APRIL & MAY 2026
April. Loveweds in Harpenden are now
‘BY APPOINTMENT’. Their new superstore is now open in central St Albans by the Clock Tower.
Mitch will visit Harpenden to meet clients on agreed times.The photos below show an image of the new store and contact details.
Petty Constables
Policing Harpenden Before ‘the Police’
8pm, Tuesday, 28 April 2026
Dr Elaine Saunders’ talk looks at how Harpenden maintained law and order before Hertfordshire established its county constabulary in 1841.
High Street Methodist Church, High Street, Harpenden, AL5 2RU
PLEASE REMEMBER TO TURN OFF OR SILENCE YOUR MOBILE PHONE.
Free to members and students. Visitors welcome. Booking not required. Non-members are requested to make a donation: £5. Pay at the door.
Looking ahead to the Summer.
Classics on the Common
On Wednesday 22 July, Rotary in Harpenden will again be organising this year’s classic car show on Harpenden Common. As usual, there will be no entry charge for the public but, in return for the chance to enjoy the spectacle of up to 1000 classic vehicles, scooters and motorbikes, we ask the public to support our charities by donating as generously as possible at any of the collection points. More information is available at classicsonthecommon.com. The organisers of this charity event, Rotary in Harpenden, suggest that residents should if possible avoid using the Harpenden-St Albans road (A1081) between 11.00am and dusk as there will be considerable congestion with classic vehicles entering and leaving the Common opposite the Silver Cup.
APRIL SHOWER SALE NOW ON at Ripples.
On the Harpenden High Street.
Call in and see what you can save.
HALF PRICE SALE RAIL
at Swanne Boutique in Bowers Parade
SPRING IS HERE at THOMPSONS CLOSE CAFE
Owner Damien Tidd has a few words of welcome...
We are embracing the warmer weather and introducing some Spring & Summer specials to the menu alongside our existing much loved breakfast, brunch and lunch dishes.
We are also serving our refreshing iced coffees and selection of 16oz milkshakes to help cool you down … giving you a few more reasons to call in to TCC!
Inside and outside.
April Shopping on the Harpenden High Street
Annual Photography Exhibition Saturday 25th April High Street Methodist Church, Harpenden
10.00am – 4.00pm Harpenden’s biggest photography exhibition returns!
FREE ENTRY
It should be a fantastic exhibition - and this year, as we’re celebrating the 90th Anniversary of the society, we have the Harpenden Mayor, Cllr. Beth Fisher, officially opening the exhibition.
We also have produced a beautiful 200-page hardback coffee table 90th Anniversary Book, which will be available to purchase to help support the club.
A warm welcome
The exhibition welcomes visitors of all ages and interests. Throughout the day, HPS members will be on hand to chat about the society, answer questions about membership, and welcome those keen to learn more.
As tradition dictates, visitors are invited to vote for their three favourite images, with the photographer of the most popular print receiving a trophy at the society's annual awards
The Metabolic Way has announced the dates for its Spring 2026 programme, which will be delivered entirely online, offering participants the flexibility to join from anywhere.
Developed by Harpenden residents Rose Butler and Katharine Tate, also known as The Food Teacher, the programme brings together their shared expertise and passion for supporting long-term health through practical, sustainable lifestyle changes.
The six-session programme will take place on Tuesday evenings from 7:00 to 8:30pm (GMT). The scheduled dates are 21st April, 28th April, 5th May, 19th May, 9th June and 16th June. If you're likely to miss one or two sessions we are happy to provide a recording and notes.
The Metabolic Way programme is designed to help individuals better understand and support their metabolism through practical, sustainable approaches. Across the six sessions, participants will explore ways to improve energy levels, balance blood sugar, and build long-term habits that support overall health and wellbeing.
By delivering the programme online, The Metabolic Way continues to make its content accessible to a wider audience, allowing participants to take part from the comfort of their own homes while still benefiting from a structured and supportive learning environment.
Further information about the programme, including booking details, can be found at https://themetabolicway.com/.
Enquiries are also welcome via email to info@thefoodteacher.co.uk.
UNA Harpenden Public Meeting on Saturday,
16 May
UNA Harpenden will be hosting a public lecture on Artificial Intelligence: Should We Be Worried? by Suheil Shahryar, Chair of UNA Harpenden, at the Salvation Army Hall, Leyton Green, Harpenden AL5 2TG. Register here for the talk.
