Did you know about the Resuse Shops in Hertfordshire? These Reuse Shops sell quality household bargains that have been dropped off for reuse at our recycling centres.
The permanent Reuse Shops at Harpenden, Stevenage, Ware, Waterdale and Welwyn Garden City Recycling Centres saved 610 tonnes from the waste stream in 2023–24, whilst providing residents with unique, preloved, quality furniture, bikes, and other items.
Ware Recycling Centre The reuse shop at Ware recycling centre is the largest. It offers a wide variety of high quality items.
Opening hours… Saturday to Wednesday: 10am–5.45pm Thursday and Friday: closed
How to get here… Westmill Road, Ware, SG12 0ES
Get in contact… Call: 01992 555820 Email: WareReuseShop@hertfordshire.gov.uk
Why not go along to the Ware Reuse Shop and grab a quality household bargain? For more information, visit the Reuse page HERE. Follow Ware Reuse Shop on Facebook to find out what items are available!
This much-anticipated annual event – Madrigals at Amwell Pool – returns!
Images from previous years
WHEN: Friday 21st June, 9–10.30pm WHERE: Amwell Pool, Lower Road, Great Amwell
The Haileybury Chamber Choir and Choral Society will sing at this long-established event, by the banks of the river in the beautiful village of Great Amwell. The music and stunning setting makes the evening truly magical. This will be the 82nd Madrigals Concert!
All welcome. No tickets required.
There will be a collection in aid of Isabel Hospice.
Event: Heli-bration! Sky-High Family Fun Date: Sunday, 14 July 2024 Time: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM Venue: Hatfield House, AL9 5HX Entry: Register for free entry
Embark on Sky-High Family Fun! You’re invited to our epic Heli-bration event – where the thrill of flight meets unforgettable family moments.
Get ready to celebrate as we showcase the newest addition to the Essex & Herts Air Ambulance fleet, the awe inspiring AW169 helicopter!
Set against the stunning backdrop of Hatfield House, join us for an afternoon packed full of excitement. Meet the crew and see the new helicopter up close… even taking a peek inside!
With activities for all ages, there’s something for everyone to enjoy, plus don’t miss the opportunity to learn life-saving CPR techniques!
To secure your place simply register for tickets to this thrilling, free event. To register scan the QR code below or click the link HERE.
The next Equine Table Top Sale and Dog Show on 23rd June (11am to 1.30pm) will be held on Widford Playing Fields.
NOTE: There will be no event running in July!
Pitches £10 Horse boxes/trailer £15 PITCHES ON THE DAY £15 (bring your own table/blanket)
Entry £1 Dog Show Entry £2 per show per dog CASH ONLY
Dog Show Sponsored by Jimmy Riddles Toilet Hire, who is also kindly supplying us with a portaloo for the weekend.
All money we raise goes to Healthlands Animal Sanctuary who are dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation and rehoming of unwanted domestic pets. Every year they find secure, loving new homes for 300–400 animals, most of whom would otherwise have been destroyed in council pounds when their 7 days are up. Find out more about this charity HERE.
Contact Gail on 07747300095 for more information or to book a pitch.
There are a few upcoming events at St John the Baptist Church, Great Amwell…
Cream teas at the church On Sunday 23rd June, from 2.30 pm to 4.30 pm, cream teas will be served at St John the Baptist Church. This is to commemorate 100 years since Harold Abrahams, whose grave is in the churchyard, won a gold medal for winning the 100m at the Paris Olympics.
St John the Baptist Patronal Evensong Also on Sunday 23rd June, St John the Baptist Patronal Evensong will be held at 6.30 pm, followed by smoked salmon and Pimm’s.
South African braai (barbecue) On Sunday 11th August, at midday, we are holding a South African braai (barbecue) in the churchyard at St John the Baptist. All very welcome!
If you would like any more information, please do get in touch with The 3 Churches Benefice (admin@3churches.net) or contact the Churchwardens. See the website HERE for contact information.
Don’t forget there is a special event on Saturday 29th June at Stanstead Bury Farm…
St Albans Cathedral Music Trust is delighted to invite you to join one or more of the following sessions as we celebrate music in one of Hertfordshire’s hidden gems!
3.30–4.30pm: Organ Recital by Richard Pinel and performances by the Abbey Singers in St James’ Church, followed by refreshments.
4.45–6pm: A visit to the old manor house of Stanstead Bury and its Walled Garden.
6.30–8.15pm: A concert of Jazz and more performed by students from The Purcell School in the listed 17th century rustic hay barn, with drinks and canapes.
Tickets 3.30pm Organ recital £25* 4.45pm House Tour Free – limited tickets, please book tickets in advance. 6.30pm Jazz concert £35* Carers/Companions free
The June 2024 issue of The Three Villages Magazine is here and available to purchase for £1 across the three villages. Be sure to pick up your copy!
