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Welcome to summer

‘Schools out for summer’ with so much happening, there’s no excuse for bored kids or parents! From music, outdoor cinema and theatre to an abundance of festivals from kites to scarecrows and music to flowers, have a flick through and see what you fancy. We’ve got a fantastic competition to WIN tickets for the Cathedral Flower Festival taking place in September.

August sees the 100th anniversary of WW1, to commemorate this historic occasion we’ve included a selection of events and a landmark piece of history that took place on our doorstep. Don't forget to buy your candle from M & S and join in the nationwide ‘Lights Out’ event on 4th August.

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Flower Festival

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music & flowers galore

Scarecrow Festival

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Summer Music

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WW1 100 Years 12 remember them

NOW at the Alban Arena 16 music, theatre, dance & drinking!

Get on the Theatretrain 24 dance, drama & singing

Summer Fun for Everyone 26 outdoor theatres, cinemas & more

The Day I Met Rebecca 38 an inspirational Olympian

50 Years of Guiding 40 walks for everyone

Heritage Open Days 42 a taster of what’s happening

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What’s on in August 44 & September 46 Come and do ‘The Tour’ 48 Herts Open Studios

Index of Businesses 50 accountants to windows & doors

To Advertise: 07983 588291 jane@theNOWmagazines.com

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For the first time in 12 years, St Albans Cathedral will be hosting a spectacular Flower Festival from 25th - 28th September, which will transform every inch of the building into a stunning oasis of colour and music.

Hundreds of beautiful and imaginative flower displays will clothe the ancient stones, from delicate posies to majestic designs that scale the heights of the Cathedral nave. The arrangements will be themed on musical titles of every genre; classical pieces from Vivaldi, Handel and Holst to modern classics from Adele, Abba, and Elton John. You will see hymns, nursery rhymes, songs from the musicals and famous film theme tunes come to life in what promises to be a feast for all the senses. A programme of live music throughout the Festival will add to the unique atmosphere.

The Dean of St Albans Cathedral, the Very Reverend Jeffrey John, said, "Cathedral worship is about trying to offer God the best of everything.

Flowers are a big part of the symphony of the senses; music, art, architecture, liturgical movement and colour, the spoken word, and even the scent of flowers and incense – which all combine to make the beauty of the Cathedral and its services. Expect to be dazzled and inspired by a spectacular display."

A Bouquet of Festival Facts ► Approximately 20,000 blooms will be used ► The largest arrangement will be 18ft tall ► The smallest is the size of a teacup ► Over 130 pieces of music and songs will feature in the displays. ► Around 400 arrangers are involved

Benjamin Britten’s War Requiem is at the forefront of a special area to commemorate the centenary of World War I. The ‘props list’ reads like a challenge for a team on the BBC’s Apprentice, and includes: Roman bricks, a plough, World War I uniforms, a tandem, fishing rods and a Harley Davidson to form the centre piece of Meat Loaf’s Bat Out of Hell.

The Abbot’s Kitchen and the Festival Marquee will be serving home-made teas and lunches during the festival, and you can take part in flower arranging classes, please see the website for details.

Tickets £10, under 16s free (with a paying adult).

To book call 01727 890290 or visit www.stalbanscathedral.org Special Flower Festival Events Gala Preview Evening - Weds 24th September A celebration of flowers and music to open the Festival. Includes music, drinks and refreshments.

Music performed by the winners of the 2014 St Albans Young Musician of the Year.

Tickets £25 available from the Cathedral Box Office on 01727 890290.

Jazz Picnic - Sat 27th September An informal evening of musical entertainment among the flowers! Bring your own rug and picnic, explore the flowers and enjoy music from the St Albans Cathedral Girls Choir and St Albans Jazz Ensemble. Tickets £15, under 12s £5.

We have 2 pairs of tickets to give away, so just text to WIN, and the lucky winners can choose the day they go!

WIN a Pair of Tickets to the Flower Festival just text ‘Music in Bloom’ to 07983 588291 with your name and mobile number before 10th August 4

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The Scarecrow Festival 15th - 17th August Every year the festival in Flamstead, Herts has gone from strength to strength, with over 90 scarecrows on display, made by the very creative villagers.

Cream Teas, Craft Stalls, Cake Sale, Tombola, Model Train Rides, BBQ, Cricket Matches and much more will also make it a weekend to remember.

When you arrive, please park in the signposted, free car park, collect your voting form for just ÂŁ2, walk the sign posted trail and view the scarecrows, choose your favourites and take your form to the village hall, voting closes at 5pm.

All the money raised goes towards the Village Church and the Herts Multiple Sclerosis Therapy Centre. Lots of villagers give up their free time not just to make scarecrows but in organising the festival itself, all for the good of the event and the very worthy causes it supports.

So come along and join in the fun. www.flamstead-herts.co.uk

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Hatfield House Chamber Music Festival 25th - 28th September

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This years Music Festival will feature International Artists performing notable works of the chamber music repertoire in the inspiring surroundings of this historic setting.

25th September The Sixteen with Harry Christophers and Guy Johnston (pictured) 7.30pm / £30 26th September Death and the Maiden 7.30pm / £25 27th September Future Talent Midday Platform 12 noon / £8 On the Brink of War 5.30pm / £15 Quartet for the End of Time £25 / 8pm 28th September The Musicale Young Artists' Chamber Orchestra 12 noon / £10 / family £20 Grand Finale including Hertfordshire Chorus 6.30pm / £27 www.hatfieldhousemusicfestival.org.uk

Hertfordshire Schools Symphony Orchestra 22nd August 7.30pm Following their successful performance in the Herts Schools' Gala at the Royal Albert Hall the Orchestra, under the baton of dynamic young conductor Ben Gernon, finish this season with a programme of Britten: Four Sea Interludes from Peter Grimes and Tchaikovsky: Symphony no.

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This year sees the fourth Herts Jazz Festival which promises to be better than ever. All gigs will be in the main theatre with free sessions in foyer at lunchtime, early evening and after hours.

