Harpenden Mencap

Harpenden Mencap Making Harpenden the best place for people with a learning disability to live happy, healthy lives. (Charity number: 1035252)

It's  ! 💜A huge thank you to all of our amazing volunteers for the time, energy and enthusiasm you bring to Harpenden Me...
04/06/2026

It's ! 💜

A huge thank you to all of our amazing volunteers for the time, energy and enthusiasm you bring to Harpenden Mencap.

This week alone, 25 volunteers are helping at:
- Allotment Club and Britannia Club
- Our Golf Day tomorrow
- Batford Nature Day on Saturday

They're setting up, welcoming visitors, selling raffle tickets, gardening, doing arts and crafts, and everything in between.

Our terrific 25 are: Alison, Andrew, Anne, Anya, Brian, Charlotte, Chris, Clare, Dave, Denise, Fatai, Gary, George, Helen, James, John, Julie, Katie, Lucy, Miriam, Niall, Penny, Pippa, Rebecca, Sandra, Sharon, Tom.

We're so grateful for everything our volunteers do, not just those helping out this week, but everyone all year round. Thank you for helping us support people with learning disabilities and their families in our community!

We're looking forward to our Charity Golf Day next week and wanted to say a huge thank you to our hole sponsors!Your gen...
28/05/2026

We're looking forward to our Charity Golf Day next week and wanted to say a huge thank you to our hole sponsors!

Your generosity is helping us to continue our vital work supporting adults with learning disabilities in Harpenden and St Albans. We're so grateful to have you with us, thank you for making a real difference.

- AbbeyLaw
We are a small friendly law firm based in the historic city of St Albans. We understand that when facing a legal problem it can be stressful, so our aim is to make you feel as comfortable as possible and assist you with achieving the results you desire by listening to you and deliver the highest of service.

- Allsopp
Allsopp has been part of Harpenden since 1985, helping local people with their homes for almost 40 years. Whether it’s property management, sales or land, we offer friendly, straightforward advice from a team that knows the area inside out.

- Austin's Funeral Directors
With over 300 years funeral experience, we are proud to be Hertfordshire’s leading, family-owned and operated, funeral director. The Austin family is committed to the continued provision of a caring, sympathetic and sensitive service to the bereaved and their loved ones.

- Belief Dynamics Hypnotherapy
Melissa is a certified Hypnotherapist and founder of Belief Dynamics Hypnotherapy in Harpenden.
She helps people create lasting positive change by working with the subconscious mind to shift unhelpful patterns, ease stress and anxiety, so they can respond to life’s challenges with greater calm, confidence, and resilience.

- Brad and Dills
Brad & Dills is an independent coffee and bagel house. We are a bunch of locals who enjoy tasty food and great coffee (also the occasional glass of vino).

- DOR-2-DOR
Your Local Professional Leaflet Distribution company, established in Harpenden since 1987. All our adult Post-People™ are GPS tracked to every letterbox, using our unique live tracking system, delivery guaranteed.

- Dubetta
Your sustainable waste partner.

- fit20 Harpenden
Get stronger in just 20 minutes per week with our science-backed, high-intensity slow-motion strength training. Suitable for all ages and fitness levels, fit20 delivers safe, measurable results that fit around your life.

- Harpenden Building Society
We provide mortgages tailored to a customer’s needs and individually underwritten. That way we get to completely understand their specific needs. We are completely intermediaries focused, and we make complex mortgages seem simple. Our pragmatic and sensible approach ensures mortgage applications are individually assessed using common-sense.

- Harpenden Construction
Formed in December 1985 by Harpenden-local Paul Martin, we work with clients in the Harpenden district on new builds, renovations and extensions.

- Hicks and Company
Hicks and Company is a forward-thinking firm of Chartered Accountants based in Hertfordshire. We specialise in taxation, accounting, auditing and consultancy services for individual and corporate clients in Hertfordshire, and the surrounding areas. Business and personal clients alike appreciate our dynamic approach and excellent quality of service.

- JW Plumbing Services Ltd
We provide expert plumbing and heating services, from minor repairs to major installations, upgrades and complete bathroom refurbishments. Our expertise shines through in every project we undertake. Let us handle your plumbing needs with precision and care, ensuring your satisfaction every step of the way.

