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COVID-19 Update: During lockdown with most in-person events cancelled we are continuing to add virtual events to our page.
Welcome to your essential guide to what's on for children and families over the next few months in and around Harpenden. We also regularly post events, things to do and other news on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. If you are looking for Holiday Clubs and Camps we have a dedicated section for those.
If you are running an event for families or children that you would like to list here please complete our online form to send us the details.
We do our best to ensure dates, timings and details about events on this page are accurate. However, to avoid unnecessary disappointment please do double check details before setting off!
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Wednesday 27th January
English Live! Assonance and Sibilance (KS2-3)
On YouTube
Wed 27th January 2021
11.00
English LIVE! lesson / English with Holly
30-minute live and interactive, FREE English lessons will run at 11am on Wed/Thurs/Fri until schools are fully reopened for face-to-face teaching. All you'll need is a pen and paper and some enthusiasm!
PE with Joe
Virtual Event
Wed 27th January 2021
09.00
PE with Joe is back! I am committing to 3 live sessions per week: Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 9am(UK time) They will be 20 minutes long and designed for children.
Theatre of Science: Daily Science
Virtual Event
Wed 27th January 2021
13.30
The world's still as amazing as it always was; let's play with some household stuff and find out why! Visit the facebook page for details of the items you'll need.
I'm a physics teacher who's been streaming live science shows and lessons since the March lockdown. They're still going (see events page for details) and are meticulously researched and prepared. This show will not be meticulously prepared! This is me realising that you don't need to me to always be utterly 100% planned, you just need something you can rely on to be fun and educational EVERY DAY!
So 1.30pm every Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday I'll be live on Facebook. Just come to my page and I'll pop up. Let's play with stuff, chat, ask questions, google stuff together and have fun.
Theatre of Science: Home Ed Science!
Virtual Event
Wed 27th January 2021
11.00
I'm a physics teacher streaming free, live, award winning lessons for under 13s! Visit the Facebook page for details of what you will need for each lesson. There will be a Home-Ed lesson live every Tuesday and the same lesson repeated live again on a Wednesday.
Print outs of the questions/activities will be posted in this group, usually the day before the lesson: https://www.facebook.com/groups/641324300051295
BBC Lockdown Learning on CBBC and BBC2
Virtual Event
Mon 25th January 2021 - Fri 29th January 2021
BBC is showing 3 hours of primary educational content and 2 hours of secondary content on TV on weekdays during lockdown. Click on the image to see this week's timetable.
Rothamsted Photography Competition: Rothamsted in Winter
Rothamsted Estate
Mon 11th January 2021 - Sun 14th February 2021
Looking for fun and safe, outdoor activities this lockdown winter? The Rothamsted Estate is known for its beauty throughout the seasons. We are spoiled with our abundance of space. And so, starting with our current lockdown winter, we are launching a series of seasonal photography competitions this year.
We are challenging local people to come to our estate for their daily exercise, follow our self-guided walk, and get snapping! We want to see your best images of our stunning estate. We'd love you to focus on nature and science because that's what we are all about, but equally we want to see your people and pet stories, and any image that tells a visual story of the winter lockdown at Rothamsted in 2021.
Age groups:
We want this competition to be for everyone,... Read more
Captain Fantastic - Fantastic Magic (4-7 years)
Virtual Event
Wed 27th January 2021
10.00
FREE ENTERTAINMENT!
We know how hard homeschooling is for everyone right now and keeping the kids entertained isn't easy. That's why we've put together this FREE timetable to keep the kids busy. We'd love you to join us.
Captain Fantastic - Zoom Magic Club (5-10 years)
Virtual Event
Wed 27th January 2021
16.00
FREE ENTERTAINMENT!
We know how hard homeschooling is for everyone right now and keeping the kids entertained isn't easy. That's why we've put together this FREE timetable to keep the kids busy. We'd love you to join us.
To join our FREE Zoom Magic Club on Wednesdays where your children can see other children for some much needed interaction, please sign up using the link below.
Tiny T's Story Session
Virtual Event
Wed 27th January 2021
10.00
Storytelling & games. Live on Facebook and Instagram every week during lockdown
The Rock Project - Free Lockdown Learning
Virtual Event
Mon 25th January 2021 - Fri 29th January 2021
11.00 & 17.00
Join every weekday at 11am and 5pm for a free 15min music lesson. Beginner & intermediate guitar, drums, bass and vocals. Visit the website to sign up and see the timetable. Lessons will be via a Facebook group. For ages 7-18.
Thursday 28th January
#DrawWithRob - archive Episode
Virtual Event
Thu 28th January 2021
10am
Every Thursday at 10am during lockdown artist Rob Biddulph will be posting an episode of #DrawWithRob from the archive.
Art for Kids with Simon Hetherington
Virtual Event
Thu 28th January 2021
10.30
Free arts class for kids every Monday and Thursday morning at 10:30 am whilst schools are closed.
These lessons are completely FREE. You DO NOT need to sign up to any website to take part.
To join in with the classes, all that is needed is some paper and some pencils/pens/crayons.
The classes are suitable for all ages.
Baby Rhyme Time Online
Virtual Event
Thu 28th January 2021
11.00
Baby Rhyme Time streamed weekly from Harpenden Library on their Facebook page.
English Live! Live Comprehension: 1984 by George Orwell (KS2-4)
On YouTube
Thu 28th January 2021
11.00
English LIVE! lesson / English with Holly
30-minute live and interactive, FREE English lessons will run at 11am on Wed/Thurs/Fri until schools are fully reopened for face-to-face teaching. All you'll need is a pen and paper and some enthusiasm!
BBC Lockdown Learning on CBBC and BBC2
Virtual Event
Mon 25th January 2021 - Fri 29th January 2021
BBC is showing 3 hours of primary educational content and 2 hours of secondary content on TV on weekdays during lockdown. Click on the image to see this week's timetable.