“Herts Jazz Festival is everything a weekend jazz festival should be. The venue is excellent and it’s customer-friendly, with decent food and plenty of relaxed chatting space.” Peter Vacher, London Jazz News.

Weekend tickets £95 / session & day tickets from £5 Hawthorne Theatre Welwyn Garden City 01707 357117 www.hertsjazzfestival.co.uk

Mozart, Beethoven and Schubert 27th September A concert presented by the Amadeus Chamber Orchestra conducted by Simon Thompson with Jennifer Wigram (leader) and Maksim Stsura (piano) winner of the 2013 Beethoven Intercollegiate Piano Competition.

Mozart ~ Magic Flute overture K.620 Beethoven ~ Piano concerto no.3 in C minor Op.37 Schubert ~ Symphony no.9 (The great C major) D.944 St Saviours Church, Sandpit Lane, St Albans AL1 4DF Adult £12, concs £9, child £3 Tickets on the door or in advance from St Albans Tourist Information Centre on 01727 864511

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NOW at the Maltings The School for Husbands 16th Aug 8pm Moliere’s commedia dell’arte romp or Rom Com in Corsets is fun, witty and punctuated with political satire. A great reminder of how stories can be told. £12, £10 Puccini’s Gianni Schicchi Opera 25th - 26th Sept 8pm Puccini’s comic masterpiece includes the glorious aria O Mio Babbino Caro. A death. A will. A scheming family. A one-act comic opera sung in English. £12.50 Maltings Arts Theatre www.maltingsartstheatre.co.uk 0333 666 3366

NOW at Abbey Theatre Lord Arthur Savile’s Crime by Oscar Wilde 12th - 13th & 16th - 20th Sept 8pm 14th Sept 2.30pm Set in the 1920s, Lord Arthur is to wed the lovely Sybil, with whom he is deeply in love. All is well until he encounters Mr Septimus Podgers, renowned for his skill in reading palms. Arthur urges Podgers for a reading, but the prediction unsettles him and he decides to take action before it’s too late.

Behind the Blinds 27th Sept 8pm Weaving together lyrically witty and sophisticated songs that reveal what goes on behind the blinds of an ordinary-looking suburban street.

The Extras: Double Bill 30th Sept & 2nd Oct 8pm An amateur youth production by senior pupils from St Columba’s College and Loreto College. Two productions for the price of one: ‘The Real Inspector Hound’ by Tom Stoppard and excerpts from ‘Alarms and Excursions’ by Michael Frayn.

Tickets: St Columba’s on 01727 855185 from 8th September.

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WW1 100 Years Remembered An Inspection by Lord Kitchener

Field Marshall Kitchener came to St Albans on 29th September 1914 to review the assembled troops in Gorhambury Park. One soldier recalled that they were only informed of the inspection the day before and were kept busy until late preparing. The following morning the troops were lined up ready for inspection.

Hundreds of people came to watch the spectacle. From their vantage point close to Gorhambury House they could see in the distance blocks of men – battalions in solid squares on the hill opposite against a backdrop of trees showing their autumn colours. It was a hot sunny day, bayonets and rifle barrels shone in the sunshine. While the men’s khaki uniform set against the brown turf made it difficult to discern that the brown “squares” were actually comprised of soldiers.

Kitchener, mounted on horseback inspected the column of infantry which was reported to be over a mile long.

Then the artillery marched past and all the time the infantry men were standing to attention. After the march past Kitchener dismounted and departed by car through the cheering crowds. The soldiers then marched out as the bands played “It’s a Long Way to Tipperary” and “A Life on the Ocean Wave” One newspaper said it was a “stirring scene”, while another said “it would linger long in the memory of those who were there.”

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at the Cathedral Exhibition: St Albans Abbey Parish and the First World War 1st - 18th August This commemorative exhibition reflects on St Albans Abbey parish in 1914. Exploring the lives of those at the heart of the parish at the outbreak of war, the tragedies endured and the unique way in which the local community chose to remember those they had lost. Visitors are invited to share experiences of the First World War within their own families, and there will also be a space for reflection and prayer.

Admission is free.

For Remembrance 3rd August 3pm A reflective walk through the Cathedral examining the many memorials to the fallen including the Great West Window and the Memorial Chapel itself.

War & Peace 7th August A trail looking at how conflict and resolution are depicted in the Cathedral, from the battles fought by the saints through to the Battle of Hastings, the Wars of the Roses and wars fought in the twentieth century.

Summer Holiday Workshops 12th - 27th August 10.30am - 12.30pm & 1.30pm - 3.30pm Come and learn more about World War 1 in these specialist arts and crafts workshops. Each one will focus on one of the following themes and last for 2 hours. Suitable for ages 7 - 11. ► Puppet Work based on the film/theatre production of 'War Horse'. ► Watercolours based on Michael Foreman's novel 'War Games'. ► Exploring Trench Art using actual artefacts crafted by soldiers of the First World War. Places are limited so please book online 01727 890 290 or at the Cathedral Gift Shop.

St Albans Cathedral Sumpter Yard 01727 860780 www.stalbanscathedral.org

Soldiers at a camp in St Albans

Exhibition: Keeping the Home Fires Burning now until 16th November Museum of St Albans, Hatfield Road The exhibition focuses on how the First World War affected St Albans and how the local community and businesses adapted to life during the war. Find out how wartime conditions in St Albans compared to life in Germany with the help of contributions from the twin city of Worms.

Read soldiers’ letters to loved ones and find out about the contribution made by St Albans scouts to the war effort. Hear recordings of local people recounting how St Albans was taken over by 8,000 soldiers based at training camps in the City.

