WHATS ON GUIDE FOR JULY, AUGUST & SEPTEMBER 2008

Below is a list of events already scheduled for the coming months. Many more will be added nearer the time so please check again.

This list is updated monthly.

WHAT’S ON JULY 2008


Every Wednesday
St John Ambulance
Bishops Stortford College
First Aid, Care and Ambulance Training etc
Including some social events
Further details: 0700 5808132 or www.sja.org.uk/bishops-stortford

Every Monday
Half Moon Pub in Bishop’s Stortford
Stortford Drum Circle
From 7.30pm Entry £3
Further details on www.jazzexplorium.net

Alternate Mondays
Rhodes Art Centre, South Road, Bishop’s Stortford
Hummingbird Cancer Support Group
Free Drop in Centre Welcomes Cancer Patients and Carers
Meet in the informal atmosphere of the Bar.
Complimentary therapies available for Adults.
Supported by Macmillan Cancer Support
Further details from: 01279 651746

Every Wednesday
Half Moon Pub in Bishop’s Stortford
Rhythm and Blues – For all Ages
Musician or Not come and have some fun
Further details on www.bluesalive.co.uk

Every Thursday
Half Moon Pub in Bishop’s Stortford
Acoustic Club
From 8.30pm Entry £3
Further details on www.acousticclub.co.uk

Every Thursday
Markwell Pavilion – Solo Club
Widowed, Separated or Divorced come along and have a nice social evening starts 8.30pm

Every Saturday
Bishop’s Stortford Music School - Junior Music Group
Sixth Form Centre, St Mary’s Catholic School, Windhill. Musical Adventures for under 7s and their parents. 9am – 10am
Have lots of fun and learn about music
Further details from: Ann on 01992 623489

Tues 01 Jul toThur 31 Jul
Knebworth House – Zimsculpt Exhibition
Zimbabwean Stone Sculpture
The art is direct, powerfully human and extremely beautiful. Artists will be on site each day to display their crafts and discuss their work with visitors. Many of the sculptures are for sale.
Further details from 0845 2305172 or
www.knebworthhouse.com

Thur 03 Jul to Sat 05 Jul
Water Lane Theatre Company will be performing William Shakespeare's "The Comedy of Errors" in the Monastery Gardens
on Windhill, Bishop’s Stortford. 
Tickets are available, in advance from the Rhodes Arts Centre
(01279 651 746), or on the door: Adults £9, children U15 students £6, family tickets £24.  Bring a chair, rug, some food & wine &make a picnic of the evening.  Gates are open at 7.15pm, performance starts at 8pm. 
web: Waterlanetheatregroup.co.uk

Thur 03 Jul
Standon Morris Men - “Two Legends of Fiddling”
The Hardwick Arms, Arrington at 8.15pm
The Red House, Longstowe at 9.15pm
Further details from: Robin Setchell on 07785 536939 or
www.standonmorris.co.uk

Fri 04 Jul
The Gibberd Gallery, Harlow – Garden Mobiles
Decorations to brighten up any garden or balcony
Designed for 3 to 13 year olds
Further details from: 01279 446438

Sat 05 Jul
West Essex Branch of Essex Society for Family History
You Know What Sailors Are
St Johns Art & Recreation Centre, Market Street, Old Harlow
Doors open 2pm, meetings start 2.45pm

Sat 05 Jul
Dog Recall Training – Distance Control Workshop
10.15am – 4pm at Hatfield Forest
£35 – booking essential on 01279 871194

Sat 05 Jul
Castle Hall, Hertford – Zippy Superstar DJ
Stars of the Classic Children’s programme Rainbow take to the stage
In a new live theatre show 1pm & 3.30pm
Further details from: 01992 531500

Sat 05 Jul & Sun 06 Jul
Hatfield House – Theatre in the Park
“The Winters Tale”
Adults £15, Child £10
Tickets and further information from: 01707 287010 or
www.whatsontickets.co.uk