Rothamsted Photography Competition: Rothamsted in Winter
Rothamsted Estate
Mon 11th January 2021 - Sun 14th February 2021
Looking for fun and safe, outdoor activities this lockdown winter? The Rothamsted Estate is known for its beauty throughout the seasons. We are spoiled with our abundance of space. And so, starting with our current lockdown winter, we are launching a series of seasonal photography competitions this year.
We are challenging local people to come to our estate for their daily exercise, follow our self-guided walk, and get snapping! We want to see your best images of our stunning estate. We'd love you to focus on nature and science because that's what we are all about, but equally we want to see your people and pet stories, and any image that tells a visual story of the winter lockdown at Rothamsted in 2021.
Age groups:
We want this competition to be for everyone,... Read more
Julia Donaldson and Friends
Virtual Event
Thu 28th January 2021
16.00
Join Julia and guests every Thursday on The Gruffalo page on Facebook for a different favourite story, songs and rhymes.
Captain Fantastic - Fantastic History (6-10 years)
Virtual Event
Thu 28th January 2021
11.00
FREE ENTERTAINMENT!
We know how hard homeschooling is for everyone right now and keeping the kids entertained isn't easy. That's why we've put together this FREE timetable to keep the kids busy. We'd love you to join us.
Tiny T's Fairy Thursdays
Virtual Event
Thu 28th January 2021
10.00
Fairy storytelling, stretch and crafting. Live on Facebook and Instagram every week during lockdown
Dantastic Zoom Dinosaur Party
Virtual Event
Thu 28th January 2021
16:00
Join Dantastic LIVE online for a high energy, interactive dinosaur party adventure! Suitable for ages 3-8. Expect plenty of magic, dinosaur party games, dancing and non stop comedy suitable for the whole family to enjoy together.
Get your explorer costumes ready and join in the fun from the comfort of your own home.
Limited spaces available so be sure to book your space today for only £5!
Once you have booked we will send you the zoom links to join in the party!
The Rock Project - Free Lockdown Learning
Virtual Event
Mon 25th January 2021 - Fri 29th January 2021
11.00 & 17.00
Join every weekday at 11am and 5pm for a free 15min music lesson. Beginner & intermediate guitar, drums, bass and vocals. Visit the website to sign up and see the timetable. Lessons will be via a Facebook group. For ages 7-18.
Friday 29th January
Future Architect’s Club - Straw Bridges
Virtual Event
Fri 29th January 2021
Local architects Theobold Uskuri Architects are launching a Future Architect's Club to run for 4 weeks during lockdown. Children are invited to try out the weekly project which will be posted on their Facebook page on a Friday. Check out the instructions and the explanation videos. Submit photos of their efforts by commenting on the post and they could be with the chance of win an Amazon voucher! This week's challenge is Straw bridges! The deadline for each week's project is 5pm the following Thursday.
English Live! Live Spellathon (KS1-4)
On YouTube
Fri 29th January 2021
11.00
English LIVE! lesson / English with Holly
30-minute live and interactive, FREE English lessons will run at 11am on Wed/Thurs/Fri until schools are fully reopened for face-to-face teaching. All you'll need is a pen and paper and some enthusiasm!
PE with Joe
Virtual Event
Fri 29th January 2021
09.00
PE with Joe is back! I am committing to 3 live sessions per week: Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 9am(UK time) They will be 20 minutes long and designed for children.
Theatre of Science: Daily Science
Virtual Event
Fri 29th January 2021
13.30
The world's still as amazing as it always was; let's play with some household stuff and find out why! Visit the facebook page for details of the items you'll need.
I'm a physics teacher who's been streaming live science shows and lessons since the March lockdown. They're still going (see events page for details) and are meticulously researched and prepared. This show will not be meticulously prepared! This is me realising that you don't need to me to always be utterly 100% planned, you just need something you can rely on to be fun and educational EVERY DAY!
So 1.30pm every Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday I'll be live on Facebook. Just come to my page and I'll pop up. Let's play with stuff, chat, ask questions, google stuff together and have fun.
BBC Lockdown Learning on CBBC and BBC2
Virtual Event
Mon 25th January 2021 - Fri 29th January 2021
BBC is showing 3 hours of primary educational content and 2 hours of secondary content on TV on weekdays during lockdown. Click on the image to see this week's timetable.
Rothamsted Photography Competition: Rothamsted in Winter
Rothamsted Estate
Mon 11th January 2021 - Sun 14th February 2021
Looking for fun and safe, outdoor activities this lockdown winter? The Rothamsted Estate is known for its beauty throughout the seasons. We are spoiled with our abundance of space. And so, starting with our current lockdown winter, we are launching a series of seasonal photography competitions this year.
We are challenging local people to come to our estate for their daily exercise, follow our self-guided walk, and get snapping! We want to see your best images of our stunning estate. We'd love you to focus on nature and science because that's what we are all about, but equally we want to see your people and pet stories, and any image that tells a visual story of the winter lockdown at Rothamsted in 2021.
Age groups:
We want this competition to be for everyone,... Read more
Captain Fantastic - Fantastic Fitness (4-7 years)
Virtual Event
Fri 29th January 2021
10.00
FREE ENTERTAINMENT!
We know how hard homeschooling is for everyone right now and keeping the kids entertained isn't easy. That's why we've put together this FREE timetable to keep the kids busy. We'd love you to join us.
The Rock Project - Free Lockdown Learning
Virtual Event
Mon 25th January 2021 - Fri 29th January 2021
11.00 & 17.00
Join every weekday at 11am and 5pm for a free 15min music lesson. Beginner & intermediate guitar, drums, bass and vocals. Visit the website to sign up and see the timetable. Lessons will be via a Facebook group. For ages 7-18.
