Events & Activities in Berkhamsted & Tring
This page gives information on events & activities in Berkhamsted and Tring. If you would like to advertise on this website and the Facebook page, please do get in touch.
Tuesday 30th April – Baby Group
Baby Group every Tuesdays from 10.30am – 12 noon for parents/carers and their young babies, a wonderful way to meet new people in a supportive and friendly group. At High Street Baptist Church, 89 High Street, Tring, HP23 4AB.
Tuesday 30th April – IT Champions
IT Champions offer one-to-one support, problem-solving, and online safety advice for users of the library computers and WiFi. At Tring Library, High Street, Tring, HP23 4AF. Every Tuesday from 1pm – 3pm.
Wednesday 1st May – Games Afternoon
Games Afternoon every Wednesdays from 2pm – 4pm is an afternoon of traditional games and puzzles for seniors, refreshments are served too. At High Street Baptist Church, 89 High Street, Tring, HP23 4AB
Wednesday 1st May – LEGO Club for Children
Suitable for children aged 7 to 12 years old, this club is on every Wednesday from 3.45pm – 4.45pm. At Berkhamsted Library, 185 High Street, Berkhamsted, HP4 3HB.
Thursday 2nd May – Thursday Fun Club
Play board games such as Scrabble, Othello, chess, Connect 4 and more. Quiz sessions on many different topics. Book and film reviews. Club run by the My Voice volunteers at Tring Library, High Street, Tring, HP23 4AF. Every Thursday from 4.30pm – 5.30pm. Drop in sessions, everyone is welcome, all ages.
Friday 3rd May – Friday Market
Tring Town Council hold a market every Friday morning at Church Square and Mansion Vista in Tring. Come along and see what they have on offer.
Friday 3rd May – Baby Rhyme Time
These fun, half hour sessions of songs and rhymes are perfect for helping your child to learn language skills and are an opportunity for you to meet other families too. For the comfort and safety of families they may have to limit numbers so entry to a session cannot be guaranteed. Every Friday from 10.30am – 11am. At Berkhamsted Library, 185 High Street, Berkhamsted, HP4 3HB.
Saturday 4th May – Pop Up Bazaar
A friendly local indoor market at The Town Hall in Berkhamsted, 196 High Street, HP4 3AP. Saturday 2nd March from 10am – 4pm. The first Saturday of each month but closed July and August (plus extra Sunday on December 15th (3rd Sunday) 10 – 3pm, earlier closing time)
Saturday 4th May – NCT Nearly New Sale
NCT Nearly New Sale- selling pre-loved clothes, books, toys, nursery equipment and more for children. NCT members get early entry at 10am. Saturday 4th May from 10.30am, at Tring School, Mortimer Hill, Tring, HP23 5JD.
Saturday 4th May – Storytime
These interactive story sessions are perfect for pre-school children to enjoy with their parent/carer. Join in with a mix of picture book stories and rhymes. Every Saturday from 2.15pm – 2.45pm. At Berkhamsted Library, 185 High Street, Berkhamsted, HP4 3HB.
Saturday 4th May – Local History Walk
Join a wonderful local history walks with Tring Local History Museum’s very own expert Tim Amsden, on Saturday 4th May from 4.15pm – 5.15pm. Meet at Tring library, High Street, HP23 4AF. Tim will guide you round the town telling you all sorts of facts about its history, and you will finish with a cuppa in the library. Sessions in previous years have been inspiring and fascinating. Places are limited, call in to book at the library. Another session on Thursday 23rd May.
Sunday 5th May – Berkhamsted Antiques and Vintage Market
Antiques and vintage street market runs on the first Sunday of the month from March until December. Explore the High Street filled with stalls selling an array of antique and vintage items including furniture, records, vintage clothing, books, lighting, mirrors and more. At Berkhamsted High Street, Berkhamsted, HP4 3AP, from 9.30am – 3.30pm.
Sunday 5th May – The Bull Street Food Festival
The Bull are partnering with Street Food Heroes who are linking them up with some exciting local street food vendors from the Hertfordshire area, they will also have live music in the evening. A full day of food, drink and music on Sunday 5th May from 12 noon. At The Bull, 10 High Street, Berkhamsted, HP4 2BS. The car park will be closed for the vendors, alternative parking 8 minutes walk away at Berkhamsted Station (paid) or Lower Kings Road.
Sunday 5th May – Eco Hub
Talks from Sunnyside Rural Trust on wildlife and growing your own veg and from the founder of their Food Stories – a community food growing project. They also have a seed swap in collaboration with Sunnyside Rural Trust, as well as the wonderful Parents for Future with a fabulous creative activity for the kids. First Sunday of the month from 2.30pm – 5pm. At Quaker Meeting House, 289 High Street, Berkhamsted, HP4 1AJ.
Monday 6th May – Aldbury May Fair
The Aldbury May Fair in Tring will be on Monday 6th May from 12 noon – 5pm. There will be Children’s activities, inflatables, stalls, entertainment, Maypole, Morris dancers and more.
