Events & Activities in Rickmansworth
This page gives information on events and activities in Rickmansworth and the surrounding area, including Sarratt and Chorleywood. It is updated daily. If you would like to advertise on this website and the Facebook page, please do get in touch.
Saturday 27th July – Rickmansworth Parkrun
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate, every Saturday at 9am. The event takes place at Rickmansworth Aquadrome, Frogmoor Lane, Rickmansworth, WD3 1NB. For further information click here
Saturday 27th July – Tesco Summer Roadshow
Free outdoor summer food roadshow. Be inspired by a delicious range of food and drink to try and discover fun ways to celebrate fun & flavour this summer. Discover affordable, delicious food and savvy ways to enjoy an outdoor get together with family and friends come rain or shine. Saturday 27th July from 12 noon – 6.30pm. At Tesco Superstore, Frogmoor Wharf, Harefield Road, Rickmansworth, WD3 1LX.
Saturday 27th – Sunday 28th July – Roger the Historic Working Canal Boat
Take a tour of Roger the historic working canal boat with Rickmansworth Waterways Trust and see for yourself what it would have been like working and living on one of these barges in the late 1800’s early 1900’s. Discover what it was like to live on a narrowboat as a Victorian. Narrowboat ‘Roger’ will be at Batchworth Lock in Rickmansworth. Pop down there to take a tour and learn about life on the canal. No booking required. Saturday 27th and Sunday 28th July from 11am – 4pm. Batchworth Lock Canal Centre, Church Street, WD3 1JJ.
Sunday 28th July – Rickmansworth Market
Rickmansworth love your high street market is back on Sunday 28th July from 10.30am – 2.30pm. Food, art, craft, fun, beauty, jewellery and sustainable goods.
Monday 29th July – CPR Demonstrations
St John Ambulance in conjunction with Batchworth Community Council will be providing free demonstrations of CPR and the use of defibrillators at Basing House, Rickmansworth, on Monday 29th July from 7pm. All demonstrations will last for about an hour and a half. Attendance is limited to a maximum of 15 for each session and advance booking is required. Please contact Simon on [email protected]
Tuesday 30th July – Chatter and Natter
Chatter and Natter tables are where customers can sit if they are happy to talk to other customers, often a volunteer normally hosts. At The Kitchen Croxley, 198 Watford Rd, Croxley Green, Rickmansworth WD3 3DB, Tuesdays from 10am – 12 noon.
Tuesday 30th July – Nattercraft
Come and have a chat and a laugh whilst getting stuck into a craft or activity. You can bring your own activity/craft or get stuck in with ones provided. Tuesdays from 10am – 12 noon.
Wednesday 31st July – Back To Netball
Back to netball sessions are coach led and cover basic skill development and court play. The emphasis of these sessions is on learning new skills and having fun playing Netball with friends. Every Wednesday from 8pm – 9pm during term time, at St Clement Danes School, Chenies Road, Chorleywood, WD3 6EW. To book click here
Friday 2nd August – 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 Friday of each month from 10am – 11am, at The Kitchen, 198 Watford Road, Croxley Green, WD3 3DB.
Friday 2nd August – Knit and Natter
The group is for all levels of knitters/crocheters alike, and is free to attend. Just bring your needles and yarn and join in the chat around the table. Tea, coffee and biscuits will be provided midway through the session, no booking is required, but spaces are limited. Every Friday from 10am – 12 noon. At Croxley Green Library, Barton Way, Croxley Green, WD3 3HB.
Saturday 3rd August – Saturday Storytime
These fun, half hour sessions of songs, rhymes, drawing and colouring in are perfect for helping your child to learn language skills and are an opportunity for you to meet other families too. For children 2 – 5 years. Every first Saturday of the month from 11am – 11.30am. At Rickmansworth Library, High Street, Rickmansworth, WD3 1EH.
Saturday 3rd August – Guild Fest
The annual Guild Fest is coming back on Saturday 3rd August from 2pm – 6pm. They have stalls, art and craft, toys, snacks, games Amazon mystery parcels and much more. There will be a BBQ, a DJ in the day and Sliding Doors duo from 8pm. At Croxley Guild Of Sports and Social Club, Sports Pavillion , The Green, Rickmansworth,WD3 3HT.
Tuesday 6th August – Teddy Bear Picnic
All are welcome to join this teddy bears picnic at the Mill End Community Centre, Old School Building, Church Lane, Mill End, Rickmansworth, WD3 8HD. Bring your favourite teddy bear and enjoy a morning of fun activities, games, and treats. Do not forget to pack a picnic lunch and some extra snacks to share with your new friends. Tuesday 6th August from 11am – 1pm.
