BY fabulous women FOR fabulous women! Enjoy a night to remember with your huns filled with laughter and audacity!

MILKSHAKE!

LIVE ON HOLIDAY

FRI 30 AUG

Join your favourite Milkshake! friends as they go on an all-new adventure! Pack your bags and jump aboard the Milkshake! train as we go on an all singing, all dancing holiday together! It’s a family show not to be missed!

TEDx ST ALBANS 2024

TEDx St Albans believes that great ideas can come from anywhere and anyone. Their inspiring line-up of speakers will challenge, start conversations and explore where Curiosity can take us. The event is a celebration of creativity, innovation and the power of community to make a difference in the world.

MUSICALS - THE ULTIMATE LIVE BAND SING-ALONG

SAT 21 - SUN 22 SEP

Featuring songs from Mamma Mia!, Grease, Frozen, The Greatest Showman, Dirty Dancing, SIX, Hairspray, We Will Rock You, The Lion King, Les Miserables, Rock Horror, Hamilton, Moulin Rouge, Jersey Boys and much more.

Visit www.gordon-craig.co.uk to purchase tickets & see shows available

WYLLYOTTS THEATRE

TOTAL POP PARTY

SAT 17 AUG

The TPP Girls are back and ready to party with you all, singing all your favourite hits including songs by Little Mix, Harry Styles, Taylor Swift, Katy Perry, Pink, Ed Sheeran, Olivia Rodrigo and many more!

This concert is non-stop from start to finish, full of fun and magic along with your favourite dance moves, Tik Tok trends, and screaming from the top of your lungs!

Potters Bar • 01707 645005 • www.wyllyottstheatre.co.uk “From music concerts & comedy performances to children’s & popular shows - there is something for everyone!!”

ROCK FOR HEROES

TUE 17 - SAT 21 OCT

Classic rock anthems, incredible musicians, sensational vocalists and a ROCKTACULAR experience; with a lot of laughs thrown in! Performed by a superb 7-piece band, the show breathes new life into the music of Guns ‘N’ Roses, Bon Jovi, Van Halen, Dire Straits, Fleetwood Mac, Queen and more! Join us for the BIGGEST celebration of the Heroes of Rock!

Visit www.wyllyottstheatre.co.uk to purchase tickets & see other shows available

THE

ARENA

St Albans • 01727 844488 • www.alban-arena.co.uk

Everybody’s Talking About Jamie – Teen Edition

SAT 10 - SUN 11 AUG

Experience the inspiring story of Jamie New, a sixteen-year-old destined for drag stardom! This hilarious and heartwarming musical is all about conquering prejudice, and the power of being true to yourself.

80’S LIVE

THU 19 SEP

Get ready as we bring you the biggest 80s party featuring hits like: Girls Just Wanna Have Fun, The Edge of Heaven, Tainted Love, Love Shack, Living on a Prayer, The Final Countdown, Don’t You Want Me?, Relax, Never Gonna Give You Up, It’s Raining Men, Rio and the list goes on.

STORY OF GUITAR HEROES

FRI 18 OCT

Featuring talented world-class musicians and state-of-the-art video projection, the show journeys through five decades, from 1950s Rock & Roll through to the most creative and inspirational guitar heroes of the modern era.

SARAH MILLICAN: LATE BLOOMER

SAT 19 OCT

When Sarah Millican was a bairn, she wouldn’t say boo to a goose. Quiet at school, not many friends, no boobs til she was 16. Now? NOW she is loud, with good friends, a cracking rack and goose booing all over the shop. Come along, laugh at her, with her, beside her.

Visit www.alban-arena.co.uk to purchase tickets & see other shows available

THE RADLETT CENTRE

Radlett • 01923 859291 • www.radlettcentre.co.uk

FOOTLOOSE

TUE 15 - SAT 19 OCT

Will Ren save Bomont or will the town live in an abundance of stillness where music and fun have been banished after one tragic night? Featuring the hit songs ‘Let’s Hear it for the Boy’, ‘Holding out for a Hero’ and the massive title song ‘Footloose’, you will be up in the aisle, clapping your hands and dancing the night away.

CELEBRATING GEORGE MICHAEL

SAT 14 SEP

As well as all of George’s best and well-known hits, the acclaimed Steve Mitchell, and his handpicked band also perform some of Wham classics making it a very special show for all George Michael fans.

HOMETOWN GLORYADELE TRIBUTE

THU 19 SEP

This stunning show has toured the globe since 2011. All your most-loved Adele songs, from her four platinum-selling albums, feature: Set Fire to the Rain, Make You Feel my Love, Someone Like You, I Drink Wine, and sooo many more.

THE NICK ROSS ORCHESTRA:

“THE GLENN MILLER & RAT PACK ERA”

SAT 28TH SEP

The lights soften, the mood settles. An audience waits for that first moment of sound. The Big Band is poised, relaxed, but with eyes anxious for the lead. And then, as if giving body to an echo, the murmured notes of ‘Moonlight Serenade’… and the night, it seems, is suddenly full and timeless.

Visit www.radlettcentre.co.uk to purchase tickets & see other shows available

SOUTH MILL ARTS

Bishop Stortford • 01279 710 200 • www.southmillarts.co.uk

WEST END MAGIC

SAT 27 JUL

London’s longest-running theatre magic show, presents some of the most exciting names in magic & variety in the UK. An exciting, family-friendly show offering an amazing mixture of magic, comedy and variety acts, featuring British Champion of Magic Oliver Tabor, magical compere Wayne Trice plus special guest acts.

DREAMS OF FLEETWOOD MAC

FRI 8 NOV

A high calibre, professional and polished band of experienced and accomplished musicians who have come together to recreate the sound, look and feel of the legendary band itself.

Visit www.southmillarts.co.uk to purchase tickets & see other shows available

Hitchin • 01462 433553 • www.markettheatre.co.uk

ELIZABETH IMPEY: SUFFRAGETTE

THU 15 - SAT 29 JUL

The story of Elizabeth Impey and her struggle for female emancipation in the early 20th century. A strong and persistent suffragette who refused to be put off course by the government, police or even her local community. Supported throughout by her loving husband, Arthur. Her commitment to the suffrage cause was one of determination against great odds to change the position of women in British Society. This is a fictitious story against a factual background.

JAZZ JAM

TUE 16 JUL

Join H-Town’s finest musicians in a relaxed evening of jazz. The house band will give us their own take on standards from the repertoire, and expertly accompany anyone who’d like to join them. Whether you’re playing, singing or just chilling and listening, the Hitchin Jazz Jam is an event not to be missed.

Visit www.markettheatre.co.uk to purchase tickets & see shows available

Rickmansworth • 01923 711063 • www.watersmeet.co.uk

TITANIC: THE LAST HERO AND THE LAST COWARD

SUN 8 SEP

A church minister and an executive of the White Star Line. One a hero, one a coward. Both have a story to tell. 1st & 3rd class passengers seldom came eye to eye, but as the ship slowly sunk and the panic for a lifeboat space began, these two men were cast together in a devastating drama.

