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Beautifully curated, award-winning Hartbeeps classes in Harpenden on Monday and Thursday. The sessions combine music, movement, sensory play and gentle learning in a warm, welcoming environment, giving you and your little one the opportunity to enjoy quality time together while supporting their development.
Whether you are expecting your first baby, enjoying the early months or looking for an engaging activity for your toddler, there is a Hartbeeps class to suit every stage.
Lively and imaginative session filled with music, dancing, storytelling, puppets, dressing up and sensory play. Happy House encourages confidence, creativity and social development in a relaxed, friendly setting. Younger siblings are welcome.
Playful, interactive class featuring music, bubbles, puppets, signing and sensory props. Designed to support early communication, movement, confidence and curiosity as your baby becomes increasingly mobile.
Gentle, sensory experience with beautiful music, calming activities, soft lights and plenty of opportunities for bonding. A lovely way to meet other local parents while enjoying special time with your baby.
Nurturing course introducing gentle baby massage techniques, helping you recognise your baby’s cues, support relaxation and build a strong, loving bond. A calm and supportive introduction to life with your baby.
The Quaker Meeting House, Harpenden
MONDAY 9.45am Happy House, 11am Baby Beeps, 12.15pm Baby Bells
THURSDAY 10am Baby Beeps, 11.15am Baby Bells, 12.45pm–2.15pm Baby Massage
[email protected] 07735 572828
Advertising Feature by Luton Hoo
This Christmas, Luton Hoo Estate is hosting a brand-new event with plenty for the whole family to enjoy.
Running on selected dates from 4 December 2026 to 3 January 2027, Christmas at Luton Hoo Estate offers three experiences. Explore the Light Trail, with illuminations and music throughout the walled garden and woodland. Get your skates on at the Skating Rink, suitable for children aged three and over. Or visit The Grotto, where children can join an interactive adventure with the elves before enjoying their own family meeting with Father Christmas. Paid child tickets include a souvenir gift.
Across the estate, live festive performances, seasonal food and drink add to the atmosphere, creating plenty of reasons to stay, explore and make an occasion of the visit.
VIP packages for groups of four, six or eight include reserved heated lounge seating, two skating sessions, unlimited hot chocolate, mulled wine for adults and a food item per guest.
On selected Christmas Tails dates, even the family dog can join in, with a visit to Father Christmas and a special gift. Starlight sessions offer reduced capacity and quieter audio within the Light Trail and The Grotto for families with additional needs.
Whether you're visiting with little ones, older children or the whole family, there's something special waiting for everyone.
To find out more and book your tickets, visit christmasatlutonhooestate.co.uk.
Christmas is all about making memories, and what better way to capture them than with a festive photoshoot to treasure for years to come?
We've teamed up with Cam Velucci Photography to give one lucky Harpenden family the chance to win a Christmas mini photography session, with the choice of a cosy studio session or a photoshoot in the comfort of their own home.
The winner will enjoy a 20-minute studio session on the 21st of November 2026 or a 30-minute at-home session on the 5th of December 2026, followed by a private gallery of 15 photographs to choose from. Five hand-edited images are included in the prize, with the option to purchase additional photographs. At-home sessions have to be within 15 minutes drive of Harpenden.
To enter, simply follow Mum's Guide to Harpenden on Instagram or Facebook and Cam Velucci Photography on Instagram or Facebook, then email [email protected] with your full name, contact number and answer to one festive question: What's your favourite Christmas tradition?
Entries close at 11:59pm on Sunday 15 November, with the winner announced on Monday 16 November.
The winner will be able to contact Cam Velucci Photography directly to arrange their session, subject to availability. Studio sessions must be claimed by 19 November 2026, and at-home sessions by 3 December 2026.
Good luck! We can't wait to hear about your favourite Christmas traditions and help one local family capture some special festive memories. Full terms and conditions can be found here.
Burston Christmas Grotto
7th November
- 24th December
Burston Garden Centre, N Orbital Rd, St Albans
Princess & Pirate Weekends
7th November
- 29th November
Odds Farm Park, High Wycombe
Bring Your Baby Pub Quiz
10th November
The George of Harpenden, Harpenden
There's A Monster In Your Show
10th November
- 11th November
The Eric Morecambe Centre, Redbourn
The Nature of Forgetting
11th November
- 12th November
BEAM Hertford, Hertford
Goddess Circle - Pregnancy Yoga & Birth Circle - Pre Natal & Pre Co
11th November
- 16th December
The Kinsbourne Barn, Bray Stables, Kennel Lane, Kinsbourne Green
A Tale of Us
12th November
Hat Factory Arts Centre, Luton
Harpenden Library Warhammer Club
12th November
Harpenden Library, Harpenden
Home Ed Farm Day – Hands-On Learning Adventure
12th November
Odds Farm, Wooburn Common Rd, Wooburn Green, High Wycombe
Adults Night Music Bingo
13th November
Odds Farm Park, High Wycombe
Coull Quartet
13th November
Benslow Music, Hitchin, Hitchin
The Salvation Army Harpenden Christmas Fair
(FREE)
14th November
The Salvation Army, Harpenden
Muddy Monsters: Bike Racing Fun for U6s to U14s
14th November
Gosling Velodrome, Gosling Sports Park, Welwyn Garden City
Floating Sound Bath STAHS with the Floating Grove
14th November
St Albans High School (STAHS), Townsend Ave, St Albans
Pre-Loved Fashion Show Supporting Isabel Hospice
(FREE)
14th November
The Galleria, Hatfield
Harpenden Christmas Sustainability Market
(FREE)
15th November
Harpenden Common, Harpenden
Bring Your Baby Pub Quiz
10th November
The George of Harpenden, Harpenden
Harpenden Library Warhammer Club
12th November
Harpenden Library, Harpenden
The Salvation Army Harpenden Christmas Fair
(FREE)
14th November
The Salvation Army, Harpenden
Harpenden Christmas Sustainability Market
(FREE)
15th November
Harpenden Common, Harpenden
Stay & Play at Sauncey Wood
(FREE)
20th November
Sauncey Wood Primacy School, Harpenden
Harpenden Farmer's Market
(FREE)
22nd November
Lower High Street, Harpenden
Harpenden Christmas Carnival
(FREE)
22nd November
Town Centre & Harpenden Common, Harpenden
Christmas Emergency Services Day
(FREE)
22nd November
Harpenden Fire Station, Harpenden
Harpenden Christmas Carnival
(FREE)
22nd November
Town Centre, Harpenden
Holly Jolly Wreath Making Night
26th November
Katherine Warington School, Harpenden
Batford Christmas Lights Up
(FREE)
26th November
Batford Corner, Harpenden
Southdown Lights and Lanterns Extravaganza
(FREE)
27th November
Southdown Parade, Harpenden
Grove Schools' Christmas Fayre
(FREE)
28th November
The Grove Infant School, Harpenden
Christmas Wreath Workshop
28th November
The Eric Morecambe Centre, Harpenden
Stay & Play at Sauncey Wood
(FREE)
4th December
Sauncey Wood Primacy School, Harpenden
Rapunzel - A Tangled Tale
5th December
- 31st December
The Eric Morecambe Centre, Harpenden
Christmas Crafternoon
6th December
Harpenden Academy, Harpenden
Bring Your Baby Pub Quiz
8th December
The George of Harpenden, Harpenden
Mummy and Me Afternoon Tea
9th December
Aldwickbury Park Golf Club, Harpenden
Christmas Concert featuring The Snowman
(FREE)
13th December
Katherine Warington School, Harpenden
Harpenden Farmer's Market
(FREE)
20th December
Lower High Street, Harpenden
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