Sun 06 Jul
Castle Hall, Hertford, Hertford Symphony Orchestra
Stravinsky: Firebird Suite – 1919
Brahms: Symphony No 4
Starts 7.45pm
Tickets: Adults £12, Children 18 and under £4
Other concessions £8
Booking Office: 01992 531500

Sun 06 Jul
Opera Gala with Harlow Chorus in Harlow
Harlow Sports Centre at 7.30pm. Tickets £15, £12, £10 concessions, £2 Students. Further details from: 01277 362440

Sun 06 Jul
Stansted Mountiftchet Windmill Open 2pm – 6pm
Admission: Adults & Children over 15 - £1
Children 5-15 - 50p . Under 5s – FREE
Enquiries: 01279 813124

Sun 06 Jul
Thaxted Open Gardens Day
Approx 18 gardens will be open in support of the Thaxted Church Trust
12 noon – 6pm
Map & Programme £5 per person
Refreshments & plants for sale
Enquiries – 01371 830902

Mon 07 Jul
Little Hallingbury Village History Society
“Wellington and Napoleon” – William Tyler
8pm in Lt Hallingbury Village Hall
£1.50 entry
Enquiries – 01279 723814

Tues 08 Jul
Bishop’s Stortford Decorative and Fine arts Society
A Peep Behind the Scenes: the Life and Art of Rowlandson
Rhodes Art Complex 10.45 (coffee from 10am)
Donation invited from non members
Further details from: Pat Matthews on 01279 659476

Tues 08 Jul
Bishop’s Stortford & District Footpaths Association
Hunsdon ‘The Crown’ at 7.15pm
Further details from: Sarah Vickers on 01299 723829

Tues 08 Jul
Rhodes Arts complex – Bishop’s Stortford Decorative & Fine Arts Soc.
‘A peep behind the scenes’ the Life & Art of Thomas Rowlandson
An illustrated lecture by Frances Hughes. 10.45am
Further details from: 01279 6559476

Wed 09 Jul Thaxted Morris – Dancing in Debden
8.15pm at the Plough

Thurs 10 Jul
Essex Society for Family History – Georgian Dining Lower Hall Baptist Church (Audley Road entrance) Saffron Walden
Refreshments available. All Welcome
Further details from: 01799 527476

Thur 10 Jul
Standon Morris Men
The Chequers, Barley (nr Royston) at 8.15pm
The Blind Fiddler, Anstey (nr Barkway) at 9.15pm
Further details from: Robin Setchell on 07785 536939 or
www.standonmorris.co.uk

Fri 11 Jul
The Realife Trust - Party in the Park
The Old Monastery, Windhill. 6pm until late
Licensed Bar. Tickets £10 includes buffet.
Further details from: 01279 504735 or
www.realife.org.uk

Fri 11 Jul
Music at Marigolds, Old Harlow, CM17 ODJ
7.30pm – Hair of the Dog
Tickets £5 in advance or £6 on the door
Details: 01279 414174
www.musicatmarigolds.co.uk


Sat 12 Jul
English Heritage Picnic Concert at Audley End House
Gypsy Kings – 7.30pm
Enjoy a Latin night to remember.
Promenade: £29.00 (concessions: £27.50)
Bookings: 08444122706 or 08448471637 on online at:
www.picninconcerts.com

Sat 12/13 Jul
Duxford Imperial War Museum – Air Show
Further details from: 01223 835000 or
www.flyduxford.org

Sat 12 Jul
The Dunmow Flitch Trials
For details of the trials visit:
www.dunmowflitchtrials.co.uk

Sat 12 Jul
English Heritage Picnic Concert at Audley End House,Nr Saffron Walden
Gipsy Kings – Latin superstars perform their Rumba-Flamenco hits
Tickets on sale only at Saffron Walden Tourist Information Centre
To order by phone: 0844 8471637
To order online: www.picnicconcerts.com