THE DIANA ROSS STORY

FRI 27 SEP

The World’s Premier show in celebration of DIANA ROSS and THE SUPREMES, Theatre audiences prepare to be taken on a spellbinding journey visiting one of the greatest musical stories ever told. A chronological history of hits from a career culminating in over 100 million record sales.

Visit www.watersmeet.co.uk to purchase tickets & see other shows available

“There are plenty of shows, musicals & attractions to see across Hertfordshire, so book your seats today!!”

FRI 26 JUL

A lonely musical composer named Randy Thatcher has finally found the confidence to share his magnum opus (to an imaginary audience in his bedroom). While performing his show about heartbreak, friendship, and intergalactic warfare, Randy realizes his life might not be so different from that of his show’s protagonist, Gazandy.

LEGEND: THE MUSIC OF BOB MARLEY

FRI 12 JUL

An unforgettable evening celebrating this musical icon in one fantastic stage show extravaganza. Combining his superb, distinctive vocals with flawless musicianship, a supremely talented cast recreate his timeless hits.

TAYLOR SWIFT TRIBUTE

FRI 26 JUL

Step into the unparalleled world of Taylor Swift in this electrifying show featuring the incredible artist: Xenna. The Taylor Swift Tribute is a celebration of the iconic pop sensation’s music, style, and unrivalled stage presence.

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Farmers Markets

BARNET

Alternate Saturdays from 8.30am to 3.30pm behind the Spires Shopping Centre. A FARMA accredited market. www.thespiresbarnet.co.uk

BERKHAMSTED

Offers a great selection from fish and groceries to baked good, snacks and cheeses. Third Sunday of the month.

www.berkhamstedfarmersmarket.co.uk

GREAT AMWELL

Takes place on the first Thursday of the month at the Van Hage Garden Centre. Game, meats, cheeses, bakery goods, preserves, fruit & veg. www.vanhage.co.uk

HATFIELD

Takes place in White lion Square from 9.00am til 1.00pm, 1st Saturday of each month. Artisan beers, cheeses, honey, bakery goods and more.

HERTFORD

FARMA accredited. 8.30am – 1.30pm, 2nd Saturday of each month in The Market Place. www.hertford.net

HATFIELD

Hatfield House Stable Yard Farmers Market, every third weekend of the month

LETCHWORTH

Takes place in the town centre 9.30am – 1.30pm, 3rd Saturday of each month. www.letchworthfoodfestival.com

STEVENAGE

Held behind the White Lion Hotel in Stevenage Old Town, 2nd Saturday of each month. www.stevenagefarmersmarket.com

TRING

Local lamb and mutton, preserves, cheeses, fruit, vegetables and preserves, plus bakery goods. Market Place, 9.00am – 12.15pm, alternate Saturdays.

www.tringfarmersmarket.co.uk

WHEATHAMPSTEAD

Held in East Lane Car Park. Offers an array of fruit and vegetables, meat, fish, bakery goods etc. www.wheathampstead.net

WOOLMER GREEN

Crafts and produce. Held at Woolmer Green Village Hall, 4th Sunday of each month. www.thecountrybumpkin.co.uk

Food, Drink, Events, Music & More

HATFIELD HOUSE

www.hatfield-house.co.uk/events

• 14th Jul - Heli-bration! Free Family Fun Day!

• 20th Jul - Battle Proms

• 21st Jul - Folk By The Oak

• 10th Aug - Firework Champions

• 17th Aug - Classic Ibiza

• 29th Sep - The Luxury Wedding Fair

• 13th Oct - Willow 10k

HERTFORD CASTLE

www.hertford.gov.uk/events-listings

• 6th & 7th Jul - Food & Drink Festival

• 21st Jul - Teddy Bears Picnic

• 4th Aug - Rock at the Castle

• 16th Aug - Open Air Cinema

• 8th Sep - Heritage Day

• 22nd Sep - Eco Fest

• 22nd Nov - Christmas Gala

• 22nd - 24th Nov - Christmas Market

• 21st Dec - Christmas Trail

KNEBWORTH HOUSE

www.knebworthhouse.com/events

• 7th Jul - Garden Opera Evening

• 20th - 21st Jul - Great British Food Festival

• 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd & 30th AugHave a go Archery

• 20th Aug - Ghost Tour & Bat Walk

• 25th & 26th Aug - Classic Motor Show

• 30th Aug - Live Queen Experience

• 14th & 15th Sep - Petrolheadonism Live

• 21st - 22nd Sep - DogFest

• 22nd - 24th Nov - Christmas Fair

• 15th & 22nd Dec - Dine with Santa

HERTFORDSHIRE

• 5th - 7th Jul - Sign of the Times Festival, Nr Little Hadham

• 5th & 6th Jul - Chilfest Music Festival

• 21st Jul - Dog & Whistle Festival, Hertford

• 28th Jul - Big JiveSwing Festival, Watford

• 3rd Aug - This is Our House Festival, Hitchin

• 24th - 26th Aug - Benington Chilli Festival

Car Boot Sales

• Baldock Boot Sale, Buntingford Road, Baldock, Saturdays, Apr – Oct

• Berko Boot Sale, Hamberlins Farm, Hamberlins Lane, Berkhamsted, Sundays, Apr - September

• Bishops Stortford Car Boot Sale, Railway Station Car Park, Bishops Stortford, Sundays, Mar – Nov

• Bushey Giant Boot Sale, Little Bushey Lane (Hartspring Corner) Bushey, Sundays, May – Sep

• Chorleywood Car Boot, Meadows Farm, Amersham Road, Chorleywood, Sundays and Bank Holiday Mondays, Apr – Oct

• Graveley Village Hall Boot Sale, Gravely, Sundays, Nov – Mar

• Harpenden Station Boot Sale, Harpenden Station, Station Road, Harpenden, Sundays, Oct – Mar

• Hatfield Car Boot Sale, Birchwood Sports Centre, Longmead, Hatfield, Sundays, Apr – Oct

• Hemel Hempstead Car Boot Sale, Link Road (A4147), Hemel Hempstead, Saturdays, Apr – Oct

• High Wych School Boot Sale, High Wych School, Sawbridgeworth, Sundays, Mar – Oct

• Hitchin Market Car Boot Sale, Hitchin Market, Churchgate, Hitchin, Sundays, Jan – Dec

• Jumbo’s, Hill View Farm, Northaw Road West, Cuffley, Sundays, Apr – Oct

• Kodak Car Boot, Stevenage, Bessemer Drive, Stevenage, Sundays, Jan – Dec

• Letchworth Garden City Car Boot Sale, North Herts Irish Club, Letchworth, Sundays, Nov – Mar

• Nash Mills Car Boot Sale, Lower Road, Nash Mills, Hemel Hempstead, Sundays, Apr – Oct

