WHAT: St John’s Quiz Night WHEN: 7pm (for a prompt 7.30pm start) on Friday 16th October WHERE: Great Amwell Parish Hall, Great Amwell, Ware SG12 9SG
St John’s Quiz Night will be held on at 7pm (for a prompt 7.30pm start) on Friday 16th October at Great Amwell Parish Hall. Fundraising for St Johns Baptist Church damp course on the left of the stained-glass window.
£20 per ticket includes dinner.
Teams of up to 8.
Bring your own glass, drinks, cuttlery and nibbles.
Dinner: Choose from fish and chips or chicken and chips (vegetarian option available). Please state your choice when booking.
For more information or to book your tickets, please contact Bryan (bjbrace122@gmail.com).
With the colder weather arriving, Equine Table Top Sale & Dog Show has moved back indoors! Come along on Sunday 27th Sept 2026, 11 till 1pm, to Albury Village Hall (SG11 2JD) and help raise funds for Deer and Wildlife in Danger.
TABLE TOP SALE Browse a variety of equine-related items and other small business-holder stalls, meet fellow enthusiasts, and pick up some great finds in a warm, indoor setting.
Entry for buyers £1
Tables for sellers £10. Limited tables available booking is essential! 07747300095 to book
DOG SHOW The dog show is a bit of fun for all, with rosettes 1st to 5th place. Dog show is sponsored by Keiths Canine Services. Dog show will be held outside on the concrete unless the weather isn’t great and dogs are welcome in the hall. Entries will be taken on the day (£2 a class).
CLASSES 11.15am Waggiest tail 11.30am Prettiest lady 11.45 Gorgeous fella 12.00 Best rescue 12.15 Best trick 12.30 Best Junior handler 12.45 Judges favourite
Why not head down to Albury Village Hall this Sunday, have some fun and help a fantastic charity!
Local charities Future Living Hertford and CHIPS are inviting local people to put on their walking shoes and take part in the Great Big Walk for Herts on Saturday 26 September at Hartham Common, Hertford.
There is a route for everyone, with a half-marathon and 10km guided walk beginning at 10am, followed by a family-friendly 5km walk at 2pm. Tickets cost £15 for the half-marathon, £10 for the 10km walk or £10 per family for the 5km route.
The event forms part of the Helping Herts campaign and will raise vital funds for two local charities. Future Living Hertford supports adults and children affected by domestic abuse, helping them recover, rebuild their lives and move forward with confidence. CHIPS provides specialist powered wheelchairs for children and young people.
Emma Fleming, CEO of Future Living Hertford, said: “The Great Big Walk is a lovely opportunity to get outdoors, spend time with friends or family and support two local charities. Whether you choose the half-marathon, 10km or family walk, every step will help us continue supporting people in our community. We would love to see individuals, families, walking groups and workplace teams joining us on the day.”
Participants can also choose to fundraise, and donations made through the Helping Herts campaign will be match funded – doubling their impact for the charities.
Widford Summer Event and Dog Show Sunday 23 August, 10am–1pm Widford Playing Field, SG12 8SH Entry: £1 adults, 50p children Cash and card accepted
Get ready for a fun-filled morning for all the family at the Widford Summer Event and Dog Show on Sunday 23 August!
The event takes place at Widford Playing Field, SG12 8SH, from 10am to 1pm. Entry is just £1 for adults and 50p for children, with both cash and card accepted on the day. Bring a chair, spread the word and come along to enjoy the morning.
There will be plenty to see, do and eat, with food and refreshments including burgers, bacon rolls, hot dogs, homemade cakes, sausage rolls, hot and cold drinks, Pimm’s, Prosecco, beer and ice cream. There will also be a tombola, toy stall, sweets, chocolate, honey and a wide selection of stalls offering everything from 3D toys and resin designs to gifts, jewellery, crystals and natural dog treats.
There’s lots to keep younger visitors entertained too, with bouncy castles and inflatables, a coconut shy, octopus ride, basketball game, candy floss and activities for younger children. Sammies Animal Experiences will be offering donkey rides and pet grooming, while The Glitter Squad will have glitter, hair extensions and face gems.
And, of course, there will be plenty for our four-legged visitors. Lee Valley Dog Training School will be running a dog agility activity, giving dogs the chance to have a go, and Henry’s Hut Dog Grooming will be offering dog trims and nail clipping.