Objects on display include memorial windows from the Folly Chapel in Wheathampstead and an embroidered wall hanging made by This conference brings together speakers with expert soldiers receiving treatment at Napsbury war knowledge about the First World War. hospital. There is also a painting of the The event organised by SAHAAS will feature the local history Second Lieutenant Frederick John Eric society’s own research into the effects of the First World War Freeman from Harpenden painted by local on the lives and livelihoods of the people of St Albans in artist Frank O Salisbury, and the cigarette 1914/15. There will be presentations about Britain on the eve of case the soldier was carrying in his pocket war in 1914 and an opportunity to discover what life was like for when he was shot during the Battle of the the inhabitants of the German city of Worms, twinned with St Somme.

Albans since the 1950s, and learn about their perceptions of www.stalbansmuseums.org.uk the conflict based on the research of Dr Daniel Nagel, Assistant Lecturer at the University of Mannheim. Speakers include Dr John Bourne, Vice President of the Western Front Association and former Director of the Centre for First World War Studies Take Part in at Birmingham University; Dr Mark Freeman, St Albans resident and author of St Albans: A History.

Lights Out Dagnall Street Baptist Church, St Albans AL3 5EE 10.30am - 5pm, adult £18, full time students £12 01727 851734 admin@stalbanshistory.org www.stalbanshistory.org

Exhibition: Biggles and Chums Showing the drawings and watercolours of Captain WE Johns, the creator of Biggles and his contemporaries. Aeroplanes, historic actions, the new operational procedures of air warfare and portraits of the young men who flew will also be on display alongside medals, clothing, badges, Zeppelin fragments and other exhibits. The exhibition runs until 4th January 2015.

Royal Air Force Museum Hendon www.rafmuseum.org.uk

On 4th August the Royal British Legion invites you to take part in ‘Lights Out’, to remember those Commonwealth service men and women who lost their lives in the First World War. A UK-wide event, ‘Lights Out’ is an invitation to everyone to turn off their lights from 10pm 11pm, leaving on a single light or candle for a shared moment of reflection. It will be one of the largest mass participation events of its kind ever seen in the UK, and will complement a candlelit service held at Westminster Abbey the same day. Commemorative candles can be bought from Marks and Spencer.

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NOW at the Museums www.stalbansmuseums.org.uk

4th - 6th / 11th & 12th / 18th - 20th August 10.30am - 12.30pm Summer Holiday Activities Museum of St Albans Creative craft activities inspired by “The First World War”. Ages 6 - 11 years £6, please book 9th August 1pm - 5pm Soldiers’ Stories Family Event Museum of St Albans Step back in time 100 years and meet two Gunners from the Royal Artillery, home on leave with tales from the front to tell you.

Free (small charge for craft activity) * 9th & 10th August 2.30pm Legion XIIII on Guard Verulamium Museum Living history on life in the Legions. Free *

Crafty Capers Verulamium Museum 5th - 7th August 2pm - 4pm Roman mask making 12th - 14th August 2pm - 4pm Roman badge making.

19th - 21st August 2pm - 4pm Roman fridge magnet making, drop-in activity for £1.50 26th - 28th August 2pm - 4pm Moving gladiator picture.

Drop-in craft activities for ages 3 - 11 years.

All events £1 unless otherwise stated *All children must be accompanied by an adult Museum of St Albans 01727 819340 9a Hatfield Road, AL1 3RR Verulamium Museum 01727 751810 St Michael’s Street, AL3 4SW

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Orienteering can take place anywhere from remote forest and countryside to urban parks and school playgrounds. It's a great sport for runners, joggers and walkers who want to improve their navigation skills or for anyone who loves the outdoors. It’s the adventure sport for all!

Hertfordshire Orienteering Club competes at regional, national and international levels but also holds regular events for beginners.

Events are held on Saturday mornings and the autumn programme is outlined below: 6th September Ellenbrook Fields, Hatfield 4th October Verulamium Park, St Albans 1st November Stanborough Park, Welwyn Garden City 6th December Heartwood, Sandridge www.happyherts.org.uk

St Albans Beach Volley Ball Courts Come and try something new, book some time on the Beach Volley Ball Courts, free on Saturdays for ages 11 - 25 just call to book 01727 816 531. www.stalbans.gov.uk/beach-courts

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NOW at the Alban Arena Bellowhead 21st August 8pm £24 / £19 5-times winner of ‘Best Live Band’ at the Radio 2 Awards, Bellowhead have transported folk music into unknown territory, and spearheaded the new folk boom.

Michael Palin: Travelling to Work 8th September 7.30pm £29.50 A whistle stop tour of the globe. Highlights and lowlights, adventures and cock-ups, all illustrated with a selection of photos and footage. Palin will talk about the joy of writing and acting. Lots of memories and plenty of laughter.

The Dreamboys 12th September 8pm £22.50 This is one action packed night of music, muscle, magic and mayhem that will leave you breathless.

18+ Rhythm of the Dance 13th September 2pm & 7.30pm 14th September 7.30pm £23.50 / £21.50 The National Dance Company of Ireland, featuring The Young Irish Tenors. This live show celebrates both the rich history of Ireland and the art of Irish dance, featuring thirty dancers and a traditional live Irish band.

Jane McDonald 20th September 7.30pm £34.50 / £29.50 Jane presents an exciting and emotionally charged evening of music and laughter. Featuring many of her best loved songs and hits from her incredible career.

St Albans Beer and Cider Festival 24th - 27th September 11am - 11pm £3 / £4.50 (free for CAMRA members) With up to 300 real ales, plus ciders, perries and foreign beers, food and live music from Climax Blues Band, Billington & Quinn and Swan Vest Social Club.

Box office is closed 4th - 17th August. Bookings can still be made online during this period.

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24th September - 6th October St Albans has a long history of excellent pubs and restaurants and is host to a quality Farmers Market once a month. The Food and Drink Festival celebrates and showcases this, starting with the CAMRA Beer Festival and ending with the finale Food and Drink Festival Market in the city centre. Over the twelve days you will be able to sample the warmth and hospitality of St Albans with special offers and events laid on for the festival, including cooking demonstrations, wine tasting, cocktail master-classes and other exciting activities.

