Good Morning Hertford,

This week is about to get so much better (and it’s not only because of the glorious weather coming our way).

With a huge Bank Holiday weekend ahead, half-term activities for the kids, comedy festivals, reopening parties and plenty happening around town, this week’s edition is packed with reasons to get out and enjoy Hertford properly.

Locally Yours x

👇 Here’s this week’s lineup:

• Things To Do & Events

• Community Highlight

• Kiddies Scoop: Half-term activities

• Eye Catching Deal 👀

• Property Of The Week

• Weather: Hallelujah!

• Mind, Health & Fitness: Sunday planning for your week

• Extra Sprinkles: Cheesy lentil burrito bowl

THINGS TO DO & EVENTS

🎭 ARTS + ENTERTAINMENT

Quiz Night
📅 Wed. 20 May | 20:00-22:00 📍 The White Horse, Hertford
Round up your smartest mates for quiz night at The White Horse, hosted by Neil McNulty. Maximum six per team, so choose wisely 👀
🎟 £2 pp - No booking required

The Smyths
📅 Thu. 21 May | From 19:30 📍 Corn Exchange, Hertford
Widely regarded as one of the best Smiths tribute acts around, The Smyths bring all the iconic hits and indie nostalgia in a full two-set live show for fans old and new.
🎟 £17.50 adv / £21 door - Book here

BEAM Comedy Festival
📅 23 - 24 May 📍 BEAM, Hertford
A full weekend dedicated to comedy, bringing together stand-up shows, live podcast recordings, comedy films and Work In Progress performances from big names and Fringe favourites alike. Expect plenty of laughs, live DJs and proper festival energy throughout the venue.
🎟 Tickets sold per event - Details here

Spring Fling
📅 Mon. 25 May | 12:00-20:00 📍 The Old Barge, Hertford
Live music, Bank Holiday vibes and riverside drinks? Sounds like a good Monday to us. Head to The Old Barge for an afternoon of music, food and sunshine by the water.
🎟 Free entry - Food & drink purchases required for tables

🏰 COMMUNITY + FAMILY

Within These Walls Guided Tours
📅 Wed. 20 May | 18:30-19:30 📍 Hertford Castle
Step inside the stories of Hertford Castle with a guided outdoor tour led by the Friends of Hertford Castle. Expect fascinating local history, hidden details and plenty of colourful tales from centuries past.
🎟 £5 pp - Book here

The Greyhound Reopening Party
📅 Sat. 23 May | 17:00-20:00 📍 The Greyhound, Bengeo
The Greyhound is officially back open and celebrating with live music, cocktails, food trucks and hopefully some glorious sunshine too.
🎟 Free entry - Table bookings recommended

Gorgeous Georgians Guided Walk
📅 Mon. 25 May | 14:00-15:30 📍 Hertford Town Centre
Discover Hertford’s Georgian past on this lively guided walk packed with highwaymen, poets, eccentric aristocrats and elegant architecture. A brilliant way to see the town through a completely different lens.
🎟 £8 pp - Details here

Rivers Day
📅 Tue. 26 May | 13:00-15:00 📍 Hertford Castle
Celebrate Herts Rivers Week with free river-themed family fun at Hertford Castle, including crafts, wildlife activities and even free duck food to take home.
🎟 Free entry - No booking required

🌱 HEALTH + WELLBEING

Yoga for Runners
📅 Wed. 20 May | 19:00-20:15 📍 The Secret Space, Fore Street
A specialised monthly yoga class designed for runners, helping support mobility, recovery and overall wellbeing alongside your running routine.
🎟 Class pass accepted - Book here

Better Health Bus
📅 Wed. 20 May | 10:00-16:00 📍 Fleming Crescent, Hertford
The Better Health Bus is stopping by Sele Farm offering free blood pressure checks, stop smoking support and friendly wellbeing advice. Pop by for a quick check-in or a chat with the team.
🎟 Free - No booking required

COMMUNITY HIGHLIGHTS

🧩 Bengeo Gets A Colourful New Landmark
A colourful new community mosaic has appeared in Bengeo Street and it’s packed with local landmarks, from St Leonard’s Church and the Bengeo water tower to The Greyhound, White Lion and The Little Theatre.

Created by local residents alongside artist Claire Costello and the Love Bengeo Community Group, the project is a lovely reminder of what happens when a community gets creative together.

🌼 Hertford in Bloom 2026 Is Launching
Hertford is officially getting its gardening glow-up this summer with the launch of Hertford in Bloom 2026.