Sat 12 Jul & Sun 13 Jul
Parndon Mill – Open Studios
Meet artists in their working environment and gain an insight into their work and techniques. From 10am to 5pm
Parndon Mill off Elizabeth Way, Harlow.
Further details on: www.parndonmill.co.uk

Sun 13 Jul
Isabel Hospice – Lea Valley 4km & 10km Fun Run 9am to 2pm
Fun Run Routes within the River Lee Country Park
Further details from: Isabel Hospice on 01707 330686 or www.leevalley10k.com

Sun 13 Jul
Isabel Hospice – Tandem Skydive 6am to 5pm
Over 18’s only and under 15 stone in weight
Further details from: 01707 330686

Sun 13 Jul
Great & Little Hallingbury Open Gardens
2pm – 5pm starting at ‘Homestead’, Sawbridgeworth Rd,
Home-made cream teas, parking, toilets & wheelchair access
Admission: £2.50 per person includes information & maps
Enquiries: 01279 724009

Wed 16 Jul
Herts & Essex Electronic Organ Club Concert
‘Chris Powel’ 7.30pm for 8pm start ends 10.30pm
St Michaels Mead Community Centre
Tickets: £6.50 (incl temporary membership)
Car parking and refreshments
Enquiries: 01279 832540 or 01279 875776

Thur 17 Jul
Standon Morris Men
The Three Willows, Birchanger at 8.15pm
The prince of Wales, Green Tye at 9.15pm
Further details from: Robin Setchell on 07785 536939 or
www.standonmorris.co.uk

Sat 19 Jul
English Heritage Picnic Concert at Audley End House
The Music of Dirty Dancing – 7.30pm
Promenade: £29.00 (concessions: £27.50)
Bookings: 08444122706 or 08448471637 on online at:
www.picnicconcerts.com

Sat 19 Jul
Gt & Lt Hallingbury 70th Annual Flower Show
2pm – 5pm at Harps Farm, Bedlars Green, Gt Hallingbury
Maypole Dancing, horticultural exhibits, flower arrangements and more
Ample free parking, toilets and wheelchair access
Adults £1 Children FREE
Enquiries: 01279 725482

Sat 19 Jul
Flying Proms Spectacular at Duxford
A stunning proms concert with choreographed aerial displays & fireworks
Performed with English National Orchestra
Save money on booking early on: 0871 2716149
Details: www.maconcerts.org.uk
Tickets on sale at Saffron Walden Tourist Information Centre
Contact: 01799 524002

Sat 19 Jul
Berden Hall – Village Garden Fete – 2pm
Traditional Stalls, Grand Draw, Refreshments
Fun for all the Family in the Gardens of Berden Hall.
Free parking.

Sat 19 Jul
Standon Morris Men
Berden Fete 2pm – 4pm
Berden nr The pelhams in the grounds of Jacobean Berden Hall
Further details from: Robin Setchell on 07785 536939 or
www.standonmorris.co.uk

Sun 20 Jul
SSE Sunday Lunch Buffet in Birchanger
12 noon – 3pm with live music and marquee cover if wet
Tickets: £15 per head (lamb roast)
Details: 01279 870558

Mon 21 Jul to Fri 15 Aug
Barracudas Summer Activity Camp
Bishop’s Stortford College – Ages 4.1/2 to 16 years
Further details from: 0845 123 5299

Mon 21 Jul to Fri 25 Jul
St Mary’s Catholic School – Performing Arts Summer School
Drama Music Dance – Ages 9 to 11. Develop skills in drama, music and dance, take part in a high quality production. Each week ends with a performance on stage to family and friends.
9am to 3.30pm. Price: £75
Further details from: Paul Lynch on 01279 654901 or
e-mail: plym@st-marys.herts.sch.uk

Tue 22 & Wed 23
Auctions at Sworders, Cambridge Road, Stasted Mountfitchet
Tues 22nd – Sale starts at 10am Furniture, pictures, clocks, art, jewellery
Wed 23rd – Sales starts at 11am Same as above
Details: 01279 817778 or www.sworder.co.uk