For more information please email foodanddrinkfestival@stalbans.gov.uk

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Help Fight Global Poverty TRAID loves the clothes you don't, and to prove it the environmental and global development charity is expanding its hugely popular free home collections service to include all of St Albans and Harpenden.

Simply book a collection online, by phone or email, and TRAID will come and collect. It's an easy way for communities to donate unwanted clothes direct from their door, directly to charity. Collections take place at convenient times when you are at home so donations are not left outside where they are vulnerable to theft and bad weather.

Nearly one million tonnes of textiles are sent to UK landfill and incineration every year, with 350,000 tonnes of these textiles estimated to be good enough to be worn again. With UK landfill at bursting point and textiles contributing disproportionately to greenhouse emissions, TRAID’s innovative work to reclaim and reuse unwanted clothes is more relevant than ever.

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Get on the Theatretrain to London’s West End! If you are looking for professional training in the performing arts and the chance to perform in London's West End, then look no further!

Theatretrain St Albans offers classes in dance, drama and singing for 6-18 year olds, with an emphasis on performance.

Working with leading West End professionals, students will develop skills across the performing arts, as well as making life long friends and building their confidence. Our classes are held on Saturdays at Townsend Church of England School, St Albans.

At over ÂŁ100 cheaper per term than our competitors, we offer excellent yet affordable classes that are designed to excite, engage and challenge all students.

Join now to perform at the London Palladium this December!

Performance is at the heart of Theatretrain St Albans, with regular performances in a variety of settings to give students as many fantastic experiences as possible. Recent performance venues include The Abbey Theatre in St Albans, the Royal Albert Hall and the O2 Arena!

We perform in large scale productions with Theatretrain students from all over the country as well as producing musicals such as Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, performed in St Albans in July 2014.

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This December, all Theatretrain St Albans students will perform at the London Palladium in an exciting West End production with Theatretrain centres from all over the country. This is a unique opportunity for students to experience the feeling of performing on a West End stage in a highly professional production working with top theatre professionals.

Energy, enthusiasm and commitment are our only entry requirements. Our unique, step-by-step curriculum enables all young people to build a thorough understanding of the performing arts; developing technique, confidence, imagination, teamwork and individual expression along the way.

We are delighted to have the support of several famous and talented patrons; Sir Derek Jacobi, Catherine Tate, Lucy Davis and Alfred Molina. If you think you have what it takes to follow in their footsteps or maybe you just want to build confidence and make new friends, why not come along and give us a go!

We welcome everyone to attend a free trial session.

For more information or to book your free trial please call Lucy and Josh 01923 869275 07958 442947 stalbans@theatretrain.co.uk

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Summer Fun For Everyone

Choose from an incredible selection of shows and book for performances from 1st -31st August If you need help with your booking, please call the Ticketmaster Kids Week hotline on 0844 248 5151.

Hatfield House Open Air Cinema Friday 29th August The Wolf of Wall Street (18) Doors 6.30pm, film 8pm, £13.50 Saturday, 30th August The Great Gatsby (12A) Doors 6.30pm, film 8pm Adult £13.50, child £9 This summer, The Luna Cinema will be transforming the stunning gardens of Hatfield House into an open air cinema.

There are two nights of classic films under the stars all set against the backdrop of one the country's finest stately homes.

Look out for exclusive Benefit experiences including complementary make-overs and goodie giveaways. There will be delicious hot food and a bar or feel free to bring a picnic. There's a strictly limited capacity, so make sure you book early to avoid missing out!

Bring low back chairs or picnic blankets to sit on. This outdoor event will take place whatever the weather. For details and to book visit www.thelunacinema.com www.hatfield–house.co.uk

Luton Hoo Open Air Cinema Watch some of your favourite iconic films in a setting like no other at Luton Hoo Hotel, Golf & Spa’s new open air cinema.

Set in the stunning surrounds of the South Lake on the 1,065 acre estate, you are invited to bring blankets and refreshments and enjoy a choice of films, a couple of which were shot on location at Luton Hoo. Gates Open: 7.30pm - Film Starts: 9pm 8th August - Slumdog Millionaire 9th August - Grease - **SOLD OUT** 10th August - Four Weddings and a Funeral Gates Open: 6.30pm - Film Starts: 8pm 5th September - Dirty Dancing 6th September - Dirty Dancing **SOLD OUT** 7th September - War Horse £12 per person www.lutonhoo.co.uk/summer-open-air-cinema

Knebworth Outdoor Theatre George’s Marvellous Medicine

by Roald Dahl adapted by David Wood 14th August 7pm Fun and frolics aplenty with the glorious new adaption of Roald Dahl’s much loved story on the Sunken Lawn in front of the House. Full of (literally) larger-than-life characters, plenty to join in with, and just a twist of malicious fun, it’s guaranteed to send you through the roof!

Suitable for all ages 5+ Adult £13, child £9 www.knebworthhouse.com

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Summer Spectacular now until 31st Aug A-maize-ing Maze, Goat Racing, Sports Day Races and a full day of fantastic family fun.

Willows Farm Potato Shindig 6th & 7th / 13th & 14th / 20th & 21st / 27th & 28th Sept 10 - 5.30pm Each weekend in September harvest your FREE bag of potatoes from Willows Potato Patch as well as enjoying a full day of Farm Village fun.

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10th August Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet 4pm - 6.30pm adult £15, child £10 28th August Pantaloons’ History of Britain 7pm - 9.30pm adult £12.50, child £10 31st August Alice in Wonderland 3pm - 5pm adult £12, child £10, family £40 All events take place whatever the weather in Elephant Dell, please bring low back chairs or picnic blankets to sit on.

Hatfield House, Hatfield AL9 5NQ www.hatfield-house.co.uk

9th Aug 11am - 3pm Join ’Living Rivers’ Officer Charlie Bell and try your hand at river dipping while taking a closer look at some of the smaller animals living in the River.

All equipment will be provided and experts on hand to tell you more about the river and help with identification of the animals. Children must be accompanied at all times.

Drop in and stay for as long as you like. Wellies recommended!

