What's On Buntingford

The Opus 17 Swing Band with resident vocalist, Kimberley Devonshire, invite you to a free lunch time concert on May Day, Monday 7th May at 2.15pm Visiting The Royston May Fayre, why not check us out? Relax with a drink and listen to the eclectic mix of music on offer at this event.

Fabulous fair nestled in the picturesque South Cambridgeshire village a short drive from Duxford and Saffron Walden with easy access to the M11. Over 20 stalls packed full of antiques, collectables and vintage items, we aim to have something for everyone.

A country house garden with a wildlife walk and formal surprises. You are invited to meander through changing spaces creating a palimpsest of nature and structure.

The Spring Fayre is held in aid of St. Clare Hospice, Hastingwood. Items for sale include toys, books, CDs/DVDs, jewellery, bric-a-brac, kitchenware, linen, homemade cakes, plants and a selection of ’new and good quality’ clothing and bags.

Anne Swithinbank, well known gardener and broadcaster, is speaking on “My Devon Garden” at The Knights Templar School.

Places available on our next upcoming half day course here in Baldock 1pm-5pm Ideal for those who have a responsibility for Safeguarding and protecting in environments such as the NHS, education, healthcare, social services and those who work in voluntary or unpaid positions.

A charity concert in aid of Dr Ruth Hulser and the Familia Moja Project in Tanzania, featuring the Buccinate Brass Ensemble and guests "Let’s Sing" from the Stevenage Music Centre.

Come to the Stapleford Flower Festival on the spring bank holiday Sunday 6th and 7th May from 12.00 noon until 4.30 p.m! This year we are celebrating as our flower festival has been running for 50 years!

Ashwell at Home offers entertainment for all the family with open gardens, free children’s workshops, live music and a wide range of street and indoor entertainment, cow milking, music, walks and talks, funfair, lunches and teas and much, much more.

A care home in Ware is inviting local people to visit the home to join in its celebrations for Care Home Open Day. On Saturday 21st April, from 2pm-5pm, the team at Snowdrop House on Baldock Street will be opening the doors to the care home for a free family-friendly event.

Local artist leads a hands-on craft activity inspired by the artworks on display in the Broadway Gallery. This month’s fun theme is Model Village! Family Arts Studio is a free drop-in activity from 10am-1pm on the second Sunday of each month.

PLEASE BE OUR GUESTS AT THE GRAND OPENING OF LONGCROFT LUXURY CAT HOTEL LETCHWORTH! Join Vicky and The Longcroft Team for Prosecco, cupcakes and a tour of the new luxury cat hotel on Sunday 29th April from 2-4pm.

The award winning pop-up market where parents can buy and sell quality second hand baby and children’s goods.

Tulips and Spring exuberance balanced by strong design throughout the garden. Meander through to the large mirror reflecting bulbs, acers, pots and topiary. Roses climbing 5 pillars, magnolias, wallflowers, clematis with a montana assailing an old pear tree.

Water Lane Theatre Company presents Hi-de-Hi Join the fun at Maplin’s Holiday Camp in Crimpton-on-Sea.

A care home in Stansted is inviting local people to visit the home to join in its celebrations for Care Home Open Day. On Saturday 21st April, from 10.30am-4.30pm, the Care UK team at Mountfitchet House on Coltsfield will be opening the doors to the care home for a free family-friendly event.

CHEEKI MONKEYS BIG BABY SALE AND FUN FAMILY DAY OUT Cheeki Monkeys BIG Baby & Children’s Markets are community events for the whole family, where Mum’s & Dads can buy or sell quality, gently used babies’ and children’s toys, clothes and equipment.

Melbourn Amateur Dramatics Society are proud to present a cruise ship variety shown in aid of MindEd Trust a local based charity working to provide mental health support to young people.

We’ll Meet Again: The Life and Music of Dame Vera Lynn Thurs 17 May 2018, 1pm A Lunchtime Talk with Tricia Thompson Tickets £15 Born on 20 March 1917 Vera Lynn began her performing career at the age of 7.

Programme includes:- Wolf: Italian Serenade Respighi: String Quartet “Dorico" Bartók: String Quartet No 1 in A minor Admission price includes programme Free parking on site Licensed bar

Open week at the Arthur Findlay College is idea for anyone interested in Mediumship and Psychic Studies.

A quiz aiming to raise money for the charity and giving team members an enjoyable experience. A mixture of verbal and picture rounds, marathon round. "Heads or Tails" to finish.

Sunday 22nd April 11am Why not take a leisurely stroll to work up an appetite on a Sunday morning? All walks begin at 11am prompt at the museum. Booking is essential. £2 per person payable in advance. Join local historian Philip Sheail to discover the hidden history of Hertford’s historic town centre.

28th April – 30th June 2018. Free Entry. Tuesday – Saturday 10 am – 5 pm Come and find out about the history of Hornsmill and the characters who lived there in this new exhibition at Hertford Museum.