Wednesday 7th August – Booster Cushion Children’s Theatre
Booster Cushion Children’s Theatre is at Croxley Green Library, Barton Way, Croxley Green, Rickmansworth, WD3 3HB, to give another amazing one-man performance. It is ‘Peter Pan and Captain Cook’ and will be happening on Saturday 7th August from 11am. You can book at the library.
Wednesday 14th August – Memory Cafe
If you know of anyone who is living with dementia or memory loss, please let them know about this café. They will have activities, refreshments, cake and a safe place talk. Every second Wednesday of the month from 11am – 12.30pm. At Riverside Lodge, 44 Church Street, Rickmansworth, WD3 1JE.
Friday 16th August – Tots Tennis
Tots Tennis is for 2-4 year olds. It will consist of lots of fun, colourful equipment and games whilst improving their hand-eye coordination and motor skills. It is a great way to introduce your little one to tennis. They have two sessions on Friday 16th August from 10.30am – 11am and 11am – 11.30am. At Mill End Community Centre, Old School Building, Church Lane, Mill End, Rickmansworth, WD3 8HD. To book click here
Saturday 7th September – Croxfest
Croxfest is a yearly one day music festival in Croxley Green held on The Green, Croxley Green, Rickmansworth, WD3 3HY. It is free for all to attend and enjoy a varied line-up of acts in a family-friendly atmosphere. Saturday 7th September from 12 noon – 8pm. For further information click here
Wednesday 11th September – Memory Cafe
If you know of anyone who is living with dementia or memory loss, please let them know about this café. They will have activities, refreshments, cake and a safe place talk. Every second Wednesday of the month from 11am – 12.30pm. At Riverside Lodge, 44 Church Street, Rickmansworth, WD3 1JE.
Friday 13th September – Pop-Up Fridays
Come for a night of fun dancing to kick off the weekend at All Saints’ Church, The Green, Croxley Green, Rickmansworth, WD3 3HJ. Friday 13th September from 8pm – 11pm.
Friday 13th September – Friday 13th December – Tennis Lessons
Tennis lessons starting in September for all ages and abilities. Fridays from 5pm – 5.45 (4-7 year olds), 5.45pm – 6.30pm (7-9 year olds) and 6.30pm – 7.30pm (10 – 13 year olds and 14+). Led by senior coaches with group lessons or private lessons. At Rickmansworth School, Scots Hill, Croxley Green, Rickmansworth, WD3 3AQ. For further information and to book [email protected] or call 07724 251 878 or click here Friday 13th September – Friday 13th December (not including half terms).
Saturday 14th September – French Market
Come along to this French Market on Saturday 14th September from 9am – 5.30pm, on Rickmansworth High Street.
Saturday 14th September – Annual Home and Produce Show
The Croxley Green Annual Home and Produce Show is on Saturday 14th September from 2.30pm, at Yorke Mead School, Dulwich Way, Croxley Green, Rickmansworth, WD3 3PX.
Saturday 21st September – Fruit Picking and Pressing
Croxley Green parish council invites you to a delightful, free fruit picking and pressing event at Stone’s Orchard in Croxley Green. Immerse yourself in the beauty of nature as you handpick the juiciest fruits straight from the trees. Learn the art of pressing and enjoy the satisfaction of turning nature’s bounty into deliciously fresh juice. Saturday 21st September from 10am – 1pm.
Sunday 6th October – Charity Dog Show and Fete
Show off your pooch’s unique talents and win fabulous prizes while supporting a worthy cause. From cutest puppy to best trick, there’s a category for every canine champion. Do not miss this opportunity to celebrate your four-legged companions and contribute to Charities Herts Musical Memories and Herts Carer’s. There will also be an array of family-friendly activities and games. Sunday 6th October from 11am – 4.30pm. At Stone’s Orchard, Croxley Green, Rickmansworth, WD3 3HX.
Sunday 24th November – Five Star Swing at Christmas
Swing into Christmas with the unique Five Star Swing Band show. Enjoy all your favourite Christmas songs with the dynamic swing band treatment from Glenn Miller, Sinatra, Basie, Nat King Cole, jazzing up those Jingle Bells. This is a tribute show and is no way affiliated with any original artists/estates/management companies or similar shows. Sunday 24th November from 3pm. At Watersmeet Theatre, High Street, Rickmansworth WD3 1EH. To book click here
Friday 6th – Tuesday 31st December – Jack and the Beanstalk Pantomime
This year’s panto at Watersmeet Theatre, High Street, Rickmansworth WD3 1EH, will certainly grow on you. Jack and the Beanstalk runs from 6th – 31st December 2024. To book click here