Saturday 30th January
Rothamsted Photography Competition: Rothamsted in Winter
Rothamsted Estate
Mon 11th January 2021 - Sun 14th February 2021
Looking for fun and safe, outdoor activities this lockdown winter? The Rothamsted Estate is known for its beauty throughout the seasons. We are spoiled with our abundance of space. And so, starting with our current lockdown winter, we are launching a series of seasonal photography competitions this year.
We are challenging local people to come to our estate for their daily exercise, follow our self-guided walk, and get snapping! We want to see your best images of our stunning estate. We'd love you to focus on nature and science because that's what we are all about, but equally we want to see your people and pet stories, and any image that tells a visual story of the winter lockdown at Rothamsted in 2021.
Age groups:
We want this competition to be for everyone,... Read more
Tails from the Zoo
Virtual Event
Sat 30th January 2021 - Sun 31st January 2021
18.30
Zookeepers at ZSL London and Whipsnade Zoos have swapped their brooms for books to launch a series of virtual bedtime stories - in a bid to keep their beloved animals in touch with their youngest fans during the nationwide lockdown.
The Tails from the Zoo will be available to watch online on the Zoos' official Facebook pages each weekend from Saturday 16 January until Sunday 21 February, with a different animal-inspired story told from the two zoos' most popular exhibits every Saturday and Sunday evening.
Featuring children's classics such as The Tiger who came to Tea, told in the company of Sumatran tigers Asim and Gaysha, animals are at the heart of each storytelling session that have been specially chosen to keep the charity zoos' younger fans entertained... Read more
Sunday 31st January
Learn to Draw Among Us with Simon Hetherington
Virtual Event
Sun 31st January 2021
16.30
Learn how to draw the characters and scenery of the smash hit game Among Us.
Join children's author & illustrator Simon Hetherington for this exclusive class!
The only equipment required to talk part is some paper and pens.
This event is suitable for all ages. Cost £9.99 per household.
Virtually Impossible - online magic show
Virtual Event
Sun 31st January 2021
7:30pm
Join St Albans magician Tony Middleton 'Sonic', for an amazing interactive magic experience live from the comfort of your home.
Streaming live from the historic Sheraton Grand Park Lane in London, you will experience Victorian illusions, mind-reading, and sleight of hand demonstrations that will blow your mind. Yes that's right - even across the internet impossible things will occur. And when the magic involves you directly at home, you'll wonder if it's real witchcraft, or simply... virtually impossible! What's more, you'll get a sneak peek into the private areas of this iconic Art Deco hotel - which the public rarely gets to see. Now that's a treat for all the family.
Tony Middleton 'Sonic' has bee a resident of St Albans for over 10 years, and is one of the few people who makes... Read more
Rothamsted Photography Competition: Rothamsted in Winter
Rothamsted Estate
Mon 11th January 2021 - Sun 14th February 2021
Looking for fun and safe, outdoor activities this lockdown winter? The Rothamsted Estate is known for its beauty throughout the seasons. We are spoiled with our abundance of space. And so, starting with our current lockdown winter, we are launching a series of seasonal photography competitions this year.
We are challenging local people to come to our estate for their daily exercise, follow our self-guided walk, and get snapping! We want to see your best images of our stunning estate. We'd love you to focus on nature and science because that's what we are all about, but equally we want to see your people and pet stories, and any image that tells a visual story of the winter lockdown at Rothamsted in 2021.
Age groups:
We want this competition to be for everyone,... Read more
The Magic Hour - Virtually Impossible
Virtual Event
Sun 31st January 2021
7.30-8.30pm
Tired of not being able to go out for entertainment? Let us bring the show to you. Join Tony Middleton 'Sonic', headliner of The Magic Hour, for a fun interactive magic experience. Streaming live from the historic Sheraton Grand Park Lane in London in 4K/Ultra HD, you will experience Victorian illusions, mind-reading, and sleight of hand demonstrations that will blow your mind. Yes that's right - even across the internet impossible things will occur. And when the magic involves you directly at home, you'll wonder if it's real witchcraft, or simply... virtually impossible! What's more, you'll get a sneak peek into the private areas of this iconic Art Deco hotel - which the public rarely gets to see. Now that's a treat for all the family.
Tails from the Zoo
Virtual Event
Sat 30th January 2021 - Sun 31st January 2021
18.30
Zookeepers at ZSL London and Whipsnade Zoos have swapped their brooms for books to launch a series of virtual bedtime stories - in a bid to keep their beloved animals in touch with their youngest fans during the nationwide lockdown.
The Tails from the Zoo will be available to watch online on the Zoos' official Facebook pages each weekend from Saturday 16 January until Sunday 21 February, with a different animal-inspired story told from the two zoos' most popular exhibits every Saturday and Sunday evening.
Featuring children's classics such as The Tiger who came to Tea, told in the company of Sumatran tigers Asim and Gaysha, animals are at the heart of each storytelling session that have been specially chosen to keep the charity zoos' younger fans entertained... Read more
Monday 1st February
Rothamsted Photography Competition: Rothamsted in Winter
Rothamsted Estate
Mon 11th January 2021 - Sun 14th February 2021
Looking for fun and safe, outdoor activities this lockdown winter? The Rothamsted Estate is known for its beauty throughout the seasons. We are spoiled with our abundance of space. And so, starting with our current lockdown winter, we are launching a series of seasonal photography competitions this year.
We are challenging local people to come to our estate for their daily exercise, follow our self-guided walk, and get snapping! We want to see your best images of our stunning estate. We'd love you to focus on nature and science because that's what we are all about, but equally we want to see your people and pet stories, and any image that tells a visual story of the winter lockdown at Rothamsted in 2021.
