Hertford Town Council

Hertford Town Council Hertford Town Council is the closest level of government to the people of Hertford. Hertford Town Council serves the people of Hertford.

Providing a number of services for its residents and visitors, the Council hosts the Town & Tourist Information Centre as well as community events at Hertford Castle. Working together with the local community, it delivers services across the town. These include:
Allotments
Arts and culture – community-based initiatives
Cemeteries
Christmas lights
Churchyard and community garden management (All Sa

ints, St Andrews, St Leonards, Holy Trinity)
Civic and ceremonial traditions and events (e.g. Remembrance)
Community safety – including CCTV and Taxi Marshalls
Community wellbeing
Facilitating Neighbourhood Plans (e.g. Castle Plus)
Flowers/plants in the town centre
Free to attend Community Events
Grants for the community – activities and charities that benefit the town and its residents
Greenspace – maintaining Hertford Castle’s grounds
Pinehurst Play Area
Planning - considering all planning applications prior to review by East Herts District Council. Supporting Hertford Museum
Supporting local businesses
Supporting young people and youth organisations
The Mayor of Hertford’s Charity Appeal
The Town and Tourist Information Centre
Town Twinning – Evron, France and Wildeshausen, Germany
Venue hire – Hertford Castle and the Mill Bridge Rooms
Volunteer support and signposting

The current hosepipe ban means that Hertford Town Council is adapting the way it, and its providers, look after Hertford...
27/08/2026

The current hosepipe ban means that Hertford Town Council is adapting the way it, and its providers, look after Hertford's local environment – saving as much water as possible in the grounds of Hertford Castle, at Hertford Cemetery and closed churchyards, across its 8 allotment plots, as well as for the planters and raised beds the Council manages across the town.

Reducing water use is especially important in Hertfordshire, with the county being home to 10% of the globe's chalk stream rivers, a habitat that’s as rare as rainforests! Using less water means more water can stay in our ecosystems, supporting animals like otters, herons and fish. Not only does reducing water use help our environment, but it can also help reduce your water bill, saving you money. From water butts to fixing leaky taps, there's lots of practical water saving tips from Affinity Water at https://ow.ly/qxqH50ZzjZt

🍦☀️ Still time to enjoy the Hertford Summer Trail! ☀️🍦With just the last couple of weeks of the summer holidays left, th...
25/08/2026

🍦☀️ Still time to enjoy the Hertford Summer Trail! ☀️🍦

With just the last couple of weeks of the summer holidays left, there’s still plenty of time to get out and explore Hertford! 🗺️🔍

Can you find all 22 hidden knitted ice creams in shops and windows around the town? 🍦

Collect the mystery letters, unscramble the secret summer phrase and you could WIN a £30 voucher to spend with a Hertford retailer! 🎁

📅 The trail ends Sunday 30 August, so make sure you take part before it’s too late!

📍 Pick up a trail map from the Hertford Town & Tourist Information Centre at The Wash, or download a copy from the Hertford Town Council website here: https://ow.ly/jIpB50ZCpmK

Make the most of the final weeks of summer and happy hunting! 🍦✨

The Hertford Mayor is hosting the annual Vintage Tea Party for Hertford's over 75's. 🫖This will take place at Hertford C...
24/08/2026

The Hertford Mayor is hosting the annual Vintage Tea Party for Hertford's over 75's. 🫖

This will take place at Hertford Castle at 2.00pm on 16th September 2026 - tickets are FREE but need to be booked in advance, which you can do by e-mailing [email protected] or visiting the Town and Tourist Information Centre on The Wash.

Should demand exceed availability, names will be drawn at random. Go Hertford

🏰 HERITAGE DAY – SAVE THE DATE! 🏰Step back in time at Hertford Castle on Sunday 20 September, 12–4pm as part of Heritage...
22/08/2026

🏰 HERITAGE DAY – SAVE THE DATE! 🏰

Step back in time at Hertford Castle on Sunday 20 September, 12–4pm as part of Heritage Open Days!

⚔️ Medieval encampments
🛡️ Viking battles
🦅 Falconry & archery
📖 Historical storytelling
🏰 Free entry to Hertford Castle
🎪 Food, drink, craft & charity stalls

Join us for a fantastic FREE day of history, heritage and family fun!