Meads Recreation Ground end of Meads Lane, Wheathampstead, AL4 8BZ

Maleficent’s Enchanted Forest Trail Now until 31st Aug 10am - 4pm You’ll be excited to know that Ashridge is the real location of the Enchanted Forest in Disney’s Maleficent! To celebrate this, you can now explore the bewitching woodland with a Maleficent-themed Enchanted Forest Trail. There’s something magical about Ashridge Estate, and that’s why Disney chose it as the location for scenes in their latest film, the untold story of the villain, from the 1959 classic Sleeping Beauty.

With a little help from computer wizardry and a generous helping of mischievous pixies and magical faery folk, Ashridge has been transformed into a bewitching landscape. Explore the Forest Trail with the help of magical characters and collect your Explorer reward.

Bring your wellies too! £1.

01442 851227 Ashridge Visitor Centre www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ashridge-estate

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Play in the Parks in August Mondays Bricket Wood, Woodbury Field 9.15 - 11.15am Cunningham Hill Open Space 2.45 - 4.45pm Tuesdays Toulmin Drive, Football Pitches 9.15 - 11.15am Wednesdays Marshalswick, Sherwood Ave 12 - 2pm Thursdays Clarence Park, the Bandstand 9.15 - 11.15am Longacres Open Space 2.45 - 4.45pm Fridays Greenwood Park, Chiswell Green 9.15 - 11.15am Sopwell, Marlborough Club 12 - 2pm Fleetville Recreation Ground 2.45 - 4.45pm For ages 3-12, FREE, no need to book, just turn up!

Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. www.stalbans.gov.uk

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£10, for ages 4 - 10 years 01582 721443 www.lhwh.org.uk

Indian Flying Kites Revolution Kites and more...

Children's Entertainment Just Puppets Scotty's Circus Clown Lions' Kite Making Competition 10.30 - 4.30pm Adult £2, child free Therfield Heath, Royston, SG8 5BG www.roystonkitefestival.com

All You Need is Talent!

This is your chance to join a talented team and become a member of the National Children's Orchestra, giving you access to once in a lifetime opportunities.

To apply for an audition, you must be aged between 7-13 on 31st December 2014. You don’t need to have taken any grade exams – all we’re looking for is talent. We aim to make joining the NCO as accessible as possible for everyone, irrespective of financial circumstances; therefore a bursary scheme is available.

This year’s auditions take place between 28th September and 31st October.

There is lots of information in our auditions booklet, including audition dates and venues and what to expect from your audition.

To download an application form please visit www.nco.org.uk

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Do you have a skill or interest you would like to share with primary school children?

We deliver a wide range of exciting after-school activities and need leaders who want to share their passion with children, anything from

Crosswords to Cupcakes, Sudoku to Science Experiments, Music to Maths.

Latin, Sports, Maths, English, Science and Media Skills are particularly welcome.

Short and long term opportunities available.

Further details and rates of pay are available on our website. www.spiral.herts.sch.uk admin@spiral.herts.sch.uk Mandeville Primary School, St Albans & Chaulden Junior School, Hemel Hempstead

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LolliBop Festival Hatfield House 15th - 17th August £20 UK’s biggest ever festival for kids, designed to delight mini festival goers, providing the best summers day out for under 10s and their families. As well as a programme of live acts and shows, the event is focused on interactive play, offering everything from live music, theatre, walkabout performance, sport, literacy, interactive demos, workshops, dance lessons, circus skills, cooking classes and more, plus some of the top names in kid’s entertainment. www.lollibopfestival.co.uk

Summer Reading Challenge Now until 6th September Young challengers are invited to navigate their way through the labyrinth on-line, meeting amazing creatures from myth and legend as they go. Visit the website for competitions, book recommendations, special badges and rewards. Oh, and it’s completely free!

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NOW in the Garden This summer take the time to sit back and enjoy all you have achieved in your garden. However, there is still much to be done to keep it in top form.

Watering In hot weather it is imperative plants are watered well as many will fail to recover from a drought.

Regularly water plants in hanging baskets, pots, newly established plants, early flowering shrubs such as Camellia and Rhodendron, and any climbers growing on a sunny wall. To prevent the sun evaporating the water before it reaches the plant roots it is best to water in the early morning or even better, late evening.

Deadheading and Pruning Continue deadheading all dying flowers on annuals, roses and shrubs to encourage the plants to re-flower and keep your garden looking tidy. To prevent the possibility of infection in roses, cut the stem with secateurs rather than just breaking off the dead flower.

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Pruning Lightly prune Lavender after flowering to prevent it from becoming leggy, take care not to cut too far into old wood. Prune Wisteria, Rambling Roses and shrubs such as Pyracantha once they have flowered. Now is the time to trim your hedges as they are unlikely to grow much more before the cold weather.

Preparation Now is the perfect time to plan your borders for next year. Make a note of any gaps or overcrowding so that you can rectify these issues later in the season. August is also a good time to start thinking about purchasing spring flowering bulbs as they will need to be planted by the end of September.

Lawns Lawns should be mowed lightly and often, leave grass clippings on the lawn as a mulch to retain moisture. Browning is very common in during hot summer weather but the grass will green again when the autumn rains arrives.

Happy Gardening!

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The Day I Met Rebecca We were recently given the opportunity to interview Rebecca Adlington OBE, at Westminster Lodge, managed by Everyone Active in partnership with St Albans District Council, as part of the St Albans Legacy Games Day. As Jane’s daughter, Mollie is very sporty, and had a Work Shadowing Day planned as part of her Year 7 curriculum, she jumped at the opportunity to meet a sporting hero, and do the interview on behalf of ‘the NOW magazines’. Mollie planned the questions herself, and so it’s lovely to hear the interview from her perspective.

The aim of the Legacy Games is to bring communities together and bridge the gap between facilities, schools and experts.