Wed 23 Jul
Hatfield Forest – Hound of the Baskervilles
Sherlock Holmes and his assistant Doctor Watson tackle the most baffling case of their careers. Adult £12, Child £8, Family (2 Adults, 2 children) £35. Further details from 01279 870678

Wed 23 Jul
Bishop’s Stortford & District Footpaths Association
Broxted Brick End ‘Prince of Wales’ at 7.15pm
Further details from: Pat Field on 654050

Thur 24 Jul
Standon Morris Men
The Axe & Compassess, Arkesden at 8.15pm
The Elmdon Dial, Elmdon at 9.15pm
(both of the B1039 Royston/Audley End Road)
Further details from: Robin Setchell on 07785 536939 or
www.standonmorris.co.uk


Fri 25 Jul
Harlow Cricket club - Music at Marigolds
The Art Themen & John Horler Quartet at 7.30pm
Tickets £6 in advance or £7 on the door
Further details from: 01279 414174/421763 or
www.musicatmarigolds.co.uk

Sat 26 Jul
“Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland” at the Gardens of Easton Lodge
Tel: 01371 876979 or www.eastonlodge.co.uk

Sat 26 Jul
Kiribati Tungaru Hational Day
At Foakes Hall, Dunmow
www.ktaweb.org.uk

Sat 26 Jul
English Heritage Picnic Concert at Audley End House
Shayne Ward – 7.30pm
Don’t miss this Brit nominated star performing live
Promenade: £30.00 (concessions: £28.50)
Bookings: 08444122706 or 08448471637 on online at:
www.picnicconcerts.com

Sat 26 Jul
“Britain and the Great War Part II” at Duxford
A chance to ask historians about the Great War at 4 separate talks
Gates open at 10am Tickets between £8 - £16 Children: FREE
Call: 01223 835000 or www.iwm.org.uk

Sat 26 Jul to Sun 03 Aug
Hatfield Forest - Booksale
Sale of bargain second-hand books in the classroom by the Lake
11am – 4pm. Further details from: 01279 870678

Sun 27 Jul
St Clare Hospice – Summer Fete
Laughter, games, stalls, refreshments, prizes and much more
Truly fun for all the family for the whole day.
Further details from: 01279 773 750 or
www.stclare-hospice.co.uk

Sun 27 Jul
Knebworth House – Pre 50s American Auto Club Rally
All the great American Classic Cars
Restoration Workshops, Spares for Sale, Concours, plus tools and accessories, books literature, arena commentary and auto jumble
Further details from 0845 2305172 or
www.knebworthhouse.com

Mon 28 Jul to Fri 01 Aug
St Mary’s Catholic School – Performing Arts Summer School
Drama Music Dance – Ages 11 to 16. Develop skills in drama, music and dance, take part in a high quality production. Each week ends with a performance on stage to family and friends.
Time 9am to 3.30pm. Price: £75
Further details from: Paul Lynch on 01279 654901 or
e-mail: plym@st-marys.herts.sch.uk

Mon 28 Jul to Fri 01 Aug
Jacquilson Theatre Arts – Summer Pick & Mix Programme
Boys and Girls 7 – 16 years will be given the opportunity to unleash their creativity with fresh innovative teachers and choreographers.
Junior and Senior courses. Fee: £85.
Further details from: Debbie Doyle on 01279 321283 or
e-mail studio@jacquiison.co.uk

Wed 30 Jul
Standon Morris Men
The Pheasant, Great Chishill (nr Royston) at 8.15pm and 9.15pm
A joint evening of dance with the Thaxted Morris Men
Further details from: Robin Setchell on 07785 536939 or
www.standonmorris.co.uk