Friday 10th May – Introduction to map and compass
Join this one-day map and compass introduction where you will learn essential navigation skills for safe route planning in various terrain. Perfect for beginners or those looking to refresh their skills, this course covers map interpretation, grid references, simple compass use, and more. At Church Farm Cafe, Station Road, Aldbury, Tring, HP23 5RS. Friday 10th May from 10am – 3pm. For further information and to book click here
Friday 10th May – Life Drawing
Regular Life Drawing session at Berkhamsted Town Hall, up in the Great Hall, 196 High Street, Berkhamsted, HP4 3AP. Bring along your own materials. Board and paper essential, any other materials are completely up to you. Easels very welcome. Friday 10th May from 10am – 1pm.
Saturday 11th May – Tring Farmers Market
Tring Farmers Market began in May 1999 to promote the sale of local food for local people. Since then it has established a reputation as a really friendly shopping experience. All food is either made or grown locally and the people serving you are usually the producers who are willing to answer any questions regarding the products. Saturday from 9am – 12.30pm. The market is on the second and fourth Saturday of the month.
Monday 13th May – Tring Big Band Extravaganza
Tring Music Partnership presents a fantastic and eclectic evening of jazz including two incredible big bands and support from the Zebra Jazz Collective. Featuring exceptional local musicians and jazz tutors alongside local students who have taken part in Tring Music Partnership workshops, this is promises to be truly memorable night out. Monday 13th May from 7.30pm, at David Evans Court Theatre, Station Road, Tring, HP23 5QY. This event is part of the Festival of Music and tickets are available now from the David Evans Court Theatre or click here
Wednesday 15th May – Romantic Reads
Join leading romance authors Dani Atkins, Jill Steeples and Clare Swatman as they discuss all things romance and the growing popularity of this genre of fiction. If you are a fan of romance you will not want to miss this event. Wednesday 15th May from 7pm at Berkhamsted Library, 185 High Street, Berkhamsted, HP4 3HB. To book click here
Friday 17th May – Charity Golf Day
Join Lindengate Charity for their Annual Charity Golf Day to raise funds for Lindengate Mental Health Charity. Teams of 4 – £95 per person. To book your place email [email protected] Friday 17th May from 9am – 5pm. At Stocks Golf Club, Stocks Road, Aldbury, Tring, HP23 5RX.
Saturday 18th May – Plant Sale and Open Garden
Come along to The Hospice Of St Francis, Spring Garden Lane, Berkhamsted, HP4 3GW, on Saturday 18th May for all your summer bedding plants, perennials, vegetables and more. Enjoy a slice of homemade cake and learn all about their stunning gardens with tours from their expert volunteer gardening team. Garden Tours: 10.15am, 12 noon and 1pm. Gardener’s Question Time: 11am and 12.45pm.
Sunday 19th May – Berkhamsted Farmers Market
Berko FM provides the opportunity for local customers to buy high quality produce direct from the producer. The massive range includes beef, pork, lamb, poultry, fish, fresh veg, bird seeds, sweet & savoury pies, muesli, plants and herbs, honey, beeswax, free range eggs, crepes, hot dogs, burgers and bacon sarnies to go, a fantastic range of breads, olive oil, rapeseed oil, ready prepared meals, a fantastic range of cheeses, apple juice, wine from a vineyard just two miles away and curry sauces to name just a few. Every third Sunday of the month from 10am – 2pm. At Town Hall, Berkhamsted, HP4 3HE.
Sunday 16th June – Marsworth Steam and Classic Rally
Hundreds of vintage and classic vehicles will be gleaming at Marsworth, including some very impressive cars, tractors, commercials and military vehicles. Stunning exhibits aside, there will also be an abundance of activities to keep all entertained and they have got more than enough to keep the young and not-so-young happy.
For the little ones and the young at heart the children’s vintage fairground is always a success, steam engine rides will be running throughout the day too and as well as the side shows there will be various events in the arena throughout the day, some enabling audience participation. Sunday 16th June from 11am – 4pm. At Startop Farm, Marsworth, Tring, HP23 4LL. Tickets available on the gate. For further information click here
Saturday 6th – Sunday 7th July – Much Ado About Nothing
Experience one of Shakespeare’s most loved comedies performed in the grounds of Tring Park’s Mansion by the Sixth Form Acting Course. BBQ food and refreshments will be available to purchase throughout the performances. It is advised that you bring a blanket or chair to sit on as this is an outdoor event. Please note that with the exception of guide and service dogs, pets are not allowed on school grounds. At Back Lawn, Tring Park School for the Performing Arts, Saturday 6th – Sunday 7th July. For further information and to book click here
Sunday 7th July – Big Deaf Summer Picnic
Bring your own picnic and blanket/chairs for a summer picnic. Families all welcome. Well behaved dogs welcome. At Ashridge Estate, Moneybury Hill, Ringshall, Berkhamsted, HP4 1LX. Free car park and free entry to the park, meet by the monument. Sunday 7th July from 12 noon – 4pm.
