Events & Activities in Abbots Langley
This page gives information on events and activities in Abbots Langley and the surrounding area. If you would like to advertise on this website and the Facebook page, please do get in touch.
Saturday 27th July – Leavesden Country Parkrun
The event takes place at Leavesden Country Park, College Road, Abbots Langley, WD5 0NX. Every Saturday from 9am. A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. For further information click here
Saturday 27th July – LEGO Club for Children
Join Abbots Langley Library, High Street, Abbots Langley, WD5 0AP, for fun sessions Saturdays. Places are limited so please book at the library. Session for children age 5 to 12 (under 8s must be accompanied by an adult) Every Saturday from 11am – 12 noon.
Monday 29th July – Bounce / Barbells
There is something for everyone, whether you are younger, older, fitter or new to exercise, these classes are truly inclusive. Bounce offers various styles of fitness on the trampoline from cardio to body flow, circuits to strength. Their strength and conditioning class incorporates a barbell to perform static moves off the trampoline with using a low level weight for high reps. Performed to pumping music, it will get your heart rate up and your body tone tight.
At One YMCA Orbital Community HUB, Haines Way, WD25 7QU. Bounce is Mondays 7pm and Tuesdays 9.30am. Barbells Thursdays 7.30pm and Saturdays 9am. For further information and to book click here
Tuesday 30th July – Meet and Compete Board Games
Abbots Langley Library Meet and Compete board games session takes place in the library every Tuesday from 2pm – 3.30pm. All are welcome and if you received a new board game for Christmas and would like to bring it along to play with others than please do so. At Abbots Langley Library, High Street, Abbots Langley, WD5 0AP.
Tuesday 30th July – Storytime
Join in with stories and rhymes, ideal for children aged 2-5 years. There is no need to book, just turn up at Abbots Langley Library, High Street, Abbots Langley, WD5 0AP. Tuesdays from 2.15pm – 2.45pm.
Wednesday 31st July – Coffee Morning
Three Rivers District Council Hillside coffee morning is running every Wednesday from 9.15am -11am. This is an informal coffee morning providing a warm space, hot drinks and company, at Hillside Community Hub, School Mead, Abbots Langley, WD5 0LB.
Thursday 1st August – Pop Up Cafe
Hot Lunch and Children’s Craft, totally free on Thursdays through August from 12 noon – 2pm. At All Saints Church Leavesden, All Saints Crescent, Watford, WD25 0LU.
Thursday 1st August – Man Made
Man Made is on Thursday 1st August from 6.45pm – 8pm, at Leavesden Country Park Hub, Off College Road, Abbots Langley, WD5 0NX. Join them in their warm and supportive environment where men can speak openly and be their true selves. They take pride in providing a non-judgmental and friendly space for all men.
Friday 2nd August – Baby Rhyme Time
These fun, half hour sessions of songs and rhymes are perfect for helping your child to learn language skills and are a great opportunity for you to meet other families too. No booking required. At Abbots Langley Library, High Street, Abbots Langley, WD5 0AP. Every Friday from 10.30am – 11am and 11.30am – 12 noon.
Saturday 3rd August – History Walk
Join the Leavesden Hospital History Association in a guided walk through the north side of Leavesden Country Park. Learn the fascinating history of the original site of the Leavesden Asylum/Hospital that once filled the grounds of the park and played such an important role in health care during its 125 years of operation on this site. Saturday 3rd August from 11.45am. To book click here At Leavesden HIVE, Off College Road, Leavesden, WD5 0NX.
Sunday 4th August – Heritage Trail
Join the Leavesden Hospital History Association in a guided walk through the south side of Leavesden Country Park. Learn about the creation of the Heritage Trail which recognises the Leavesden Aerodrome, Film Studios and Hospital, as well as, the history of the St Pancras School, Canadian Hospital/Kaki University, the Abbots Langley Hospital and the Springfield School and how they all formed part of the history and heritage of the area. Sunday 4th August from 11.45am To book click here At Leavesden HIVE, Off College Road, Leavesden, WD5 0NX.
Tuesday 6th August – Knit and Natter
Open to all, from absolute beginners to experienced knitters. Bring along all your crafts whilst enjoying a chat and a cuppa. Now 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month from 10am – 12 noon. At Abbots Langley Library, High Street, Abbots Langley, WD5 0AP. Free but donations welcome.
