What's On and Things To Do Around Kimpton

The 44th annual Ayot St Lawrence Art Show will take place from Saturday 9th to Monday 11th June, with an exclusive preview evening on Friday 8th, in the beautiful Ayot St Lawrence Grade I listed, Greek-style, Palladian Church.

Slum landlords,making their fortunes by exploiting their impoverished tenants, are Shaw’s targets for this chillingly contemporary play. You’re going to laugh and squirm at the same time.... Shaw said of this play that "nobody will find it a beautiful or lovable work.....the author ..

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.

C16 (Grade 1 listed) Manor House (not open) set in 15 acres of formal gardens, parkland and woodland, front garden set in framework of formal yew hedges. Victorian walled garden with extensive box hedging and box maze, cutting garden, kitchen garden and lily pond. Courtyard garden with extensive yew and box borders.

C16 (Grade 1 listed) Manor House (not open) set in 15 acres of formal gardens, parkland and woodland, front garden set in framework of formal yew hedges. Victorian walled garden with extensive box hedging and box maze, cutting garden, kitchen garden and lily pond. Courtyard garden with extensive yew and box borders.

Walled garden adjoins the grounds of The Hyde (not open). Extends to approx 1 acre and features rose garden, seasonal beds and herbaceous borders, imaginatively interspersed with hidden areas of formal lawn.

An idyllic and atmospheric setting. A riverside retreat of over an acre in rural position adjacent to a ford. The River Lea widens and forms the boundary to this wildlife haven which could be a setting for ’Wind in the Willows’. Sally’s cottage garden reflects her unique eclectic style.

An idyllic and atmospheric setting. A riverside retreat of over an acre in rural position adjacent to a ford. The River Lea widens and forms the boundary to this wildlife haven which could be a setting for ’Wind in the Willows’. Sally’s cottage garden reflects her unique eclectic style.

A range of traditional and modern craft and fayre stalls including tombola, art and craft, home-made goods, cakes, jams, plants and much more!

Mon 2 April - Clay Play: Roman coins Create your own hoard of Roman coins out of clay. Mon 9 April - Roman Honey Cakes Have a taste of Roman food by making your own honey cakes*.

This outdoor event will be held beside the stately Knebworth House. It’s the place to be for designers, props buyers, home renovators and anyone looking for a great selection of stock brought in from the UK and beyond.

An unexpected garden created by plantaholics and packed with unusual plants and inspiring combinations. Foliage in a wide range of colours and textures forms the backdrop to ever-changing flowers. Several seating areas offer different perspectives on the design and planting composition.

An unexpected garden created by plantaholics and packed with unusual plants and inspiring combinations. Foliage in a wide range of colours and textures forms the backdrop to ever-changing flowers. Several seating areas offer different perspectives on the design and planting composition.

HUE is a group of twelve textile artists, formed in 2008. Members are all experienced, have exhibited widely and come together as HUE to share and exchange ideas and develop as artists. Techniques used include hand and machine embroidery, quilting and weaving.

An exciting opportunity to get to know your local artist community, to meet practicing artists, visit their individual studio spaces and purchase affordable works of art.

On Sunday 3rd June 2018, Welwyn and Hatfield 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.

Homemade CAKE SALE from 9am in aid of The Children’s Society

We are providing a Crafts Village at this event

New food, drink, music, big top, Village Green, entertainment, craftsmen, heavy horses, plus animal classes on show. Eat and Drink Hertfordshire and Street Food. Or bring your own picnic! A completely regenerated Village Green. Happy’s Big Top, with jugglers, acrobats, magic and much more.

Relive 2018’s biggest musical event on the big screen with The Greatest Showman, whether you missed it at the cinema or just need to see it again!

“Hello to one and all. I am Doctor John Dolittle a very famous Doctor. I’m a bit wacky actually but you will get used to that. Some of you may have heard of me (good for you) and some may have not - but you will now. I am not a normal run of the mill Doctor. I was once but I really did not like my patients.

Excel Performing Arts bring you their Annual Showcase! Tickets go on sale MONDAY 16th APRIL 2018.

Dory is a wide-eyed, blue tang fish who suffers from memory loss every 10 seconds or so. The one thing she can remember is that she somehow became separated from her parents as a child. With help from her friends Nemo and Marlin, Dory embarks on an epic adventure to find them.

