21 Jun 2026
A free festival is promising local residents the chance to enjoy a community celebration right on their doorsteps.
Porters Hill Park in Harpenden is to host a new event celebrating all things Batford, with local charities, community groups, schools and entertainers joining together on Sunday July 5.
The Batford Community Festival is uniquely for local residents and it is the hope of event organisers Harpenden Town Council that it will provide a fantastic opportunity for them to get together with friends and neighbours and enjoy local talent, charities and other organisations from the area.
Cllr Kirsti Wenn, Mayor of Harpenden, said “The town council invited local organisations to play a role in the Batford Community Festival and we were thrilled to receive such an enthusiastic response.
“The Batford community is thriving and this event is testament to the vibrant sprit of residents, businesses and other organisations in this neighbourhood. I’m really looking forward to seeing so many charities and organisations take part. Thank you to the event’s Gold Sponsors, Perrin Myddleton, their support is fundamental to this event and we are delighted to work with them.”
Frederick Perrin, chairman at Perrin Myddelton, said: “We’re delighted to be part of this year’s Batford Festival and support such a fantastic local event. As a firm committed to serving the local community, we’re looking forward to meeting residents, enjoying the day and welcoming visitors to join us.”
Batford Community Festival will be a vibrant celebration of talent, creativity and togetherness and will include live performances, activities and stalls organised by schools and community groups including Sauncey Wood and Katherine Warington schools, Lea Grange Care Home, Community First Responders, Bethany Community Church, Harpenden Mencap, Batford Methodist and All Saints churches, 2nd Harpenden Scouts and Team 17 football coaching.
Attractions include a children’s trail, boxing demonstrations, Thirsty Bear Events Bar and an ice cream stall.
Further information about this event and others taking place in Harpenden this summer can be found on the Town Council website.
Photo by Steve Collins