Age groups:
We want this competition to be for everyone,... Read more
Tuesday 2nd February
Rothamsted Photography Competition: Rothamsted in Winter
Rothamsted Estate
Mon 11th January 2021 - Sun 14th February 2021
Looking for fun and safe, outdoor activities this lockdown winter? The Rothamsted Estate is known for its beauty throughout the seasons. We are spoiled with our abundance of space. And so, starting with our current lockdown winter, we are launching a series of seasonal photography competitions this year.
We are challenging local people to come to our estate for their daily exercise, follow our self-guided walk, and get snapping! We want to see your best images of our stunning estate. We'd love you to focus on nature and science because that's what we are all about, but equally we want to see your people and pet stories, and any image that tells a visual story of the winter lockdown at Rothamsted in 2021.
Age groups:
We want this competition to be for everyone,... Read more
Zoom Abbey Tots
Virtual Event
Tue 2nd February 2021
10.00 - 11.00
Returning for 2021 | Zoom Abbey Tots
Our Youth Chaplain, Kim, is bringing Abbey Tots to your homes.
This virtual group is for parents and carers with pre-school age children. Starting on Tuesday 19 January, Abbey Tots will meet online every Tuesday morning between 10am and 11am.
Drop in and out as you wish and stay for as little or as long as you like. Expect stories, activities, songs and even a virtual snack time. Babies and toddlers - plus their grown ups - are all very welcome to join us.
When
Every Tuesday morning, 10am.
Where
Hosted on Zoom through your electronic device.
How to join
You will need to download Zoom on your electronic device to join this meeting. For login details, please... Read more
Wednesday 3rd February
Rothamsted Photography Competition: Rothamsted in Winter
Rothamsted Estate
Mon 11th January 2021 - Sun 14th February 2021
Looking for fun and safe, outdoor activities this lockdown winter? The Rothamsted Estate is known for its beauty throughout the seasons. We are spoiled with our abundance of space. And so, starting with our current lockdown winter, we are launching a series of seasonal photography competitions this year.
We are challenging local people to come to our estate for their daily exercise, follow our self-guided walk, and get snapping! We want to see your best images of our stunning estate. We'd love you to focus on nature and science because that's what we are all about, but equally we want to see your people and pet stories, and any image that tells a visual story of the winter lockdown at Rothamsted in 2021.
Age groups:
We want this competition to be for everyone,... Read more
Thursday 4th February
Rothamsted Photography Competition: Rothamsted in Winter
Rothamsted Estate
Mon 11th January 2021 - Sun 14th February 2021
Looking for fun and safe, outdoor activities this lockdown winter? The Rothamsted Estate is known for its beauty throughout the seasons. We are spoiled with our abundance of space. And so, starting with our current lockdown winter, we are launching a series of seasonal photography competitions this year.
We are challenging local people to come to our estate for their daily exercise, follow our self-guided walk, and get snapping! We want to see your best images of our stunning estate. We'd love you to focus on nature and science because that's what we are all about, but equally we want to see your people and pet stories, and any image that tells a visual story of the winter lockdown at Rothamsted in 2021.
Age groups:
We want this competition to be for everyone,... Read more
Friday 5th February
Rothamsted Photography Competition: Rothamsted in Winter
Rothamsted Estate
Mon 11th January 2021 - Sun 14th February 2021
Looking for fun and safe, outdoor activities this lockdown winter? The Rothamsted Estate is known for its beauty throughout the seasons. We are spoiled with our abundance of space. And so, starting with our current lockdown winter, we are launching a series of seasonal photography competitions this year.
We are challenging local people to come to our estate for their daily exercise, follow our self-guided walk, and get snapping! We want to see your best images of our stunning estate. We'd love you to focus on nature and science because that's what we are all about, but equally we want to see your people and pet stories, and any image that tells a visual story of the winter lockdown at Rothamsted in 2021.
Age groups:
We want this competition to be for everyone,... Read more
Saturday 6th February
Rothamsted Photography Competition: Rothamsted in Winter
Rothamsted Estate
Mon 11th January 2021 - Sun 14th February 2021
Looking for fun and safe, outdoor activities this lockdown winter? The Rothamsted Estate is known for its beauty throughout the seasons. We are spoiled with our abundance of space. And so, starting with our current lockdown winter, we are launching a series of seasonal photography competitions this year.
We are challenging local people to come to our estate for their daily exercise, follow our self-guided walk, and get snapping! We want to see your best images of our stunning estate. We'd love you to focus on nature and science because that's what we are all about, but equally we want to see your people and pet stories, and any image that tells a visual story of the winter lockdown at Rothamsted in 2021.
Age groups:
We want this competition to be for everyone,... Read more
Tails from the Zoo
Virtual Event
Sat 6th February 2021 - Sun 7th February 2021
18.30
Zookeepers at ZSL London and Whipsnade Zoos have swapped their brooms for books to launch a series of virtual bedtime stories - in a bid to keep their beloved animals in touch with their youngest fans during the nationwide lockdown.
The Tails from the Zoo will be available to watch online on the Zoos' official Facebook pages each weekend from Saturday 16 January until Sunday 21 February, with a different animal-inspired story told from the two zoos' most popular exhibits every Saturday and Sunday evening.
Featuring children's classics such as The Tiger who came to Tea, told in the company of Sumatran tigers Asim and Gaysha, animals are at the heart of each storytelling session that have been specially chosen to keep the charity zoos' younger fans entertained... Read more
Sunday 7th February
Rothamsted Photography Competition: Rothamsted in Winter
Rothamsted Estate
Mon 11th January 2021 - Sun 14th February 2021
Looking for fun and safe, outdoor activities this lockdown winter? The Rothamsted Estate is known for its beauty throughout the seasons. We are spoiled with our abundance of space. And so, starting with our current lockdown winter, we are launching a series of seasonal photography competitions this year.