The Dog Show, kindly sponsored by Heath’s Personal Dog Training, is all about having fun, with classes and prizes for the participating dogs. It’s a great opportunity to bring your pooch along and enjoy the day together.
The event is raising money for Cats at ALFS and Widford Playing Field. Signs have been sponsored by Universal Signs and Powells Funeral Directors, and toilet hire has been sponsored by Luxury Toilet Hire UK Ltd.
With food, stalls, activities, animals and the dog show, there’s plenty to enjoy at Widford Playing Field this August. Come along and enjoy a community morning out while supporting two fantastic local causes.
Looking for something a little different this summer? Why not step inside St Mary’s Church, St Margarets and discover a gallery of miniature masterpieces?
A Celebration in Miniature promises to be a delightful exhibition showcasing unique artworks inspired by Stanstead Abbotts & St Margarets. Created by local artists, each piece may be small in size, but together they capture the character, beauty and stories of our villages.
Visitors are invited to browse the exhibition in the wonderful setting of St Mary’s Church and take part in a silent auction, with the opportunity to bid on favourite pieces and perhaps take home a unique work of art. If something catches your eye, simply register at the welcome desk to receive a bidder number and then place your bid on the sheet next to the artwork. You can bid on as many pieces as you like, and at the close of the auction, the highest bidder takes home the artwork.
There is an extra way to get involved too. Visitors will be invited to vote for their favourite exhibit, with the winning artist receiving the People’s Choice Award. So, while you’re admiring the collection, don’t forget to cast your vote and help crown the public’s favourite miniature masterpiece.
The event begins with a Preview Evening on Friday 31 July from 7.00pm to 9.00pm, where guests can enjoy cheese and wine while being among the first to view the collection.
The exhibition then continues on:
Saturday 1 August, 2.00pm – 5.00pm
Sunday 2 August, 2.00pm – 5.00pm
The exhibition is a wonderful opportunity to spend some time in St Mary’s, admire the talents of local artists and have your say by voting for the People’s Choice Award. There may even be a piece of art that captures your heart and finds a new home on your wall.
After all, sometimes the smallest works of art leave the biggest impression!
Don’t forget! If you’re interested in entering an artwork, get in touch for your entry form asap! Deadline for entry forms is Monday 27th July.
Looking for a fun family morning out this July? The popular Equine Bootsale and Dog Show is returning to Widford Playing Field on Sunday 26 July, with plenty to enjoy for animal lovers, families and bargain hunters alike.
Taking place from 11.00am to 1.00pm, the event combines an equine bootsale with a relaxed and friendly dog show, alongside a variety of stalls and activities. General entry is just £1, with all proceeds supporting HEART (Heart Animal Rescue Team).
Founded by Hannah Bolton, HEART provides rescue and rehabilitation for animals and wildlife, helping those in need across the local area. Find out more about this amazing charity on their website: heartrescue.co.uk.
The fun dog show is open to all, with entries taken on the day for £2 per class. Rosettes will be awarded for first to fifth place, and classes include Waggiest Tail, Pretty Lady, Gorgeous Fella, Best Rescue, Best Trick, Best Junior Handler (under 16s) and the Judge’s Favourite. The dog show will take place beneath the tree line, providing welcome shade for competitors and spectators alike.
There will also be plenty to see and do throughout the morning, including Shetland grooming, donkey rides, a children’s stall, sweet treats, natural dog treats, resin crafts and a range of small local businesses selling horse-related and general goods.
Event Details
📅 Sunday 26 July 🕚 11.00am – 1.00pm 📍 Widford Playing Field, SG12 8SH 💷 General entry: £1 | Dog Show: £2 per class
Come along, enjoy the day and help raise money for a fantastic local animal rescue charity.
Three local fundraisers are preparing to take on an impressive challenge in support of Coffee and Coping Hertfordshire.
Following their successful 26-mile charity walk last year, Jim, Lee and Paul are going even further in 2026 by walking 32 miles from Tower Bridge in London to Hertford. Their challenge, From Our Capital to Our Community, aims to raise funds for Coffee and Coping, a local charity that provides support for people affected by addiction, their families, and those experiencing loneliness, while also helping to build a sense of community through regular drop-ins and events.
