Hertsmere

11/06/2026

🎬 Lights, camera, action!

Did you know scenes from the new BBC drama Dear England were filmed right here in Hertsmere?

The four-part series, which premiered on BBC One and BBC iPlayer this week, tells the story of how Gareth Southgate reshaped the England football team. Starring Joseph Fiennes as Southgate and Jodie Whittaker as psychologist Pippa Grange, the drama is based on the award-winning stage play of the same name.

With excitement already building ahead of the FIFA World Cup next year, it’s a timely reminder of the borough’s role in bringing major productions to life. Filming took place in Borehamwood and Elstree last year, with support from the Filming in Hertsmere Office.

Film and television productions not only showcase Hertsmere on screen but also support local businesses, create jobs and generate significant benefits for the local economy.

⚽ Watch Dear England now on BBC iPlayer.

Hertsmere - Your production perfectly placed.

Whether you’re planning a feature film, TV series or commercial shoot, the Filming in Hertsmere Office and Hertfordshire Film Office are here to help.
Contact [email protected]

Learn more about filming in Hertsmere: www.hertsmere.gov.uk/business/filming-in-hertsmere

Full length video here: https://youtu.be/cldvQ8YOyAw

11/06/2026

Research shows that domestic abuse and VAWG-related offences increase around major football tournaments, making it an important time to start conversations, recognise warning signs and ensure support is available.

White Ribbon UK have created a free Match Day Toolkit with practical resources to help make match days safer.

Find out more below 👇

⚽ The Men’s World Cup is fast approaching.

Whether you’re watching at the pub, in a sports bar, at work, or at home with friends, everyone should feel safe and respected during the match.

That’s why we’ve created our free Match Day Toolkit, packed with practical resources to help make match days safer for everyone.
Inside, you’ll find:
⚽ Bystander tips to help you safely step in
📣 Social media graphics and posters
✅ A match day checklist for venues
🧡 Signposting information for support services
Download the free toolkit today and play your part in helping to prevent violence against women and girls.

https://www.whiteribbon.org.uk/s/Match-Day-Toolkit.pdf

11/06/2026

🌿 Launching in Hertfordshire! 🌿
This Men’s Health Loneliness Awareness Week, why not connect over food?

Sign up for free personalised meal plan and shopping list—perfect for cooking simple, larger meals to share with others.

Build healthy habits, save money, and cook together, not alone.
Usually £86 – now completely FREE.

Sign up on FiveDinners.com/MyCommunity

10/06/2026

Free Community Health & Wellbeing Event 💙

Come along to our free community health event – find helpful information and support for you and your family.

📅 No need to book – just drop in!
📍 Where: Allum Hall, Allum Lane, Borehamwood, WD6 3PJ

✨ What to expect:

• Marketplace with stalls offering health & wellbeing information
• Informative health talks
• Friendly local services ready to support you

A great chance to learn more, get advice, and connect with your local community 👥

10/06/2026

We've issued an update about the proposed mosque and community facility in Borehamwood - please follow this link 👉 https://ow.ly/LeUy50Z9NBq

10/06/2026

A Cabinet meeting is taking place tonight at 6pm.

The full agenda is available to view here: https://ow.ly/HJnU50UH0FE

Watch the meeting live here: https://ow.ly/7cef50Xcs5F

09/06/2026

Join us for the next Hertsmere Works Networking Breakfast tomorrow!

Hertsmere Works, in conjunction with Hertsmere Borough Council, is inviting local businesses to join us on Wednesday 10 June 2026, from 8am to 10am, at the Village Hotel, Centennial Park, Borehamwood.

We are delighted to welcome Adam Carr and Lyndsay Wood from Essex & Herts Air Ambulance Trust (EHAAT).

Adam Carr, Critical Care Paramedic and Clinical Community Lead at EHAAT, will share insights into the charity’s life-saving work and its free CPR Smart training programme, which helps schools, businesses and community groups build vital CPR skills.

Lyndsay Wood, Corporate Partnerships Manager, will outline how local businesses can support EHAAT through partnerships, sponsorship and volunteering, while also benefiting from networking, PR and social value opportunities.

This is a great opportunity to meet like-minded businesses, make new connections and build valuable working relationships over breakfast.

The first 10 businesses to book will receive a 60-second slot to introduce themselves and their business to the group.

Places are limited, so early booking is strongly recommended.
Cost: £12.50 + VAT (includes breakfast)
Book your place here:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hertsmere-works-networking-breakfast-1250vat-tickets-1988471320247?aff=oddtdtcreator

For further information, please email: [email protected]

08/06/2026

Last chance to comment on the Community Governance Review (CGR) for Potters Bar, following a petition from local residents requesting the creation of a parish council for the area. Petition closes today. More info 👉https://www.hertsmere.gov.uk/CGR

08/06/2026

🏠 Have your say on Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) in Potters Bar and proposals for a new Article 4 Direction.

Hertsmere Borough Council is consulting on proposals that would require planning permission for future changes from family homes (Use Class C3) to small HMOs (Use Class C4) in:
• Parkfield Ward
• Oakmere Ward
• Furzefield Ward
• Bentley Heath & The Royds Ward

The consultation is open until 17 June 2026.

Find out more, view the supporting documents and complete the survey here:
https://www.hertsmere.gov.uk/planning-building-control/building-tree-conservation/article-4-directions/hmo-consultation-page

08/06/2026

An Operations Review Committee meeting is taking place tonight at 7.00pm.

The full agenda is available to view here: https://ow.ly/Yapm50Z7Z36

Watch the meeting live on Youtube: https://ow.ly/A7Lz50Z7Z3P