Hertford Town Council

15/09/2026

The Hertford North and Sele Community Team are once again hosting a litter pick, meeting at the Sele Community Hub on Saturday, from 1.30pm. Their last litter pick was a real success and a great chance to meet some of the local community. Go Hertford Hertford Men Shed

14/09/2026

🏰Coming up this week!🏰

⚔️ Heritage Day at Hertford Castle⚔️

As part of Heritage Open Days, step back in time this Sunday 20 September, 12–4pm, as Hertford Castle is transformed into a bustling medieval settlement!

🏕️ Explore medieval encampments
🦅 Marvel at spectacular falconry
🏹 Have a go at archery
⚔️ Cheer on thrilling Viking battles and get involved with the children's audience-participation Viking battle at 3.30pm!
📖 Enjoy historical storytelling
🍔 Food, drink, craft stalls & more

Plus! Explore inside the historic Hertford Castle where we'll be joined by the Sergeants at Mace and a very special visit from Queen Elizabeth I!

✨ FREE ENTRY – a great day out for all the family!

📍 Hertford Castle
📅 Sunday 20 September
⏰ 12–4pm

Come and step back in time! 🏰⚔️👑

12/09/2026

TODAY! at the Hertford Farmers Market. Come and talk about the local issues that matter to you and find out about the Castle Plus consultation which is now open.

11/09/2026

📢 The (Regulation 14) public consultation on the draft Castle Plus Neighbourhood Plan is now open and residents are invited to share their thoughts by 26th October 2026.

Launched at BEAM Hertford earlier this week, the Castle Plus has been developed by a Community Steering Group, with support from Hertford Town Council and an independent planning consultant.

The Neighbourhood Plan covers green spaces and nature, community facilities, sustainable homes and movement, heritage and design, and business and the local economy - once completed, it will help guide future development and inform planning decisions affecting the Castle Plus area.

This Saturday, pop into BEAM Hertford between 10.00am and 3.00pm to view the draft Neighbourhood Plan and ask questions, or go online to: www.castleplushertford.co.uk/statutoryconsultation.

Paper copies are available at Hertford Library, Hertford Castle, BEAM Hertford and the Town & Tourist Information Centre which has a display - Go Hertford

Read more at: https://ow.ly/BWFS50ZL8jg

10/09/2026

🏰 Heritage Open Days 2026 🏰

Ever wondered what stories are hiding in Hertford’s streets, buildings and historic landmarks?

Heritage Open Days is the UK’s largest celebration of history and heritage, giving people the chance to discover fascinating places, hear local stories and explore the heritage on their doorstep – often completely free!

Here in Hertford, Hertford Town Council is proud to organise its annual Heritage Day as part of Heritage Open Days. 🏰⚔️

This year, join us at Hertford Castle on Sunday 20 September for a fantastic afternoon of medieval history, live entertainment and family fun, with medieval encampments, Viking battles, falconry, archery and storytelling!

👑 And that’s not all…

Throughout Heritage Open Days, Hertford Town Council is also hosting a series of FREE guided walks from 11–20 September, giving you the chance to uncover more of Hertford’s fascinating history and hidden stories.

📖 Discover your local heritage. Explore somewhere new. Step back in time.

For more information and to book the guided walks please click here: https://ow.ly/mg1G50ZKA1J

09/09/2026

Thank you And by Donna Reeves - Hertford Town Council can't wait to see the Community Art Project come together, celebrating the friendship between our twin towns, Evron and Wildeshausen - while adding an artistic splash of colour to Evron Place! 🎨🖌

It was so lovely to have a visit from Cllr Ann Woodward and Chantal Geall to see the progress with the mosaic for the Hertford Town twinning🤍

I can’t wait to show you all the finished piece✨

09/09/2026

, this Saturday, 12th September, at the Hertford Farmers Market. Come and talk about the local issues that matter to you.

06/09/2026

🏰 Two weeks to go - Hertford Castle Heritage Day is back, and what a fantastic afternoon we have planned!

⚔️From Viking battle re-enactments and falconry to archery, storytelling and more, there is plenty to enjoy throughout the afternoon. Plus, experience the castle lawn transformed to include a medieval settlement, complete with interactive encampments and plenty to see and do.

📅 Sunday 20 September
⏰ 12pm–4pm
📍 Hertford Castle
🎟️ FREE ENTRY

Step back in time at Hertford Castle! 🏰⚔️

05/09/2026

, next Saturday, on 12th September, at the Hertford Farmers Market. Come and talk about the local issues that matter to you.

04/09/2026

Free, drop in, stay and play sessions at Hertford Museum this weekend!