Tuesday 6th August – Community Choir
These workshops are fun and casual events. You need not have sung with choirs before or be able to read music. You may be amazed at what marvellous sounds you can produce. Come along and bring visitors, friends and family if you wish. On Tuesday 6th August from 7.30pm – 9pm they will be working with their current musical director, Becca Wilkins and on Tuesday 13th August, Marianne Ryall, who is director of music at St. Lawrence’s in Abbots Langley, will be putting you through our paces. For further details contact Pat at [email protected]
Wednesday 7th August – National Playday
National Playday – Free drop in at Leavesden Country Park, 1 College Road, Abbots Langley, WD5 0NX. Wednesday 7th August from 12 noon – 3pm.
Thursday 8th August – Carers Hub
If you are a carer for someone with dementia you are very welcome to join this session. Say It With A Smile are working in partnership with the wonderful carer support and mental health charity, Guideposts and are being supported by Carer Mentors from Carers in Hertfordshire at this new ‘Carers Hub’ located at Warner Bros Studios Leavesden Park, Buildings 6, Hercules Way, Leavesden, WD25 7GS. Meeting on the second Thursday of the month from 1.30pm – 3pm. For more information email: [email protected]
Monday 12th August – Chess Club
Abbots Langley Library, High Street, Abbots Langley, WD5 0AP, will be holding a Chess Club on the Second Monday of the month from 4pm – 5.30pm. Chess lovers of all ages can gather, play chess, and socialise with like-minded players. Whether you are a beginner or an expert, everyone is welcome to join. No bookings required. They will provide chess sets for your convenience, but feel free to bring your own if you prefer.
Wednesday 4th September – Compassionate Cafe
Compassionate Cafés are a place where people who have experienced a loss, such as a bereavement, can pop in for a cuppa, a cake, and a friendly person to talk to. It provides a safe environment for individuals to come together, have a friendly chat, and connect with others who may share similar experiences. First Wednesday of each month from 2pm – 3.30pm, at St Lawrence Church Café, Breakspear Room, St Lawrence Church, High Street, Abbots Langley, WD5 0AS.
Saturday 7th September – First Aid For Babies and Children
NCT Watford have arranged another in person Baby and Child First Aid course in Kings Langley on Saturday 7th September from 10am – 1pm. Their trainer from award winning Daisy First Aid will bring models so you can have a go at CPR etc. At All Saints Church, Church Lane, Kings Langley, WD4 8JS. To book click here
Saturday 14th September – Mum2mum Market
Come and shop pre loved, good condition all things baby, kids and maternity with 20 stalls to browse. Refreshments and snacks available. At All Saints Church, Leavesden, WD25 0LU. Saturday 14th September from 10.30am – 12.30pm.
Saturday 14th September – Abbots Autumn Fest
The Abbots Autumn Fest is on Saturday 14th September, a local community event with live music, games, entertainment, raffle, produce and craft stalls and more. At School Mead, Abbots Langley, WD5 OLA.
Wednesday 18th September – Becoming Dad
Becoming Dad is an inclusive information session for new and expectant fathers to help them to connect with and understand their babies’ needs. Supported by trained facilitators from the Family Support Service, this session offers expectant and new fathers an informal and relaxed space to talk through any thoughts and challenges dad-to-dad as they transition into parenthood. This is a hands-on session where your baby aged 0 – 1 year comes too. Wednesday 18th September from 6pm – 8pm, at Leavesden Family Centre, Leavesden, WD25 7QZ. To book click here
Saturday 28th September – Community Market
Community market organised by the volunteers from Abbots in Transition. Find locally made, sustainably produced crafts and goodies to buy. At The Henderson Hub, High Street, Abbots Langley, WD5 0AR. Saturday 6th July from 9.30am – 12 .30pm. next 28th November.
Saturday 5th October – South West Herts Model Railway Society
Ever popular mini exhibition where South West Herts Model Railway Society club and members layouts are in attendance. Saturday 5th October from 10am – 1pm. At All Saints Church Leavesden, All Saints Crescent, WD25 0LU.
Saturday 23rd November – First Aid For Babies and Children
NCT Watford have arranged another in person Baby and Child First Aid course in Kings Langley on Saturday 23rd November from 10am – 1pm. Their trainer from award winning Daisy First Aid will bring models so you can have a go at CPR etc. At All Saints Church, Church Lane, Kings Langley, WD4 8JS. To book click here
Saturday 7th December – All Saints’ Church Christmas Market
Come along on Saturday 7th December from 10am – 1pm, at All Saints’ Church Hall, All Saints Crescent, Leavesden, WD25 0LU, for this year’s Christmas market. There will be children’s activities, including a tombola and a Santa’s grotto. They have new stalls where you can buy craft items, as well as cake and refreshments stalls; a great chance to buy some Christmas presents.