“Getting kids active is vitally important and the Legacy Games Day engages them in a fun way” said Rebecca. “I wanted to encourage the children to try something new and try their best. Without encouragement none of us get too far so I wanted to spur them on to do their best”. Rebecca's goal is for every child in the UK to swim 25m before leaving junior school.

The Legacy Games is a joint initiative between Everyone Active and Fit For Sport who have committed to engaging young people in physical activity, knowing those physically active when young, are 75% more likely to be active into adulthood.

Westminster Lodge is trying to make a difference by engaging children of all sporting abilities, to find activities they enjoy and hopefully a long term sporting interest comes from www.everyoneactive.com 38 that.

What made you want to become a swimmer: I have two older sisters and my parents wanted us to all to learn to swim and never be scared of water, so I got into it through the family.

With the 2012 Olympics being the host nations team, did it put any additional pressure on you: Yes definitely there was more pressure before the Olympics as everyone was coming up to you and wishing you good luck and during the Olympics everyone cheering and supporting you, even if you didn't get through to the final.

Who's your biggest sporting hero: Chris Hoy because he’s such a professional and has a great attitude and I have great respect for him.

What motivates you: I am the type of person that gives 100% to everything I do. My motivation is to do my very best and to leave no stone unturned.

In a dream team of your choice who would you do a relay with: Michael Phelps, Ian Thorpe and Kate Ledecky How many swimming medals do you have: 4 Olympic, 4 World, 4 Commonwealth and 3 European medals.

If you weren't a swimmer what would you do as a job: Sports Coach or Manager.

What has been your greatest achievement: Winning the two gold medals in Beijing and the 800m was special because I set the world record with my parents watching.

What made you want to be part of the Legacy Games: The motto for London 2012 Olympics was ‘Inspire a Generation’ and as it was all about inspiring people to start playing sport, as soon I was asked I said yes.

What advice can you give to young children wanting to be like you: Just enjoy what you're doing and don't think of it as a job, think of it as a hobby.

What did you have to do to become a Olympic athlete: A lot of hard work, training for long sessions starting at 5 in the morning.

As a fan of ‘I’m a Celebrity’, what was it like to be in the jungle: It was amazing, a unique, once in a lifetime opportunity. Bush Tucker Trials are real and they breed all the animals themselves so they are really safe to eat, the fires are real, you sleep outside, you boil your own water and all the bugs and snakes really do come into the camp!

I really enjoyed talking with Rebecca, she was very inspiring and seemed happy to just chat. Probably the thing that I found most inspirational was that she trained 6 days a week from 5am! I love sport and play loads of football and have just been signed for QPR under 14’s and so now realise this is the sort of dedication it takes to become the best!

Mollie Herrington, Year 7 Sandringham School

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Meet in Verulamium Park opposite the Westminster Lodge Leisure Centre 10am - 5pm ÂŁ50 per person.

Must be over 14 years August 1st, 3rd, 7th, 8th, 10th, 14th, 15th, 17th, 21st, 22nd, 24th, 28th, 29th & 31st September 4th, 5th, 7th, 11th, 12th, 14th, 18th, 19th, 21st, 26th & 28th www.electricbiketours.co.uk

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CITY & DISTRICT OF ST ALBANS TOUR GUIDES CELEBRATING

50 YEARS OF GUIDING

St Albans, the unheralded jewel of Hertfordshire, a 1000 year old city at the heart of English history!

Join the highly qualified guides on any walk and explore and hear about the fascinating yesteryears of the City.

Walks for August & September Meet at the Tourist Information Centre unless otherwise stated, please check the website before setting off. All tickets can be bought from the guide on the day, or in advance from the Tourist Information Centre or website.

A City Revealed 10th, 24th & 31st Aug & 14th & 28th Sept @ 11am All Change at St Albans meet at St Albans Station 3rd Aug @ 11am / 16th & 17th Aug & 21st Sept @ 2.30pm Aristocrats, Paupers & Philanthropists 31st Aug @ 2.30pm / 7th Sept @ 11am Crime & Punishment 9th & 30th Aug & 20th Sept @ 2.30pm Discover Harpenden meet at the War Memorial, Church Green 21st Sept @ 2.30pm Eat, Drink & Be Merry 25th Aug @ 2.30pm Inns of Redbourn meet on the Common by the Cricket Pavilion 10th Aug @ 2.30pm Rags & Riches meet outside Verulamium Museum 2nd & 23rd Aug & 13th Sept @ 2.30pm Short War Memorial Walk meet at the west door of the Abbey 6th, 9th, 13th, 16th, 20th & 23rd Aug @ 11.30am Street War Memorials 3rd Aug & 7th Sept @ 2.30pm There’s More to the Tudors than Henry VIII 17th Aug @ 11am / 10th & 24th Aug & 28th Sept @ 2.30pm Verulamium in a Nutshell meet at Verulamium Museum 6th & 27th Sept @ 2.30pm 20th Century Architecture in St Albans 20th July & 25th Aug & 21st Sept @ 11am / 14th Sept @ 2.30pm Tourist Information Centre 01727 864511 www.stalbanstourguides.co.uk

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13th & 14th September Heritage Open Days celebrate what makes local communities and neighbourhoods special. By stimulating curiosity and discovery, the event connects people with their local places and helps foster a sense of belonging and pride.

Each September for one weekend, St Albans opens its doors to allow you to visit many of the museums and attractions free, and to explore buildings normally closed to the public. It’s a once -a-year chance to discover our architectural treasures and enjoy a wide range of tours, events and activities that bring local history and culture to life. Here’s just a taster of what’s taking place.

St Albans South Signal Box Saturday & Sunday 10am - 5pm The largest preserved Midland Railway box, and one of the few on a mainline railway that's open to the public. Entrance is free, donations welcome. The trust is supported entirely by charitable donations.