• Redbourn Car Boot Sale, Herts Show Ground, Redbourn, Sundays, Apr – Oct

• Ridgmont Road Car Park, Ridgmont Road, St Albans, Sundays, Apr - Aug

SINCE 1954

• Repairs & Restoration

• Chandelier Cleaning

• Electrification

• Sales: Chandeliers, Candelbras, Wall Lights & Lanterns

Call: 0207 278 3749 www.antique-chandeliers.co.uk

Jones Hunt Keelings

BUSINESS

Chartered Certified Accountants

Hitchin Office:

71 Knowl Piece, Wilbury Way, Hitchin, Hertfordshire, SG4 0TY

Tel No : 01462 459 090

Hatfield Office:

Broad House, 1 The Broadway, Old Hatfield, Hertfordshire, AL9 5BG

Tel No : 01707 258 844

Web Site : www.jhk.uk.com

E-Mail : info@jhk.uk.com

See our main advert on page 1 & on the inside back cover

BUILDING SURVEYORS

Evans & Co. Ltd. provides professional advice and practical solutions for all your property needs within the construction industry. Our positive approach and high level of client care will assist you in making the right decisions. Our client portfolio includes companies with diverse business interests such as commercial property owners, pension funds, developers and consultants, banks, restaurants and other retail outlets. We also offer surveys and advice to the residential property market.

Michael Evans and Co Suite 16b, 39 Mark Road, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire. HP2 7DN

www.mevans1.co.uk Tel: 01442 261163

NJE Cleaning Services

www.newdimension.co.uk

Tel: 01462 769812

E: exhibit@newdimension.co.uk

Established for over 50 years we have been designing and constructing award winning custom built exhibition stands for clients based in the UK, Europe, USA and Middle East.

 Exhibition stand design  Exhibition stand construction

 Exhibition Stand delivery and installation  Exhibition Stands from £5,000 to £150,000.  All sizes and budgets.

 Located North of London, close to the M25 & motorway network  Easy access to all the UK venues.

Independent Family Funeral Service

Local Personal Attention 24/7

Pre-Paid Funeral Plans

Monumental Masons

Local - Affordable - Dignified

Direct cremation £995

Includes our fees, bringing loved ones into our care, dressing your loved one, veneered coffin, cremation without service and Doctors fees.

Personal service £1760

Includes all our fees as above, a 20 minute service at North Herts Memorial Park for 25 mourners, service times 9.00, 9.30, 10.00, 10.30.

Simple Service £3350

A less traditional funeral focused on a celebration of life with a family led service at a crematorium and includes Doctors fees.

Traditional Funeral £4190

A full traditional funeral that includes a hearse, one limousine, a full service, officiant and all our fees and Doctors fees.

*Prices valid at time of publication but may be subject to change.

3 Priory Lane, Little Wymondley, Hertfordshire SG4 7HE

Tel: 01438 510355

contactus@countyfunerals.co.uk

Our dedicated team is committed to ensuring that your loved one receives the utmost care and respect throughout the funeral process. We understand the importance of personalising this significant event, and we invite you to share your specific preferences and needs with us. Your comfort and peace of mind are our top priorities, and we are here to support you every step of the way.

Call today on: 01442 965 569

Email: info@mrfuneralservice.uk

34 Bennetts Gate, Hemel Hempstead, HP3 8EW

Telephone: 01920 438763

UK approved quality, reliable personal alarms and attack deterrents. Choose from our range of Personal Alarms! Buy the right personal rape alarm for you or a loved one from the award winning UK manufacturer.

Signage, Graphics & Large Format Printing

At Fonteyne signs we like to think we can wear a lot of hats, but one thing always remains consistent; our customer service. We believe that the best work comes from the best working relationships, and we’re proud that a huge proportion of our business comes from our long term clients and via word of mouth. Across our site you can see a cross section of our work, but it’s just the tip of the iceberg. Visit us at our facebook page to see the bigger picture.

SOLICITORS

Braddon & Snow Solicitors are a High Street firm with experienced staff working across the disciplines of property, family & matrimonial, corporate & commercial, civil litigation, wills, probate and trusts. We provide expert legal advice to businesses & individuals throughout Hertfordshire and the surrounding areas. www.braddonsnow.co.uk - 01992 464 552 Please mention the Hertfordshire Focus Directory when contacting our advertisers Read about some of the top shows in theatres this year on pages: 24-31

Brookmans Family Butchers 7 Bradmore Green, Hatfield, Hertfordshire. AL9 7QW

Tel No : 01707 654 413

Web : www.brookmansfamilybutchers.co.uk

E-Mail : lee.nigro87@gmail.com

HAIRDRESSERS

• Find out with a simple head to toe scan

• Using electro-magnetic waves we aim to retune your body towards better health and wellbeing

• Safe and non-invasive - for all the family

• Portable devices available to help you help yourself whilst on the move

• Family package options available Contact me for an informal chat and further info.

07815 767 077 E: pam@body-reset.co.uk - Hoddesdon, Herts pam-charman @BodyResetHertfordshire

Ask about our yellow, blue and red light therapies and clean air device and how they can help you

Cuts

www.authumcare.co.uk • info@authumcare.co.uk

Personalised Homecare Services - Hertfordshire

Unique and flexible services designed to maintain and improve independence.

We provide support to individuals with a variety of conditions such as: Authum Care is a new homecare company in Hertfordshire. Our goal is to provide excellent care and support to those who need it.

We offer a range of services that are designed to be flexible, so that our clients can remain in the comfort of their own homes.

• Dementia and Memory Loss • Parkinsons • Epilepsy

• Mild Challenging Behaviour (as a result of Dementia and Memory Loss)

• Learning Disabilities or Autistic Disorder

• Physical Disabilities (including Multiple Sclerosis)

• Mental Health Support Needs (Cognitive Impairment, Anxiety and Depression) Visit our website to find out more.

Home Care For You, Your Way

We believe that everyone is unique, with their own individual preferences and needs.

• Personal care • Dementia care • Elderly Care

• Complex care for young people

• Mental Health & Physical Disability

• Respite care • General care & support services

• Sleeping & waking nights • Up to 24-hour care www.carebysarah.co.uk 07437 856 836 | sarahshomecare@outlook.com Based in Watford, Hertfordshire

We are bathing mobility specialists that design, supply, and install safe bathing options for mobility-challenged or less abled individuals.

We will design a bespoke solution for your personal needs and explain everything the work entails. We only use industry-leading products with the best warranties for your peace of mind.

All our installers are long-standing industry professionals and fully qualified and insured. Our service is a complete package, from design to completion and instruction on how to use your new facilities. We go the extra mile for our customers.

