GM, locals ☕

Hertford’s doing that thing again… quietly overdelivering.

One minute you’re thinking “not much on this week” - next minute you’ve got rock tribute nights, paint-and-sip afternoons, wine suppers, riverside walks and a full-on girls’ night belting out throwback hits.

It’s a full-on variety pack this week.

Whether you’re in the mood to get out, get creative, eat well, or just keep the kids entertained over the last bit of Easter… you’ve got options. Good ones.

As always - we’ve done the digging, so you can get straight to the fun.

👇 Here’s what we’ve got this week:

• Things To Do & Events

• Community Highlights

• Kiddies Scoop

• Eye Catching Deal: Pizza Tasting Night

• Property Of The Week: Family Home

• Weather: Best days: Today & Tomorrow

• Mind, Health & Fitness

• Extra Sprinkles: Blueberry Cottage Cheese Pancake Bites

THINGS TO DO & EVENTS

🎭 ARTS + ENTERTAINMENT

Guns 2 Roses - Guns N’ Roses Tribute
📅 Fri. 10 Apr | 7:30-11pm 📍 Corn Exchange, Hertford
Expect all the iconic anthems, big energy and a proper rock night out from a band that’s toured globally and even performed with original GNR members.
🎟 Right here

Red Hot Chili Peppers UK - Tribute Night
📅 Sat. 11 Apr | 7:30–11pm 📍 Corn Exchange, Hertford
All the biggest hits, fan favourites and funk-filled classics - performed with incredible attention to detail, right down to the sound and style of the originals.
🎟 £12 adv / £15 door - Info here

Adults Paint & Slurp - Glowing Sunset Workshop
📅 Mon. 13 Apr | 1-3:30pm 📍 Artshed Arts Centre, Westmill Farm, Ware
A relaxed, creative afternoon painting a glowing sunset on canvas. Sip on a cuppa while you’re guided step-by-step - perfect for unwinding and trying something new.
🎟 £40 pp - Details here

Celebrity Talk: Adam Frost
📅 Thu. 23 Apr | 7:30pm 📍 BEAM, Hertford
Award-winning garden designer and BBC Gardeners’ World favourite Adam Frost heads out on tour with his most personal show yet. Expect stories from a life shaped by plants, travel and creativity - from designing gardens in Japan to meeting lifelong heroes.
🎟 Book here

The Big Pants Party
📅 Fri. 24 Apr | 7:30pm 📍 BEAM, Hertford
The ultimate girls’ night out! Expect big vocals, live music and a feel-good soundtrack packed with iconic hits celebrating fun, friendship and a little nostalgia. Grab your squad, dress up and get ready for a proper singalong.
🎟 £33 pp - Info here

Blue & White Decorative Plate Painting Workshop
📅 Tue. 28 Apr | 7-9:30pm 📍 Southern Maltings, Ware
Explore the beauty of classic blue-and-white ceramics in this relaxed gouache workshop. Create your own plate-inspired artwork on paper, learning how to build intricate patterns, borders and storytelling designs inspired by traditional styles.
🎟 £25 pp - More here

🏰 COMMUNITY + FAMILY

Mayor of Hertford Rivers Walk
📅 Sun. 19 Apr | 10:30am 📍 Starting at BEAM, Hertford
A guided circular walk exploring Hertford’s rivers, their history and local wildlife 🌿 Expect around 2 hours of gentle walking (some uneven terrain), followed by teas and coffees at Hertford Castle.
🎟 Free (donations welcome)

👉🏼 Here’s two not to be missed events for the foodies out there:

Wine Supper Club at The Granary Kitchen
📅 Thu. 23 Apr | 7pm 📍 Tewinbury Farm, Hertford
A relaxed, long-table dining experience celebrating seasonal food and thoughtfully paired wines. In partnership with Humble Grape, enjoy a multi-course menu by Chef Micheseal, with each dish introduced alongside its pairing - all set in a beautiful farm setting.
🎟 £75 pp - Book here

Cook Well, Spend Less
📅 Tue. 28 Apr | 3-6pm 📍 The Joyful Sprout, Ware
A friendly, hands-on cooking workshop designed to help you plan and cook nutritious meals on a budget. Learn simple tips, cook a delicious plant-based dish together and enjoy it at the end with others. All ingredients and equipment provided.
🎟 Free - Info here

🌱 HEALTH + WELLBEING

The Art of Flow - Movement, Art & INK-tuition
📅 Sat. 11 Apr | 11:30am-3pm 📍 Cucumber Fields, AL9 6JB
A calming half-day retreat to welcome Spring. Start with an uplifting yoga flow to reconnect and reset, then move into a mindful art session using alcohol inks and zen doodling to tap into creativity and flow. A beautiful mix of movement, relaxation and self-expression.
🎟 £88 pp - Details here

COMMUNITY HIGHLIGHTS

⭐️ BEAM Update - Support Local Theatre
Hertford’s BEAM theatre and cinema is currently facing a challenging year, with lower-than-expected ticket sales impacting overall income.

