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‘A real community’ in Welham Green

A visit to Welham Green uncovers a strong, tight-knit community which is fiercely proud of its history. Louise McEvoy reports

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Where the heart is

When it comes to being a winning village, Hertford Heath residents certainly know what’s most important, as Jessica Clark finds out

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A jewel of the county

On a visit to Pirton, Louise McEvoy discovers it’s not just a pretty place

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A peaceful history

The village of Puckeridge hides a rich history and
a real sense of community, as Jessica Clark discovers

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walk on the wild side

Louise McEvoy takes a walk on the wild side in Stanstead Abbotts...

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A grand history in Great Offley

From King Offa and Saint Alban to a 17th century restored manor house, this quiet village is steeped in history, as Jessica Clark discovers

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Finding its place in history

Louise McEvoy visits Sawbridgeworth and delves into its colourful past

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So much to life in Hunsdon

Jessica Clark visits a small village renowned for being a commuter area and finds a rich history and a community very much alive

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Aldbury: Be here now

From Playboy bunnies to Bridget Jones, Damion Roberts takes stock of Aldbury

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Albans' heart stays forever strong

Marie Hardingham takes a look at what makes the Cathedral and Abbey Church of Saint Alban more than just its namesake

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Famous faces and fabulous fetes

Dedication to village life is paramount in Goffs Oak, as Damion Roberts discovers

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Changing Codicote

Jessica Clark looks at the history of Codicote and discovers how villagers are shaping its future

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Hertford: A link with the past

From 15th century grandeur to 21st century chic – Sue Armstrong takes a stroll behind the scenes in this important town

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Truly madly Hadley

Damion Roberts finds out that if you go down to Hadley Wood today you’re sure of a nice surprise

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Messing about on the river

Sue Armstrong has been out and about in Broxbourne enjoying the peace and quiet of the waterways

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The centre of attention

Marie Hardingham looks at why The Radlett Centre takes centre stage in community life

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We are wassailing

What better way to welcome the New Year than to drink to good health and wish for a plentiful year. Jo Arthur discovers a group banging the drum – and saucepan – for another bumper harvest in Shenley

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Embracing village life

Nicola Piggott visits Benington and discovers a wealth of charm and a community that knows how to pull together

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Setting the stage for Christmas

Sue Armstrong takes a look behind the scenes at the Christmas preparations in St Albans

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The heart of village life

Nicola Piggott visits Welwyn and discovers its slice of Hertfordshire life is full of fun, thriving with activity and the envy of their village neighbours

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In an ideal world

Brookmans Park is the quintessential Hertfordshire village, as Nicola Piggott discovers

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Walk on the waterside

From wildlife to water skiing, Sue Armstrong takes a closer look at the Aquadrome in Rickmansworth

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Behind the scenes in Watford

Sue Armstrong discovers one of the leading theatres in the East of England

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Why you should move to Harpenden

Beautiful and well-located, Harpenden is one of Hertfordshire’s most popular towns. Laura White discovers why so many people want to settle there

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At one with nature

Situated in idyllic countryside, residents of Stanstead Abbotts are perfectly placed to enjoy all aspects of village life – and they do. Nicola Piggott explains

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Health, wealth and happiness in Harpenden

Open spaces, peace and quiet and a healthy way of life are for the taking here, as Sue Armstrong explains

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At your convenience in Potters Bar

Sue Armstrong finds everything is easily to hand in this thriving town

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a place to work, rest and play

Sue Armstrong discovers the ingredients that have gone into the making of Welwyn Garden City...

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Drama unfolds in Knebworth

The curtains go up as Louise McEvoy discovers the village’s dramatic side of life

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Check out Cheshunt

This small town has some big stories to tell, as Sue Armstrong discovers

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Roses, Romans and relics

There’s no need to head off to the Med this summer to discover Roman treasures, a wonderful spectacle awaits visitors to St Albans.Sue Armstrong takes a closer look

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Wonderful Walkern

Jessica Clark visits Walkern and finds a sense of pride and healthy spirit that are as old as the village itself

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Cafe culture, violins and lavender

Sue Armstrong travels to Hitchin to see what attracts so many people to this town in the north of the county

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A small hamlet with a big heart

Marie Hardingham takes a look at bygone days in Watton-at-Stone and what makes this charming village an asset to the people who live there today

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A picture of Berkhamsted

With our busy lives, many Hertfordshire towns remain an undiscovered secret – places we just drive through, glimpse from a train or know as a name on a signpost. Sue Armstrong stopped off at Berkhamsted to take a closer look

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Ashwell Springs into action

Damion Roberts visits Ashwell and declares it probably the most beautiful village in North Hertfordshire

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In Royal regard

Only a mile separates the narrow villages of St Paul’s Walden and Whitwell, which breathe together as one close knit community – fiercely proud of its royal heritage. Jessica Clark takes a look at what keeps the parish of St Paul’s Walden ticking

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Bishop’s Stortford stands the test of time

This ancient market town has a wealth of history and a past and present to be proud of, as Sue Armstrong discovers

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Starry-eyed Sarratt

A popular location choice for movie and film directors as well as celebrities, Sarratt has had more than its fair share of screen time, as Jessica Clark discovers

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The secret’s out about Buntingford

Jessica Clark looks at the history of Buntingford and finds out why so many people are opting for the quality of life it offers

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Hemel’s sporting roundabout

Sue Armstrong takes a closer look at Hemel Hempstead’s exceptional variety of leisure and sporting facilities for all weathers

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Family art at village heart

Forget the butcher the baker and the candlestick maker – Jo Arthur finds that Cuffley is home to a sculptor, painter and
short-filmmaker under one roof

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Under the covers in Ware

Sue Armstrong visits Ware Museum and discovers its treasures and big ideas

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A time to remember

Love and war are pertinent themes for two of the focal points in a village, as Jo Arthur discovers in Little Berkhamsted

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Diamond days for entertainers

As the Kings Langley Light Opera Company prepares to celebrate 60 years of entertaining the village, Jo Arthur goes behind the curtain with one of the group’s founding members

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New life for old village?

Villagers have issued a call to action to put the heart back into their commuter community

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A village full of life

With so much to do and such beautiful surroundings, Nicola Piggott discovers what is attracting young couples to the village of Wheathampstead

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The changing face of Bishop’s Stortford

Sue Armstrong takes a look at the new developments in this historic town

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A nurtured community

As residents in Redbourn prepare for the horticultural high season, Jo Arthur meets a woman who knows the green-fingered way to invigorate a village

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A taste of Goa

Ghalina Cafreal – Chicken Fillets marinated in fresh Herbs, Ginger, Garlic and Whole Spices
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Pollo funghi

Jason Emery at The Crown in Aston End shares his recipe for chicken breast stuffed with mushrooms, wrapped in bacon and finished with a red wine, onion and mushroom gravy
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Recipe for success

Award-winning TV chef Paul Bloxham samples the new Renault Koleos 2.0 dCi and finds it very much to his taste...
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A walk in the Park

The Countryside Management Service highlights a short walk in Cheshunt Park where it has been working closely with the Borough of Broxbourne Council
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