The charity offers a welcoming, non-judgemental space where people can find friendship, encouragement and support. Through its community sessions, Coffee and Coping helps people facing addiction, isolation and other life challenges to connect with others and know they are not alone.
Every donation, whatever the amount, will help Coffee and Coping continue providing opportunities for people to connect and receive support when they need it most.
If you would like to support Jim, Lee and Paul in their fundraising challenge, donations can be made via their JustGiving page HERE.
We wish Jim, Lee and Paul every success with their 32-mile walk and thank everyone who is able to support this worthwhile local cause.
Tiny artworks will be taking centre stage this summer as St Mary’s Church, St Margarets hosts its Summer Art Exhibition: A Celebration in Miniature.
This unique community event will showcase a collection of miniature artworks inspired by the theme ‘Stanstead Abbotts & St Margarets’, all created by local artists. Visitors will also have the opportunity to take home a favourite piece by placing bids in a silent auction, with all proceeds supporting the work and ministry of St Mary’s Church, St Margarets.
The exhibition begins with a Preview Evening on Friday 31 July from 7.00pm to 9.00pm, where guests can enjoy cheese and wine while being among the first to view the artwork. The exhibition then continues on Saturday 1 August and Sunday 2 August, from 2.00pm to 5.00pm, with refreshments available.
The organisers are also inviting artists of all ages and abilities to get involved. Whether you paint, draw, stitch, print, photograph or create in another medium, this is a wonderful opportunity to share your creativity with the community. The challenge is simple: create a piece of artwork on a canvas A6 size or smaller, inspired by our beautiful local area of Stanstead Abbotts & St Margarets.
This promises to be a delightful celebration of local creativity in the beautiful setting of St Mary’s Church. Whether you’re submitting a piece of art, placing a bid, or simply coming along to admire the miniature masterpieces, everyone is warmly invited.
Artist submission deadline: 27 July 2026. Entry fee: £5 per artwork.
For more information or to request an artist entry form, please contact admin@3churches.net.
Bishop Andrew has graciously agreed to the Bishop’s Garden being open to the public for four Sundays in the summer.
The garden will be open from 2 to 4pm on the following Sundays in June and July:
Sunday 28 June Sunday 5 July Sunday 12 July Sunday 19 July
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.
All money raised is donated to the Beds and Herts Historic Churches Trust.
The Bishop of St Albans Garden
Abbey Gate House, Abbey Mill Lane, St Albans AL3 4HD
You are warmly invited to an interactive evening of intrigue, laughter and suspense at our Scout HQ as we host a very special event.
Murder at the Golden Woggle
A big local Scouting award night is about to begin, tensions are running high, and then everything takes a dramatic turn. You will help solve the case by listening for clues, asking questions from your table, and making your best accusation later in the evening.
What follows is a brilliantly entertaining, interactive murder mystery where everyone becomes part of the investigation. Expect twists, rivalries, secrets and plenty of opportunity to test your detective skills as the story unfolds around you.
This fantastic production is being brought to you by Hunsdon’s Quintessence Drama Group in support of fundraising for Bex’s World Scout Jamboree, and we are delighted to be hosting it here in Stanstead Abbotts.
Event details
Date: Saturday 11 July 2026
Doors open: 7.00 pm
Start: 7.30 pm
Finish: 9.30 pm
Location: Stanstead Abbotts Scout HQ, Marsh Lane, Stanstead Abbotts, SG12 8QT (please do not park on Marsh Lane, use the village car park or other parking in the area)
Recommended age: Cubs (8.5yr) and above.
Tables and teams To make the table detective work fun, we suggest booking in groups of around 3 to 7 people, we can fit up to 7 on a table. Smaller groups are welcome, and we will help combine tables on the night if needed. If you are booking as a group please let us know. We will do our best to arrange groups together but cannot guarantee this due to the setup.
It is a relaxed, social evening so please:
Bring your own drinks
Visit the cake stall and take part in the raffle
The organisers will provide some small table nibbles to keep your brain active
Tickets There are only 70 tickets available, so we strongly recommend booking early to avoid disappointment.
Tickets are £10 each (+80p booking fee) only available online. Book tickets HERE.
This promises to be a memorable night for the whole Scout community, full of fun, mystery and a great cause.