You can find it at a number of locations including: The Village Pharmacy, Stanstead Abbotts St John the Baptist Church, Great Amwell St Mary’s Church, St Margarets St Andrew’s Church, Stanstead Abbotts The Bridge Shop, Stanstead Abbotts
In this issue, along with all our regular features, you will find the latest in our Local Historic Faces & Places series; a charity focus on Essex & Herts Air Ambulance and we are thrilled to welcome a new Quizmaster, Terry Collins.
Since the last issue, we have also been working hard to expand our reach and find new ways to support local businesses. We have teamed up with Paul King, Managing Director of French & Jupps, who has kindly agreed to write a regular feature exploring the amazing businesses that call The Maltings home. In this issue, you will find a special double-page feature taking a look inside The Maltings!
We are also continuing our PRIZE DRAW offering the chance to win a FREE full-page, full-colour advert in a prime slot within the next print issue!
If you are struggling to get a hold of a copy, please do get in touch. Thank you for your continued support, The Three Villages Team
The Bishop of St Albans will be opening his garden (at Abbey Gate House, Abbey Mill Lane, St Albans AL3 4HS) every Sunday between Sunday 9 June and Sunday 11 August for people to come and look at the beautiful gardens and the summer display. Those who saw the snowdrops will have seen the potential that the garden had for the summer and will be delighted at the change a different season brings.
The two acres of garden is an oasis in central St Albans and visitors frequently comment on the fact that they did not know the garden was here or how extensive it is.
Entrance is £5 per person (children free) and dogs on leads are welcome. There will also be plants for sale on some weekends.
Please wear footwear suitable for the time of year.
All money raised is donated to the Beds and Herts Historic Churches Trust.
Celebrating and supporting charities and volunteers atThe Hertfordshire Volunteer Fair and Big Help Out Event
The Hertfordshire Volunteer Fair and Big Help Out Event organised by GoVolHerts returns to Hitchin Market Place, SG5 1DY, on Friday 7 June, from 10am until 4pm. Come along and show your support for local charities and not-for-profit organisations. Discover how YOU can make a difference to your community.
Each year, The Big Help Out runs a national campaign that champions volunteers and highlights their positive impact. This event on 7 June, which occurs in the same week Volunteers’ Week celebrates its’ 40th Anniversary, is set to continue the buzz about volunteering and support local charities to find more volunteers. Around 30 stalls are set to take over the Square in Hitchin Market Place, SG5 1DY – and everyone is invited to come along!
Many people help out a neighbour or do the odd errand, some offer their skills and time to a local school PTA or scout group, but they may not think they are “volunteering”. Volunteering comes in many forms, and many of us do it, perhaps without realising it. Volunteers dedicate their time to supporting charities for different reasons, maybe because it makes them feel good, or they get to meet new friends and have a sense of purpose, others may volunteer to gain experience which may lead to career prospects. Whatever form it takes, volunteering makes a huge difference to volunteers, charities, and those who rely on these organisations.
Tatiana Campos, Volunteering Development Lead at GoVolHerts said: “We’re excited to host this event in the historic centre of Hitchin; it is a great opportunity for people to meet the extraordinary teams behind our local charities and understand why volunteers are so vital to the work they do. We’re expecting a visit from The Deputy Lieutenant of Hertfordshire, the Hertfordshire Director of Libraries, and Herts Fire and Rescue Service, along with representatives from Hertfordshire County Council. We hope this event will encourage more people to try something new, discover the benefits of volunteering, and learn how they can make a huge difference to their community. We’d encourage anyone curious about volunteering to come along and show your support, there are some fantastic charities keen to talk to people. Lastly, we would like to thank Visit Hitchin for their support in facilitating this event.”
Some of the local charities which will be attending include: Hertfordshire Gardens Trust, Hertfordshire Mind Network, Hitchin Pantry, Letchworth Arts and Leisure Group, RNLI, Sue Ryder, The Red Shed, Garden House Hospice Care, Blind Veterans UK and many more! Go to www.govolherts.org.uk/the-big-help-out for more information or email the team info@govolherts.org.uk.
GoVolHerts is a free one-stop hub for volunteering in Hertfordshire which supports people in finding their ideal volunteering opportunity by connecting them with 580 volunteering opportunities with over 360 charities via their website www.govolherts.org.uk. It is a project funded by Hertfordshire County Council and operated by North Herts and Stevenage Community Voluntary Service. This event has been made possible by the support of Visit Hitchin.
In case you didn’t know, we are offering the chance to win a FREE full-colour, full-page prime advertising spot within the next print issue to everyone who advertises with The Three Villages.
We are pleased to announce the winner that will appear in the June issue of The Three Villages Magazine is…
DJ Garage Services Ltd is a brilliant, family-run business with over 50 years experience in the car servicing industry, based in Stanstead Abbotts. Check out their website HERE.
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