Events & Activities in Hertford & Ware
This page gives information on events and activities in Hertford and Ware. It is updated daily. If you would like to advertise on this website and the Facebook page, please do get in touch.
Wednesday 1st May – Stitch Cafe
Maltings Stitch Café is a fortnightly drop-in group for those seeking to stitch, make new friends and share ideas. Whether your style is embroidery or machine stitching, felting or tapestry, everyone is welcome to this friendly group. You can bring your own projects to work on, whilst socialising in the Café, with a cuppa. This is a drop in session open to all, with no need to book, so just pop by and say hello. Fortnightly on Wednesdays from 10am – 1pm. At Southern Maltings, Kibes Lane, Ware, SG12 7BS. Next 15th May.
Friday 3rd May – Ware Country Market
Weekly Country Market with plenty of goods on offer from local bakers, producers and makers all under one roof. Fridays from 9am – 12 noon. At Leaside Church and Community Centre, High Street, Ware, SG12 9BT.
Friday 3rd May – Baby Group
Hertford Baptist Church are launching a brand new group for parents and carers with babies aged 0-1, on Friday in term time from 10am -11.30am. There is no need to book, just come along and join them. Runs in term time. If you would like more information, do drop us an email: [email protected]
Saturday 4th May – Coffee Morning
There is always a delicious selection of home-made cakes and bakes to tempt you, along with fresh coffee, tea and drinks for children. There are usually items for sale and always a very warm welcome. The first Saturday of every month from 10.30am – 12.30pm. At St Andrew’s, St Andrew Street, Hertford, SG14 1HZ.
Sunday 5th May – Pop Up Sustainable Market
This will be a mixed market, showcasing everything you can do in every area of your life to make small changes to help you be more sustainable. From locally made natural beauty products, to upcycled jewellery, furniture or clothes, they can all help reuse and recycle in their purchasing to help the planet. They will have local charities giving information and demonstrations and workshops for you to learn new skills.
Pre-bookable workshops will be available and local vegan street food stalls. Expect the usual high standard of scrummy food and amazing handcrafted or unique gifts from our local artisans and creatives. Sunday 5th May from 10am – 3pm. At Southern Maltings, Kibes Lane, Ware, SG12 7BS.
Sunday 5th May – Adults Aerial
Join this friendly and welcoming adults aerial circus classes. You do not need to be fit or bendy or strong. Everyone can try aerial and their classes are really fun, non-competitive and supportive. Learn static trapeze, rope and silks at your own pace. Suitable for total beginners. These classes are for ages 16yrs – 100yrs and absolutely everyone is welcome. Book any single class, make sure you fill out their consent form, and come along. Every Sunday from 1.30pm – 2.45pm. To book click here
Monday 6th May – Games Night
Bring along your friends and family for a fun evening Mondays from 4pm. Free to join. Weekly until at least 24th June. At Blackbirds, 15-17 Parliament Square, Hertford, SG14 1EX.
Tuesday 7th May – Knit and Natter
A social group for catching up and making new friends, so why not pop along and meet some lovely people for a natter and if you want you can knit too. Every Tuesday from 10am, at The Farmers Boy Brickendon, 1 Brickendon Lane, Brickendon, Hertford, SG13 8NU.
Tuesday 7th May – Toddler Group
Hertford Baptist Church have a toddler group for parents and carers with babies aged 0-4, on Tuesdays from 10am -11.30am. There is no need to book, just come along and join them. Runs in term time. If you would like more information, do drop us an email: [email protected]
Tuesday 7th May – IT Champions
IT Champions offer one-to-one support, problem-solving, and online safety advice for users of the library computers and WiFi. At Ware Library, 87 High Street, Ware, SG12 9AD. Every Tuesday from 2pm – 4pm.
