Hertford Town Council

13/06/2026

TODAY! Come and at the Hertford Farmers Market. Come and talk about the local issues that matter to you.

12/06/2026

Get ready, we have a fantastic line-up of entertainment planned for this year’s Pride event! 🌈✨

We’re delighted to welcome the fabulous Mama G, a much-loved panto dame who will be bringing stories, sparkle and plenty of fun for all ages throughout the day 💖 Alongside this, Garden City Samba will be turning up the energy with their vibrant rhythms — and even getting the crowd involved! 🥁🎪 Plus, an amazing showcase of local musical talent and interactive circus skills, will be adding even more colour and excitement to the day!

Join us as we come together to celebrate community, diversity and inclusion! 🌈
Be Kind. Be Yourself. All Are Welcome. 🌈

A big thank you to our event sponsor, GSK for supporting this year’s event.

11/06/2026

Into photography? 📷 Like snapping images of beautiful Hertford? 🌿Why not enter Hertford Town Council's annual competition to have your photo published in the Official 2027 Hertford Calendar? 📆

A best-seller in the Hertford Town & Tourist Information Centre, the calendar will include creative and artistic images of Hertford, in all seasons, as chosen by a panel that includes the Hertford Mayor. The competition is open until 28th August 2026. Find out more at: https://ow.ly/9sgN50Z9Sh0 Go Hertford

10/06/2026

🚗🏰 What an amazing turnout at this year's Cars at the Castle!

Always one of our most popular events, this year was no exception. The castle lawn was buzzing with car enthusiasts and visitors enjoying a fantastic display of classic and vintage vehicles, with electric vehicles also joining the line-up this year.

A huge thank you to all the exhibitors who brought along their vehicles and helped make the day such a success. Congratulations to our 2026 Car Competition winners:

🏆 Best British – Julia Morris, MGB GT (1972)
🏆 Best International – Mark Henderson, Volkswagen Devon Torvette Split Screen Campervan (1967)
🏆 Best Pre-1970 Classic – Anthony Yates, M.G TD (1951)
🏆 Best Post-1970 Modern – Timothy Watson, Pembleton V Sport (2023)
🏆 Best Interior – Dean Jones, VW Beachbuggy (1956)
🏆 Best Paintwork – Carole Gray, Morris Minor (1959)
🏆 Judge's Favourite – Nick and Penny Anderson, Talbot 105 (1934)

With thanks to our official event sponsors, Gates Ford and G3 Pro and to the Hertford Mayor who helped judge all the amazing entries.

If you attended, we’d love to hear your thoughts. Please take a moment to complete our short feedback form via the Hertford Town Council website at https://ow.ly/209150Z9R8z. All responses are anonymous and will help us shape future events for the community.

Next up: Hertford Family Pride Day on Saturday 20 June! 🌈 For more information, visit the Hertford Town Council website at https://ow.ly/8fwb50Z9Qqx.

📸 Photo credit: Black Kite Productions

09/06/2026

On Saturday, come and at the Hertford Farmers Market. Come and talk about the local issues that matter to you.

09/06/2026

The Hertford Mayor and Town Councillors had a great time at the Hertfordshire Festival of Music concert on Saturday at All Saints' Church, Hertford. 🎶🎵 The concert was a showcase of musical highlights from the Hertfordshire film industry - part of a series called 'Made in Herts!'

Hertford Town Council is proud to support this vibrant, locally based organisation through its Community Fund.

09/06/2026

Aged 14–25? The Hertfordshire Police & Crime Commissioner's Youth Commission is looking for young people to help support, challenge, and shape their work. Gain skills and let your voice be heard. See the link below for details.

Understanding young people, creating change 🌍
Join the Youth Commission and help shape a better future for your community 💡🙌

👇 Applications for Year 2 close on 19th June
👉 Apply now: https://forms.gle/HnC8EranFHv3zQ286


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08/06/2026

🌈✨ SAVE THE DATE – Hertford Family Pride Day 2026 ✨🌈

Join us as the Hertford Family Pride Day returns to Hertford Castle for a joyful celebration of inclusion, diversity and community 💛

This FREE, family-friendly event brings people together in a safe and welcoming space to celebrate with the simple message:
“BE KIND. BE YOURSELF. ALL ARE WELCOME.”

📅 Saturday 20th June
🕛 12:00pm – 4:00pm

Set on the beautiful main lawn, highlights include:
🎤 An Express Yourself area with karaoke & dress-up fun
🎶 Live performances from local musicians, Garden City Samba and fun-filled games with Mama G.
🤹Circus skills and props with Try Circus Skills
🤝 Stalls, local charities and community groups
🍔 A variety of food & drink vendors
🏰 Plus, free access to explore Hertford Castle

✨ A full programme will be announced soon – but for now, save the date and get ready to celebrate with us!

A big thank you to our event sponsor, GSK for supporting this year’s event.

07/06/2026

🚗✨TODAY! The popular annual Cars at the Castle is back at Hertford Castle, 12–4pm! 🚗✨

Come along and enjoy a fantastic display of classic cars, modern favourites and everything in between, plus live music throughout the day, the Castle open to explore, and a great selection of food, drink and craft stalls.

Enjoy a relaxed, family-friendly afternoon — not to be missed!

A big thank you to our event sponsors Gates Automotive and G3 Pro for supporting this year’s event.

✨ For more details please visit the Hertford Town Council at https://ow.ly/I3c350YR2Q8.

Note: update to music line up.

06/06/2026

Next Saturday, come and at the Hertford Farmers Market. Come and talk about the local issues that matter to you.