Go behind the scenes at Hertford Museum stores. Discover how we store and care for our vast and varied collection. Visit the Roman corn drying oven and learn more about the fascinating Foxholes Farm excavation.

9 acres incl wood; species roses, herbaceous border, water garden, conservatory, woodland walks. Lovely view over Lea Valley.

Visit 25 pop-up art exhibition venues around Hertford. Artwork ranges from sculptures to textile, oil to watercolour. Trail maps available at the Town & Tourist Information Centre and most art is available for purchase.

Artists and performers will come together to showcase a wide range of local talent. From live painting to live music, workshops to dance offs, Hertford will be alive with creativity.

The annual Hertford Arts Festival will run from 6th April – Sunday 6th May to showcase and promote the local arts. This event will coinside with the Hertford Arts Society Exhibition, Hertford Theatre week, and Courtyard Arts Society Exhibition.

To mark the end of the Hertford Arts Festival, Hertford Castle will open its doors to the public for the first time this year. Visitors are welcome to explore the Castle Gatehouse and grounds free of charge.

Do you have an interest in local history or are you part of a local history group looking to further your research? Join our County Archivist to explore how to organise a historical collection.

Join HAlS for this talk from retired detective and crime historian Paul Stickler on an astounding murder case from Hitchin in 1919. Get a glimpse of how serious cases were handled by the local police and why Scotland Yard had to be brought to Hitchin to continue the investigation. Was the culprit ever caught?

Discover more about the wealth of information in historic maps with our Senior Librarian. Find out about some of the beautiful maps held in the Hertfordshire Archives and Local Studies collection.

RSPCA Hertfordshire East Branch are holding another of its popular second-hand book events at its charity shop in Hitchin. Thousands of quality books will be on offer representing all genres, fiction, non-fiction and lots of children’ s to suit all ages. We will also have plenty of DVDs and CDs.

Join HCC’s first Charity Sale and grab some amazing bargains whilst helping raise money for the amazing Mission Moldova project.

6.15pm. A Fun Zumba Class for all ages and abilities, burn 1200 calories if you want to. Lots of Laughing and Smiling. Easy to follow routines, great for beginners, any age or ability welcome, lights are turned down, Music on, Disco lights on, great fun workout. Exercise without realising you are exercising.

2½ acres of choice plants in a series of enclosed gardens. Tulips and Judas trees. Opened for the NGS for more than 40yrs. The garden is featured in great detail in a book published 2013 ’The Gardens of England’ edited by George Plumptre.

Everybody sing! If you’ve got a voice, you can make music and in this song-packed afternoon for the whole family, the aim is to help you let it all pour out. Workshop leader Jessie Maryon Davies has worked with singers from the Royal Opera House to Goldfrapp.

Spectacular formal woodland garden, Grade 1 listed, laid out 1720. Long rides lined with clipped beech hedges lead to temples, statues, lake and a terraced theatre. Seasonal displays of snowdrops, daffodils, cowslips, irises, magnolias, rhododendrons, lilies. Wild flowers are encouraged.

All welcome to enjoy our Community Garden, run by volunteers & worked on organic gardening principles. Have a cuppa & fresh bake. Chat, play or wander round the garden. Stay on to help with jobs (for all ages & abilities) from 15 mins to 2 hrs or drop in anytime till about 4pm.

Upstairs in Saffron Walden Town Hall. Market Day. FREE ENTRY. 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Crafts, collectables, Fossils, etc., etc., "You never know what you might find".

All the fun of the fair

Three renowned global adventurers will be coming to Welwyn Garden City to share their stories of extraordinary exploration on Tuesday 1st May. Have you ever wondered what it’s like to row across the Atlantic? Do you want to hear from a seasoned mountaineer and extreme triathlete?

Made in Dagenham - the true story that earned women equal pay is being performed by the Welwyn Thalians at the Campus West (Hawthorne Theatre) in Welwyn Garden City from Wednesday 9th May to Saturday 12th May.

Made in Dagenham is a modern musical show depicting the events that happened at Ford motor company in later 1960 that started the movement towards equal pay for women. This is a very fun show, comic in places and deadly serious in others. It’s a show that will leave you with great sense of well being.

The fuchsia society has a talk on Mr. Laurel and Mr. Hardy given by Steve Dimmer. This should be an enjoyable, jolly evening. We are now sorry to inform you that this talk has had to be CANCELLED due to Steve Dimmer’s hospital appointment.

On Sunday 13th May 2018, Harlow Race for Life will bring thousands of women together to support Cancer Research UK’s life-saving research. Just by signing up you’ll make a difference and whether you raise £10 or £200, every penny matters. Race for Life 5k is great for all ages.

A guided tour – Art and the New Town With an expert guide, you will visit: • The Gibberd Gallery to see Sir Frederick Gibberd’s important 20th Century watercolour collection, including Piper, Bawden and Nash • Harlow’s sculpture including Moore and Rodin • The former home of Sir Frederick and Lady Gibberd • The