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

Save the date – more details coming soon! 🏰✨

Today is exam results day for many young people across Hertford. Hertford Town Council wishes all Hertford's young resid...
20/08/2026

Today is exam results day for many young people across Hertford. Hertford Town Council wishes all Hertford's young residents good luck. 🍀

Whatever your grades, there is help and support available at what can be a stressful time - see resources via Hertfordshire County Council - https://ow.ly/RrQY50Zy25g or visit JustTalk Herts or Hertfordshire Mind Network.

It's  ! 📷 A suitable occasion to flag Hertford Town Council's annual competition - your chance to have your photo publis...
19/08/2026

It's ! 📷 A suitable occasion to flag Hertford Town Council's annual competition - your chance 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

🍦☀️ Looking for a FREE summer activity? ☀️🍦Get the kids outdoors and explore Hertford with our Children's Summer Trail.....
17/08/2026

🍦☀️ Looking for a FREE summer activity? ☀️🍦Get the kids outdoors and explore Hertford with our Children's Summer Trail...

🔍 Discover 22 colourful knitted ice creams hidden in shops and shop windows around the town. Find the 9 special lettered ice creams, unscramble the secret summer phrase and be in with a chance of winning a £30 Hertford shopping voucher!

🍨 Plus, pop into Tilly's Gelato to take on the Mystery Gelato Challenge for the chance to win a FREE scoop!

✅ FREE to take part
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Fun for all ages
📍 Download your trail map from https://ow.ly/e6Uv50Zy1Jf or pick up a printed copy from the Hertford Town & Tourist Information Centre.

Who can find all 22 ice creams?! 🍦✨With special thanks to Yarn Bombers for the knitted ice creams. Go Hertford

This week, is  !  🌱 This annual initiative organised by the National Allotment Society, aims to raise awareness of allot...
14/08/2026

This week, is ! 🌱 This annual initiative organised by the National Allotment Society, aims to raise awareness of allotments and their role in helping people live healthier lifestyles, grow their own food, develop friendships and bolster communities - all while supporting biodiversity and air quality.

Did you know… Hertford Town Council has 8 allotment sites in Hertford? Located in Bengeo, Cromwell Road (host to Mudlarks Community Garden), the Folly, Hertingfordbury, North Road (managed by the North Road Plotholders Group), Norwood Close, Sele Road and West Street. There is also a Community Garden, the Lovely Grub Garden - Sele Rd, Hertford situated just off Sele Road.

Hertford Town Council are creating Greenspace Action Plans for the allotments in Hertford. This will detail how the Council manages allotment sites with sustainability in mind! 🌿If you are a Hertford resident and interested in renting an allotment, please visit www.hertford.gov.uk/services/allotments/ to find out more and to be added to the waiting list.

On 2nd August, Hertford Town Council welcomed thousands into the spectacular grounds of Hertford Castle for its annual, ...
13/08/2026

On 2nd August, Hertford Town Council welcomed thousands into the spectacular grounds of Hertford Castle for its annual, free community event, Rock at the Castle.

Hertford Town Council would like to sincerely thank Hertford’s residents and visitors for their incredible generosity. The donations kindly made at Rock at the Castle 2026 totalled an amazing £2,901.50, which goes to this year’s chosen charity beneficiary - Home-Start Hertfordshire.

The Hertford Mayor, Councillor Alex Daar, was delighted to present a cheque on behalf of the Council, to Liz Le Coze, Funding and Events Manager at Home-Start Hertfordshire earlier today. To find out more see: https://ow.ly/fTlK50Zznbp

🎟️ Tickets are still available for next week's Outdoor Evening Tour at Hertford Castle📅 Wednesday 19th August🕡 6:30pm – ...
12/08/2026

🎟️ Tickets are still available for next week's Outdoor Evening Tour at Hertford Castle

📅 Wednesday 19th August
🕡 6:30pm – 7:30pm
💷 £5 per person (all proceeds go to the Mayor of Hertford’s Charity Appeal Fund)

Step back in time and discover the fascinating history of Hertford Castle on this outdoor guided evening tour.

🔗 Spaces are limited – book now to secure your place!
https://ow.ly/NenR50ZwTRQ

Address

The Castle, Castle Street
Hertford
SG141HR

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+441992552885

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