The town-wide competition is open to residents, schools, businesses and community groups across SG13 & SG14 - whether you’ve got a sprawling garden, a balcony or just an ambitious window box. There’s even a tallest sunflower category for the kids 🌻

KIDDIES SCOOP

🎈 HALF-TERM FUN

Need to keep the kids entertained next week without hearing “I’m bored” 47 times a day? We’ve got you. From football camps and creative museum mornings to giant doodle sessions and a full-on K-pop spectacular, there’s plenty happening locally to fill the half-term diary 👇

Knebworth Gardens & Park
📅 Sat. 23 - Sun. 31 May | 10:30-17:00 📍 Knebworth House
From dinosaur trails and outdoor adventures to gardens, playgrounds and picnic spots, Knebworth is fully open all week for May half term. An easy family day out with plenty of space for kids to run wild.
🎟 Admission charges apply - Details here

K-pop Live
📅 Mon. 25 May | 14:00 📍 South Mill Arts, Bishop’s Stortford
A high-energy live tribute show celebrating the world of K-pop, packed with huge hits, slick choreography and all the fan-favourite moments inspired by BTS, BLACKPINK and more. Expect full concert energy from start to finish.
🎟 From £29.50 - Book here

Half Term Activities
📅 Tue. 26 - Thu. 28 May | 10:00-13:00 📍 Hertford Museum
Drop into Hertford Museum for arts, crafts and creative half-term fun across three mornings. A simple, easy local activity to keep little hands busy.
🎟 £4 per child - No booking required

Football Camp
📅 Tue. 26 - Thu. 28 May | 09:30-15:30 📍 Hertingfordbury Park
An action-packed football camp for Years 2-8 with coaching from Hertford Town FC coaches and players. Great for energetic kids who want to sharpen their skills and burn off some half-term energy.
🎟 £22 per day or £60 for all three days - Details here

Sketch Your Pet Drawing Workshop
📅 Thu. 28 May | 14:00-16:00 📍 Southern Maltings, Ware
A creative half-term workshop for animal-loving kids and teens, where they’ll learn to draw their favourite furry friend using pastels, pencils and pens with illustrator Elena Russu. All materials are included - just bring along a printed pet photo and plenty of imagination.
🎟 £15 pp | Ages 11+ - Book here

Sporting Inspirations
📅 Thu. 28 May | 12:00-16:00 📍 Priory Park, Ware Priory
A free afternoon of sporty half-term fun with pop-up tennis, dodgeball, basketball, volleyball, boxercise and loads more team games for kids to try. No booking needed - just turn up and get involved.
🎟 Free entry - Ages 8-11 from 12-2pm | Ages 11+ from 2-4pm

Doodle Den
📅 Fri. 29 May | Various sessions 📍 The Mill House, Hertford
The Mill House is turning into one giant colouring canvas for this wildly creative doodle experience. Kids can draw on the walls, floors and giant colouring cubes while grown-ups relax with a coffee or join in the fun.
🎟 Suitable for ages 3-10 | Info here

Children’s Craft Carousel
📅 Fri. 29 May | 10:00-12:00 & 13:00 session 📍 Southern Maltings, Ware
Minibeast-themed activities, playdough, small world play and plenty of creative stations for little ones to explore. Parents can relax in the new café while the kids get stuck into the messier bits.
🎟 £5 per child | Suitable for ages 3-7 - Book here

🔥 EYE CATCHING DEAL

🔥 Steak Frites Night
📅 Every Monday | From 17:00 📍 The College Arms, Hertford Heath
Mondays just got a serious upgrade. Perfectly cooked steak, crispy golden fries, and your favourite drink waiting at the bar.
🎟 £15 - Walk-ins welcome

🏡 PROPERTY OF THE WEEK

This striking six-bedroom detached home offers over 3,000 sq ft of living space, complete with electric gates, a huge private driveway and a beautifully landscaped garden designed for entertaining. Highlights include a built-in BBQ area, feature pond and a stunning self-contained double-storey annexe with its own kitchenette, shower room and bedroom - ideal for guests, older children or working from home.

Inside, the house is bright, modern and spacious throughout, with multiple en-suites, a large family kitchen and excellent access to Rye House Station, the A10 and sought-after local schools.

👉🏼 Check out property here

🌦 HERTFORD WEATHER: 19 - 25 May 2026

After a slightly soggy day today, things are looking very good indeed. Temp’s climb steadily through the week before peaking across the Bank Holiday weekend with highs of 26-28°C. Fri-Mon is shaping up beautifully, with sunshine, warm evenings and proper “cancel your indoor plans” weather. Monday is the standout 🙌🏼

✨ MIND, HEALTH + FITNESS

💫 Do this every Sunday to reset your week. Your result: more clarity & focus.

🧁 EXTRA SPRINKLES

Can confirm this one’s a winner - tested it on the family last night and every plate was cleared, which honestly says it all!

Cheesy Lentil Burrito Bowl Gooooodness right here👇

You’re now fully in the loop, Hertford.

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