We offer a FREE consultation in the comfort of your own home,

Specialists in the sales & service of mobility products, with over 25 years’ experience. Mobility Scooters, Wheelchairs, Stairlifts, Powerchairs, Riser Recliners & more

01442 865588 • www.meadowmobility.co.uk

Unit 14 Woodcroft Farm, Water End Rd, Potten End, Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire, HP4 2SH

Passionate about perfume? Need great value for money in these uncertain times? Explore our many new 2024 fragrances and find scents you and your loved ones will love at amazingly affordable prices, on our webshop: www.perfumeflair.com

Interested in joining FM? For flexible & fun business options, check out our website or please get in touch!

A renowned Tattoo Studio in Essex, custom designs from cover ups / micro work / realism to full body art in various styles 07828 922358 www.flyink.co.uk dunmowink@gmail.com

Fly Ink, Gyourys Glow, Little Barns, Parsonage Rd, Bishop’s Stortford, CM22 6PF Stansted House, Shire Hill, Saffron Walden, CB11 3AQ

BOOK NOW & PREPARE TO BE ENLIGHTENED!

Yoga practice in small groups, four to five participants. Feel relaxed, balanced, & at peace within ninety minutes. Challenge your strength, flexibility, & enjoy your beautiful body. Family & friends bookings available.

Tel: 07507 523 373 137 Hale Lane, Edware, HA8 9QP Socials: @ndazzle_beauty_and_wellness

AERIALS / SATELLITE / TV

SERVICES INCLUDE: AERIAL & SATELLITE - CCTV - DATA & NETWORKS

DISCREET INSTALLATIONS - HOME CINEMA - SKY Q - TV WALL HANGING WHOLE HOME WIFI - SMART ALARMS

Strategically located in the charming market town of Hitchin, M Scott Architectural Designs Ltd expertise extends across the beautiful towns and villages of Hertfordshire and into the Home Counties, making an impact beyond. With over two decades of unwavering commitment and industry experience, we invite you to embark on a unique architectural journey with us.

We’re your

Verandas

Based in Luton, A&D brings you a range of construction services throughout the whole of the Herts, Beds, Bucks & Greater London. We offer full building works covering everything from brickwork to plastering, dry lining and more.

01582 450 730 • www.admaintenanceservice.co.uk

We specialise in loft conversions, extensions and refurbishment. We provide all of our services as one-off work protected by guarantee, the exact length of which depends on the job Tel: 07841 109513

We are your local home improvements company, providing our services across the surrounding area. Whether it’s just a few repairs, or a complete new roof, drive or patio, you can trust us to make your house a home. Our aim is to offer our customers outstanding quality and service at a competitive price

Newton’s Building Services has always operated under strong values aimed at exceeding our client’s needs. We have a highly qualified team who cover a wide variety of skills, including a kitchen installation team who work in association with Glotech. Our highly qualified professionals enable us to make sure every job meets your needs and is finished to the highest standard.

No

Paul Carpenter Plastering & Building Contracts Ltd

We are highly trained in all aspects of cleaning services, from small domestic to big industrial jobs.

We are equipped to manage your wants and demands thanks to our expertise, knowledge, and resources.

Attila Cleaning only does work of the finest calibre. We have several years of experience working with pleased clients in Hatfield and the surrounding regions, and fully insured.

/ Welham Green

Conserv-A-Tech

Tel No : 01438 728 485 • 0800 0751 779

Mob No : 07379 125 253 Web Site : www.conservatech.co.uk See our main advert on the outside back cover

Superior Building & Glazing Work Using Materials & Methods Of The Highest Quality

At ESCO Glazing & Construction we know that, when you want to make improvements to your home - whether that means replacing your doors and windows or having an extension built - you want the results to be worth every penny. Cut corners, ignored timescales, inferior materials, a slack work ethic and poor communication do not a good building job make! That’s why, for us, going above and beyond is simply part of the job.

& WINDOWS

Our aluminium windows make the comparatively chunky frames of the uPVC alternative a thing of the past. Allowing more light than ever before to flood your room, they are perfect for any contemporary home - sleek, modern and with excellent kerb appeal. Aluminium is a tough, durable material (great for security), which is resistant to corrosion, meaning your new windows will last the test of time, with minimal maintenance required! Choose from a range of colours, handles, locking mechanisms and sub-frames. Our windows come fitted with tough, energy-efficient double glazing.

Email: dave@aluminumdoorswindows.co.uk • https://aluminumdoorswindows.co.uk

Building Trust with Quality Work

At Countryside Gardens

pride ourselves on professionalism and experience, from landscape projects to horticulture expertise. Covering Herts, Beds, Bucks and Northants, our team delivers a professional, punctual and knowledgeable service. Whatever your requirements, Countryside Gardens are qualified and fully equipped to meet them.

HOUSE, WASTE, GARAGE, GARDEN & SHED CLEARANCE

Commercial and residential property clearance with the aim to recycle/up-cycle 95% of goods handled. No matter what needs to be cleared in your premises we can do it.

Eco Property Clearance Ltd offers a full house clearance service to both domestic and commercial customers in London and all surrounding areas. No job too big or small, be it a house, shed, or garage clearance, or even deep cleaning, we can do it all.

• Data Shredding

Covering Watford and surrounding area www.watfordpavingandtarmac.co.uk

Tel: 0800 051 9390

TARMAC SPECIALISTS

We are a block paving, tarmac and landscape specialist who have built our business on recommendations and customer satisfaction.

With

BLOCK PAVING SPECIALISTS

We are a block paving, tarmac and landscape specialist who have built our business on recommendations and customer satisfaction

A small selection of the jobs we can do for you:

• Boiler Breakdowns • Leaks Repaired • Boiler Replacements • Dripping Taps

• Annual Boiler & Unvented Cylinder Servicing • Hot Water Cylinders

• Heating Controls, Pumps & Valves • Showers & Pumps • Radiators & Valves Replaced

• Non-Flushing Toilet Repairs • Smart Controls Installed

• Dripping Overflows Fixed • Power Flushing Heating Systems To Restore Efficiency

Creative Promotional Videos To Advertise Your

We at Media Chameleon Ltd are a successful and long lived media house, publishing high quality industry and lifestyle publications, specialised websites and now ‘Promotional Videos’.

It is a personalised service where our talented creative team will use your own media to create a video that reflects your company to inspire your target audiences and create interest in your services.

– 15 Second Videos –

PACKAGE INCLUDES:

• A 15 second video using customer’s imagery or stock images/videos.

• Provided as .WAV or .MP4 file

• Provide in wide screen and square screen format.

– 1 Minute Videos –

PACKAGE INCLUDES:

• A 1 minute video using customer’s imagery or stock images/videos.

• Provided as .WAV or .MP4 file for upload onto your website etc.

• Provide in wide screen and square screen format.

• Creation of YouTube channel and upload to YouTube.

• Will also provide 3 separate 15 second videos.

[+44] 1582 488385

Watkins Flat Roofing are professional flat roofing contractors based in North Hertfordshire.

We specialise in flat roofing systems for many different applications such as domestic, commercial and refurbishments.