Ridgmont Road, St Albans AL1 3AJ www.tlr.ltd.co.uk St Albans Cathedral Saturday & Sunday There are free events to suit the whole family, from exciting Tower Tours to fun Family Trails, on this special weekend. www.stalbanscathedral.org Marlborough Road Methodist Church Saturday 10am - 4pm Taking part for the first time, the church will be open with a church history exhibition, organ music, children’s activities and of course, tea and cake. All visitors are welcome. No doubt some of you might arrive by bicycle as participants in the Historic Churches Trust Bike ‘n Hike event on the same day! www.bedshertshct.org.uk/bikenhike Life in the Trenches, Museum of St Albans Saturday 11am - 4.30pm Meet a nurse, home on leave from the trenches and find out how she treats the wounded. You can also watch a re-enactment of trench warfare using model soldiers.

St Albans South Signal Box

Legion XIIII on Guard, Verulamium Museum Saturday & Sunday 2.30pm Living history on life in the Legions All children must be accompanied by an adult.

0844 335 1884 www.heritageopendays.org.uk

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Now - 8th Nov Sandridge 900+ various local events to celebrate 900+ years since the dedication of St Leonards Church www.sandridge900.com 1st - 18th St Albans Abbey Parish & the First World War see page 12 1st - 31st Kids Week see page 26 Exhibition Sopwell Memories Museum of St Albans, by Sopwell Residents Association www.sopwell.org.uk 3rd Royston Kite Festival see page 28 For Remembrance see page 12 Straw-Plaiting St Leonard's Church, Sandridge, try a craft once a big part of village life, 2-4pm 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th, 31st Family BBQ Evenings Stockwood Discovery Centre, free access to exhibits, gardens & play area, costs for BBQ apply, 4.30pm - 9pm 5th 'A Parish at War' Bernards Heath in WWI, St Saviour's Church, 8pm 5th - 7th The Victorians Mill Green Museum, Mill Green, Hatfield, 10am, 11.15am, 1.15pm & 2.30pm Tues: Create a Silhouette Portrait, Weds: Clay day, Thurs: Victorian Toys, age 4+, £3 7th War & Peace see page 12 Mad Hatter's Tea Party Frogmore Paper Mill, Hemel Hempstead, please book, £8 per family, 1-4pm www.thepapertrail.org.uk 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th Sci-Fi Workshops Stockwood Discovery Centre, 01582 548600, 10-12 noon, different craft activities each week, age 7-10 yrs, £7.50 9th River Dipping On The Lea see page 27 Soldier's Stories see page 14 Kevin Morgan - Theatre Organ Concert St Albans Organ Theatre, 320 Camp Road, 03003 65 65 65, 7.30pm, adult £10, child £5 9th & 10th Bekonscot Model Village 85th Anniversary Warwick Road, Beaconsfield, Bucks 10th Shakespeare's 'Romeo and Juliet' see page 27 Eid Festival Chiltern's Gateway Centre, Dunstable Downs, 12 - 6pm, nature trails, bouncy castle, craft, music & activities, free 12th - 27th Summer Holiday Workshops see page 12

13th & 27th Big Craft Days Aldenham Country Park, make woodland jewellery, hand print trees or creepy critters! 10-4pm, £4 14th George’s Marvellous Medicine see page 26 15th - 17th Scarecrow Festival see page 6 Lollibop Festival see page 32 16th The School for Husbands see page 10 Teddy Bear's Picnic Lydekker Park, Harpenden, children's entertainer, face painting, bouncy castle & more, 11am - 2pm, free 17th Bee & Honey Day Stockwood Discovery Centre, family fun day with a bee theme with the Bedfordshire Beekeepers Association, small charge for some activities, 11-4pm Sunday Afternoon Organ Concert St Albans Cathedral, Richard Hills, Concert & Theatre Organist, 3pm, free Lanwarne at Burstons see page 36 18th & 19th Summer Princess School Inn on the Park, Verulamium Park, St Albans, 10-1pm, 4 years & over, £30 www.wish-upon-a-party.com 21st Bellowhead see page 16 22nd Marty McDonald’s Farm Harpenden Public Halls, 01582 767525, for 3-7 yrs, 11.30am, adult £10, child £8 Hertfordshire Schools Symphony Orchestra see page 8 22nd - 25th Summer Fun Fair Harpenden Common 23rd Heartwood Forest Summer Festival see page 50 24th Harpenden Farmers Market 10 - 2pm 24th & 25th Classic Motor Show Knebworth House, 10am www.knebworth.com 25th Afternoon Tea St Margaret’s Church, Ridge, EN6 3LH, church tours, bric a brac, cake stalls, bell ringing, music, children’s games, lucky dip & more, 1pm 28th Pantaloon’ History of Britain Hatfield House, open air theatre see page 27 31st Alice in Wonderland Hatfield House, open air theatre see page 27

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6th Five Miles to Fabulous easy paced cycle for ladies, from Morrisons, Hatfield Road, 9.30am www.southhertsctc.org.uk Orienteering see page 40 Soroptimists’ Charity Bookstall near the Old Town Hall, St Albans Market, to mark International Literacy Day, in aid of the St Albans & Hertsmere Women’s refuge, 9.30am - 4pm John Mann - Theatre Organ Concert St Albans Organ Theatre, 320 Camp Road, 03003 65 65 65, 7.30pm, adult £10, child £5 6th - 28th Hertfordshire Open Studios see page 48 7th National Open Garden Spring Garden Lane, Berkhamsted, 2 - 5.30pm, adult £4, child free www.stfrancis.org.uk see page 10hn 8th Michael Palin - Travelling to Work see page 16 9th Talk: Blooming Marvellous Plants planting combinations, Roundwood Park School, Harpenden Gardening Society Meeting, 7.45pm, £3 www.harpendengardeningsociety.org Talk: ‘The Early Days of Woodcock Hill’ Sandridge Village Hall, WI meeting, booking required www.sandridge 900.com St Mary's Church Fete Kinsbourne Green, stalls, BBQ & children's activities, 2 - 4pm 12th - 14th Boudicca at Verulamium Roman Theatre of Verulamium, re-telling of the last days of Boudicca, as she faces her final test, not for under 14s, bring seats, blankets & refreshments. no disabled access, 7.30pm, £10 Herts Jazz Festival see page 8 13th The Grand Vintage Fair The Jubilee Centre, Catherine Street, St Albans, 01582 831481 10 - 4pm 13th & 14th Heritage Open Days see page 42 14th Chiltern’s 3 Peaks Challenge sponsored walk, 5, 9 or 18 mile routes, adult £17, child £10 www.renniegrove.org 17th Film: The Grand Budapest Hotel cert 15 Harpenden Public Halls, crazy comedy staring Ralph Fiennes and a host of famous names!