Wed 30 Jul to Sun 03 Aug
Audley End House – Games and Victorian Inventions
Take a trip back in time to try your hand at all kinds of Victorian Games
Make your own toy to take home or sit inside a recreated Victorian camera. Adults £6.50, Child £3.30, Concessions £5.20, Family £16.30
Further details from: 01799 522842 or
www.english-heritage.org.uk/events

Wed 30 Jul
Down hall Country House Hotel – Summer Sizzler
Book your place well in advance for this popular event
Lots going on plus lunch and cocktails and the TLC session
Further details from: 08450344888



WHAT’S ON AUGUST 2007

Every Wednesday
St John Ambulance
Bishops Stortford College
First Aid, Care and Ambulance Training etc
Including some social events
Further details: 0700 5808132 or www.sja.org.uk/bishops-stortford

Every Monday
Half Moon Pub in Bishop’s Stortford
Stortford Drum Circle
From 7.30pm Entry £3
Further details on www.jazzexplorium.net

Alternate Mondays
Rhodes Art Centre, South Road, Bishop’s Stortford
Hummingbird Cancer Support Group
Free Drop in Centre Welcomes Cancer Patients and Carers
Meet in the informal atmosphere of the Bar.
Complimentary therapies available for Adults.
Supported by Macmillan Cancer Support
Further details from: 01279 651746

Every Wednesday
Half Moon Pub in Bishop’s Stortford
Rhythm and Blues – For all Ages
Musician or Not come and have some fun
Further details on www.bluesalive.co.uk

Every Thursday
Half Moon Pub in Bishop’s Stortford
Acoustic Club
From 8.30pm Entry £3
Further details on www.acousticclub.co.uk

Every Thursday
Markwell Pavilion – Solo Club
Widowed, Separated or Divorced come along and have a nice social evening starts 8.30pm

Every Saturday
Bishop’s Stortford Music School - Junior Music Group
Sixth Form Centre, St Mary’s Catholic School, Windhill. Musical Adventures for under 7s and their parents. 9am – 10am
Have lots of fun and learn about music
Further details from: Ann on 01992 623489

Fri 01 Aug to Sun 03 Aug
Hatfield House– 14th National Pottery & Ceramics
Studio Ceramics & Sculpture together with daily talks, demonstrations & kiln firings. Fri & Sat open 10am – 5.30pm. Sunday 10am – 5pm`

Fri 01 Aug to Sun 03 Aug
Knebworth House – Noddy’s Summer Tour
Meet Noddy and his friends with lots to do, clowns, face painting, mini fair, music workshops. Noddy pedal car track and bouncy castle and lots more. (under 2s free, children 2 and above pay normal admission rates.
Further details from: 0845 2305172 or
www.knebworthhouse.com

Fri 01 Aug to Wed 03 Sept
Knebworth House – Led Zeppelin Memorabilia Exhibition
An exclusive exhibition of memorabilia to commemorate Led Zeppelin’s 40 years of music. Further details from 0845 2305172 or
www.knebworthhouse.com

Sat 02 Aug
English Heritage Picnic Concert at Audley End House
Van Morrison – 7.30pm
A Musical legend not to be missed
Promenade: £32.00 (concessions: £30.50)
Bookings: 08444122706 or 08448471637 on online at:
www.picnicconcerts.com

Sat 02 Aug
West Essex Branch of Essex Society for Family History
The Hangman of Baddow
St Johns Art & Recreation Centre, Market Street, Old Harlow
Doors open 2pm, meetings start 2.45pm

Sat 02 Aug & Sun 03 Aug
The Essex Game & Country Fair – Blake Hall, Ongar, Essex
Large Country Show with fun for everyone
Admission: Adults £7.50, Children £3, OAP’s £6.50
Further details from: 01283 820548 or
www.livingheritagecountryshows.co.uk

Sun 03 Aug
English Heritage – Last Night of the Audley End Proms
Michael Ball and Lesley Garrett
A true celebration of Britishness
Promenade: £27.00 (concessions: £25.50)
Bookings: 08444122706 or 08448471637 on online at:
www.picnicconcerts.com