We have a proven track record of delivering complex roofing projects on large “live” buildings, where logistics and proper prior planning are essential. We pride ourselves on our roofing knowledge and use the latest technologies provide our clients with the best solutions for their roofing needs.

We carry out new builds and refurbishment work

• Professional Roof Repairs

• FREE no obligation quote On request

• Domestic and commercial work

• All work fully guaranteed

• Single ply contractors licence

• Strict health and safety policy

• We work in & around London

Domestic & Commercial Rubbish Clearance

HERTFORDSHIRE

We are Rubbish Clearance Herts, a local company specialising in all types of waste collection and rubbish clearance, both domestic and commercial. Servicing Hertfordshire and the surrounding counties, we are fully licensed and insured. We are also a member of the Federation of Small Businesses. Our waste carriers licence number is CBDU58375. We are dedicated to ensuring we work in an eco-friendly, environmentally-safe fashion at all times. Whether we are collecting one item, or clearing away an entire house, we keep safety at the forefront at all times.

Proud to be

Proud

Proud

be protecting people and property in Hertfordshire

Proud to be protecting people and property in Hertfordshire

Azure Pools and Hot Tubs are proud suppliers of Award Winning Artesian Spas to customers in Beds, Bucks, Herts and surrounding areas. With Hot Tubs available for every budget and space, our range of 2 - 9 seater spas is sure to have something to suit your needs. We are a family business with 30 + years of experience and we’ve been building and maintaining pools, installing spas and saunas, and advising our customers on water care in the local area since 1990. Get in touch for a no obligation quote or for more information about what we can do for you.

Reputable Upholstery Services and Furniture Restoration in Watford, Hertfordshire, NW London and surrounding areas

www.escottsupholsterers.com - 020 7435 6975 escotts@live.co.uk - Watford, Herts, WD24 7ND

We are a very honest and professional clearance company. No job is too big or small! We are fully insured and have the environmental waste license. We aim to recycle/donate to charities or re-home items wherever possible. (We really dislike landfill!) www.clutter2clear.co.uk 07890 773 345 •clutter2clear@outlook.com

DANCING SCHOOLS

Saturday Social Nights

Dancing to Ballroom & Latin Music (old and new) also a bit of (Sprung Floor)

Doors open at 8-11pm all ages are welcome £18 per couple (apologies only couples)

Parking at front of building – Licensed Bar – Tea & Coffee served Classes are available during the week and Private Lessons (please contact for more details)

74a High Street, Cheshunt, Hertfordshire, EN8 0A J

High Street, Cheshunt, Herts, EN80A J

THEATRE ARTS & SCHOOLS

Singing, Dancing & Drama Classes in Hemel Hempstead

Our ethos at Glow Performing Arts is to provide high quality training whilst maintaining the joy of performing arts at the core of everything we do. Established by a local resident of Hemel Hempstead, we believe in supporting every student to reach their full potential.

Specialising in SEN and home education class available.

Stagecoach

Harpenden:

Tel No : 07793 206 846

Web Site : www.stagecoach.co.uk/harpenden

St Albans:

Tel No : 07725 162 612

Web Site : www.stagecoach.co.uk/stalbans

See our main advert on the inside front cover

ENROLLING NOW

Professional classes in Acting, Singing and Dancing for 4 - 18 year-olds

Letchworth Hitchin Stevenage

Saturdays 9am-12pm Saturdays 9.30am-12.30pm Saturdays 1.30pm-4.30pm Scan

[+44] 1582 488385

info@mediachameleon.co.uk

www.mediachameleon.co.uk

Design Driven & Design Led Publishing

We are a successful and long lived media house publishing high quality industry & lifestyle publications & specialised, content heavy websites to engage our readership, enrich the communities we work with and enable our advertisers to create quality dialogue with their target market. We are also offering Web Design, Promotional Videos, & Social Media Marketing services.

PARENTING & CHILDHOOD

CHILDREN’S ACTIVITIES

The Lincolnsfields Centre Ltd

Bushey Hall Drive, Bushey, Hertfordshire, WD23 2ES

Tel No : 01923 233 841

Web Site : www.lincolnsfields.co.uk

Lincolnsfields Playzone

Tel No : 01923 211 412

Web Site : www.lincolnsfieldsplayzone.co.uk

See our advert on pages: 114 & 115

CHILDRENS’ ENTERTAINERS

Children’s Entertainment

Step into a world of wonder with Bo Bobin. Our vibrant parties are full of magic and guaranteed to delight children of all ages. For small parties and large events. info@bobobin.co.uk • www.bobobin.co.uk

THE 1940’S EXPERIENCE

Both adults and children are welcome to attend our 1940’s Experience! During these open days you can experience what it is like to live in the 1940’s.

You can see this through a variety of means, such as: viewing objects from that time, interacting with people and visual & hands-on activities.

T: 01923 233 841 • www.lincolnsfields.co.uk facebook.com/Lincolnsfields

The Lincolnsfields Centre, Bushey Hall Drive, Bushey, Herts, WD23 2ES

Boarding Kennel & Cattery Royston Road, Melbourn, Hertfordshire, SG8 6DG Tel 01763 260 624

We offer various pet services and are fully insured. We have newly built dedicated daycare facilities, designed to provide a safe and secure environment that your dog will find fun and stimulating. You can go to work knowing that your dog will return home tired and content.

SPORT, LEISURE, ENTERTAINMENT & TOURISM

BOUNCY CASTLES

IN YOUR AREA

BEDFORDSHIRE

DUNSTABLE

GARDEN SERVICES

Countryside Gardens Limited 07984 244 494

www.countrysidegardens.co.uk

OVEN CLEANERS

Clean 2 Pristine 07843 114 508

LEIGHTON BUZZARD

SWIMMING POOLS & HOT TUBS

Azure Pools and Hot Tubs 01525 854 000 www.azurepools.co.uk

LUTON BUILDERS

A&D Maintenance Services Ltd 01582 450 730

www.admaintenanceservice.co.uk/building-works

DANCING SCHOOLS

Brewer Dance Academy 07818 448 400 www.brewerdanceacademy.com

DRAINAGE / DRAINS & PIPE CLEANING

FDS Drainage Services 07920 826 484

PLASTERING

IB Hyde And Son 01582 725 266 / 07774 790 400 www.ibhydeplastering.co.uk

REMOVALS

Boxell Removals / Waste Management 07594 442 301

www.boxellwastemanagement.co.uk

TREE & GARDEN SERVICES

CH Tree & Garden Services 01582 802 983 / 07754 646 392 www.ratedpeople.com/profile/c-h-tree-andgarden-services

WASTE DISPOSAL / RECYCLING

Luton House Waste Removals & Rubbish Clearance 07703 146 769

MILTON KEYNES BREAKERS / DISMANTLERS

MKVS Vauxhall Specialist 01908 648 812

https://mkvs.online

SANDY

FARM SHOPS

Woodview Farm Office: 01767 650 200 / 01767 651 509 Café: 01767 651 667 www.woodviewfarm.co.uk

