GM, locals 👋

There’s a really nice mix to dip into this week - from live music and creative workshops to a few lovely wellness sessions and even a brand new dining spot just down the road!

We’ve got everything from paint & sip evenings and pottery workshops to after-school yoga for the kids and a couple of “one to book” foodie moments too. Plus, a few local updates (hello new gym + padel courts 👀) keeping things interesting on the Hertford scene.

👇 Here’s what we’ve got for you this week:

• On Our Radar: Zodiac Restaurant

• Things To Do & Events

• Community Highlights

• Kiddies Scoop: After School Yoga

• Eye Catching Deal: Free Mains Anyone?

• Property Of The Week

• Weather

• Mind, Health & Fitness: The 8+8+8 Rule?

• Extra Sprinkles: Thai Chicken Drunken Noodles

🤩 ON OUR RADAR:

Zodiac at Hanbury Manor Marriott Hotel & Country Club

THINGS TO DO & EVENTS

🎭 ARTS + ENTERTAINMENT

Something for tonight…👉 Luke Chappell (Live)
📅 Tue. 14 Apr | 20:00-23:00 📍 Corn Exchange, Hertford
Rising indie artist Luke Chappell brings big vocals, anthemic hooks and proper singalong energy - with a sound fans of Sam Fender and Oasis will love. One to catch while he’s still playing intimate venues.
🎟 £10 adv / £13 door - Info here

William Butcher Art Showcase
📅 Sat. 18 Apr | 10:00-17:00 📍 BEAM, Hertford
A chance to explore original artworks and limited edition prints from local artist William Butcher, with bespoke commissions and framing also available.
🎟 Free entry - Details here

Craig Revel Horwood: Revelations - Songs Boys Don’t Sing
📅 Sat. 25 Apr | 7:30pm 📍 BEAM, Hertford
A glitter-filled evening of music, stories and Strictly sparkle from TV favourite Craig Revel Horwood - expect big songs, backstage tales and plenty of glamour.
🎟 From £37.40 - Book here

Slip Casting Pottery Workshop
📅 Sat. 25 Apr | 13:00-14:30📍 Tewinbury Farm Hotel
Get hands-on with marbled porcelain slip-casting in this relaxed 1.5-hour workshop with Bryony Applegate. Create your own trio of unique cups while learning the basics of this beautiful ceramic technique.
🎟 £60 pp | Limited to 10 spaces - Details here

Adults Paint & Sip Workshop
📅 Tue. 28 Apr | 18:30-21:00 📍 The Cowper Arms
A relaxed and creative evening where art meets atmosphere - paint, sip and unwind as you’re guided through your own canvas creation.
🎟 £35 pp - Book here

🏰 COMMUNITY + FAMILY

Creative Writing Sessions
📅 Wed. 29 Apr 📍 BEAM Kitchen & Bar
A relaxed and welcoming space to explore creative writing with guidance from Shashi at The Story Sanctuary. Whether you’re a complete beginner or just fancy getting back into writing, expect prompts, ideas and plenty of encouragement.
🎟 Free - Info here

🌱 HEALTH + WELLBEING

Laughter Yoga
📅 Every Fri from 17 Apr | 10:00am 📍 57 High Street, Ware
A feel-good session focused on breathing, laughter exercises and guided relaxation - designed to lift your mood and leave you feeling refreshed. No poses, no pressure… just plenty of smiles
🎟 First session FREE | No booking needed

The Art of Movement & Sound
📅 Sun. 19 Apr | 11:00-13:00 📍 Hertford Hearing
A beautifully calming two-hour experience combining gentle Pilates, mindful movement and an immersive sound bath - designed to leave you feeling fully reset and restored.
🎟 Limited spaces - Details here

Beltane Women’s Circle
📅 Thu. 30 Apr | 19:30-21:00 📍 Mudlarks Allotment, Hertford
Mark the start of summer with a relaxed evening of connection, meditation and seasonal rituals - including flower crown making and a fireside sharing circle.
🎟 £15 pp - Info here

COMMUNITY HIGHLIGHTS

🏋️‍♀️ 24-Hour Gym Proposed for Lea Wharf

A new 24-hour gym could be coming to Lea Wharf, with plans submitted to East Herts Council for approval. The proposal would see PureGym take over units overlooking the main square and river, bringing a mix of cardio, strength training, classes and personal training to the town centre.