We are challenging local people to come to our estate for their daily exercise, follow our self-guided walk, and get snapping! We want to see your best images of our stunning estate. We'd love you to focus on nature and science because that's what we are all about, but equally we want to see your people and pet stories, and any image that tells a visual story of the winter lockdown at Rothamsted in 2021.
Age groups:
We want this competition to be for everyone,... Read more
Tails from the Zoo
Virtual Event
Sat 6th February 2021 - Sun 7th February 2021
18.30
Zookeepers at ZSL London and Whipsnade Zoos have swapped their brooms for books to launch a series of virtual bedtime stories - in a bid to keep their beloved animals in touch with their youngest fans during the nationwide lockdown.
The Tails from the Zoo will be available to watch online on the Zoos' official Facebook pages each weekend from Saturday 16 January until Sunday 21 February, with a different animal-inspired story told from the two zoos' most popular exhibits every Saturday and Sunday evening.
Featuring children's classics such as The Tiger who came to Tea, told in the company of Sumatran tigers Asim and Gaysha, animals are at the heart of each storytelling session that have been specially chosen to keep the charity zoos' younger fans entertained... Read more
Monday 8th February
Rothamsted Photography Competition: Rothamsted in Winter
Rothamsted Estate
Mon 11th January 2021 - Sun 14th February 2021
Looking for fun and safe, outdoor activities this lockdown winter? The Rothamsted Estate is known for its beauty throughout the seasons. We are spoiled with our abundance of space. And so, starting with our current lockdown winter, we are launching a series of seasonal photography competitions this year.
We are challenging local people to come to our estate for their daily exercise, follow our self-guided walk, and get snapping! We want to see your best images of our stunning estate. We'd love you to focus on nature and science because that's what we are all about, but equally we want to see your people and pet stories, and any image that tells a visual story of the winter lockdown at Rothamsted in 2021.
Age groups:
We want this competition to be for everyone,... Read more
Tuesday 9th February
Rothamsted Photography Competition: Rothamsted in Winter
Rothamsted Estate
Mon 11th January 2021 - Sun 14th February 2021
Looking for fun and safe, outdoor activities this lockdown winter? The Rothamsted Estate is known for its beauty throughout the seasons. We are spoiled with our abundance of space. And so, starting with our current lockdown winter, we are launching a series of seasonal photography competitions this year.
We are challenging local people to come to our estate for their daily exercise, follow our self-guided walk, and get snapping! We want to see your best images of our stunning estate. We'd love you to focus on nature and science because that's what we are all about, but equally we want to see your people and pet stories, and any image that tells a visual story of the winter lockdown at Rothamsted in 2021.
Age groups:
We want this competition to be for everyone,... Read more
Zoom Abbey Tots
Virtual Event
Tue 9th February 2021
10.00 - 11.00
Returning for 2021 | Zoom Abbey Tots
Our Youth Chaplain, Kim, is bringing Abbey Tots to your homes.
This virtual group is for parents and carers with pre-school age children. Starting on Tuesday 19 January, Abbey Tots will meet online every Tuesday morning between 10am and 11am.
Drop in and out as you wish and stay for as little or as long as you like. Expect stories, activities, songs and even a virtual snack time. Babies and toddlers - plus their grown ups - are all very welcome to join us.
When
Every Tuesday morning, 10am.
Where
Hosted on Zoom through your electronic device.
How to join
You will need to download Zoom on your electronic device to join this meeting. For login details, please... Read more
Wednesday 10th February
Rothamsted Photography Competition: Rothamsted in Winter
Rothamsted Estate
Mon 11th January 2021 - Sun 14th February 2021
Looking for fun and safe, outdoor activities this lockdown winter? The Rothamsted Estate is known for its beauty throughout the seasons. We are spoiled with our abundance of space. And so, starting with our current lockdown winter, we are launching a series of seasonal photography competitions this year.
We are challenging local people to come to our estate for their daily exercise, follow our self-guided walk, and get snapping! We want to see your best images of our stunning estate. We'd love you to focus on nature and science because that's what we are all about, but equally we want to see your people and pet stories, and any image that tells a visual story of the winter lockdown at Rothamsted in 2021.
Age groups:
We want this competition to be for everyone,... Read more
Thursday 11th February
Rothamsted Photography Competition: Rothamsted in Winter
Rothamsted Estate
Mon 11th January 2021 - Sun 14th February 2021
Looking for fun and safe, outdoor activities this lockdown winter? The Rothamsted Estate is known for its beauty throughout the seasons. We are spoiled with our abundance of space. And so, starting with our current lockdown winter, we are launching a series of seasonal photography competitions this year.
We are challenging local people to come to our estate for their daily exercise, follow our self-guided walk, and get snapping! We want to see your best images of our stunning estate. We'd love you to focus on nature and science because that's what we are all about, but equally we want to see your people and pet stories, and any image that tells a visual story of the winter lockdown at Rothamsted in 2021.
Age groups:
We want this competition to be for everyone,... Read more
Friday 12th February
Rothamsted Photography Competition: Rothamsted in Winter
Rothamsted Estate
Mon 11th January 2021 - Sun 14th February 2021
Looking for fun and safe, outdoor activities this lockdown winter? The Rothamsted Estate is known for its beauty throughout the seasons. We are spoiled with our abundance of space. And so, starting with our current lockdown winter, we are launching a series of seasonal photography competitions this year.
We are challenging local people to come to our estate for their daily exercise, follow our self-guided walk, and get snapping! We want to see your best images of our stunning estate. We'd love you to focus on nature and science because that's what we are all about, but equally we want to see your people and pet stories, and any image that tells a visual story of the winter lockdown at Rothamsted in 2021.
