St George’s School in Harpenden is celebrating a record breaking year of A Level achievements, with Year 13 pupils fulfilling the school’s motto to “aim higher”. This year group saw 20 per cent of all entries given the top A* grade and approximately half of all grades were awarded at A*...
Katherine Warington School in Harpenden is celebrating fantastic results from their first ever KS5 cohort. Headteacher David Martin said: "We are extremely proud of our students accomplishments and their resilience, dedication and commitment. This set of results is a true testament to the strong foundations we have built as a new...
Students at Roundwood Park School in Harpenden enjoyed a morning of celebration today as they gathered with friends and staff to mark their impressive A Level and BTEC results. Headteacher Katie Barter said "We are incredibly proud of every single student. These results are a testament to their determination, hard work,...
The first presentations for this year’s Harpenden Society annual awards have recognised unique aspects of the town’s buildings and site developments. The awards, which have been running for more than 40 years, have now expanded to include people who have given their voluntary services across a wide range of subjects. Society awards...
Harpenden pre-schoolers and their cuddly chums are invited to join the annual Teddy Bears’ Picnic in Rothamsted Park on Wednesday August 5 from 11am-2pm. Sponsored by The Children’s Clinic and Nursery on the Green, the event features a wide variety of activities and entertainment, and parents and carers are encouraged to...
There’s still time to catch a showcase of work by the Harpenden Photographic Society as part of the ongoing Exhibition Series at the Eric Morecambe Centre. More than 30 images from HPS members are on show including: wildlife, landscapes, street shots, creative takes, mono and colour. Harpenden Photographic Society chair, Steve Collins...
Harpenden Classics on the Common 2026 saw around 1,000 classic cars, motorcycles, and scooters pack out the town's green space for an afternoon of vintage vehicles and community fundraising. Organised by Rotary in Harpenden, Wednesday's free public event supported a host of charities including the Harpenden Child Contact Centre, Essex &...
A refuse collection crew’s prompt action helped to prevent a fire caused by a battery placed in a waste bin from getting out of control. The Veolia crew spotted smoke pouring out of the rear of their 26-tonne lorry after emptying residual waste bins in Batford, Harpenden, on Tuesday. They safely ejected...
A multi-award-winning painter and printmaker from Harpenden will be exhibiting his series of work based on the trees of Rothamsted Park at the Eric Morecambe Centre throughout August. Andrew Keenleyside is best known for his expressive interpretations of the local landscape, and his work explores the ever-changing colours, atmosphere and moods...
A former professional rugby player will be visiting Harpenden this week as he attempts a world-record-breaking endurance challenge by completing 100 ultramarathons in 100 consecutive days. David 'Jacko' Jackson, who lives in north west Wales, hopes to raise £1 million for brain injury charities Headway UK and Head for Change with...
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