The site’s central location means it’s easily accessible by foot and public transport - and the plans suggest minimal late-night usage, with no classes running overnight.

That said, the 24-hour aspect has raised some concerns from nearby residents, particularly around noise and disruption.

If approved, it would mark a big addition to Hertford’s fitness offering - and another step in the ongoing development of Lea Wharf.

🎾 Padel Courts Coming to Hertford

Padel continues to boom - and Hertford is next in line to get in on the action.

A new venue from Pulse Padel is set to open in Riverside Lower Hatfield Road this July, bringing three courts and an 18-hole themed adventure golf course to the area.

Open daily from 7am-11pm, the space will also include a social area serving drinks, plus a sports shop - making it more than just a quick game, but a proper hangout spot too.

ℹ️ More info + 4 other Hertfordshire Padel courts here.

💡 Good to know:

Tewinbury Farm will be closed from 15-22 April for a private event, with everything reopening as normal from 11am on the 22nd.

KIDDIES SCOOP

After School Yoga | Move & Meditate
📅 Tue. 21 Apr | 16:10-16:55 📍 BEAM, Hertford
A calm and fun after-school session for 4-13 year olds, focused on movement, relaxation and building confidence - all while making new friends along the way. A lovely way to help kids unwind after a busy school day.
🎟 Booking required - Details here

🔥 EYE CATCHING DEAL

The Cowper Arms, Cole Green

Enjoy a complimentary main with every main purchased (until Thurs. 16th April) 🍔 

📲 Download the Premium Country Pub Collection app to unlock your voucher and book your table

🏡 PROPERTY OF THE WEEK

A modern, move-in-ready family home that ticks all the right boxes.

You’ve got four generous double bedrooms (including a main with ensuite), a bright and welcoming living room with a sleek media wall, and a brand-new kitchen/dining space that really is the heart of the home - perfect for everyday life and hosting alike.

Add in a separate utility room, a stylish family bathroom and a calm, peaceful setting… and you’ve got a home that’s as practical as it is easy to love.

👉🏼 Check out the property here

🌦 HERTFORD WEATHER: 14 - 20 Apr 2026

We’re kicking off with some decent spring energy - mild, bright and dry on Tues - before a brief dip midweek with a touch of rain on Weds. From Thurs onwards, it settles nicely into a run of mostly dry, partly cloudy days with temperatures hovering in the mid-to-high teens.

👉 Best days: Tuesday for sunshine, and Friday looks like the warmest pick of the week.

All in all - a pretty solid week to get out and about.

✨ MIND, HEALTH + FITNESS

The 8+8+8 Rule (A Simple Reset That Actually Works)

Most of us don’t lack time… we just lack structure.

That constant feeling of being tired or overwhelmed? It’s often not about doing too much - it’s about having no clear rhythm to your day. Scrolling feels like rest, overworking feels like progress…but both can leave you running on empty.

A simple way to reset things:

• 8 hours → Work (focused & intentional)
• 8 hours → Sleep (non-negotiable)
• 8 hours → Life

And that last 8 hours of ? That’s where the good stuff lives - family, friends, movement, hobbies, proper downtime.

Get this balance even roughly right… and everything starts to feel a whole lot more in control.

@the.mindspire

🧁 EXTRA SPRINKLES

Spice up your midweek meal with this flavour packed Thai Chicken Drunken Noodle recipe 👇

Now you’re brilliantly up to date, Hertford.

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