BUCKINGHAMSHIRE

CHESHAM

KITCHEN DESIGN & INSTALLATION

I-Dream Kitchens chesham Ltd 01494 793 593 / 07916 357 641 www.i-dreamkitchens.co.uk

ESSEX

EPPING

TRANSPORT / RECOVERY

GM Recovery & Transport 07845 286 263 www.gmrecoverytransport.co.uk

HARLOW ANTIQUES

Marks Antiques, Collectables & Retros 0730 40 24533

www.marks-antiques-collectables-and-retroes. veniweb.com

MOBILE DISCOS

On Stage Professional Discotheques 07708 322 421 www.onstage-uk.com

WALTHAM ABBEY

REMOVALS & CLEARANCE

IN YOUR AREA

CR Clearance & Removals Ltd

0208 051 7147 / 07493 016 149 www.clearance-removal.co.uk

HERTFORDSHIRE

BALDOCK

PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD MANUFACTURERS

ABL Circuits Ltd

01462 894 312 www.ablcircuits.co.uk

BARNET

MUSIC COMPOSER

Sound Dimensions Original Compositions, Arrangements & Orchestrations 0208 440 6583 / 07956 212 165 www.sounddimensionsmusic.com

BASSINGBOURN

CLEANING SERVICES

E&P Cleaning Contractors 07944 757 101

www.epcleaningcontractors.co.uk

BERKHAMSTED

AIRPORT TRANSFERS & TRANSPORTATION SERVICES

AF Executive Chauffeur Service

01442 878 848 / 07973 499 880 http://afchauffeurs.co.uk

PLUMBING & HEATING

PA Barham Ltd

07831 363 182 www.pabarham.com

PROMOTIONAL ITEMS

The Ultimate Promotion Company Ltd 01442 264 288 www.ultimatepromotions.co.uk

BISHOP’S STORTFORD

DANCING SCHOOLS

Graham School Of Dance & Theatre Arts 01279 654 423 www.grahamschoolofdance.co.uk

DRIVEWAYS & PATIOS

Traditional Driveways 01992 450 356 / 07961 882 027 www.tdms-driveways.com

LAUNDRY & IRONING SERVICES

Havers Laundry And Ironing 01279 755 750

PLUMBING & HEATING

Dom’s Heating & Plumbing Ltd 01279 871 818

www.domsheatingandplumbing.co.uk

TATTOOISTS

Fly INK

07828 922 358

BROXBOURNE

HANDYMAN SERVICES

Handy Man 07827 637 273

PLUMBING & HEATING

Rothwells Heating 07730 547 171 www.rothwellsheating.co.uk

BUNTINGFORD

CLEANING SERVICES

NJE Cleaning Services 07767 615 267 www.njecleaningservices.co.uk

BUSHEY

BUILDERS

Endurance Build & Renovation Ltd 0203 535 6338

www.endurancecompany.co.uk

CHILDREN’S ACTIVITIES

The Lincolnsfields Centre Ltd 01923 233 841 www.lincolnsfields.co.uk www.lincolnsfieldsplayzone.co.uk

CHESHUNT

LAUNDRY & IRONING SERVICES

Iron Man 01992 633 363 www.ironman-services.co.uk

CHORLEYWOOD

DAY CARE

Canine Countryside Escape 07725 748 948 www.ccedaycare.co.uk

CUFFLEY

INTERIOR FURNISHINGS

Stripe Interiors 01707 952 137 / 07713 401 097 www.stripeinteriors.co.uk

GOFFS OAK

PLUMBING & HEATING

Fix-It Property Services 07517 666 917 www.fix-itpropertyservices.co.uk

HAMPSTEAD

HOME CARE SERVICES

Hartwig Care Ltd 01707 954 225 / 02079 167 270 / 07805 063 999 www.hartwigcare.co.uk

HARPENDEN

ACCOUNTING / TAX RETURNS / AUDITING & BOOK KEEPING SERVICES

Hicks and Company Chartered Accountants

01582 766 677

www.hicks.co.uk

HOME CARE SERVICES

Nannies 4 Grannies Ltd

01582 764 305 / 01727 857 988

www.nannies4grannies.co.uk

ROOFING / ROOFING SERVICES / ROOFING CONTRACTORS

Stanley Roofing & Building 01582 853 580 / 07818 806 444 www.stanleysroofingandbuilding.co.uk

HATFIELD

ACCOUNTANTS

Jones Hunt Keelings 01707 258 844 www.jhk.uk.com

BATHROOM DESIGN / INSTALLATION

Black Swan Furniture Ltd 01279 718 907

www.blackswanfurnitureuk.co.uk

BUTCHERS

Brookmans Family Butchers 01707 654 413

www.brookmansfamilybutchers.co.uk

CLEANING SERVICES

Attila Cleaning Ltd 07510 701 629

www.attila-cleaning.co.uk

DOG GROOMING

Groomers On The Green 01707 656 218

FUNERAL SERVICES

J.J Burgess & Sons 01707 262 122 www.jjburgess.co.uk

MEMORIAL SERVICES

Burgess Memorials 01707 262 122 www.jjburgess.co.uk

HEMEL HEMPSTEAD

ANTIQUES & MEMORABILIA

Swan Antiques

01442 239 100 / 07999 234 535 www.swanantiquesboxmoor.com

BLAST CLEANING

Chiltern Blast Cleaning

01442 832 262 / 07860 279 699 www.blast-clean.co.uk

BUILDING SURVEYORS

Michael Evans & Co.

01442 261 163 / 07867 802 818 www.mevans1.co.uk

CLEANING SERVICES

Amazing Again 01442 603 118 / 07472 125 599 www.amazingagain.co.uk

EXECUTIVE CARS

Hemel Hempstead Executive Cars 01442 817 779 www.hemelexecutivecars.co.uk

FUNERAL SERVICES

M&R Funeral Service Ltd 01442 965 569

GATE AUTOMATION

Castle Gates & Automation 01442 253 341 www.castlegatesandautomation.co.uk

LOCKSMITHS

Ozlocks Locksmith 07831 120 301 www.ozlocks.co.uk

PLUMBING & HEATING

Elite Plumbing And Heating 07872 330 526 www.elite-plumbingandheating.co.uk

ROOFING / ROOFING SERVICES / ROOFING CONTRACTORS

Excel Roofing & UPVC 0800 955 6063 www.roofinghertfordshire.co.uk

SKIP HIRE

All Go Grab And Skip Hire 01442 254 035 / 07850 205 925 www.allgograbhire.co.uk

Holywell Haulage Ltd 01442 233 022 www.holywellhaulage.com

STRUCTURAL CONSULTANTS / ENGINEERS

Structa LLP 01442 419 850 www.structa.co.uk

THEATRE ARTS & SCHOOLS

Glow Performing Arts 07859 277 363 www.glowperformingarts.co.uk

TREE SURGEONS

Beechwood Tree Care 01442 817 770 / 07768 630 653

www.beechwoodtreecareuk.co.uk

WINDOW CLEANERS

Kevin Blackburn Window Cleaning 07944 765 161

www.kevinblackburnwindowcleaning.co.uk

HERTFORD

DANCING SCHOOLS

Carter School Of Dance

01992 551 451 / 07754 159 127 www.carterschoolofdance.org

HOUSE CLEARANCE

Eco Property Clearance Ltd 07935 194 605

www.ecopropertyclearance.uk

SECURITY SERVICES

Tindall Security

01992 505 169 / 07733 008 100 www.tindallsecurity.co.uk

HITCHIN

ACCOUNTANTS

Jones Hunt Keelings 01462 459 090

www.jhk.uk.com

MJ Accounting Services 01462 622 795 www.mjaccountingservices.co.uk

AIR CONDITIONING

AWG Air Conditioning 01462 860 045 www.awg-aircon.co.uk

ARCHITECTS / ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES / BUILDING SURVEYOR