Sandringham School’s Drama Faculty present their take on the deviously delicious Broadway and Hollywood sci-fi smash musical, Little Shop Of Horrors. The meek floral assistant Seymour Krelborn stumbles across a new breed of plant he names "Audrey II" - after his coworker crush.

Set in 1930s New York during The Great Depression, brave young Annie is forced to live a life of misery at Miss Hannigan’s orphanage. Her luck soon changes when she’s chosen to spend a fairytale Christmas with famous billionaire, Oliver Warbucks.

Multi Activity sessions are weather dependant, this could be Land and Water based activities. This is for children aged 8 - 14 years old!

The Cherry Tree is a small, secluded garden on several levels containing shrubs, trees and climbers, many of them perfumed. Much of the planting, including exotics, is in containers that are cycled in various positions throughout the seasons. A heated greenhouse and summerhouse maintain tender plants in winter.

Get the family together with a picnic and enjoy some ’outdoor’ screen time in the sunshine at Hitchin Priory - a venue set in acres of magnificent grounds - only a minute’s walk from the charming market town of Hitchin.

Tuesday 3 April - Foody Art & Craft Fun Colour cut and stick together some food inspired art & craft Wednesday 4 April - Bake a Bread Roll - NB, please note different times for this event 10am - 12pm 1pm - 3pm Join us for a baking day at Mill Green.

Meet Bernie the Bumblebee for cuddles, high fives and hugs throughout the day. Bernie will be roaming the centre with his dancing friend Bea, who will show off her ballet skills.

It’s Time for some Magic at The Galleria! Jamie Jigsaw will pop up in different locations at The Galleria and show shoppers of all ages what magic is all about!

Shoppers can meet and greet our giant stilt walking clown and will be entertained with characters, magic tricks and more! Entertainment for young and old.

Another opportunity to join the LKQ in an evening of entertaining and moving Jewish traditional music-making. Admission price includes programme Free parking on site Licensed bar

Programme includes:- Haydn: String Quartet in D minor Op 9 No 4 Bartók: String Quartet No 6 Beethoven: String Quartet in F major Op 59 No 1 Admission price includes programme Free parking on site Licensed bar

Let’s Do It: The Life and Music of Cole Porter Thurs 21 June 2018, 1pm A Lunchtime Talk with Tricia Thompson Tickets £15 The music of Cole Porter reflects the decadent 30’s lifestyle that he lived to the full.

Take a trip down the rabbit hole with Chapterhouse Theatre Company this summer as they present the classic tale of Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland. Join Alice as she stumbles into the magical world of Wonderland and meet a whole host of colourful characters.

The garden, of nearly 3 acres, has evolved over 47yrs, partly through our own efforts and partly through nature growing plants wherever it chooses.

The garden, of nearly 3 acres, has evolved over 47yrs, partly through our own efforts and partly through nature growing plants wherever it chooses.

A fabulous afternoon with inspirational speaker Caroline Jones talking about her love for fashion and her multi-award winning fundraising campaign Knickers Model’s Own. The talk will be followed by afternoon tea and then a Q&A session with Caroline giving styling tips. www.renniegrove.

The summer Wedding Fair at Hatfield House on Sunday 3rd June 2018 is quite simply the most unique and extraordinary wedding Fair ever to take place at this historic wedding venue. As well the usual creative mix of inspirational exhibitors and two signature fashion shows at 12.30pm and 2.

Arts and Crafts sale.

Set in the unique venue of St Albans Organ Theatre in Camp Road, next to Camp School, we will be holding a Craft Fair for handmade gifts and crafts and also vintage items. Come along to experience the wonderful hidden gem, indulge in some home made cakes and tea and wonder around the various craft stands.

A very popular Vintage Afternoon Tea whilst enjoying the quieter instruments in the collection. Booking essential via stalbansorgantheatre@tjlmarketing.co.uk

Chris Stanbury - One of the UK’s most versatile young musicians makes his first visit to the Theatre

Enjoy a musical Sunday Afternoon listening to this fascinating collection of unique self-playing musical instruments. Includes tea and coffee in the interval. (Every 2nd Sunday of the month March to November)

On Saturday 9th June, Hertford Choral Society under its Music Director Derek Harrison will be performing Vaughan Williams’ “Sea Symphony” (Symphony No 1) at St Albans Cathedral accompanied by the Chameleon Arts Orchestra and featuring Soprano Sarah Fox and Baritone Robert Gildon.

Oliver Dawsons Saxon, The Handsome Beasts, The Deep + TBC NWOBHM: Tickets avaiable.