- Moveli
Carole Bratt is an independent property broker covering Harpenden and the surrounding area. Carole offers a more personal and discreet approach to residential property, dealing directly with clients from the initial conversation through to completion. Rather than operating as a volume-driven agency, Carole works with a select number of clients at any one time to ensure a highly attentive, tailored service throughout the process. Flexible, relationship-led and experienced, this is property handled differently.

- Pither Landscaping & Construction
At Pither Landscaping & Construction we believe that every outdoor space holds immense potential! With a commitment to transforming your vision into reality, we offer a comprehensive range of landscaping and construction services tailored to meet your unique needs.

- PG Mutual
PG Mutual exists to protect the income of healthcare professionals should illness or injury prevent them from working. As a not‑for‑profit society, we put our members at the centre of everything we do. We’re delighted to sponsor the Charity Golf Day and the incredible work Harpenden Mencap delivers.

- Silver Palate
Silver Palate is a prominent figure within the Harpenden community, offering high quality products within both the restaurant and delicatessen, injecting some much needed Mediterranean ethos into the town!

- Tailored Floors Specialists
Tailored Floors Specialists provides custom flooring tailored to your style and space, ensuring a perfect fit with a personalised touch in and around Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire.

- Taylor Walton Solicitors
Our Harpenden lawyers are respected for their depth of experience, pragmatic approach and straightforward attitude. They provide bespoke legal advice for businesses, individuals and charities across Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire and the rest of the UK.

Looking for a lovely way to spend a summer evening?Join us for Picnic in the Park on Thursday 18th June🌲Bring your own p...
21/05/2026

Looking for a lovely way to spend a summer evening?

Join us for Picnic in the Park on Thursday 18th June🌲

Bring your own picnic and drinks, play games, socialise in the sun, and make happy memories with friends old and new. Everyone is welcome, and we’d love to see the local community come together to celebrate Learning Disability Week 2026!

There's nothing better than getting outdoors and enjoying nature in full bloom 🌿☀️Come along to our Allotment Club Open ...
20/05/2026

There's nothing better than getting outdoors and enjoying nature in full bloom 🌿☀️

Come along to our Allotment Club Open Day on Monday 15th June to explore our thriving allotment, meet our fantastic members, and enjoy complimentary cake and refreshments in the sunshine. Everyone is welcome!

Boogie on down to our Disco Night! 💜Join us on Friday 19th June at Renwick Hall (AL5 1PS) from 7pm for great music, danc...
19/05/2026

Boogie on down to our Disco Night! 💜

Join us on Friday 19th June at Renwick Hall (AL5 1PS) from 7pm for great music, dancing and celebration.

Book your ticket: https://tinyurl.com/HMDisco

Everyone is welcome as we come together for

Full details are on the poster - we can't wait to see you there!

Thank you Elly and MIX 92.6 for having us on this morning's show! We had a blast 💜Didn't catch it? Listen again here: ht...
14/05/2026

Thank you Elly and MIX 92.6 for having us on this morning's show! We had a blast 💜

Didn't catch it? Listen again here: https://mix926.com/highlight/every-action-counts-building-mentally-healthy-communities-with-harpenden-mencap/

Penny, Clare and Elly chatted about everything is doing to support local adults with learning disabilities, and ways we're promoting good mental health, e.g.
- Providing support to go to medical appointments
- Group exercise and nature walks
- Evening meals together
- Social groups: Britannia and Allotment Club

(Penny also wanted to shout out the brilliant work Sosa St Albans does, because she loves going to athletics each week!)

Thank you, Elly and MIX 92.6, for making our radio debut so special ✨

Tune into MIX 92.6 tomorrow from 11.15am to hear Penny and Clare being interviewed by the fantastic Elly O'Meara!They’ll...
13/05/2026

Tune into MIX 92.6 tomorrow from 11.15am to hear Penny and Clare being interviewed by the fantastic Elly O'Meara!

They’ll be talking about all the brilliant activities and support Harpenden Mencap offers, alongside some upbeat tunes to get you in a great mood 💜

Listen here: https://mix926.com/

Address

Unit 7D, Thrales End Farm Business Centre
Harpenden
AL53NS

Telephone

01582 460 055

Website

https://harpendenmencap.beaconforms.com/form/a4addbd0

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