Sun 03 Aug
Stansted Mountfitchet Windmill Open 2pm – 6pm
Adults and children over 15 £1, Children aged 5 – 15 50p
Under 5s free. Further details from 01279 813124

Sun 03 Aug
Dolls Houses and Miniatures Fair in Dunmow
E T Foakes memorial Hall, Stortford Road, Dunmow 10.30am – 4pm
Adults £1.50, accompanied children under 16 free
Refreshments available. Further details from
www.dollysdaydreams.com

Sun 03 Aug
Hertford Castle, Hertford – Rock at the Castle
Rock Festival with Local Bands in the grounds of Hertford Castle
Twelve live bands will play free of charge, trade stands and entertainment for the children. Free admission. Donatins welcome. 12noon to 7pm. Further details from 01992 584322

Tues 05 Aug
Hatfield Forest – Family Survival Day
Visit Hatfield Forest and learn how to survive with only the bare necessities. Discover how nature can save your life. 10am – 3pm
Family £30 (2 Adults, 2 Children), 1 Adult & 1 Child £16, additional £9
Booking essential. Further details from: 01279 870678

Wed 06 Aug to Sun 10 Aug
Audley End House – Food and Falcons
At the heart of this country estate is the food! Enjoy falconry displays or help finding hidden birds of prey. Meet the Victorian gardener and plant your own dinner or try your hand at some intricate pastry modelling.
Adult £6.50, Child £3.30, Concessions £ 5.20, Family £16.30
Further details from: 01799 522842 or
www.english-heritage.org.uk/events

Fri 08 Aug
Hatfield Forest – Knights, Princesses & Dragons Picnic
A fun filled afternoon including have-a-go circus. The Elves & the Shoemaker puppet play & art activities. Come in fancy dress! Café open throughout. 2-6pm (arrive anytime) last entry 5pm.
Family £22, (2 Adults & 2 Children) 1 Adult & one Child £12 (£6.50 additional). Further details from: 01279 870678

Sat 09 Aug
Bishop’s Stortford & District Footpaths Association
Newport Station approach at 2pm
Further details from: Pat Field on 01279 654050

Mon 11 Aug to Fri 15 Aug
Bishop’s Stortford Cricket Club – Junior Section – Coaching Week
Cricket Coaching Week at Cricketfield Lane
Three Courses – Under 9’s, Under 11’s and Under 13’s
Any two days (total 10 hours) - £40
Any three days (total 15 hours) - £55
All five days (total 25 hours) - £85
Included in the price is certificate, cap and t-shirt
` Times: 9.30 – Midday and 1pm – 3.30pm
Further details from: 01279 654463 or
www.bishopsstortfordcc.com

Wed 13 Aug to Sun 17 Aug
Audley End House – Food and Falcons
At the heart of this country estate is the food! Enjoy falconry displays or help finding hidden birds of prey. Meet the Victorian gardener and plant your own dinner or try your hand at some intricate pastry modelling.
Adult £6.50, Child £3.30, Concessions £ 5.20, Family £16.30
Further details from: 01799 522842 or
www.english-heritage.org.uk/events

Fri 15 Aug
Harlow Cricket Club – Music at Marigolds
The Jennie Adams Blues Band at 7.30pm
Tickets £6 in advance or £7 on the door
Further details from: 01279 414174/421763 or
www.musicatmarigolds.co.uk

Sat 16 Aug
Bishop’s Stortford Stamp Fair
St Joseph’s Parish Centre, Apton Road
10am until 4.30pm Free Admission and Parking
Further details from: 01279 305100

Sat 16 Aug
St Clare Hospice- Fishing Competition
Join the fun at Timberlands Lake, Harlow and see the famous
Bob Nudd MBE. Places are going fast so don’t delay call Vicky on
01279 773 750 to book your place