Mark Scott Architectural Designs Ltd 01462 422 440 www.msad.uk

BUILDERS

Paul Carpenter Plastering & Building Contracts Ltd 07802 829 678

EXHIBITION SERVICES

New Dimension Exhibitions Ltd 01462 769 812 www.newdimension.co.uk

GARAGE SERVICES

Codicote Motors Ltd 01438 820 288 www.codicotemotors.co.uk

HOME CARE SERVICES

Authum Care 01462 341 160 www.authumcare.co.uk

MOT SERVICE CENTRE

Hitchin Motorcare Ltd 01462 441 122

www.hmccars.co.uk

THEATRE ARTS & SCHOOLS

Theatretrain

07724 433 914

www.theatretrain.co.uk/hitchin www.theatretrain.co.uk/stevenage

TREE SURGEONS

Everest Tree Services Ltd 07818 831 283 www.everesttreeservices.co.uk

HODDESDON ALTERNATIVE THERAPIES

Body Reset Hertfordshire 07815 767 077

ANTIQUE LIGHTING

G & P Cohn 020 7278 3749 www.antique-chandeliers.co.uk

BUILDERS

Newton’s Building Services Ltd 07801 889 425 www.nbsltd.org.uk

BUTCHERS

Robinson Butchers 01992 461 889

PERFUMES / COSMETICS

FM World 01992 421 722 / 07815 767 077 www.perfumeflair.com

SOLICITORS

Braddon & Snow Solicitors 01992 464 552 www.braddonsnow.co.uk

KINGS LANGLEY

PAVING

Watford Paving & Asphalt Services Ltd 01923 439 507 / 07715 251 495 www.watfordpavingandtarmac.co.uk

LETCHWORTH GARDEN CITY

BUILDERS

R.P.B. Building And Roofing Contractors 01462 678 722 / 420 300 www.rpbbuilding.com

DANCING SCHOOLS

Rodneys Dance School 01462 686 131 rodneysdanceschool.com

PLASTERING

DB Plastering Services 07789 863 777

ROOFING / ROOFING SERVICES / ROOFING CONTRACTORS

Watkins Roofing Contractors Ltd 07852 527 888

www.watkinsflatroofing.co.uk

LILLEY

AIR CONDITIONING

A. Wesley Aircon Ltd. Air Conditioning Services

0207 377 0115 / 01462 768 644 / 07850 809 079

www.wesleyairconditioning.co.uk

LITTLE WYMONDLEY

BOUNCY CASTLES

Amazing Occasions Ltd

01438 745 114 / 07900 004 324

www.hertsbouncycastles.com

FUNERAL SERVICES

County Funerals Limited 01438 510 355

www.countyfunerals.co.uk

MARDLEY HEATH

PAINTERS & DECORATORS

Carlo Spiller Decorating 07957 972 188

www.carlospillerdecorating.co.uk

POTTEN END

MOBILITY / ACCESS EQUIPMENT / MOBILITY ACCESS

Meadow Mobility Ltd 01442 865 588

www.meadowmobility.co.uk

POTTERS BAR

AERIALS / SATELLITE / TV

Thorogood Audio Visual 07950 680 035

BOOK KEEPING

NS Alleeson Accountancy / Bookkeeping 07950 375 714

www.nsalleesonaccountancy.com

BUILDERS

Rosenberrys Ltd 07459 208 545

www.rosenberrysltd.co.uk

CONSTRUCTION AND BUILDING

ESCO Glazing & Construction 01707 655 004

www.esco-construction.co.uk

DOUBLE GLAZING

Aluminium Doors & Windows 01707 655 004

FUNERAL SERVICES

F Upson and Son 01707 642 543

www.finsestfunerals.co.uk

RICKMANSWORTH

DOG GROOMING

Care of the Dog Grooming 07939 034 531

www.careofthedog.co

INTERIOR SHUTTERS / BLINDS

RDJ Shutters Ltd 01923 285 288

www.rdjshutters.co.uk

ROYSTON

ANTIQUES

Wheeler Antiques 01763 256 722 / 07596 990 660 www.wheelerantiques.co.uk

BOARDING KENNELS

Greenlow Boarding Kennels & Cattery 01763 260 624

www.greenlow.co.uk

LANDSCAPE GARDENING

CW Landscapes 01763 662 654 / 07800 545 628

www.cwlandscapes.co.uk

REMOVALS

MoveWells Removals & Storage 01763 259 202 www.movewells.co.uk

SAWBRIDGEWORTH

BREAKERS / DISMANTLERS

Carmaggeddon Salvage Ltd 01279 721 919

www.carmaggeddonsalvage.org

REMOVALS & STORAGE

Direct Moves 01279 726 641

www.direct-moves.co.uk

WASTE DISPOSAL / RECYCLING

Clutter 2 Clear 07890 773 345

SOUTH MIMMS

MOBILE VALETER

Mo-Clean 07973 206 376 www.mo-clean.com

ST ALBANS

ACCOUNTING / TAX RETURNS / AUDITING & BOOK KEEPING SERVICES

Brevins Ltd 01727 847 494

BLINDS & AWNINGS

Dave Morgan Blinds Ltd 0208 906 0577

www.davemorganblinds.com

CAR VALETING

Detailerz 07377 555 123 https://www.detailerz.co.uk/ DANCING SCHOOLS

Penny Waterman School Of Dance Ltd

01727 858 632 / 07890 872 814

www.pennywaterman.com

HATS, FASCINATORS & HEADDRESSES

The Hat Thing / Style And Confidence

01727 847 497 / 07790 006 350 www.the-hat-thing.co.uk

www.styleandconfidence.co.uk

PAINTERS & DECORATORS

Normans Decorators 01923 852 881 / 07703 232 823 www.normandec.co.uk

PEST CONTROL

Verminator UK 08081 972 730 / 07734 649 305 www.verminatoruk.com

PLUMBING & HEATING

PHP Services Ltd 01727 226 264

www.phpservices.co.uk

SECURITY SERVICES

Amthal Security 01727 854 231

www.amthal.co.uk

SIGNMAKERS / MFRS & ALLIED SERVICES

Fonteyne Signs 01727 832 146

www.fonteynesigns.co.uk

THEATRE ARTS & SCHOOLS

Stagecoach

01525 630 183 / 07725 162 612 www.stagecoach.co.uk/stalbans www.stagecoach.co.uk/harpenden