The good news? A refreshed business plan is on the way, alongside recent improvements like a new website - all part of efforts to strengthen the venue moving forward.

If you’ve been meaning to go, this is your sign - supporting local shows, films and events at BEAM really does make a difference ❤️

🏡 New Funding Secured for East Herts Local Plan
East Herts Council has secured over £108,000 in government funding to support the development of its new Local Plan.

After pausing public consultation last year while awaiting updated planning regulations, the council continued behind-the-scenes work - meaning they’re now ready to move quickly. Plan-making will officially begin in June, followed by a six-week public engagement period.

The new Local Plan will shape future housing and development across the district, aiming to ensure growth is sustainable and supported by the right infrastructure - with community input playing a key role from the start.

🚧 Update on Flooded St Andrew Street Subway
Hertfordshire County Council has confirmed the St Andrew Street subway has been closed for three weeks due to flooding caused by a failed pump.

A replacement pump is on the way, with repairs set to be prioritised once it arrives. In the meantime, the council is exploring temporary measures and directing pedestrians to alternative crossing routes.

KIDDIES SCOOP

Easter Inflatable Pool Sessions
📅 Thu. 9 Apr | 11am & 12pm 📍 Hartham Leisure Centre, Hertford
A fun-filled splash session for kids this Easter 💦 Expect inflatables, plenty of energy and lots of laughs in the pool - great for keeping little ones active over the holidays.
🎟 £7.50 pp

🔥 EYE CATCHING DEAL

Grab a drink and a free pizza tasting at Brew Garden on Thurs. 16th April.

🏡 PROPERTY OF THE WEEK

If you’ve been waiting for a proper family home in Foxholes… this one’s worth a look 👇 A beautifully kept (and extended) four-bedroom detached home.

Downstairs, you’ve got a welcoming entrance hall, a handy downstairs loo and a bright sitting room at the front. It then opens up into a spacious, dual-aspect dining/living area - the kind of space that actually works for real life… whether that’s family dinners, hosting friends, or both at once.

The kitchen is clean, well looked after, and practical - with plenty of storage - and leads through to a separate utility room (aka where the chaos lives) and access to the garage.

Upstairs is just as solid: a generous main bedroom with fitted wardrobes and its own en-suite, plus three more good-sized bedrooms and a modern family bathroom.

In short: loads of space, great layout, and a proper family home in a top Hertford spot.

👉 Check it out here

🌦 HERTFORD WEATHER: 7 - 13 Apr 2026

A bright start to the week with sunshine and warmer temps midweek before things turn a bit cooler and cloudier from Friday onwards. A chance of showers on Thursday, but overall a decent mix of spring sunshine and fresh, crisp days.

Best days: Wednesday for warmth, Tuesday for clear skies 🌤

✨ MIND, HEALTH + FITNESS

Life’s messy, plans go sideways - this episode is about how to reset, get unstuck, and move forward with clarity when things don’t go how you expected.

Through a conversation with a cognitive scientist, it breaks down why change feels so hard - and gives you practical ways to stop spiralling, rebuild confidence, and start fresh.

🧁 EXTRA SPRINKLES

Blueberry Vanilla Cream Cottage Cheese Pancake Bites 🥞🫐
Fluffy, protein-packed and ridiculously easy - perfect for a quick breakfast or grab-and-go snack.

Ingredients (makes ~24 bites):
• 1 cup cottage cheese
• 1/2 cup rolled oats
• 2 eggs
• 1/4 cup fresh blueberries
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 tbsp maple syrup
• 1/2 tsp baking powder

💪 ~35 kcal per bite | 3g protein

Method:

1. Preheat & blend - Heat oven to 175°C. Blend cottage cheese, oats, eggs, vanilla, maple syrup and baking powder until smooth.

2. Add blueberries - Gently fold in (don’t crush them).

3. Fill tray - Spoon into a greased mini muffin tin (about 3/4 full).

4. Bake - 12-15 mins until golden. Cool slightly, then enjoy.

⏱ 10 min prep | 15 min bake

Top tip: Use full-fat cottage cheese for extra creaminess - they keep well in the fridge for a few days or freeze perfectly for easy snacks.

Now you’re brilliantly up to date, Hertford.

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