Mon 18 Aug to Fri 22 Aug
Hatfield Forest – Bat Walks
Discover for yourself the fascinating twilight world of the nine bat species at Hatfield Forest on a guided walk. 8pm to 9.30pm.
Please take a torch and meet at the main entrance gate
Adult £6, Child £4, Family (2 Adults,2 Children) £16
Booking essential. Further details from: 01279 870678

Wed 20 Aug
Concert at St Michael’s Mead – Herts & Essex Electronic Organ Club
7.30 for 8pm start. Featuring Tim Butterworth
` Further details from: Ernie on 01279 832540 or
Ken on 01279 834306

Wed 20 Aug
Hatfield Forest – Family Medieval Merriment
12.30 – 4pm (arrive anytime)
Robin Hood themed fun and crafts including bowl for a pig and spot the Sheriff! Child £3. further details from: 01279 870678

Wed 20 Aug to Fri 22 Aug
Audley End House – Below Stairs
Have you got what it takes to live below stairs? Dress up and try your hand at Victorian laundry, cleaning and even take the tea tray challenge
As you become a Victorian butler!
Adults £6.50, Child £3.30, Concessions £5.20, Family £16.30
Further details from: 01799 522842 or
www.english-heritage.org.uk/events

Wed 20 Aug to Fri 22 Aug
Audley End House – Below Stairs
Dress up and try your hand at Victorian laundry & cleaning below stairs.
Admission charge. English Heritage members Free.
Further details: 01799 522842
Fri 22 Aug Hatfield Forest – King Arthur & the Knights of the Round Table
Chapterhouse Theatre Company present their wonderful new production of King Arthur. Where better to see this than in this ancient Forest.
7pm to 9.30pm. Adults £12, Child £8, Family (2 Adults, 2 Children) £35
Booking line for this event only: 0871 2200260 or
www.seetickets.com

Sat 23 Aug to Mon 25 Aug
Audley End House – Royal Victorian Visit
Queen Victoria & Prince Albert are pleased to invite you to join them
For a charming and enjoyable day in the 1850’s with activities for all
The family and a delightful retinue of Victorian characters. Children can enjoy Victorian games and races. Adults £10.50, child £5.30, Concessions £8.40, Family £26.30
Further details from: 01799 522842 or
www.english-heritage.org.uk/events

Sun 24 Aug
Bishop’s Stortford & District Footpaths Association
Stansted Castle Car Park at 2pm
Further details from: Tony Wellings on 01279 813614

Sun 24 Aug
The Gibberd Garden, Harlow – Mad Hatter’s Tea Party 2pm
Another Magical Children’s afternoon – puppets, story-telling and dressing up. Come as Alice, the Doormouse, the mad hatter or other characters from Wonderland. Join the Tea Party.
Normal admission for adults. Participatuing children £5.
Further details from: 01279 442112

Sun 24/25
Aug Knebworth House – Classic Car Show
Thousands of cars on display
Further details from 0845 2305172 or
www.knebworthhouse.com

Fri 29 Aug
Harlow Cricket Club – Music at Marigolds
The Derek Nash Quartet at 7.30pm
Tickets £6 in advance or £7 on the door
Further details from 01279 414174/421763 or
www.musicatmarigolds.co.uk

Sat 30 Aug
Knebworth House – Theatre Production
“A Midsummer Nights Dream”
Shakespearean classic performed by the Chapterhouse touring company
Bring a rug. Refreshments are available or bring a picnic.
Pre booking essential on 01438 810931 or online @
www.seetickets.com

Wed 27 Aug to Sun 31 Aug
Audley End House – Below Stairs
Have you got what it takes to live below stairs? Dress up and try your hand at Victorian laundry, cleaning and even take the tea tray challenge
As you become a Victorian butler!
Adults £6.50, Child £3.30, Concessions £5.20, Family £16.30
Further details from: 01799 522842 or
www.english-heritage.org.uk/events