8pm, £5 www.harpendenfilmsociety.co.uk Lunchtime Organ Recital St Albans Cathedral, 12.30pm, free

20th SAHAAS First World War Home Front Conference 1914/15 see page 13 Brambleton Model Railway Club Open Day next to Highfield Oval, Ambrose Lane, Harpenden, 2pm - 5.30pm, adult £2, concs £1.50 21st Lanwarne at Burstons see page 36 24th Sept - 6th Oct St Albans & Harpenden Food & Drink Festival see page 16 25th & 26th Puccini’s Gianni Schicchi Opera see page 10 25th - 28th Hatfield House Chamber Music Festival see page 8 Flower Festival see page 4 26th Harpenden Mencap Quiz see page 20 27th Amadeus Chamber Orchestra see page 8 28th French Market Hatfield House, 10am - 4pm

October 4th Gloria Quorum Singers of St Albans 25th Anniversary Concert, Dagnall Street Baptist Church, 7pm www.quorumsingers.org.uk 18th Beethoven:Mass in C St Albans Cathedral, Hardynge Choir www.stalbanscathedral.org

Doggy Fun Day 7th September 2.30pm Free entrance to the park, small charge for Agility Course and Doggy Games Cream Tea Greenwood Park Tippendell Lane St Albans www.hearingdogs.org.uk

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Come and do ‘The Tour’

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Why not extend the summer holiday mood with a self-guided tour of some of Hertfordshire’s finest artists, craftmakers and artisans? Artists are opening their doors for the biggest county-wide art event in Hertfordshire - Herts Open Studios 2014. This annual autumn show, organised by Herts Visual Arts, runs for three weeks from the 6th - 28th September and entry to participating exhibitions is free.

What gets you going?

In the 17th and 18th centuries young ladies and gentlemen set off on a once-in-a-lifetime ‘Grand Tour’ through Europe to expand their cultural experience, following a traditional route.

These days we’re aware of our carbon footprint so supporting a local event is a better idea. For many art lovers Open Studios is an educational or cultural experience with the opportunity to meet artists, and at some venues, see the way they work. For others it can be anything from a great trip out to retail therapy.

Linda Warminger, Open Studios project manager, says “Herts Open Studios 2014 has 154 artists exhibiting in 94 unique exhibitions across

Hertfordshire.

There’s a mix of regular exhibitors and new artists and craftmakers, all showing their latest pieces, and keen for you to see what they’re doing.”

Here is a taster of what you can find in the St Albans area.

Gerry Wilmer creates wonderful celebrations of trees, sea and landscapes in the form of colourful paintings, limited edition giclee prints and cards.

Jonathan Higgins sculpts beautifully proportioned figures inspired by everyday situations, fashion and photography. His materials are marble resin and acrylic, used to create wonderful contemporary pieces.

Rachel Jeffrey is a jewellery designer-maker who creates tempting pieces in silver, gold, platinum and precious stones. Marshall Colman , one of the few British potters working in tin glazed earthenware, creates unique painted ceramic bowls and dishes in a range of abstract designs and colourways. Flea Cooke creates striking stitched textile collages with an inviting textural quality, involving piecing and layering, folding and stiffening cloth. Also on show are limited edition accessories.

Create your own route This is just a glimpse of what’s available; there are many more talented artists on show in the area.

All you need to create your own self-guided tour, or series of trips with friends or family is the Herts Open Studios brochure containing venues and opening times. Find this at main libraries, tourist information centres and local galleries or online.

Entry to participating exhibitions is free. If you like something you see spoil yourself or a friend and make a purchase - or commission a special piece direct from the maker. Enjoy ‘The Tour’!

For more details or to obtain a brochure visit www.hvaf.org.uk email openstudios@hvaf.org.uk or call 07813 100651

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Bicycle Repairs BC Cycles Cycletech Hertfordshire

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Blinds Colourblindz

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Builder Regency Basements Selfgen Cabinet Makers Sequoia Bespoke Camping Equipment Complete Outdoors Carpentry / Joinery Chris Smyth Charity Traid Children’s Art Classes FineArt4Kids!

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Chiropodists Julia Reading Kathy Witchard

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Cleaning Big Yellow Carpet Brite ChemDry Daily Poppins Domestico Domestique Murray’s Cleaning Services

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Counselling / Sex Therapy Michael Stock

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Dance & Drama Stagecoach Theatretrain

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Holiday Lets Thatches Holiday Village

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Oven Cleaning Ovenmaster

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Education Kumon Language For Fun Mandeville Primary School

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Painters & Decorators CB Decorators M & M Decorating

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Physiotherapists Neuro Physio Berkhamsted

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Domestic Appliance Repairs Leigh Hibon

Electricians Alban Electrical Services I & B Electrical MLC Electrical Sol Projects Ltd Fencing Verulam Fencing

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Football Holiday Camps St Albans City Youth FC

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Foot Care Golinska Foot Care

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Garden Centre Burston Garden Centre

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Gardening / Landscaping Garden Life Landscapes Garden Tidy Justin Leon Lanwarne Landscapes Supagrass

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Pond Maintenance Women With Waders

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Property Maintenance Nick The Handyman

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Removals TS Removals

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School St Columba’s College Abbot’s Hill School

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Shutters The Harpenden Shutter Company

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Soft Furnishings Sew Far Sew Good

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Glassware Repairs Chipped Glassware

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Health & Fitness The Fit Lab

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