Age groups:
We want this competition to be for everyone,... Read more
Saturday 13th February
Rothamsted Photography Competition: Rothamsted in Winter
Rothamsted Estate
Mon 11th January 2021 - Sun 14th February 2021
Looking for fun and safe, outdoor activities this lockdown winter? The Rothamsted Estate is known for its beauty throughout the seasons. We are spoiled with our abundance of space. And so, starting with our current lockdown winter, we are launching a series of seasonal photography competitions this year.
We are challenging local people to come to our estate for their daily exercise, follow our self-guided walk, and get snapping! We want to see your best images of our stunning estate. We'd love you to focus on nature and science because that's what we are all about, but equally we want to see your people and pet stories, and any image that tells a visual story of the winter lockdown at Rothamsted in 2021.
Age groups:
We want this competition to be for everyone,... Read more
Tails from the Zoo
Virtual Event
Sat 13th February 2021 - Sun 14th February 2021
18.30
Zookeepers at ZSL London and Whipsnade Zoos have swapped their brooms for books to launch a series of virtual bedtime stories - in a bid to keep their beloved animals in touch with their youngest fans during the nationwide lockdown.
The Tails from the Zoo will be available to watch online on the Zoos' official Facebook pages each weekend from Saturday 16 January until Sunday 21 February, with a different animal-inspired story told from the two zoos' most popular exhibits every Saturday and Sunday evening.
Featuring children's classics such as The Tiger who came to Tea, told in the company of Sumatran tigers Asim and Gaysha, animals are at the heart of each storytelling session that have been specially chosen to keep the charity zoos' younger fans entertained... Read more
Sunday 14th February
Rothamsted Photography Competition: Rothamsted in Winter
Rothamsted Estate
Mon 11th January 2021 - Sun 14th February 2021
Looking for fun and safe, outdoor activities this lockdown winter? The Rothamsted Estate is known for its beauty throughout the seasons. We are spoiled with our abundance of space. And so, starting with our current lockdown winter, we are launching a series of seasonal photography competitions this year.
We are challenging local people to come to our estate for their daily exercise, follow our self-guided walk, and get snapping! We want to see your best images of our stunning estate. We'd love you to focus on nature and science because that's what we are all about, but equally we want to see your people and pet stories, and any image that tells a visual story of the winter lockdown at Rothamsted in 2021.
Age groups:
We want this competition to be for everyone,... Read more
Tails from the Zoo
Virtual Event
Sat 13th February 2021 - Sun 14th February 2021
18.30
Zookeepers at ZSL London and Whipsnade Zoos have swapped their brooms for books to launch a series of virtual bedtime stories - in a bid to keep their beloved animals in touch with their youngest fans during the nationwide lockdown.
The Tails from the Zoo will be available to watch online on the Zoos' official Facebook pages each weekend from Saturday 16 January until Sunday 21 February, with a different animal-inspired story told from the two zoos' most popular exhibits every Saturday and Sunday evening.
Featuring children's classics such as The Tiger who came to Tea, told in the company of Sumatran tigers Asim and Gaysha, animals are at the heart of each storytelling session that have been specially chosen to keep the charity zoos' younger fans entertained... Read more
Monday 15th February
Workshop with Cabaret Mechanical Theatre
Virtual Event
Mon 15th February 2021
11.00
In partnership with St Albans Museum + Gallery an online programme of automata making workshops has been made possible by CMT's Arts Council England's, Culture Recovery Funding. During February half term CMT will run two Family Workshops combining creative fun with cams, cranks using cardboard and recycled junk to create delightful moving sculptures.
Using a box, pre-made parts, chopsticks and various bits and pieces, participants make a cam drive mechanism which bursts into kinetic life at the turn of a handle. Individual designs and decorations are inspired from the flow of the movement, using a variety of art/craft materials. The mechanical parts are all push-fit and can be adjusted to enable experimenting with different cam formations and profiles as part of learning about... Read more
Tuesday 16th February
Zoom Abbey Tots
Virtual Event
Tue 16th February 2021
10.00 - 11.00
Returning for 2021 | Zoom Abbey Tots
Our Youth Chaplain, Kim, is bringing Abbey Tots to your homes.
This virtual group is for parents and carers with pre-school age children. Starting on Tuesday 19 January, Abbey Tots will meet online every Tuesday morning between 10am and 11am.
Drop in and out as you wish and stay for as little or as long as you like. Expect stories, activities, songs and even a virtual snack time. Babies and toddlers - plus their grown ups - are all very welcome to join us.
When
Every Tuesday morning, 10am.
Where
Hosted on Zoom through your electronic device.
How to join
You will need to download Zoom on your electronic device to join this meeting. For login details, please... Read more
Wednesday 17th February
Workshop with Cabaret Mechanical Theatre
Virtual Event
Wed 17th February 2021
11.00
In partnership with St Albans Museum + Gallery an online programme of automata making workshops has been made possible by CMT's Arts Council England's, Culture Recovery Funding. During February half term CMT will run two Family Workshops combining creative fun with cams, cranks using cardboard and recycled junk to create delightful moving sculptures.
Using a box, pre-made parts, chopsticks and various bits and pieces, participants make a cam drive mechanism which bursts into kinetic life at the turn of a handle. Individual designs and decorations are inspired from the flow of the movement, using a variety of art/craft materials. The mechanical parts are all push-fit and can be adjusted to enable experimenting with different cam formations and profiles as part of learning about... Read more
Friday 19th February
Recycling Collage Workshop
Virtual Event
Fri 19th February 2021
11.00
Join local artist, Sarah Moroney, for a workshop for children aged 4+ and their families focusing on colour and shape through collage. Inspired by our online exhibition Hertfordshire Open 2020, your children will be guided to think about how these artists made such beautiful work, and use this to spark their own creativity.