Wednesday 8th May – Hertford Castle: Outside Tour
Outdoor guided tour showcasing the Castle’s amazing history over the years from William the Conqueror to the present day. Led by the Friends of Hertford Castle, an invaluable group of volunteers who help conduct Castle Tours and steward at Castle Open Days, who have a wealth of historical knowledge. This 75 minute guided tour of the Castle grounds will give insight into the amazing history that lies “within these walls’. The tour will take place on Wednesday 8th May from 7pm – 8.15pm. At Hertford Castle, Castle Street, SG14 1HR. To book click here
Thursday 9th May – Hertford Jazz Jam
Hertford Jazz Jam welcomes jazzers of all abilities on the second Thursday of every month from 7.30pm – 10.30pm, at the Hertford Club, Lombard House, Bull Plain, Hertford, SG14 1DT. Bring your instrument, sticks or voice to join in with the house band, or just come to listen and enjoy the chaos.
Saturday 11th May – Farmers’ Market
This Farmers Market in Hertford takes place in Market Place on the second Saturday of every month and features produce from the local area. The market is open from 8.30am – 1pm and features produce from local livestock, poultry and dairy farmers, together with fruit and vegetables, honey, preserves and bakery products from the countryside surrounding Hertford.
Sunday 12th May – Hertford Pride Family Day
A family friendly event celebrating diversity and inclusion ar Hertford Castle, with food and drink stalls and live entertainment throughout the day. The event is free of charge to attend, you are however welcome to donate to the Mayor of Hertford’s Charity Appeal Fund. At Hertford Castle, Castle Street, SG14 1HR. The Castle grounds can be accessed by foot at any of the following pedestrian gates: Castle Street, St Andrew Street Car Park, Main Castle Gate off The Wash or through the Moat Garden on Castle Street. Sunday 12th May from 12 noon – 4pm.
Sunday 19th May – Farmers’ Market
Monthly Farmers Market at Tudor Square, Ware, SG12 9XF, with an array of stalls offering quality food and drink, made locally by small independent producers and businesses. Held on the 3rd Sunday of the month, every market will have a twist or theme. Pop by and pick up something delicious, enjoy food demonstrations and live music. Sunday from 10am – 1pm.
Sunday 19th May – Herts Book Festival
The Herts Book Festival is an annual festival for the benefit of the people in Hertfordshire. The Herts Book Festival is a free event for people of all reading ages and abilities. Come and enjoy this local author market (40 local authors showcasing their works), talks, storytelling, the book exchange (bring a book, take a book), crafts, face painting and more.
The festival will be held across all the rooms at Southern Maltings, Kibes Lane, Ware, SG12 7BS, both upstairs and downstairs. The downstairs café and upstairs bar area will be available for refreshments on the day. Sunday 19th May from 10am – 4pm.
Saturday 1st June – Broxbourne Community Choir Concert
This concert has a range of styles of music for all to enjoy. James Bond hits, West Side Story songs, ABBA anthems and Sea Shanties to celebrate 250 years of the NRLI. The choir will be joined by two talented young singers, Emily Chambers and Elise Moody and a host of wonderful musicians. Proceeds from the Raffle will go towards helping young musicians in local schools. Saturday 1st June from 3pm, at Christ Church, Ware, SG12 7BS.
Sunday 9th June – Mum2mum Market
Come and shop pre loved, good condition all things baby, children and maternity with 20+ stalls to browse. At The Riverside Hall, The Age Concern Centre, Priory Street, WARE, SG12 0DE. On Sunday 9th June from 10am – 12 noon.
Saturday 29th June – Johns’ Boys Welsh Male Choir
Johns’ Boys Welsh Male Choir from North Wales is one of the most decorated British male choirs in history. The choir have gathered millions of new followers since appearing on the live shows of Britain’s Got Talent. Johns’ Boys Welsh Male Choir brings a ground-breaking, modern twist to the traditional Welsh Male Voice Choir. Experience the unforgettable sound of Johns’ Boys they embark on their 2024 UK Tour. They will be at The Courtyard, Edgar Street, Hereford, HR4 9JR, on Saturday 29th June from 7.30pm. To book click here
Sunday 4th August – Rock at the Castle
Rock the Castle is a hugely popular annual music festival set within the spectacular grounds of Hertford Castle, which is suitable for all the family, and features a wide range of music tastes from folk, indie, rock, soul, and pop across three stages. Sunday 4th August from 12 noon – 7pm. At Hertford Castle, The Castle, Hertford, SG14 1HR.