Sun 31 Aug
Knebworth House – Jousting in the park
Premiere Jousting Company in Europe
“The Spectacular knights of Royal England” offer you all manner of mediaeval entertainment. Further details from 0845 2305172 or
www.knebworthhouse.com

WHAT’S ON SEPTEMBER 2007


Every Wednesday
St John Ambulance
Bishops Stortford College
First Aid, Care and Ambulance Training etc
Including some social events
Further details: 0700 5808132 or www.sja.org.uk/bishops-stortford

Every Monday
Half Moon Pub in Bishop’s Stortford
Stortford Drum Circle
From 7.30pm Entry £3
Further details on www.jazzexplorium.net

Alternate Mondays
Rhodes Art Centre, South Road, Bishop’s Stortford
Hummingbird Cancer Support Group
Free Drop in Centre Welcomes Cancer Patients and Carers
Meet in the informal atmosphere of the Bar.
Complimentary therapies available for Adults.
Supported by Macmillan Cancer Support
Further details from: 01279 651746

Every Wednesday
Half Moon Pub in Bishop’s Stortford
Rhythm and Blues – For all Ages
Musician or Not come and have some fun
Further details on www.bluesalive.co.uk

Every Thursday
Half Moon Pub in Bishop’s Stortford
Acoustic Club
From 8.30pm Entry £3
Further details on www.acousticclub.co.uk

Every Thursday
Markwell Pavilion – Solo Club
Widowed, Separated or Divorced come along and have a nice social evening starts 8.30pm

Every Saturday
Bishop’s Stortford Music School - Junior Music Group
Sixth Form Centre, St Mary’s Catholic School, Windhill. Musical Adventures for under 7s and their parents. 9am – 10am
Have lots of fun and learn about music
Further details from: Ann on 01992 623489

Sat 06 Sept
West Essex Branch of Essex Society for Family History
Branch AGM followed by The Victorian Way of Death
St Johns Art & Recreation Centre, Market Street, Old Harlow
Doors open 2pm, meetings start 2.45pm

Sat 06/07 Sept
Hatfield Forest – Woodfest
Small Intimate weekend festival set in the heart of the Forest
Fun for all the family and chidlren’s activities including wood modeling and face painting. 10am to 5pm (arrive anytime) Free entry (small charge for some activities). Further details from: 01279 870678

Sat 06/07 Sept
Duxford Imperial War Museum – Air Show
Further details from: 01223 835000 or
www.flyduxford.org

Tues 09 Sept
Bishop’s Stortford Decorative and Fine arts Society
The Tradescants: Plant and Art Collectors, Gardeners of the 17th Century
Rhodes Art Complex 10.45 (coffee from 10am)
Donation invited from non members
Further details from: Pat Matthews on 01279 659476

Sat 13 Sept to Sun 05 Oct
Attention all Hertfordshire Artists
Herts Open Studios. Introduce your work to the general public, galleries and other enterprises.
Further details from 07813 100651 or email openstudios@hvaf.org.uk

Sun 14 Sept
Bishop’s Stortford & District Footpaths Association
Henham Village Hall 11am/2pm
Further details from: Dorothy Watts on 01279 654483

Wed 17 Sept
Concert at St Michael’s Mead – Herts & Essex Electronic Organ Club
7.30 for 8pm start. Featuring Andrew Nix
` Further details from: Ernie on 01279 832540 or
Ken on 01279 834306

Sun 21 Sept
Bishop’s Stortford & District Footpaths Association
Thorley Butler’s Hall Barns at 10am
Further details from: Sylvia McDonald on 01279 656478

Sat 27 Sept to Sun 28 Sept
Audley End House – Apple Day – 11am
Let the experts help you identify the apples growing in your garden
Visit the thriving organic Victorian kitchen garden and enjoy a variety of
Apple themed activities, stalls and refreshments throughout the day
Adults £5.50, Child £2.80, Concessions £4.40, Family £13.80
Further details from: 01799 522842 or
www.english-heritage.org.uk/events