For the workshop you will need:
- A large piece of plain card, paper or fabric for each child taking part
- Scissors
- Glue
- Collection of materials: old magazines, greetings cards, newspapers, tin foil, packaging, tissue paper, fabric scraps, ribbons, buttons, beads, bottle tops, flyers, wrapping paper, etc. Ideally with a colour theme, but that's not essential.
- A camera (optional)
This event will... Read more
Saturday 20th February
Tails from the Zoo
Virtual Event
Sat 20th February 2021 - Sun 21st February 2021
18.30
Zookeepers at ZSL London and Whipsnade Zoos have swapped their brooms for books to launch a series of virtual bedtime stories - in a bid to keep their beloved animals in touch with their youngest fans during the nationwide lockdown.
The Tails from the Zoo will be available to watch online on the Zoos' official Facebook pages each weekend from Saturday 16 January until Sunday 21 February, with a different animal-inspired story told from the two zoos' most popular exhibits every Saturday and Sunday evening.
Featuring children's classics such as The Tiger who came to Tea, told in the company of Sumatran tigers Asim and Gaysha, animals are at the heart of each storytelling session that have been specially chosen to keep the charity zoos' younger fans entertained... Read more
Sunday 21st February
Tails from the Zoo
Virtual Event
Sat 20th February 2021 - Sun 21st February 2021
18.30
Zookeepers at ZSL London and Whipsnade Zoos have swapped their brooms for books to launch a series of virtual bedtime stories - in a bid to keep their beloved animals in touch with their youngest fans during the nationwide lockdown.
The Tails from the Zoo will be available to watch online on the Zoos' official Facebook pages each weekend from Saturday 16 January until Sunday 21 February, with a different animal-inspired story told from the two zoos' most popular exhibits every Saturday and Sunday evening.
Featuring children's classics such as The Tiger who came to Tea, told in the company of Sumatran tigers Asim and Gaysha, animals are at the heart of each storytelling session that have been specially chosen to keep the charity zoos' younger fans entertained... Read more
Tuesday 23rd February
Zoom Abbey Tots
Virtual Event
Tue 23rd February 2021
10.00 - 11.00
Returning for 2021 | Zoom Abbey Tots
Our Youth Chaplain, Kim, is bringing Abbey Tots to your homes.
This virtual group is for parents and carers with pre-school age children. Starting on Tuesday 19 January, Abbey Tots will meet online every Tuesday morning between 10am and 11am.
Drop in and out as you wish and stay for as little or as long as you like. Expect stories, activities, songs and even a virtual snack time. Babies and toddlers - plus their grown ups - are all very welcome to join us.
When
Every Tuesday morning, 10am.
Where
Hosted on Zoom through your electronic device.
How to join
You will need to download Zoom on your electronic device to join this meeting. For login details, please... Read more
Sunday 21st March
A NEW Stay-in-your-car Treasure Hunt
Starting from Bowers Way East Car Park
Sun 21st March 2021
9.30am - 2pm
Following the success of their Stay-in-your-car Treasure Hunt in November 2019, Rotary in Harpenden are staging another Covid-free hunt. This time you follow written directions for 20 miles in the Flamstead, Codicote and Slip End areas, seeking answers to 55 clues - all visible from the comfort of your car. Cars will leave Bowers Way Car Park East, Harpenden AL5 4EQ, at 5-minute intervals from 9.30am to 2pm. A fee of £10 per car will go to support the charity, the Herts & Essex Air Ambulance Trust. The winner and runners-up can choose from a range of prizes. The date is Sunday 21 March 2021. Booking essential. To secure your slot go to rotaryinharpenden.org.uk
rotaryinharpenden.org.uk
Thursday 1st April
Easter Funfair
Harpenden Common
Thu 1st April 2021 - Mon 5th April 2021
Opening times TBC.
Friday 2nd April
Easter Funfair
Harpenden Common
Thu 1st April 2021 - Mon 5th April 2021
Opening times TBC.
Saturday 3rd April
Easter Funfair
Harpenden Common
Thu 1st April 2021 - Mon 5th April 2021
Opening times TBC.
Sunday 4th April
Easter Funfair
Harpenden Common
Thu 1st April 2021 - Mon 5th April 2021
Opening times TBC.
Monday 5th April
Easter Funfair
Harpenden Common
Thu 1st April 2021 - Mon 5th April 2021
Opening times TBC.
Friday 28th May
Thurston Funfair
Harpenden Common
Fri 28th May 2021 - Mon 31st May 2021
Opening times TBC.
Saturday 29th May
Thurston Funfair
Harpenden Common
Fri 28th May 2021 - Mon 31st May 2021
Opening times TBC.
Sunday 30th May
Thurston Funfair
Harpenden Common
Fri 28th May 2021 - Mon 31st May 2021
Opening times TBC.
Monday 31st May
Thurston Funfair
Harpenden Common
Fri 28th May 2021 - Mon 31st May 2021
Opening times TBC.
Friday 4th June
Harpenden Jigsaw Festival
High Street Methodist Church
Fri 4th June 2021 - Sat 5th June 2021
Harpenden's first ever Jigsaw Festival is taking place on 4-5 June 2021 at High Street Methodist Church in Harpenden. Hundreds of completed jigsaws will be on display and for sale. The event is being organised jointly by High Street Methodist Church and Our Lady of Lourdes Roman Catholic Church. Proceeds from the event will be shared between two charities: Azalea in Luton and Workaid.
Hundreds of completed jigsaw puzzles will be on show forming a dazzling visual display. It will be like an evolving art exhibition, as individual jigsaws are sold, for others to be put in their place.
There will be something for every taste: from Lowry industrial landscapes to the Sistine Chapel and maps to Spiderman.
