April and May DatesAlpaca Walk ExperienceApril: Sat 25th-10.30am & 1pmMay: Sat 2nd-10.30am & 1pm, Fri 8th-10.30am, Sat 9th-10.30am, Sat 16th-10.30am & 1pm,Fri 29th-10.30am, Sat 30th-1pmAlpaca Stroll: May: Fri 1st-10.30am, Sat 9th-1pm, Sat 30th-10.30amAlpaca Adventure: May: Fri 1st-1pm Yew Tree Alpacas, Anstey, Nr Buntingford, SG9 0DA 01763 848257www.yewtreealpacas.co.uk
This year, company director of Hertford Drylining, Kenneth Hayes, will be riding all 21 stages of The Tour de France on behalf of Cure Leukaemia, alongside a team of amateur cyclists – one week ahead of the professionals.This challenge will see the team tackle all 21 stages (approximately 3,500km) and they are doing it to
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© Chris Hornby Enchanting and iconic, bluebells are a sign that spring is in full swing. Look out for the unmistakable deep violet-blue flowers, which often emerge from April onwards, in the woodland areas around the local villages. Hayley WoodIn the spring you will find the woods scattered with bluebells. Whilst the site is temporarily
We have extended the deadline for World Book Day voucher redemption until Friday 10th April, with a full range of titles still available, come in and exchange your voucher or purchase for just £1.There’s plenty to keep readers entertained over the Easter holidays, including a wide range of books on a 3 for 2 offer,
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After more than two decades leading teams in the pharmaceutical industry, Nathalie Cordell swapped boardrooms for something altogether more inward.Living in rural Hertfordshire, she retrained as a psycho-spiritual coach and began writing the book she wishes she’d had during her own midlife turning point.Awakening the Sleeping Queen: How to Reclaim Your Feminine Wisdom and Power
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Photo credit, and reproduced with kind permission, JohnArgent Productions Royston Cave was discovered by accident in 1742 by workmen erecting a bench in the market above.A millstone was found in the ground which, when lifted, uncovered a vertical, well-like shaft which led to a man-made and beehive shaped cave.Royston Cave remains an enigma. No records
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By Ken McDonald, Secretary Much Hadham Forge Museum Horses were once very important in everyday life. This changed quickly with the advent of tractors, trucks and the motor car.Horses were used extensively in agriculture; they also hauled delivery carts and buses and everything in between. Some of us may remember the horse-drawn milk float or
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One of Hertfordshire’s popular country shows, Barkway Market returns on Saturday 9th May.The event dates back to medieval times and was re-established in 1977 as a ‘Street Market’ when residents wanted to raise money for a village party to celebrate the Queen’s Silver Jubilee.Nowadays, the annual Market is organised by a team of volunteers on
Map available at: www.friendsoftherfieldheath.org.uk Why not venture out for a walk this Easter to see the Pasque Flowers?Pulsatilla Vulgaris is the rather uninspiring name for the bright purple and yellow flower featured on our cover this month. It’s more commonly known as Pasque Flower and, rather more excitingly, as Dane’s Blood.The Pasque Flower is now
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Ashwell at Home is an annual fundraising event held in the village of Ashwell in North Herts, when this beautiful and historic village welcomes visitors from near and far for a whole day of entertainment and experiences.2026 promises again to be a super day, as we are also going to be holding a Farm-to-Fork mini-festival
Buntingford Shorts have received nearly 1800 submissions from across the world for their upcoming ninth film festival.After extensive watching of over 200 hours of film, their small committee have shortlisted the final 18 films in the international film category with three films in each of the six genres: Animation, Comedy, Documentary, Drama, Horror and Music
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Reed Cricket Club has been a proud part of village life in Hertfordshire since 1956.The club is celebrating its 70th anniversary in 2026, marking seven decades as a much-loved fixture in the local community. Located in the picturesque village of Reed (SG8 8AX), the club welcomes players of all ages to enjoy cricket in a