TREE SURGEONS

Robinsons Tree Service 01727 848 111 / 01707 331 916 / 07973 180 002 www.robinsonstreeservice.co.uk

WASTE DISPOSAL / RECYCLING

The Waste Monkeys Ltd 07840 804 310 www.thewastemonkeys.co.uk

WILLS & PROBATE

S Bish Estate Planning

01727 220 930

www.sbishestateplanning.com

Trust Matters Financial Services 01727 737 610

www.trustmatters.co.uk

Wills & Probate Services

01582 344 551 / 07540 853 693

www.mjccl.co.uk

STEVENAGE

ACCOUNTANTS

Hammond-Barr Accountants Limited

01438 281 281 www.hammondbarr.co.uk

ACCOUNTING / TAX RETURNS / AUDITING & BOOK KEEPING SERVICES

TRS Secretaries Ltd

01438 347 030

www.trssecretaries.co.uk

BATHROOM DESIGN / INSTALLATION

Access And Mobility Bathrooms 01438 561 681

www.accessmobilitybathrooms.co.uk

CONSERVATORIES

Conserv-A-Tech 01438 728 485 / 07788 725 674

www.conservatech.co.uk

DOVE RELEASE

Forget Me Not Dove Release 07982 257 636

FUNERAL SERVICES

Newrest Family Funeral Services 0800 111 4971 - 24hr www.newrestfunerals.co.uk

HUMAN RESOURCE CONSULTANTS

Consensus HR 01438 576 750 / 07747 789 279 www.consensushr.com

PEST CONTROL

Forrest Environmental Services Ltd 0800 999 1502 / 07794 777 79620 www.forrest-environmental-services.com

Furbegone Pest Control 01438 387005 / 07817 378 905 www.furbegonepestcontrol.co.uk

RUBBISH CLEARANCE

Rubbish Clearance Hertfordshire 01438 215 018 / 07960 983 298 www.rubbishclearanceherts.co.uk

WALTHAM CROSS

DANCING SCHOOLS

Michele’s Dance Club 01992 624 228 / 07985 130 607 www.michelesdanceclub.co.uk

HANDYMAN SERVICES

Home Handyman Services 07946 549 514

HOUSE CLEARANCE

LH Clearances Ltd 07432 203 295

www.checkatrade.com/trades/lhclearances

PAINTERS & DECORATORS

Why Stagecoach

Glen Hyett Painter & Decorator

01992 308 820 / 07958 733 205

www.glenhyettpainteranddecorator.co.uk

WARE

CHILDRENS’ ENTERTAINERS

Bo Bobin

www.bobobin.co.uk

SECURITY SERVICES

WE Alarms

01920 438 763

www.wealarms.co.uk

TREE SURGEONS

Lewis Tree Care

0800 028 9077 / 07731 482 775 www.lewistreecare.co.uk

WATFORD

BUILDERS

Efficient Build Ltd 01923 461 573 / 07496 886 982 www.efficientbuild.co.uk

P. Brown Construction Ltd 07841 109 513

WINDOW CLEANERS

JJ Windows 07493 721 817 www.jjwindows.co.uk

At Stagecoach Performing Arts, we give our students the Creative Courage to embrace life and make the most of their talents and opportunities.

• Over 35 years’ experience in performing arts teaching

WELWYN GARDEN CITY AIRPORT TRANSFERS & TRANSPORTATION SERVICES

www.pbrownconstructionltd.co.uk

Cloud 9 Glazing 07941 563 424

www.cloud9glazing.com

FLOORING SERVICES

CMK Screeding

0333 77 22 600

www.cmkscreeding.co.uk

HOME CARE SERVICES

Sarah’s Home Care 07437 856 836 / 07799 049 5680

www.carebysarah.co.uk

PLUMBING SUPPLIES

Waterford Plumbing Supplies 01923 230 444 / 07968 593 523

TREE SURGEONS

Gem Tree Management Ltd 0208 206 1073 / 07980 678 936

www.gemtreemanagement.co.uk

UPHOLSTERERS

Escott’s Upholsterers 020 7435 6975

www.escottsupholsterers.com

• Stagecoach operates over 2,000 schools in seven countries worldwide

5 Star Taxis 01707 333388 www.5startaxis.net

• 1 million children supported to reach their potential

• Regular national events at iconic theatres

• A unique educational framework

DOUBLE GLAZING INSTALLATION & REPAIR

HAIRDRESSERS Academy Now 01707 333 237 www.academynow.co.uk

KENT

• Each year, we have more than 6,000 students taking part in our international events

SEVENOAKS

BLINDS & AWNINGS

SBI Ltd 07958 389 466 www.sbiproducts.co.uk

Your child will how to SING, DANCE & ACT while developing a broad range of life skills.

LONDON

HARPENDEN

MILL HILL

07793 206846

DANCING SCHOOLS

stagecoach.co.uk/harpenden

Spotlight School Of Dance 07990 491 322 www.spotlightschool.dance

MIDDLESEX

EDGEWARE

YOGA

ST ALBANS 07725 162612

stagecoach.co.uk/stalbans

N’Dazzle Beauty and Wellness 07507 523 373

HARROW LANDSCAPE GARDENING

Imperial Garden Service 07491 954 258

UPHOLSTERERS & CURTAIN MAKERS

Kuhn Upholstery Ltd 02076 043 000 / 07714 358 736

WHEELIE BIN CLEANERS

Wheelie Bin Cleaning UK 01727 220 862

www.wheeliebincleaning.uk

Call our sales team now on 01582 488 385

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info@jhk.uk.com

Our range of services includes the following:

personal tax services

management accounts and PAYE support

planning and forecasting

Wilbury Way, Hitchin, Hertfordshire. SG4 0TY and friendly accountants offering expert advice

• Statutory audits and reports, including AIM listed companies and LLPs

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Keelings is a firm of Chartered Certified Accountants whose directors have independent. This enables us to concentrate our efforts where they are most clients by offering close personal attention and responsive solutions. priority is to deliver first class service to all our clients.

01462 459090

• Company secretarial services and valuations

• Accounting systems advice

• Commercial development and growth

Hitchin Office • Phone: 01462 459090

71 Knowl Piece, Wilbury Way, Hitchin, Hertfordshire, SG4 0TY

info@jhk.uk.com

Hatfield Office • Phone: 01707 258844

Broad House, 1 The Broadway, Old Hatfield, Hertfordshire, AL9 5BG

Email: info@jhk.uk.com • Website: www.jhk.uk.com

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