There will be jigsaws for every level of difficulty:... Read more
www.harpendenjigsawfestival.co.uk
Saturday 5th June
Harpenden Jigsaw Festival
High Street Methodist Church
Fri 4th June 2021 - Sat 5th June 2021
Harpenden's first ever Jigsaw Festival is taking place on 4-5 June 2021 at High Street Methodist Church in Harpenden. Hundreds of completed jigsaws will be on display and for sale. The event is being organised jointly by High Street Methodist Church and Our Lady of Lourdes Roman Catholic Church. Proceeds from the event will be shared between two charities: Azalea in Luton and Workaid.
Hundreds of completed jigsaw puzzles will be on show forming a dazzling visual display. It will be like an evolving art exhibition, as individual jigsaws are sold, for others to be put in their place.
There will be something for every taste: from Lowry industrial landscapes to the Sistine Chapel and maps to Spiderman.
There will be jigsaws for every level of difficulty:... Read more
www.harpendenjigsawfestival.co.uk
Saturday 12th June
Harpenden Carnival
Harpenden Common
Sat 12th June 2021
Save the date! Restrictions permitting, Harpenden Round Table and Harpenden Town Council will once again be working in partnership to bring you this year's Harpenden Carnival.
TOTFest® 2021 - St Albans | Hertfordshire!
Hertfordshire County Showground
Sat 12th June 2021
12pm- 5pm
TOTFest® 2021! The ultimate pre-school festival is returning to Hertfordshire. TOTFest®, the dedicated baby and toddler festival, will be coming to St Albans in 2021, and will take place at the wonderful Herts County Showground on Saturday 12th June. Now in its third year, TOTFest® is specifically aimed at children aged 6 months to 5 years. Families can expect a day of dedicated preschool fun! Our activity schedule is immersive, unique, fun, interactive and varied all based around our 5 core zones CREATE, IMAGINE, MOVE, EXPLORE & PLAY. The fun never stops: there's giant painting canvasses, a baby rave, bubbleologists, crazy golf, drama workshops, story time sessions, a tots race track, miniature fairground, bounceland and live shows, In-fact you can expect over 50 sessions, shows and activities scheduled to keep the smallest of guests entertained all afternoon. TOTFest® is a family festival with babies and pre-schoolers at its very heart, giving families with young children an opportunity to spend precious time together whilst trying out new things and most importantly, having fun!
www.totfestfestival.com
Saturday 3rd July
Festival on the Field
Sir John Lawes Playing Fields
Sat 3rd July 2021
Harpenden's very own Festival on the Field will be returning this year on July 3rd Festival on the Field is a volunteer-run fund-raising event, organised by the parents' organisations of Sir John Lawes School and Manland Primary School in Harpenden.
Sunday 11th July
Harpenden Lions Club Highland Gathering
Rothamsted Park
Sun 11th July 2021
10am - 5pm
A family oriented Scottish themed event that combines the traditional Scottish elements (Pipe Bands, Dancing and Piping competitions and Highland Games) with arena displays, stage performances, children's races, Haggis Hurling, craft, market and charity stalls, food and drink outlets, archery, climbing wall and Go Kart attractions - something for everyone!
Set in the lovely surroundings of Rothamsted Park, it offers one of the lowest cost days of family fun in Hertfordshire.
Organised by Harpenden Lions Club, the Highland Gathering is also a major fundraising event for charities and volunteer groups.
Wednesday 28th July
Classics on the Common - Provisional Date
Harpenden Common
Wed 28th July 2021
A spectacular array of over 1,000 classic cars, scooters, and motorbikes pack Harpenden Common for the annual Classics on the Common, one of the UK's largest one-day classic car events! Visitors can expect to enjoy a wide variety of cars at the event, with everything from 1913 model T Ford and a 1916 Stanley Steamer, to Rolls Royces and Maseratis making appearances in past years. The event is free to attend, though donations are encouraged.
Wednesday 4th August
Teddy Bear's Picnic
Lydekker Park
Wed 4th August 2021
11am - 2pm
The Town Council will be having its annual Teddy Bears' Picnic in Lydekker Park (off Sun Lane). The park will be alive with Teddy Bears and their small owners, as they make the most of the sun and the FREE entertainment on offer. Bring your child/children to join the Town Mayor for this family event with lots to keep you entertained in Harpenden's secret garden. Don't forget your picnic and your teddy bear.
Friday 27th August
Summer Funfair
Harpenden Common
Fri 27th August 2021 - Mon 30th August 2021
Opening times TBC.
Saturday 28th August
Summer Funfair
Harpenden Common
Fri 27th August 2021 - Mon 30th August 2021
Opening times TBC.
Sunday 29th August
Summer Funfair
Harpenden Common
Fri 27th August 2021 - Mon 30th August 2021
Opening times TBC.
Monday 30th August
Summer Funfair
Harpenden Common
Fri 27th August 2021 - Mon 30th August 2021
Opening times TBC.
Tuesday 7th September
Statty Funfair
Harpenden Common
Tue 7th September 2021 - Sat 11th September 2021
Annual Statute fun fair on the common. Opening times TBC
Wednesday 8th September
Statty Funfair
Harpenden Common
Tue 7th September 2021 - Sat 11th September 2021
Annual Statute fun fair on the common. Opening times TBC
Thursday 9th September
Statty Funfair
Harpenden Common
Tue 7th September 2021 - Sat 11th September 2021
Annual Statute fun fair on the common. Opening times TBC
Friday 10th September
Statty Funfair
Harpenden Common
Tue 7th September 2021 - Sat 11th September 2021
Annual Statute fun fair on the common. Opening times TBC
Saturday 11th September
Statty Funfair
Harpenden Common
Tue 7th September 2021 - Sat 11th September 2021
Annual Statute fun fair on the common. Opening times TBC
